📝Bio: Soham has been living and breathing football stories for almost a decade, carving his path as a news and SEO writer with an instinct for the big moments. Armed with an MA (Honours) in Sports Journalism from Symbiosis International University, he knew early on that his future wouldn’t be on the pitch but behind the pen, shaping narratives about the game he adores. He joined GOAL in 2017 and has since made his mark covering the Indian Super League, I-League, and the Indian national team. Based in Kolkata, where football is a religion, he grew up watching Bhaichung Bhutia scoring goals for fun in India, before falling head over heels for Real Madrid, a club that now dictates the rhythm of his everyday life.⚽My Football Story: It all began back in 2002. A cricket bat in hand, ready to step out, but then the skies opened up. The rain kept me indoors, and that twist of fate led me to the sofa, beside my father, who had a football match on TV. Little did I know at the time but it was the World Cup final: Brazil vs Germany. Forget the goals – what grabbed my imagination was Ronaldo’s haircut and his iconic celebration. From there, cricket slowly faded and football fever took over. By my teenage years, I was sneaking out of bed at 1am to watch the Champions League - fair to say I was hooked for life.
🎯Areas of Expertise:
Social media-specific content
Premier League, Champions League, European & Indian football coverage
Tactical analysis on the Indian national team
World Cup & European Championship tournaments
🌟Favourite Footballing Memory: The day Mohun Bagan demolished East Bengal 5-3 in the Kolkata Derby, with Chidi Edeh scoring four - a moment when the city turned maroon and green. But nothing beats the spine-tingling sight of Sergio Ramos’ 93rd-minute header in Lisbon, the goal that crowned Real Madrid’s La Decima and etched itself into footballing history.📝My All-Time XI: Iker Casillas; Phillip Lahm, Sergio Ramos, Fabio Cannavaro, Roberto Carlos; Claude Makélélé, Ronaldinho, Zinedine Zidane; Cristiano Ronaldo, Raúl, Lionel Messi.
Jude Bellingham gave a brutal response as Nico Williams snubbed a move to Barcelona in favour of an Athletic Club stay. The Spanish winger infuriated the Camp Nou hierarchy after choosing loyalty over glamour after he turned down a high-profile move to the Blaugranas and instead penned a long-term extension with his boyhood club.
Germany’s Euro 2025 campaign has suffered a significant setback after national team skipper Giulia Gwinn was ruled out for the rest of the tournament due to a knee injury. The 26-year-old was withdrawn during the first half of their opening match against Poland, prompting immediate concern from the German bench.
Arsenal are "unable to comment" after Thomas Partey was formally charged with multiple sexual offences. The Metropolitan Police have charged Partey with a total of six offences, five of them being rape and one of sexual assault. These charges are connected to allegations made by three different women.
The town of Gondomar, nestled in northern Portugal, became the emotional centre of the footballing world on Friday as hundreds of mourners gathered to honour the lives of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva. Grieving fans along with stars like Ricardo Horta and Joao Moutinho lined up, many holding Portugal flags, floral bouquets and personal tokens, silently forming long queues outside the Chapel of the Resurrection.
Burnley are reportedly on the brink of completing a deal for England veteran Kyle Walker, who is undergoing medical examinations ahead of sealing a switch from Manchester City. The 35-year-old right-back is expected to join the Premier League newcomers on a permanent basis with a two-year contract on the table.
Jose Mourinho paid a heartfelt tribute to Liverpool star Diogo Jota on the sidelines of the British Grand Prix. The football world has been left devastated by the tragic death of the Portugal international, who passed away in a fatal car crash in northern Spain on Thursday. The 28-year-old forward was travelling with his brother when their Lamborghini suffered a tyre failure, veered off the road and burst into flames.
Sarina Wiegman declared that England are "prepared" for Euro 2025 and will give their all "to defend" the title. Speaking ahead of their much-anticipated opening match against France, the Dutch tactician made it clear that the Lionesses are focused, well-drilled, and determined to retain the European crown they won in 2022.
Leandro Trossard has made a significant change off the pitch that’s triggered speculation about his Arsenal future. The Belgium international recently ended his long-standing partnership with agent Josy Comhair and has now joined DH Sports and Entertainment Agency, a Germany-based firm. The timing of this development, alongside a stalled contract negotiation, has fans and pundits wondering if a move away from north London could be on the horizon.
Chelsea have been handed a substantial fine by UEFA following violations of financial sustainability guidelines covering the fiscal periods ending in 2023 and 2024. The London club is now required to pay £27 million ($37m) after UEFA concluded their investigation into the club’s financial dealings over recent seasons.
Five Manchester United players have put in transfer requests this summer as the Red Devils continue to rebuild their squad under Ruben Amorim. Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho, Jadon Sancho, Antony and Tyrell Malacia have all indicated their desire to pursue opportunities elsewhere, throwing a curveball into United's pre-season plans.
Lamine Yamal’s meteoric rise in football has captivated fans across the globe, but one Barcelona supporter has taken admiration for the young star to a new height. The devoted fan recently made headlines after choosing to have Yamal’s entire face tattooed on his left thigh, a gesture that has since gone viral.
Barcelona’s rising sensation Lamine Yamal is preparing to mark his 18th birthday in style with an exclusive and highly secretive party in Ibiza, as reported by COPE. Far from being a typical celebration, the event is expected to be as extraordinary as the player himself, turning his transition into adulthood into a spectacle that blends luxury, music, and high-level discretion.
Newcastle United have stepped up their efforts to secure the services of Nottingham Forest winger Anthony Elanga, lodging a substantial £55 million (€64m/$75m) offer for the 23-year-old. The bid comes after Aston Villa also joined the chase for the Swedish international, adding competition for the Magpies, in what could become one of the most fiercely contested transfer sagas of the summer.
Barcelona’s youth prospect Marc Casado has emerged as a subject of serious interest from Chelsea, with the Premier League giants reportedly tracking the midfielder ahead of a potential bid. The club's La Masia graduate, who has recently seen limited game time, could be on the move if Barcelona receive a significant offer during the ongoing summer transfer window.
Former Barcelona star Rivaldo sent a message to Lamine Yamal as the wonderkid is set to take over the iconic No.10 shirt at Camp Nou, following in the footsteps of the legendary Lionel Messi. While no formal announcement has been made by the club, it is widely understood that Yamal has given his blessing for the reveal to coincide with his 18th birthday.
Al-Nassr are reportedly shifting their focus to Arsenal’s Gabriel Martinelli as they continue their hunt for a marquee left winger. After failing to persuade Liverpool to sell Luis Diaz, the Saudi Pro League side have identified the Brazilian international as a prime alternative to bolster their squad this summer.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot issued a deeply moving tribute to Diogo Jota following the sudden and heartbreaking death of the Portuguese forward. The 28-year-old forward and his younger brother, André Silva, lost their lives in a tragic car accident in the early hours of Thursday morning, July 3, in northwestern Spain.
Fenerbahce have reportedly ramped up their efforts to land Manchester City’s veteran right-back Kyle Walker, making a significantly improved financial proposal to lure the England international to Istanbul. The Super Lig runners-up are preparing for life after Bright Osayi-Samuel, whose contract concludes at the end of June. With his likely departure, the Istanbul-based club is eager to secure a high-profile replacement, and Walker is at the top of their shortlist.
Barcelona have been aggressively pushing to bring Athletic Club winger Nico Williams to Camp Nou, but the operation has hit multiple snags, mainly surrounding financial regulations and registration guarantees that the player has demanded. Although there remains hope of reaching an agreement, Marca suggests that the challenges involved are greater than initially anticipated.