Serhou Guirassy proved to be the difference maker in Azerbaijan, netting twice to secure a 2-1 victory for Borussia Dortmund. Despite a resilient display from Sabah FK, the Bundesliga giants' clinical edge ultimately told in this Champions League encounter.
David Raya has admitted that he retains a strong desire to test himself in La Liga before his career comes to an end. Despite establishing himself as the undisputed number one at the Emirates Stadium, the Spanish international is already looking toward a potential return to his homeland.
Thomas Tuchel could soon lose his trusted assistant Anthony Barry, as the England coach is attracting serious interest from several Premier League clubs. Barry recently signed a contract extension ahead of the upcoming European Championship, but an opportunity to become a top-flight manager might tempt him away from the Three Lions setup in the near future.
The 21-year-old Portuguese striker has already scored six goals in Serie A in his first season in Italy and has attracted interest from top clubs: he will be in demand in the January transfer window.
Turkiye have officially turned to former international midfielder Sergen Yalcin to lead the national team following a disastrous run of form. The appointment comes as the federation looks to steady the ship after parting ways with Vincenzo Montella earlier this month.
Como manager Cesc Fabregas has fiercely rejected speculation suggesting he is being lined up to replace Michael Carrick at Manchester United. Ahead of a crucial Champions League clash between the two sides on Wednesday, the Spaniard refused to entertain questions about taking the Old Trafford dugout, labelling the line of enquiry as highly disrespectful to his former Premier League rival.
Bayern Munich are sweating over the availability of head coach Vincent Kompany for their crucial Champions League meeting with Arsenal on Wednesday evening. The Belgian tactician is battling a viral infection that has already forced him to miss key preparations ahead of the visit of the Premier League giants.
The United States Women's Under-17 team have made history by securing the largest victory at any age level in a World Cup tournament. They delivered an incredible 17-0 thrashing against Samoa in their opening match, with talented forward Maddie DiMaria leading the charge by scoring six remarkable goals to etch her name alongside the best in the sport.
The eternal debate over football's greatest of all time has taken a dramatic turn just days before the sport's elite gather in London. A new official poll designed to crown the 'Best of All Time' has seen one legendary figure pull significantly clear of the field.
Former Tottenham Hotspur and England midfielder Dele Alli remains without a club after departing Como in the summer of 2025. Despite being a free agent for over a year, his former manager has revealed that Alli recently rejected an offer to join League Two outfit Salford City, as the midfielder remarkably still holds the self-belief that he could perform for a top side like Manchester United.
Mikel Arteta is reportedly preparing to bolster his attacking ranks this winter as Arsenal keep a close watch on Club Brugge sensation Nicolo Tresoldi. The prolific young forward has caught the eye of the Gunners' recruitment team after a blistering start to the campaign in both domestic and European competitions.
Spain have strengthened their position at the summit of the latest FIFA Women’s World Ranking after a successful double-header against the United States. Meanwhile, Malawi have recorded an unprecedented surge up the standings following their historic continental run, and Denmark have secured a highly anticipated return to the top 10 for the first time in 16 years.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick is facing a significant selection headache ahead of his side's crucial Champions League encounter against Como. The Red Devils are desperate to find form after a difficult run, but preparation for the European trip has been severely disrupted by a growing list of absentees.
The Amakhosi icon has broken his silence following his high-profile appointment to the South African Football Association. The Bafana Bafana legend is set to take on a major administrative challenge as he looks to reshape the nation's technical landscape.
Inter Milan head coach Cristian Chivu forcefully defended his squad ahead of Wednesday's Champions League match against Shakhtar Donetsk. The Romanian manager insisted critics blame him for any shortcomings while demanding his players focus solely on securing three points at the San Siro.
Inter Milan defender Alessandro Bastoni urged his team-mates to accept reality and stop relying on past European successes ahead of facing Shakhtar Donetsk. The Italian international stressed that Inter face a mandatory result at the San Siro.
Antoine Griezmann is being backed to spend “two or three more years” in MLS. The legendary French forward is currently with Orlando City, meaning that he shares the Florida sunshine with fellow World Cup winner and Inter Miami talisman Lionel Messi. Gilles Grimandi has told GOAL why the 35-year-old can compete in the United States across several more seasons.
Relive the electrifying night in October 2015 when Arsenal defied the odds to defeat Pep Guardiola's Bayern Munich. Late goals from Olivier Giroud and Mesut Ozil secured a famous 2-0 victory in north London.
Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo has called for an end to the ongoing hostilities between Real Madrid and LaLiga regarding refereeing standards. Speaking ahead of his side's crucial Champions League fixture, the long-standing chief insisted that football directors must work toward harmony rather than conflict.
Bucs legend has offered a sobering assessment of the club's emerging talent, suggesting the current crop of starlets still has a long way to go to reach the summit of South African football. Despite the excitement surrounding the new-look squad, the former skipper believes the gulf between the youngsters and their main rivals remains evident.
Dejan Kulusevski has returned to action after a 526-day injury-enforced absence, but will the Tottenham winger ever be the same again? Former Spurs star Gus Poyet has explained to GOAL why a cautious approach should serve the Swedish playmaker well, with there no need for any risks to be taken with a player that has finally awoken from his fitness nightmare.
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