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From SuperSport United to Hannover 96 and Bafana Bafana, the 21-year-old’s rise is built on talent, hard work and unwavering pride.

More robust scouting networks and sophisticated talent identification has allowed USL to grow exponentially

The USMNT Transfer Notebook tracks American player movements, with latest developments for those in the U.S. national team pool

GOAL Convo: Segares' job isn't just to win tournaments for the U.S., but to prepare up-and-comers for more World Cups ahead

GOAL US writers evaluate the best and worst moves of the summer transfer window, with deadline day just around the corner

There could be nine or more U.S. internationals in this year's Champions League, depending on final transfers

The coach seems to be at odds with his players already and is struggling to cope with the scrutiny that comes at Old Trafford

After a fraught and fruitless transfer saga involving the Bavarian giants, the towering striker is on his way to Tyneside for an astronomical fee

The Rossonere are yet to win a trophy on the women's side, but hope high-profile friendlies can help with their Serie A and Champions League goals

The gifted teenager is attracting attention from Europe's elite after a stunning start to his career

The right-back has been ridiculed for a lack of playing time for Los Blancos, but he might just have to get used to rotation under his new manager

Mikel Arteta is yet to mastermind a victory away at a team directly competing with his side for top spot

Last season was a rollercoaster for Kaizer Chiefs, who managed to score just 25 goals while conceding 32 - a tally that strangely mirrored their total points collected over the campaign.

The Belgian coach's selection has naturally sparked debate and GOAL takes a look at what supporters have been saying.

GOAL looks at the biggest storylines among Americans Abroad as the international break looms

Whether he's on the pitch or the bench, the Scouser is set for a hostile reception at Anfield, while the champions have been dealt a bad hand

League rules stipulate that every draw goes straight to penalty kicks, a rule that has had a major impact in MLS Next Pro and beyond

The shock Carabao Cup elimination at Blundell Park was the latest of many painful defeats the Red Devils have had to endure in the last 25 years

The ex-Chelsea manager is spoilt for choice as he mulls over who to select for upcoming qualifiers against Andorra and Serbia

The Blues' talisman is already facing a short spell on the sidelines after a strenuous summer where he was overworked in the pursuit of silverware

Messi delivered once again for Miami, who pushed past Orlando City and are on their way to the Leagues Cup final

The USMNT star is playing as a striker of sorts for his new manager, and it might prove to be a valuable learning experience

The goalkeeper made two bad mistakes and then only saved one of 13 spot-kicks in another agonising defeat for Ruben Amorim.

The two South African heavyweights locked horns in their bid to get vital points in the Mzansi top-tier played in midweek.

The spoils were shared in a highly anticipated clash between Amakhosi and Masandawana at FNB Stadium on Wednesday, 27 August.

EXCLUSIVE: GOAL sat down with the USMNT defender to discuss his journey, doubts, anxiety and World Cup ambitions

The USMNT roster for upcoming September friendlies against South Korea and Japan offered more questions than answers

Mic'd Up: Costigan discusses the Alexander Isak saga and how early season shows 'Premier League is about entertainment'

The England midfielder had to fill in on the wing on Wednesday, but she was as creative as ever to help Marc Skinner's side to a big win