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  1. O’Reilly backed to nail down England role for ‘next decade’

    Nico O’Reilly has been tipped to nail down England’s left-back berth for “the next decade”, with Michael Gray explaining to GOAL why the Manchester City star is an “incredible talent”. With the versatile 21-year-old expected to become a mainstay in the Three Lions’ defence over the course of a 10-year period, what does that mean for United full-back Luke Shaw?

  2. 'Biggest moment in VAR history' - Huge call goes Arsenal's way vs West Ham

    Gary Neville has referred to Sunday's 95th-minute VAR call that went Arsenal's way against West Ham as a historic turning point that could decide the title. "It's an earthquake, a tremor that lasts just a moment," Neville declared while commentating on the Hammers' 1-0 defeat at the London Stadium. For the Manchester United legend, it was clear: "This is the biggest moment in the history of VAR in the Premier League."

  3. 'So weak' - Zirkzee brutally told he's 'not a Man Utd player'

    Joshua Zirkzee’s future at Old Trafford is under intense scrutiny following a toothless performance during Manchester United’s disappointing 0-0 draw at Sunderland. The Dutch forward has been heavily criticised for his lack of physicality and impact, with pundits and former players suggesting that he lacks the necessary profile to succeed in a Red Devils shirt.

  4. Champions! Rashford's Clasico rocket seals La Liga title for Barca

    Barcelona retained their league title in dream circumstances on Sunday night, comprehensively defeating fierce rivals Real Madrid in El Clasico on home soil. La Liga's runaway leaders only needed a point from the showdown at Spotify Camp Nou and would have expected a stern contest against their old foes, but in truth this was a routine victory over a Madrid side in disarray after a week of chaos behind the scenes.

  5. Arteta explains why he brought off Zubimendi after subbing him at West Ham

    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has provided a candid explanation for his tactical U-turn after substituting Martin Zubimendi just 39 minutes after bringing him on against West Ham. The Gunners boss admitted that the initial reshuffle following Ben White’s first-half injury disrupted the team’s rhythm, forcing him to make a ruthless decision to protect Arsenal's slender lead in the Premier League title race.

  6. Como reach Europe for first time EVER as Fabregas' stock soars again

    Cesc Fabregas has led Como to a historic achievement, securing European football for the first time in the club's history after a 1-0 win over Hellas Verona. The milestone comes exactly two years after their promotion to Serie A. With his managerial stock rising rapidly, Fabregas' success in Italy continues to fuel rumours of a potential return to his former club Chelsea.

  7. 'Real blow' - Bowen FUMES over West Ham's disallowed goal vs Arsenal

    Jarrod Bowen has launched a scathing attack on officiating standards after West Ham United saw a dramatic stoppage-time equaliser against Arsenal chalked off by VAR. The Hammers captain was left incensed following a five-minute delay at the London Stadium, arguing that the decision to overturn the goal highlighted a problem with the consistency required in the Premier League’s most pivotal moments.

  8. ‘I don’t feel fear’ - USMNT star McKennie embraces World Cup ‘butterflies’

    Weston McKennie has declared that he is ready to transform the immense pressure of a home World Cup into a historic performance for the United States men's national team. The Juventus midfielder insists that while the "butterflies" are inevitable, he feels no fear heading into the 2026 tournament, viewing the global spotlight as a unique opportunity to elevate American soccer to unprecedented heights.

  9. That's why Chelsea want Shaw! Striker punishes potential suitors

    As Chelsea and Man City prepared to face off in the Women's FA Cup semi-finals on Sunday, all the talk was about Khadija Shaw. The striker is out of contract in Manchester in a few weeks' time and all the talk is that she will be leaving, with Chelsea in hot pursuit of his signature. So, of course, Shaw took centre stage at Stamford Bridge, scoring twice to knock the Blues out of the competition and send City to Wembley in a dramatic 3-2 win that will go down as a cup classic.

  10. Trossard delivers right on time as Arsenal survive HUGE title scare

    Arsenal took a giant step towards the Premier League title as they secured an incredibly dramatic 1-0 win at West Ham on Sunday, with Leandro Trossard scoring a late winner before the hosts had what they thought was a stoppage-time equaliser ruled out following a VAR check for the ages. It looked like Callum Wilson had struck a dagger to the Gunners’ title hopes when he fired home with seconds remaining but, after an agonisingly lengthy review, the goal was ruled out for a foul on David Raya - much to the disgust of the relegation-threatened Hammers.