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Erling Haaland has labelled Manchester City’s clash with Arsenal as a "final" that could decide the Premier League title race. The Norwegian striker warned the Gunners that City are treating every remaining game as a knockout match in their pursuit for a fifth title in six years.

American tycoon John Textor has expressed a bold desire to expand his multi-club football empire by launching an ambitious takeover bid for Eintracht Frankfurt. The former Crystal Palace shareholder claimed to be the "perfect" investor for the German side, citing ancestral links to the city as he looked to add a Bundesliga heavyweight to his global portfolio.

Nico Paz has poured cold water on reports linking him with a blockbuster move to Inter and discussed the possibility of his return to Real Madrid. The Argentine playmaker insisted his focus remains entirely on Como as they prepare for a historic cup showdown at San Siro.

France legend Marcel Desailly has told GOAL that Kylian Mbappe will have “had nightmares” about Paris Saint-Germain winning the Champions League without him and Ousmane Dembele landing the Ballon d’Or. Mbappe headed to Real Madrid in a bid to collect those honours, but has been warned that a trophy drought in Spain could last up to four years.

While the Glamour Boys hope to push for a ticket to compete on the continent, the Sea Robbers are in a neck-to-neck battle with Mamelodi Sundowns for the South African top-flight crown. With a couple of rounds left to conclude the ongoing campaign, teams are working hard to realise their objectives.

Two former DFB stars deem Julian Nagelsmann’s handling of Deniz Undav in the German national team regrettable.

Is Toni Kroos really set to make a spectacular return to Real Madrid? The former international has spoken out about the rumours.

Elisa Senß is a mainstay in the German midfield, but her uncertain future has the rumour mill in full swing. Could the next international be heading to England – or perhaps to Bayern Munich?

Arne Slot has provided a significant update on Liverpool's summer recruitment strategy as the club prepares for the high-profile departures of Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson. The Reds' head coach admitted that the hierarchy must decide whether to sign a direct profile match for Salah or adapt their tactical approach with a different type of forward.

Lee Sharpe has called on Michael Carrick to adopt the "fear factor" tactics of Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United. The former winger believes the interim boss needs to show more aggression after a disappointing result against Leeds United.

Chelsea co-owner Behdad Eghbali has broken his silence on Enzo Maresca's departure, claiming the club were forced into the "mysterious" change. The Blues chief suggested legal reasons are preventing the full truth from emerging following the shock exit in January.

Former England international Ashley Cole has opened up about the lack of opportunities for aspiring coaches in the English game after taking his first senior managerial role in Italy. The legendary left-back admitted that he felt "discouraged" by domestic clubs before Serie B outfit Cesena offered him the chance to prove his credentials.

The South Africa international has been vital for the Glamour Boys since the late 2024/25 season when the then-coach Nasreddine Nabi gave him a second chance. The 31-year-old hopes to make the Bafana Bafana squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup to be co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada from June 11.

Tottenham continue to teeter on the brink of relegation disaster in the Premier League, with Brad Friedel telling GOAL what the “minimum” time frame for a return to Champions League contention would be if the worst were to happen in 2026. Championship football could be on the agenda before elite European competition returns to north London, with a remarkable fall from grace being endured.

National coach Nagelsmann has outlined his tournament squad less than four weeks before the squad is announced. Thanks to “his Lena”, Undav can hope again, while another debate has finally been put to bed.

Sacha Boey is currently on loan at Galatasaray Istanbul from FC Bayern Munich. A permanent transfer could now be completed for the coming season.

Bruno Fernandes has lifted the lid on his high-octane approach to training, which frequently led to heated exchanges with former assistant coach Mitchell van der Gaag. The Portuguese playmaker explained that his competitive ferocity is a deliberate tactic designed to maintain elite standards and ensure his team-mates do not allow their intensity to drop.

Serie A giants Juventus and AC Milan are reportedly set for a major transfer showdown over Bayern Munich stars Leon Goretzka and Kim Min-jae. Both clubs are eager to raid the German giants to bolster their squads for a title charge next season.

Wesley Sneijder has launched a scathing attack on Real Madrid's players following their explosive Champions League exit at the hands of Bayern Munich. The former Bernabeu midfielder criticised the squad's decision to target the referee instead of holding Eduardo Camavinga accountable for his "stupid" dismissal during the quarter-final second leg.

England manager Thomas Tuchel is being urged to add Morgan Gibbs-White to his World Cup plans as the Nottingham Forest No.10 offers “something different” to the likes of Cole Palmer and Phil Foden. Competition for places is fierce in the Three Lions’ playmaking department, but former Reds captain Henri Lansbury has told GOAL why MGW deserves to get the nod.

Min-Jae Kim is regarded as a potential transfer target for FC Bayern Munich this summer. A Turkish club is therefore said to be sounding out the situation.

The on-loan Glamour Boys striker has been struggling for game time owing to injuries and stiff competition. However, he managed to get his second goal for the Soweto giants in the South African mid-week assignment staged at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane.

Sami Khedira has launched a fierce defence of Germany goalkeeper Oliver Baumann following persistent media speculation regarding a potential international return for Manuel Neuer. The 2014 World Cup winner argued that the ongoing debate has actively harmed the squad’s preparation and undermined the confidence of the current first-choice option heading into the summer tournament.

Kylian Mbappe has addressed Real Madrid supporters after their Champions League elimination at the hands of Bayern Munich. The French forward admitted the pain of the defeat but insisted the squad must take responsibility and respond. He also promised fans that success will return to the Santiago Bernabeu soon.

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Pape Gueye has hit back at Confederation of African Football (CAF) following the governing body's decision to strip Senegal of their Africa Cup of Nations title. The midfielder insists the squad have no intention of returning their winners' medals while the case is appealed.

Be it double World Cup finalist Ruud Krol, the marauding Ronald Koeman, total football icon Ruud Gullit or serial winner Virgil van Dijk, the Dutch have a fine tradition of producing defenders who have made their mark on the game. And there is a new kid on the block that every top club wants to get their hands on: step forward FC Twente's teenage star centre-back Ruud Nijstad.

Former Real Madrid scout Manolo Romero has launched a scathing attack on Vinicius Junior following the Spanish giants' dramatic Champions League exit at the hands of Bayern Munich. The veteran talent-spotter questioned the Brazilian’s footballing intelligence and clinical edge after a chaotic 6-4 aggregate defeat ended Madrid’s European campaign.