Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha is set to pull off a dramatic transfer U-turn after failing to board his flight to complete a move to South American giants Colo-Colo. The 40-year-old shot-stopper has received a lucrative late offer to reunite with his former national team manager, throwing the Chilean club's pre-season planning into total disarray.
Real Madrid are prepared to let Vinicius Junior leave the club if he refuses to sign their final contract renewal offer. The Brazilian winger has just one year remaining on his current deal, with Arsenal closely monitoring his uncertain situation at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Brazilian icon Romario has paid a heartfelt tribute to Franco Baresi following the death of the legendary AC Milan defender at the age of 66. The World Cup winner hailed his former rival as the single toughest opponent he encountered throughout his illustrious career, reflecting on their memorable battles on the world's biggest footballing stages.
Ajax have pulled off a major transfer surprise by securing the signing of Germany international Julian Brandt. The former Borussia Dortmund playmaker was available as a free agent and has penned a three-year deal in Amsterdam after months of secret talks.
Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden is targeting a "fresh start" under new manager Enzo Maresca as he looks to repay the club's faith following a new long-term contract extension. The England international endured a challenging spell last season, but is determined to rediscover his best form after committing his future to the Etihad Stadium until 2030.
Former Manchester United star Daley Blind has been hailed as "the new Jordan Henderson" following his return to Ajax. Ex-Ajacied Hedwiges Maduro believes the veteran defender's leadership and coaching on the pitch will prove vital for the Dutch giants.
GOAL brings you all the available details on the Premier Soccer League game between the Buccaneers and the Stallions at the Orlando Stadium in Soweto. Abdeslam Ouaddou's men start their defence of their first league crown in 14 years against Dr. Xanti Pupuma's newly promoted team.
Inter manager Cristian Chivu has hailed new signing John Stones for his "charisma" and quality ahead of a prestigious pre-season clash against Manchester City. The Romanian coach insists the England defender will elevate the squad's standards while confirming that the Italian giants remain attentive to further opportunities in the transfer market.
Inter Milan have launched a £30m offer for Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones as they look to strengthen their squad for the upcoming campaign. However, the Serie A giants have fallen short of the Premier League club's valuation and must now decide whether to increase their bid.
Chelsea have been fined £10m and given a suspended transfer ban over historical financial breaches regarding payments made to agents between 2009 and 2022. The Football Association opted to set aside a suspended six-point deduction following extensive self-reporting by the club’s new owners, bringing regulatory proceedings to a formal close.
The NWSL is reportedly planning to begin its 2027 season on Feb. 11, the earliest opening day in league history, before pausing for the World Cup in Brazil, according to The Athletic. Teams would begin preseason in January, while the playoffs and championship would remain in November, with the altered calendar designed to accommodate the June 24-July 25 tournament in South America.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has abandoned his controversial proposal to sell a stake in the commercial operation of the World Cup and other tournaments to private investors after a fierce global backlash, a threatened UEFA boycott and open revolt from senior officials inside the governing body. His own future is now reportedly in serious doubt.
Mykhailo Mudryk, Chelsea's mercurial winger, has been allowed to return to the club after seeing his case for doping resolved. The Ukrainian forward was handed a four-year ban by the FA in June 2025, but after appealing to the Court of Arbitration for Sport has seen the suspension ended early. He will join the club's preseason camp as they revamp under Xabi Alonso.
After their shock loss to Tanzania in their opening Group B match, nothing less than point would do for Banyana against The Lady Elephants at the Moulay Rachid Stadium in Casablanca, Morocco. At 2-0 down at halftime it seemed that the dream was over, but a second half fight back was on.
South African defender has shared his overwhelming joy following his blockbuster transfer to Scottish Premiership giants. The Bafana international completed a high-profile switch from MLS side Philadelphia Union to follow his dream of playing in Europe.
Bucs winger has sent a clear message to the rest of the continent, insisting that the Sea Robbers are ready to reclaim their status as African royalty. Following a historic domestic season, the Bafana Bafana international believes the Soweto giants have everything required to finally secure their elusive second star.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has branded Gianni Infantino the wrong man to lead FIFA following widespread backlash over plans for private equity to sell stakes in the World Cup. Burnham condemned the controversial commercial proposals after a senior adviser resigned and key regional confederations united to oppose the governing body’s blueprint.
Red Bull have appointed former Bayer Leverkusen coach Roger Schmidt as their new Global Head of Soccer following Jurgen Klopp's departure. Schmidt steps into the role after Klopp left the organisation to replace Julian Nagelsmann as Germany head coach.
The Soweto giants goalkeeper has delivered a reality check to his teammates, warning that the blueprint used to secure last season's historic treble must evolve for the new campaign. The Buccaneers are gearing up to defend their domestic crown, but Chaine insists they must continue raising their standards ahead of their season.
Casemiro has expressed his delight after completing a free transfer to Inter Miami, calling new team-mate Lionel Messi the "God of football." The Brazilian midfielder also addressed Norway's Erling Haaland after Brazil's painful exit from the World Cup.
The veteran mentor has officially confirmed his departure as the head coach of South Africa, bringing an end to a transformative five-year tenure that restored the team to the pinnacle of international football. The Belgian tactician, who has become a beloved figure among the South African faithful, revealed that he will not be extending his contract following the team's historic 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign.
Senior FIFA adviser Carlos Cordeiro has resigned from his post in protest against president Gianni Infantino's controversial private equity proposal. The former US Soccer Federation chief publicly distanced himself from the plan to sell a stake in the World Cup, warning that the move would mortgage the future of the game without justification.
Arsenal have reached an agreement with Newcastle United for the transfer of captain Bruno Guimaraes after raising their bid to €90m plus add-ons. The Brazilian midfielder has already agreed personal terms on a long-term contract and requested a delay in his pre-season travel to finalise the high-profile move.
Former Amakhosi star Siphiwe Tshabalala has called on South African football to undergo a significant transformation in standards following the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup. The legendary winger, who famously scored the opening goal of the 2010 tournament, believes the domestic game must evolve to match the elite quality displayed on the global stage.
Manchester City are already entering the unknown as they adjust to life after Pep Guardiola, but that already-gruelling transition could be about to get a whole lot tougher. That is because talismanic midfielder Rodri could be on his way to Real Madrid, who are confident of pulling off what would be a blockbuster deal for Spain's World Cup-winning captain.
Jamie Carragher has urged Liverpool to shift their transfer focus towards finding a direct replacement for Mohamed Salah rather than pursuing Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola. The former Reds defender warned that spending over £100 million on another left-sided forward makes little sense given the current squad composition at Anfield.
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