The French tactician has provided a definitive update on the club’s transfer plans as the PSL window nears its conclusion. Despite lingering questions surrounding the depth of the Amakhosi squad, the experienced mentor appears content with the tools currently at his disposal in Naturena.
Lionel Messi has retired from international football with Argentina, but will he head in a similar direction at club level? The South American GOAT is tied to a contract at Inter Miami through 2028 and former MLS star Shaka Hislop has told GOAL why the evergreen 39-year-old is likely to honour that agreement before taking on a future ambassadorial role.
Alexis Sanchez will need to “adapt to the cold” in Quebec, former Montreal star Bacary Sagna has admitted to GOAL, but the ex-Barcelona, Arsenal and Manchester United forward is being backed to star in MLS alongside Lionel Messi and Co. The veteran Chilean attacker has become the latest household name to go chasing the dream in North America.
Downs' new attacker has opened up about the intense social media backlash he faced following his high-profile move to Chloorkop. The 23-year-old was heavily linked with a switch to Orlando Pirates before Masandawana hijacked the deal, sparking a wave of online hostility.
Julian Alvarez is set to make his return to the Atletico Madrid matchday squad this weekend following a turbulent period defined by a failed attempt to force a move to Barcelona. The Argentine forward has been reintegrated into Diego Simeone's plans after missing significant training time and the club's recent league fixture against Sevilla.
England's qualifying campaign for the 2027 Women's World Cup is officially underway. It hasn't gone how the Lionesses would've hoped thus far, with a second-placed finish in the group condemning Sarina Wiegman's side to the play-off route. But the 2023 runners-up are still expected to make the 2027 tournament, even if they are taking the scenic route.
Newcastle have endured a tough summer of sales, as they comply with Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR), but former Magpies star Shaka Hislop is among those to have been left questioning why the billions of Saudi owners are not allowed to be spent. He has, during an exclusive interview with GOAL, suggested that the Premier League needs to revise its monetary model.
Leeds have been advised to take inspiration from Manchester City and Erling Haaland when it comes to Dominic Calvert-Lewin, with Whites legend Gordon Strachan telling GOAL why he is concerned about the Elland Road No.9’s workload. No striking additions were made to Daniel Farke’s ranks during the summer transfer window, with another deadline having passed.
Chelsea are reportedly ready to dive back into the transfer market this January to secure a direct replacement for Enzo Fernandez. Following the Argentine's high-profile departure to Manchester City, manager Xabi Alonso has identified a Atletico Madrid star to restore balance to his midfield engine room.
The left-footed star has officially completed an emotional return to the Sea Robbers on loan from Saudi Pro League side Al-Ettifaq. The 21-year-old winger returns to Soweto seeking both personal support and professional redemption after a challenging period abroad.
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