Any Means United Overview

The American arrived at Stamford Bridge with plenty of ambitious ideas, but he'd long since become an irrelevance by the time of his departure

Emiliano Martinez has reported for international duty determined to give Lionel Messi an unforgettable Argentina farewell at Estadio Monumental despite lingering World Cup final heartbreak. The goalkeeper admitted the narrow defeat against Spain remains an enduring sting, yet insisted the squad will rally to ensure their captain departs with a celebratory occasion.

Joao Pedro has become one of the Premier League’s best strikers, in the eyes of Carlton Cole, with the former Chelsea frontman explaining to GOAL why the man filling the fabled No.9 shirt at Stamford Bridge can get into “high double figures” on the goal front. The Brazilian forward has already found the target on three occasions in the 2026-27 campaign.

Chelsea winger Estevao has spoken out regarding his lack of regular playing time under head coach Xabi Alonso following his return to international duty with Brazil. The teenager has found starting opportunities difficult to come by at Stamford Bridge this season, but he insists his primary objective is to remain patient and prove his worth.