Don’t mess with Messi! The dark side of Argentina’s ‘bad boy’The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner is painted as one of football's 'nice guys', but sometimes that mask slips, and his fiery temper rears its headAnalysisL. Messi
How Saudi Arabia shook up the football worldA year on from a shock win in Lusail, Saudi Arabia has now established itself as one of the game's most influential power-brokersAnalysisSaudi Pro League
Portugal boss who controversially axed Ronaldo sticks to his gunsEx-Portugal boss Fernando Santos defiantly explained why Cristiano Ronaldo was 'correctly' benched during the 2022 World Cup.C. RonaldoPortugal
Could embattled Brazil really miss the World Cup?!The five-time champions have won just two of their opening five qualifiers ahead of Tuesday's clash with the defending champions at the MaracanaAnalysisBrazil
Ultimate Messi memorabilia! World Cup final shirt for saleThe ultimate piece of Lionel Messi memorabilia is about to go on sale, with a match-worn shirt from the 2022 World Cup final being put up for auction.L. MessiArgentina
Chicharito, Jimenez & Mexico's all-time leading goalscorersMexico's greatest goal scorers is a collection of unique superstars from different eras.MexicoR. Jimenez
'Magneto's playing me?!' - The crazy story of Next Goal WinsGOAL sat down with the longtime coach to find out what it's like seeing his story adapted for a film directed by Taika WaititiAmerican SamoaMajor League Soccer
Hoddle issues Beckham response after Netflix documentaryEx-England boss Glenn Hoddle claims that despite David Beckham's recent Netflix documentary series backlash, he still gets along with him.D. BeckhamEngland
Forget planning for 2026! Brazil's Neymar era is overThe Selecao would be foolish to pin their hopes on the former Paris Saint-Germain attacker, who has been reduced to a physical wreckOpinionBrazil
What happened to the USMNT players who lost to T&T in 2017?GOAL takes a look back at one of the darkest days in American soccer history and what became of those that were there for it.AnalysisUSA
'Key' for Messi to play at 2026 World Cup for Argentina revealedLionel Messi will play at the 2026 World Cup if Argentina retain the Copa America next year, according to Nicolas Tagliafico.L. MessiArgentina
The next Messi? Echeverri explains why he is ‘nowhere near’Argentine wonderkid Claudio Echeverri continues to make quite the name for himself, but he claims to be “nowhere near” the level of Lionel Messi.L. MessiArgentina
Neymar shows off new look as Brazil star rocks shaved headNeymar is having to find ways to fill his time as he remains stuck on the sidelines through injury, with the Brazilian star sporting a bold new look.NeymarAl Hilal
The best football magazines to readGOAL takes a look at some of the best magazines to read if you're a football fanCULTUREMUNDIAL
‘Thinks he’s Ronaldo!’ - Kohli sees football skills questionedIndia cricket superstar Virat Kohli “thinks he’s Cristiano Ronaldo”, but Yuvraj Singh says there are only similarities between the pair off the pitch.C. RonaldoSaudi Pro League
Messi win was no 'scandal' - but was it his last?The award no longer means as much to the World Cup winner, but it was fully deserved and means he has another record that will never be brokenOpinionOriginals
Watch: Messi's sons join him on stage for Ballon d'Or winLionel Messi was thrilled to be joined on stage by his three children after winning his eighth Ballon d'Or award on Monday night.L. MessiArgentina
Ballon d'Or 2023: Official 30-player rankingsAs the Inter Miami star picked up yet another individual prize in Paris, the rest of the 30-man shortlist learned their final positions in the votingL. MessiE. Haaland
Ballon d'Or 2023 Power Rankings: Messi claims No.8The Inter Miami and Argentina star was announced by France Football as the winner in Paris - and GOAL tracked the race througoutPower rankingsL. Messi
Messi completed football - not even Haaland could beat thatInter Miami's diminutive genius is fully deserving of a record-extending eighth Ballon d'Or, despite a frustrating 2022-23 season at club levelAnalysisL. Messi
Ballon d'Or 2023: Date, time, nominees & how to watchEverything you need to know about the 2023 Ballon d'Or ceremony, including how to watch live.L. MessiE. Haaland
FIFA world ranking latest: Argentina stay on top, England leapfrogs BelgiumGOAL brings you the latest FIFA world ranking table - where do Argentina, Brazil & England stand?BrazilBelgium
Ronaldo, Eusebio & Portugal's all-time leading goalscorersPortugal's all-time goalscoring rankings consists of some of the greatest players in the worldPortugalC. Ronaldo
How many goals has Cristiano Ronaldo scored for Portugal?The Portuguese has been banging in the goals for his country ever since opening his account in 2004C. RonaldoPortugal
Martinez out to snatch Argentina records from ex-Man Utd keeperEmi Martinez is looking to make more history with the Argentina national team, taking a couple of records from Sergio Romero in the process.E. MartinezArgentina
Messi's eighth Ballon d'Or in the bag & another unique record?Lionel Messi has reportedly already been crowned as the 2023 Ballon d’Or winner, with the Argentine setting another record in the process.L. MessiInter Miami CF
Will Ronaldo play into his 40s? CR7 reveals future plansCristiano Ronaldo is not setting long-term “targets” any more, with the all-time great reluctant to speculate on whether he will play into his 40s.C. RonaldoPortugal
Revealed: CR7 retirement date that keeps Messi rivalry goingCristiano Ronaldo has reportedly set a retirement date that will keep his rivalry with Lionel Messi running through the next World Cup in 2026.C. RonaldoL. Messi
Why the 2030 World Cup will be the longest everThe 2030 World Cup will be the longest in the history of the tournament with the final taking place 45 days after the opening game.
'Cannot count on Adams' - USMNT sent World Cup warningThe USMNT “cannot count on Tyler Adams for 2026” as they continue with their preparations for a home World Cup, says Alexi Lalas.USAT. Adams
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