Massimiliano Allegri has delivered a bold assessment of the Serie A landscape, claiming that as many as eight teams are in the hunt for the Scudetto this season. The experienced tactician also outlined his expectations for a historic centenary campaign at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona.
Barcelona have officially secured the services of Croatian international goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic, bolstering their options between the posts. The veteran shot-stopper arrives from Turkish giants Fenerbahce, ending weeks of speculation regarding the club’s long-term succession plan in goal.
The recently departed South African national team coach has faced criticism following his controversial comments about the potential return of the three-time CAF Champions League-winning coach to the Bafana dugout. The Belgian tactician sparked backlash after questioning the direction of South African football should the former Mamelodi Sundowns mentor take charge once again.
Steve Bruce admits that Emi Martinez’s desperation to leave Aston Villa is strange, with the former Villans boss reacting to transfer talk during an exclusive interview with GOAL - as the World Cup-winning goalkeeper sees a move to Chelsea mooted. The Argentina international has spent 12 months shuffling his way towards exit doors in the West Midlands.
Retired midfielder believes the Buccaneers hold a significant advantage heading into Saturday’s MTN8 semi-final second leg against the Limpopo side. However, he has suggested that a sudden coaching crisis at Babina Noko might provide the spark needed to pull off a massive upset.
Manchester City and Arsenal have emerged as leading contenders in a high-stakes pursuit of Everton forward Iliman Ndiaye. The Senegal international has become one of the most sought-after talents in the Premier League following a series of standout performances at Goodison Park.
Nottingham Forest have completed the marquee £50m signing of striker Liam Delap from Chelsea on a five-year deal. The 23-year-old forward arrives at the City Ground for an initial £45m fee plus £5m in add-ons, aiming to reignite his Premier League form after finding starting opportunities limited during his solitary season at Stamford Bridge.
Marcus Rashford has been absorbed back into the fold at Manchester United. Does he have a long-term future at Old Trafford or are the Red Devils delaying the inevitable - with transfer rumours set to resurface in 2027? Steve Bruce has attempted that question during an exclusive interview with GOAL, as the Premier League title winner assesses a “fabulous footballer”.
Masandawana coach has come out in defence of the 25-year-old, rejecting suggestions that the winger receives preferential treatment in his starting line-up. The Portuguese tactician insisted that every selection decision is based strictly on training-ground performances rather than personal relationships.
Chelsea's £34m summer signing Valentin Barco has revealed how transitioning into a central midfielder transformed his career and paved the way for his move to Stamford Bridge. The 22-year-old explained that abandoning his traditional left-back role helped him earn an Argentina World Cup call-up and secure a high-profile Premier League return.
Aston Villa captain John McGinn has opened up on the departure of Youri Tielemans, admitting he was completely wrong about the midfielder's physical condition when they first met. The Belgium international completed a £35 million move to Old Trafford this summer after a stellar three-year stint at Villa Park.
