Xabi Alonso has taken a firm stand regarding the future of Emanuel Emegha, blocking a potential loan departure for the Chelsea striker during the final stages of the summer transfer window. Despite significant interest from across Europe, the Spanish manager has made it clear that the young forward remains a vital part of his plans for the 2026-27 campaign.
Gordon Strachan has told GOAL there is “not enough money in the world” for him to consider emulating Martin O’Neill, with the former Celtic boss in awe of the man still calling shots at Parkhead. Enigmatic Northern Irishman O’Neill is, having landed a permanent contract on the back of a Scottish Premiership title triumph, working towards his 75th birthday.
The highly-rated coach has handed the Amakhosi faithful a significant boost by confirming that several first-team stars have returned to training. The Soweto giants are preparing for a vital Betway Premiership encounter against the Bloemfontein-based outfit at Dobsonville Stadium this Sunday.
NYCFC has announced plans for their MLS Next Pro team to relocate and rebrand in nearby Middlesex County, N.J. The unbranded team, operating under the temporary name "New Jersey MLS Next Pro," is the first MLS affiliate to participate in MLS Next Pro's Hometown Soccer Holdings initiative, in which MLSNP teams will relocate to new markets - yet still serve as feeder clubs to MLS franchises.
Sea Robbers' forward has opened up about his goalscoring breakthrough after netting twice in the Buccaneers' dominant 4-0 victory over the Mpumalanga outfit. The 24-year-old, who has faced scrutiny in the early stages of the season, delivered a clinical performance off the bench to help his side secure all three points at Mbombela Stadium.
The French coach has offered his perspective on the return of former Mamelodi Sundowns mentor to the South African national team. The veteran tactician has officially begun his second stint in the Bafana dugout following the departure of Hugo Broos.
The Tomori case has shaken the last 24 hours of the latest transfer window: he seemed to be heading to Fulham but in the end he will be reintegrated into the squad
Marcus Rashford cannot live on past achievements and needs to become a “now player” for Manchester United, Gordon Strachan has told GOAL. The Old Trafford academy graduate, who has been absorbed back into the Red Devils’ fold following a loan spell at Barcelona, has been challenged to provide much-needed assistance for talismanic club captain Bruno Fernandes.
All 27 U.S.-based MLS clubs will participate in the 2027 U.S. Open Cup, U.S. Soccer announced Wednesday morning. MLS participation in the competition has shrunk in recent years. A full slate of teams participated in 2023, but just 16 appeared in 2026. Participation might fit as an ideal run-up to the fall-spring calendar switch set for the 2027-28 campaign.
Manchester United's transfer window could see one final departure, with teenage striker Chido Obi reportedly in discussions over a loan move to Willem II. The Eredivisie deadline remains open until late Wednesday evening, giving the Dutch outfit a narrow window to secure the highly rated forward's signature for the remainder of the campaign.
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Brighton have enjoyed a meteoric rise under the ownership of Tony Bloom, with ex-Seagulls boss Mark McGhee explaining to GOAL why a "mathematical genius” intends to be much more than a “generous benefactor”. Celebrations of a major trophy win have never been enjoyed on the south coast, but the intention is to make history in the not too distant future.
Tottenham Hotspur have completed a double transfer raid on London rivals Chelsea on deadline day, signing Mykhailo Mudryk on loan and defender Tosin Adarabioyo permanently. The Ukrainian winger expressed his delight at linking up with manager Roberto De Zerbi once again as Spurs wrapped up a spending spree approaching £400 million.
The 62-year-old has officially returned to the helm of the South Africa national team, but he has been warned that the landscape of the setup has shifted significantly since his previous tenure. Former Kaizer Chiefs coach Cavin Johnson believes the legendary tactician is stepping into a vastly different environment this time around.
Brazilian defender Diego Carlos has completed a season-long loan transfer to Serie A side Parma from Turkish giants Fenerbahce. The experienced 33-year-old center-back returns to Italian football following a temporary spell with Como.
The agent of Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara has fiercely criticised the Ligue 1 club following the sensational collapse of a £47 million transfer to Chelsea on deadline day. The Senegal international was poised to replace Enzo Fernandez at Stamford Bridge, but the French outfit pulled the plug at the eleventh hour, prompting a furious response from his representative over the treatment of African players.
Turkey international striker Deniz Gul has joined Galatasaray from FC Porto for a 10 million euro fee. The 22-year-old forward arrived in Istanbul to complete his medical and sign a five-year contract with the Super Lig giants.
Inter sporting director Piero Ausilio is reportedly set to leave the club when his contract expires in June 2027. According to reports in Italy, the long-serving executive has decided not to renew his deal, bringing an end to nearly three decades at Giuseppe Meazza.
Harry Kane has come close to matching Robert Lewandowski’s single season Bundesliga goal record, but Dietmar Hamann has explained to GOAL why making history on that front may be a case of Mission Impossible for Bayern Munich’s prolific striker. The England international has reached 36 efforts on a couple of occasions, but is still some way short of a remarkable milestone.
Barcelona are reportedly continuing to plot a blockbuster move for Julian Alvarez despite missing out on the Atletico Madrid forward during the summer transfer window. The Catalan heavyweights eventually settled for a short-term attacking signing, but they are now actively stockpiling funds for a renewed pursuit of the Argentina international in 2027.
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