Michael Carrick has thrown his full support behind Kobbie Mainoo to enjoy a massive breakout campaign at Manchester United despite the arrival of several high-profile signings. The legendary midfielder turned manager believes the academy graduate possesses the elite mentality required to fend off competition from the club's new multi-million pound recruits.
Fabian Ruiz has set his sights on the Ballon d'Or following an extraordinary, trophy-laden campaign for both club and country in 2026. The Paris Saint-Germain and Spain midfielder believes that claiming football's premier individual accolade would represent the ultimate honour after securing the Champions League and World Cup titles within a matter of months.
Como will host their historic Champions League debut at Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia after UEFA approved the venue following a rapid 90-day redevelopment. The green light spares Cesc Fabregas' side a relocation to Reggio Emilia, ensuring RB Leipzig visit the shores of Lake Como.
Cristiano Ronaldo was caught on camera cheekily spying on tactical instructions held by opponent Danilo during a Saudi Pro League clash. The hilarious moment brought smiles to both players on the pitch, but Ronaldo was left frustrated as Al-Ittihad held on to hand Al-Nassr their first defeat of the season in a fiercely contested 2-1 thriller.
The Glamour are set to host Siwelele at Dobsonville Stadium as they're looking to return to winning ways, having dropped points against Richards Bay FC in their last match. The Soweto giants will be aiming to close the gap on early pacesetters in the title race, Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns.
Ben Chilwell produced an instant impact on his Crystal Palace return, firing home a spectacular late winner in a 3-2 victory over Fulham. The former Chelsea defender was subsequently targeted by a heckling home supporter at full-time, but he quickly silenced the taunt by flashing a cheeky gesture to celebrate the derby triumph.
Sofyan Amrabat has reflected on his debut for Ajax following their defeat to PSV. The midfielder discussed his fitness levels, the intensity of the match, and his ambitions for the club.
Enzo Maresca has issued a significant warning to Premier League champions Arsenal, claiming Manchester City now possess the necessary squad depth to reclaim their throne. The Italian manager pointed to City’s record-breaking summer spending as the catalyst for a renewed title charge at the Etihad Stadium.
Inter Milan midfielder Curtis Jones expressed absolute delight following his side's wild 3-2 comeback victory against Napoli. Speaking after experiencing the intense San Siro atmosphere, the new signing outlined his determination to earn a regular starting berth in Cristian Chivu's team.
The 16-year-old broke Freddy Adu's record and strengthened his USMNT case, while Antoine Griezmann, Josh Sargent and Breel Embolo delivered across MLS.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang spearheaded a new era for Deportivo La Coruna, breaking Bebeto's historic club record by scoring in his fourth consecutive debut match. The Gabonese forward grabbed a goal and two assists as the Galician side secured a statement win against Champions League opposition.
Nico Williams scored his first league goal since May as Athletic Bilbao earned a dominant 3-0 victory over Atletico Madrid. The Spanish winger praised head coach Edin Terzic for instilling a winning mentality that dismantled Diego Simeone's side at San Mames.
GOAL brings you all the available details on how to watch the clash between Abafana Bes’thende and the Chloorkop outfit at the King Zwelithini Stadium in Umlazi. With the two sides set for another battle after going head-to-head in the MTN8, there is plenty at stake. While the Brazilians came out on top in their cup encounter, the home side will be determined to turn the tables and claim all three points.
Vincent Kompany has moved to defend his decision to leave Harry Kane and Michael Olise on the bench during Bayern Munich's frustrating 0-0 draw against Schalke. The stalemate in Gelsenkirchen proved costly for the German giants, as it brought an end to an incredible scoring streak that had spanned over a year of competitive action.
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso revealed that Morgan Rogers was the club's top transfer target following their summer squad rebuild. The Blues prepare to put their perfect start on the line in a high-stakes London derby against Mikel Arteta's Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium.
Lautaro Martinez scored two goals as Inter Milan fought back from two goals down to beat Napoli 3-2 at San Siro. The Argentine captain reached a historical goalscoring milestone for the club while revealing why Marcus Thuram joined his famous barrier celebration.
Marcus Thuram has explained why he joined captain Lautaro Martinez in celebrating on the San Siro barriers during Inter's stunning comeback win over Napoli. The French forward scored a vital header as the Nerazzurri overturned a two-goal deficit to win 3-2.
Paris Saint-Germain’s goalkeeping hierarchy is once again under the spotlight following a stuttering start to the domestic campaign. Matvei Safonov, who played a pivotal role in the club's European success last term, is facing intense scrutiny after a series of underwhelming performances between the sticks.
Former Arsenal forwards Theo Walcott and Ian Wright have openly expressed their deep frustration over the club's failure to secure the signature of Morgan Rogers during the recent summer transfer window. The highly-rated midfielder ultimately joined London rivals Chelsea in a massive deal instead, leaving the Gunners legends wishing their former side had acted faster.
