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Wrexham may have just completed the best season in their 162-year history, but owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenny are about to face a challenge they haven't encountered since taking over at the Racecourse Ground. Having narrowly missed out on the Championship play-offs by just two points, the Red Dragons now find themselves victims of their own success as vultures begin to circle their star assets.

Chelsea are facing severe financial pressures this summer, and new manager Xabi Alonso might need to sacrifice top talent to fund his desired signings. With Manchester United reportedly interested, the Blues have set a massive asking price for Cole Palmer. Any potential suitors have been told the exact figure required just to begin negotiations for the talented playmaker.

Angel Di Maria has lifted the lid on his disastrous spell at Manchester United, admitting that a toxic combination of tactical disagreements and personal trauma led him to "hate" his time at Old Trafford. Despite arriving as a British-record signing with the weight of the iconic No.7 shirt on his back, the Argentine’s stay in the Premier League lasted just one miserable season.

Former England and Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy is eyeing a spectacular return to the Premier League at 39 years old. After a single season in Serie A that ended in relegation with Cremonese, the veteran goalscorer is exploring his options. Despite his age, Vardy believes he can still make an impact in the English top flight as clubs monitor his availability.

YouTube sensation KSI was left completely drenched after his team, Prime FC, secured the Baller League UK season three championship. Following an emphatic victory in the Final Four showpiece at London's The O2, wild celebrations erupted on the pitch. The players chased their co-founder, soaking him in water to mark a remarkable debut campaign.

Declan Rice has revealed how watching Liverpool icon Steven Gerrard shaped his transformation into the "lighthouse" of Arsenal's midfield. As the Gunners prepare for a historic Champions League final showdown against Paris Saint-Germain in Budapest, the England international is aiming to follow in the footsteps of the greats by leading his side to European glory.

Mauricio Pochettino’s USMNT World Cup squad is set, and GOAL breaks down the key takeaways, including major trust in Tyler Adams and Weston McKennie, and one lingering goalkeeper question.

GOAL breaks down the biggest winners and losers of Mauricio Pochettino's World Cup squad, including the bold decisions to include Alejandro Zendejas and Gio Reyna.

Harry Kane has been officially crowned the 2025-26 European Golden Shoe winner following an extraordinary goalscoring campaign for Bayern Munich. The England captain decisively beat Manchester City forward Erling Haaland and Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe to the prestigious prize, cementing his status as the most lethal finisher across Europe's top leagues.

U.S. Men's National Team boss Mauricio Pochettino has officially confirmed his 26-player squad for the World Cup as U.S. Soccer announced the final roster in New York on Tuesday. The squad features many of the usual heavy-hitters in players like Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, and Tyler Adams, while Diego Luna, Tanner Tessmann, and Aidan Morris were among the notable exclusions from the final team.

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes appeared to have written his name into the Premier League history books on the final day of the season against Brighton. However, his milestone 21st assist has been met with fierce scrutiny from a former officiating chief who claims the record remains intact.

Manchester City are locked in negotiations to appoint Enzo Maresca as their new manager following the departure of Pep Guardiola. While a final agreement is expected soon, several key backroom staff members, including Pep Lijnders and Kolo Toure, have already been confirmed to be leaving the Etihad Stadium this summer as the club prepare for a new era after a mixed season.

The Ronaldo dynasty at Al-Nassr shows no signs of slowing down after Cristiano's young son Mateo went viral for scoring a sensational long-range free-kick. Footage of the strike was shared by Georgina Rodriguez, who was quick to highlight the striking similarities between the youngster and his legendary father.

Two-time Ballon d’Or winner Alexia Putellas will leave Barcelona at the end of the season after a historic 14-year spell. The legendary midfielder’s departure has sparked intense speculation about a potential move to the Women’s Super League in England, as the Spanish giants prepare to bid an emotional farewell to their iconic captain and all-time top scorer.

Paris Saint-Germain faced a major crisis of confidence on the transfer front following the departures of Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Neymar. According to recent reports, both Harry Kane and Michael Olise turned down moves to the Parc des Princes in favour of Bayern Munich, fearing the French giants were on a downward trajectory.

Barcelona are intensifying their search for the next generation of global superstars, with the club's recruitment team once again turning their focus toward the talent-rich Brazilian market. The Catalan giants have reportedly identified a new primary target currently making waves in South America.

Manchester City are currently leading rivals Manchester United in the intense race to sign Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson. A potential transfer could break the record for a British player, eclipsing the £105 million ($141m) fee Arsenal paid for Declan Rice. With a fine World Cup coming up, Forest are preparing for a massive summer departure despite their desire to retain him.

Arsenal centre-back Gabriel Magalhaes has added another chapter to his ongoing rivalry with Manchester City striker Erling Haaland. After the Gunners finally secured the Premier League title, the Brazilian defender took to TikTok to celebrate with a very specific musical choice, seemingly mocking his Norwegian rival and reigniting their fierce on-pitch feud.

Wrexham's meteoric rise under Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac has seen the club dominate headlines across the globe, and now they are being tipped to chase the biggest icons in football history. Former Premier League manager Tony Pulis believes the North Wales side possesses the unique pulling power required to lure the likes of Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo or Neymar to the Racecourse Ground.

Montel McKenzie and Alisha Lehmann shared a passionate on-pitch embrace to celebrate his thrilling Baller League UK title victory. The former Love Island star and his WSL forward girlfriend celebrated the spectacular win together. Lehmann, who managed in previous seasons of the six-a-side competition, was on hand to fully support her victorious partner despite recent professional setbacks.

From Lindsey Heaps’ bittersweet Lyon farewell to Emily Fox’s standout Arsenal campaign and mixed Chelsea seasons for Alyssa Thompson and Naomi Girma, GOAL ranks the top USWNT players in Europe.

Declan Rice has opened up on his evolution into a "big-game player" as Arsenal prepare for a historic Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain. Having already secured the Premier League title, the England midfielder is now focused on completing a legendary double in Budapest.

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Former Amakhosi development coach Farouk Khan has jumped to the defence of the midfielder following a season of fluctuating game time with the Buccaneers. Despite his side clinching a historic treble, the 28-year-old’s role under Abdeslam Ouaddou has sparked debate regarding his relationship with the technical team.

The Bucs star should be celebrating a stellar season with the Sea Robbers, but a looming financial dispute behind the scenes has cast a shadow over his move. Despite his heroics on the pitch, a former club has sensationally claimed that they are still waiting for their share of the transfer fee paid by the Soweto giants.

Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has urged his former club to sign Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski on a free transfer this summer. With Michael Carrick now permanently in charge and preparing for Champions League football, Ferdinand believes the prolific veteran would be the perfect mentor for Benjamin Sesko as the Red Devils look to bolster their attacking options.

West Ham captain Jarrod Bowen has issued a heartfelt apology to the club's supporters following their relegation from the Premier League. The Hammers' 14-year stay in the top flight ended on Sunday, despite a final-day victory, leaving the squad and fanbase in mourning.

Pep Guardiola explicitly showed a clip of Bruno Fernandes complaining to his Manchester City squad to clearly demonstrate unacceptable on-pitch behaviour. As the manager prepares to depart after a historic decade, this strict demand for unity explains the elite culture that secured 20 trophies and successfully prevented toxic friction within the team.

Mohamed Salah has officially said his goodbyes to the Anfield faithful, bringing the curtain down on one of the most decorated individual eras in Liverpool's modern history. The Egyptian forward took to social media to share a poignant message following his final appearance for the Reds, describing the experience as the most difficult evening of his career.