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Endrick's dad gets biblical in support of struggling Madrid striker

Real Madrid's crisis escalated on Sunday as Endrick was sent off from the bench during the defeat to Celta Vigo, sparking a furious reaction from his father. With the Brazilian forward starving for minutes under manager Xabi Alonso, his parent turned to the bible to find encouraging words for the teenager, intensifying rumours of a January loan exit just months before the World Cup.

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Brits Abroad: ANOTHER record for Kane as Jude & Rashford flop

GOAL runs the rule over the British players earning a living away from their homeland, with plenty more stars deciding to leave their comfort zones in search of a better footballing life elsewhere. The Premier League is still obviously one of the world's most entertaining divisions and the Championship can prove fantastic for development, but there are more options out there.

Ex-Real Madrid forward assures Endrick' Lyon move could be 'the best thing'

Former Real Madrid striker Mariano Diaz believes a move to Lyon could be the best step for Endrick if the Brazilian leaves the club in January, saying regular minutes matter more than staying on the bench at the Bernabeu. Mariano, who made the same move in 2017 after struggling for game time, says there is "life beyond" Madrid.

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Umtiti reveals 'rift' with Barca as he opens up on 'bouts of depression'

Samuel Umtiti slammed Barcelona as he opened up about his 'rift' with the Catalan club and his 'bouts of depression' during long injury spells in Spain. The French defender, who joined Lille in 2023 after seeing his Blaugrana contract mutually terminated, retired from professional football this summer at the age of just 31 after years of knee problems.

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'It's not true' - Ancelotti denies telling Endrick to leave Real

Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has moved swiftly to shut down claims that he urged Endrick to leave Real Madrid in the upcoming transfer window, insisting he never told the young striker that a loan move was necessary to secure a place with the Selecao at the 2026 World Cup. The 19-year-old sensation is on the brink of sealing a January loan switch to Lyon as Los Blancos have reportedly thrashed out a deal with the Ligue 1 outfit.

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Real Madrid finalising loan for out-of-favour Endrick

Real Madrid are close to finalising a loan move for out-of-favour striker Endrick as rumoured suitors Manchester United fall behind in the pursuit of the Brazilian wonderkid. The 19-year-old has struggled to find minutes under Xabi Alonso, and a temporary transfer has been arranged to relaunch his career after a frustrating few months at the Spanish capital.

Reyna, Trusty among five USMNT hopefuls with something to prove

With a few big names out, Mauricio Pochettino has brought in some old faces who are set to prove they deserve a shot at the roster going forward

Lyon shut down over referee protests after PSG defeat

Ligue 1 referee chief Amaury Delerue has defended the controversial decisions made by both the on-field and VAR officials during Paris Saint-Germain’s 3-2 win over Lyon. The last-minute defeat left Lyon players furious but Delerue has explained the process behind the officials' decisions and insisted that each call was made correctly.

'They forgot about me' - PSG star used height to good use with Lyon winner

Joao Neves' claims the Lyon players 'forgot' to mark him as the 19-year-old Portuguese midfielder cinched a header to drive Paris Saint-Germain to a 3-2 win in stoppage time, sealing his side’s return to the top of Ligue 1. But the win came amid chaos, with Nicolas Tagliafico’s red card moments earlier leaving Lyon furious and reigniting debate over refereeing consistency in France.

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Brits Abroad: Kane saves Bayern but Jude held by bogey team

GOAL brings you the latest on the British players who are thriving away from home, as several stars choose to make a living in Europe and even beyond. The Premier League is still obviously one of the world's most entertaining divisions and the Championship can prove fantastic for development, but there are more options out there.

Lyon accuse referees of siding with PSG after stoppage time red card

Paris Saint-Germain edged past Lyon 3-2 in a fiery Ligue 1 showdown marked by late drama as a controversial red card was shown to Nicolas Tagliafico. Tempers further flared high in heated post-match accusations of referee bias and calls of 'siding with PSG' by the Lyon camp as the Ligue 1 champions reclaimed top spot in the table.

Americans Abroad: Pulisic returns for AC Milan, Agyemang shines

GOAL reviews the key takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, with Pulisic featuring for Milan after recovering from injury.

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Antony's 'great form' making him undroppable, admits Betis boss

Manuel Pellegrini’s Real Betis continue their unbeaten Europa League run, powered by the resurgence of former Manchester United winger Antony. The Brazilian has been in exceptional form, scoring crucial goals and earning his manager’s full trust after their 2-0 win over Lyon. Pellegrini now sees Antony as undroppable, insisting his consistency and impact make rotation impossible as Betis eye the knockout stages.

European hangover: Who bettors should oppose ahead of the weekend

This weekend marks the end of another busy period for clubs involved in European competitions. There seems to be value in backing some of them to slip up.

Revealed: Why Man Utd & Aston Villa ruled out Endrick loan

Real Madrid striker Endrick is set to leave the club on a temporary basis after failing to impress head coach Xabi Alonso following his arrival at the club in the summer. The Brazilian had been linked with a loan move to the Premier League, with both Manchester United and Aston Villa interested in the young forward. But reports now suggest the 19-year-old will make a move to Lyon in France.

Strasbourg star gets lengthy ban for red card foul on Fofana

Strasbourg defender Ismael Doukoure has been handed a four-match suspension for his red card after a challenge that left Lyon's Malick Fofana with a serious ankle injury. The incident, which occurred during Lyon's 2-1 Ligue 1 victory over Strasbourg on Monday, has left Fofana ruled out for several months and drawn a heavy suspension from the LFP, Ligue 1's governing body.

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Seven-time Ligue 1 champions open Endrick loan transfer talks

Brazilian wonderkid Endrick is pursuing a January loan move away from Real Madrid and talks have already begun with a club outside of Spain. The 19-year-old hasn't made a competitive appearance this season and wants regular playing time to secure his place in Brazil's squad for the World Cup. Endrick has struggled with injury, but has also been overlooked by boss Xabi Alonso and a temporary move away from the Bernabeu is seemingly edging closer.

Chelsea & Liverpool target 'out for months' after brutal injury blow

Lyon winger Malick Fofana faces several months on the sidelines after suffering a serious right ankle sprain during a 2-1 win over Strasbourg. The Belgian winger, who has attracted strong interest from Liverpool and Chelsea, will likely require surgery dealing a major blow to Paulo Fonseca’s side as they push for a top-four Ligue 1 finish.

Rosenior slams referee for red card in Strasbourg defeat

Strasbourg manager Liam Rosenior has slammed the referee's decision to send off Ismael Doukoure in Strasbourg's 2-1 defeat to Lyon in Ligue 1. The manager claims that the official "judged based on the injury" to Malick Fofana, who was stretchered off, rather than the tackle. The red card proved costly, as a stoppage time goal snatched the win for Lyon.

Americans Abroad: PSV's Pepi rides UCL momentum

GOAL looks at the biggest storylines among Americans Abroad, including Pepi and PSV riding stunning a Champions League win

Ref apologises for stopping match after mistaking ISIS chant for homophobia

Nice president Fabrice Bocquet slammed the referee's "unacceptable" decision to halt the match against Lyon over a chant from the supporters, mistaking the anti-terrorist slogan for homophobic abuse. The decision to stop the chant, aimed at terror group ISIS and sung for years to honour the 86 victims of the July 14, 2016 Promenade des Anglais attack, provoked a furious reaction from the club, forcing the French refereeing director to publicly apologise.

Brits Abroad: Contrasting Klassiker for Kane & Jobe

GOAL runs the rule over the British players earning a living away from their homeland, with plenty more stars deciding to leave the comforts of the United Kingdom in search of a better footballing life elsewhere. The Premier League is still obviously one of the world's most entertaining divisions and the Championship can prove fantastic for development, but there are more options out there.

Ex-Liverpool youngster reveals golf course phone call from Alonso

Ex-Liverpool midfielder Tyler Morton opened up on the shock phone call he received from current Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso, while being on a golf course. Alonso, who was managing Bayer Leverkusen last season, had shown interest in the Reds' youth star and wanted to bring him to Germany. Morton further revealed that he idolised the Spaniard while growing up.

Giroud reveals Ibrahimovic inspiration behind Lille transfer

Olivier Giroud has revealed how Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s words inspired him to keep playing, even as he approaches 40. The French striker, who recently joined Lille on a free transfer from MLS club Los Angeles FC, said that the AC Milan legend's mindset played a key role in his decision to continue playing at the top level.

Lyon youngster is like Yamal and 'belongs' at Liverpool or Man City

Lyon winger Malick Fofana "belongs" at a cub like Liverpool or Manchester City, according to his agent, with the Belgium international earning comparisons to Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal. The youngster's representative revealed he had offers from Everton and Fulham but opted to reject the Premier League duo in order to continue his development in Ligue 1.

Frequently asked questions

: Chelsea were founded on March 10, 1905, following Gus Mears' acquisition of the Stamford Bridge in 1904. Several names were put up for consideration: Kensington FC, Stamford Bridge FC, and London FC. However, all these names were rejected and the name Chelsea F.C. was finally selected.
: Chelsea are co-owned by an American consortium consisting of Todd Boehly, Mark Walter. Hansjorg Wyss, and Behdad Eghbali-led Clearlake Capital. Boehly, Walter, and Wyss each own a 12.8% stake in the club, while Clearlake Capital are the majority shareholder with a 61.5% stake.
: Chelsea's stadium is known as the Stamford Bridge and has been the club's home venue ever since their inception in 1905. Interestingly, the Stamford Bridge was owned by a separate company after businessman Ken Bates bought the club in the 1980s, when they were on the verge of bankruptcy and stuck in the second division. In 1992, however, after a long-fought legal battle and a 'Save The Bridge' campaign from the fans, Chelsea regained ownership of the stadium.
: The Stamford Bridge has a capacity of around 40,000.
: Chelsea have won an impressive 32 trophies throughout their history, including two Champions League titles and six English top-flight titles.
: Chelsea have won the English top flight on six occasions, with their most recent title coming at the end of the 2016-17 season.
: Legendary defender Ron Harris holds the record for making the most appearances for Chelsea, featuring for the club in 795 games, ahead of Peter Bonetti and John Terry. The latter two are the only other players along with Harris to make over 700 appearances for the club.
: Frank Lampard, arguably the greatest Chelsea player ever, is the club's leading goalscorer of all-time, netting the ball into the net 211 times in 648 games. The fact that he was a midfielder makes the feat all the more impressive.
: Didier Drogba, John Terry, Eden Hazard, Claude Makelele, Arjen Robben, Petr Cech, Michael Ballack, and David Luiz are some of the most famous players to have represented Chelsea.
: Jose Mourinho, Antonio Conte, Mauricio Pochettino, Thomas Tuchel, Carlo Ancelotti, and Maurizio Sarri are among the biggest managerial names to have been a part of Chelsea's eminent history.
: Chelsea are called The Blues, which is a reference to the colour of their kit since the early 20th century.

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