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Klopp & Poch top of Real Madrid's wishlist if Arbeloa is sacked

Real Madrid have reportedly identified Jurgen Klopp and Mauricio Pochettino as their primary targets should they decide to move on from Alvaro Arbeloa. The Spanish giants are reeling from a disappointing Champions League exit and a significant deficit in the domestic title race, with pressure building on Arbeloa with each passing game.

'The future is coming towards you' - Freeman on life at Villarreal

GOAL sat down with the American defender to discuss life in Spain and his goals for the future

United States players during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

How to buy United States World Cup 2026 tickets

All you need to know about getting your hands on tickets to see the co-hosts in action

Infantino 'sure' Iran will compete at World Cup

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has dismissed any doubts regarding Iran’s participation in the 2026 World Cup, insisting the nation will be present despite the escalating war involving co-hosts the United States. Football's world governing body chief has moved to provide clarity on Iran’s status after geopolitical tensions led to suggestions that their involvement could be at risk.

What Matt Crocker set out to accomplish with U.S. Soccer

GOAL looks back at what the sporting director set out to accomplish during his three years with the federation

How Crocker's U.S. Soccer exit impacts USMNT, USWNT future

GOAL breaks down the sporting director's impact and what his exit means for the future

U.S. Soccer Introduce Mauricio Pochettino As Men's National Team Head Coach

Crocker leaves U.S. Soccer for Saudi Arabia job

U.S. Soccer Sporting Director Matt Crocker is leaving his role to take a similar job with Saudi Arabia. Crocker's exit comes just weeks before the federation opens its brand new training facility ahead of the World Cup on home soil. Crocker is set to leave his role with immediate effect, ending a three-year stay with the federation.

USMNT Form Rankings: Balogun, McKennie flying into World Cup

GOAL takes a look at which American players are playing the best heading into the final weeks of the season.

Americans Abroad: Concerns grow for Pulisic and AC Milan

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including big goals from the USMNT's top two strikers.

Holstein Kiel v FC Schalke 04 - 2. Bundesliga

USMNT defender Tolkin suffers injury in Holstein Kiel win

U.S. men's national team defender John Tolkin suffered an apparent leg injury while playing for Holstein Kiel on Friday. The injury came just seven minutes into Kiel's match against Fortuna Dusseldorf, forcing the fullback out early and raising concern for both club and country as the season enters its final stretch.

Americans Abroad: Pulisic due for goal as Prem stars tested

GOAL looks at the biggest storylines among Americans Abroad, including massive matches in Serie A and the Premier League

World Cup Odds 2026: Favorites & predictions

According to the World Cup 2026 winner odds, Spain are the favorites +450. Check out the main contenders, pre the USA, Mexico and Canada World Cup.

Celtic’s Trusty won’t stop fighting for his USMNT WC chance

GOAL sat down with Auston Trusty as the Celtic defender continues his push for a USMNT World Cup spot, opening up on the journey, pressure, and belief driving him.

'There's an expectation' - Edu remains optimistic for USMNT

Mic'd Up: The USMNT are coming off a duo of friendly losses, but Maurice Edu, who was a USMNT regular in his playing days, asserts that hope remains for the World Cup

'Bet on yourself' - McKennie embraces 2026 World Cup moment

EXCLUSIVE: Weston McKennie opens up on pressure, form and why, ahead of 2026, he just wants the world to see the real him.

The Rondo: How big of a failure has Reyna's move been?

It has been a chaotic week for USMNT stars in Europe, with big results and serious injuries capping off an unwelcome return to club football

Betting spotlight

Bets of the week & predictions April - Week 16, 2026

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'Prove myself to myself' - Why Agyemang's story isn't over

The forward will miss out on this summer's big event, but this is far from the first setback he's had to come back from

Derby County v Swansea City - Sky Bet Championship

Derby confirm Agyemang ruled out of World Cup

U.S. men's national team striker Patrick Agyemang will miss the World Cup after suffering an Achilles injury, Derby County confirmed. The injury occurred on Monday when the forward was stretchered off against Stoke City.

Leicester City v Derby County - Sky Bet Championship

USMNT's Agyemang stretchered off during Derby's match

U.S. international forward Patrick Agyemang was taken off in a stretcher during Derby's match against Stoke in the 41st minute. Agyemang was jumping in the air for a challenge and landed awkwardly, the club said, and was replaced by Jadon Banel. While the extent of the injury has not been confirmed, the timing raises concerns for Agyemang's World Cup hopes.

Americans Abroad: A big weekend ahead for Pulisic and Balogun

With Christian Pulisic going through a dry spell and Folarin Balogun needing to get his goalscoring touch back, it is poised to be a busy weekend for Americans Abroad.

Will USMNT star Richards return to a Bayern Munich-sized club?

Chris Richards has already spent time on the books of Bundesliga heavyweights Bayern Munich, but will the USMNT star see his career path lead back to a club of that size and stature? Former Crystal Palace striker Clinton Morrison has explained to GOAL why the Eagles defender is destined for big things, with questions being asked of his future amid contract uncertainty at Selhurst Park.

USMNT WC roster picks: Pulisic, Balogun locks, but big calls remain

With the World Cup just weeks away, GOAL looks at how the U.S. squad might look in the summer.

World Cup final ticket prices spike in last public sale

World Cup final ticket prices have risen sharply from initial projections. FIFA’s latest sales window lists seats as high as $10,900, with entry-level tickets priced at $5,785. In the original bid, the U.S., Canada and Mexico projected Category 3 tickets starting at $695 and capped at $1,550, marking a significant increase.

USMNT Rondo: Are alarm bells sounding for Pochettino?

GOAL's writers break down the USMNT's March friendly losses to Portugal and Belgium, and ask whether Mauricio Pochettino has it figured out with just over three months to go until the 2026 World Cup

Talking Tactics: Pulisic's inconsistency is who he is

Christian Pulisic hasn't scored for the USMNT since 2024, but, ultimately, it's his World Cup form that really counts.

United States v Portugal - International Friendly

Why USMNT & Spurs ‘dual job’ wasn’t an option for Pochettino

Brad Friedel has explained to GOAL why Mauricio Pochettino will never have been open to the idea of a “dual job” that saw him coach both Tottenham and the USMNT. Spurs recently found themselves back in the market for a new manager after bringing Igor Tudor’s ill-fated 44-day tenure to a close. Former fan favourite Pochettino saw a return to north London speculated on, but he has World Cup plans to focus on this summer.

Frequently asked questions

: Edgar Everest, an official of the Sussex Football Association, founded Brighton United in 1897. Then, in the wake of the collapse of the club in 1900, Brighton & Hove Rangers were formed, before suffering the same fate a year later. Finally, the manager of Brighton United, John Jackson, formed a club at the Seven Stars pub in Ship Street in 1901 called Brighton & Hove United, before changing its name to Brighton & Hove Albion.
: Legendary English sports bettor Tony Bloom is the majority shareholder and the current chairman of Brighton. He bought the club in 2009.
: Brighton & Hove Albion play all their home games at The Amex (American Express Stadium). The Seagulls have been playing their games at this venue, also known as the Falmer Stadium, since 2011.
: The capacity of The Amex is 31,876 and has undergone several renovations since it opened in 2011 with an initial capacity of 22,374 seats.
: Brighton have won just a solitary title throughout their history, the 1910 FA Community Shield (or Charity Shield as it was known as the time).
: Brighton are yet to lift an English top flight title, and only got promoted to the first division in the Premier League era ahead of the 2016-17 season, 34 years after they last played in the top flight.
: Ernie Wilson, who spent 14 years at the club between 1922 and 1936, is Brighton's record-appearance maker of all-time, featuring in 566 games.
: English striker Tommy Cook, who is Brighton's first-ever player to play for England, is the club's leading goalscorer of all-time, finding the back of the net 123 times in 209 games. He also played county cricket for Sussex for 15 years.
: Alexis Mac Allister, James Milner, Adam Lallana, Danny Welbeck, Tommy Cook, and Bobby Zamora are some of the most famous names to have donned the Brighton jersey.
: Roberto De Zerbi, Sami Hyppia, Liam Brady, and Gus Poyet are among the most famous Brighton managers ever.
: Brighton & Hove Albion are famously known as The Seagulls. The club is located at the south coast of UK, where there are a lot of beachfronts and seagulls, which is where the nickname originates from.

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