Goal/GettyLiverpoolAfrica Cup of NationsWhy Klopp AFCON row is a genuine misunderstandingThe Reds boss was accused of "insulting Africa" by referring to a "little tournament in January" - but his comments were misconstrued
Getty/GOALChelseaBallon d'OrBallon d'Or snub won't stop Mendy inspiring black goalkeepersThe Blues No.1 is excelling every week on the field for his club but his impact off the field is even more significant
Getty/GOALAC MilanChampions LeagueMilan's Messias: How a former delivery man made it to San SiroPlaying in the fourth tier of Italian football only three years ago, Junior Messias came off the bench to keep AC Milan in the Champions League
Getty/GOALLiverpoolPremier League'Alisson has no ego and Van Dijk is just incredible'In an exclusive interview with GOAL, the goalkeeper discusses his Anfield career to date and his loan move to Irish outfit Saint Patrick's Athletic
Getty/GOALBarcelonaTransfersCould Xavi finally solve Barcelona's Dembele problem?The Frenchman has failed miserably to justify his lofty transfer fee and is out of contract next summer, but he could yet salvage his Camp Nou career
Getty ImagesArsenalTransfersWhy Arsenal were right to cash in on £25m Willock The homegrown product was in terrific form for Newcastle on loan last season but Arsenal rightly viewed that form as unsustainable
GOALNXGNAustraliaCourtney Nevin: 'Special talent’ out to stop the USWNTThe 19-year-old was tasked with marking Pernille Harder on her international debut, and already has an appearance at the Olympics to her name
Manchester CityChampions LeaguePSG outclassed at the Etihad: City finally embrace the UCLThe English champions were buzzing on and off the pitch as Pep Guardiola's side dominated their star-studded rivals in a 2-1 win
M. PochettinoP. GuardiolaPep vs Poch: A rivalry renewed in Manchester - but for how long?The pair will face off at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday in what could be a precursor for a cross-city conflict if Manchester United get their way
GOALNXGNRomaFelix Afena-Gyan: Roma teen earning new trainers from MourinhoThe 18-year-old marked his third senior appearance with two stunning goals and gained himself some new footwear from his manager in the process
Getty/GOALNXGNArsenalMarcelo Flores: Arsenal's Mexican teen who England & Canada wantThe 18-year-old was recently named Player of the Tournament at the 2021 Revelations Cup after a run of good form for the Gunners' U18s
Getty/GOALLiverpoolK. TsimikasRobertson vs Tsimikas: Klopp's happy headache at left-backThe Reds' 'Greek Scouser' has emerged as a high-quality deputy this season, and will be needed more than ever in the coming weeks
Getty ImagesLigue 1MarseillePayet bottle-throwing furore the latest embarrassment for Ligue 1The French top-flight sells itself on being the home of Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe & Neymar, but it's being undermined by bad behaviour in the stands
Getty/GOALChelseaR. JamesThe world's best right-back? James emerging as a superstarThe England man is the Blues' top scorer this season, with Mo Salah the only other Premier League player with five goals and five assists in 2021-22
Getty/GOALManchester UnitedChampions LeagueCan UCL king Ronaldo drag Man Utd to glory in 2022?There are issues for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's successor to solve, but with their No.7 on fire in Europe, the Red Devils can't be ruled out of contention
Getty/GOALUruguayWorld Cup'A stupendous man' - Tabarez's Uruguay exit marks end of an eraThe veteran steps down as one of football's most admired coaches after 17 years at the helm of the Celeste, whom he led to Copa America glory in 2011
Getty/GOALManchester UnitedM. PochettinoPoch is perfect for Man Utd - they can't ignore him againHaving missed the chance to bring in the PSG boss in 2019, the Red Devils could now hire the ideal Ole Gunnar Solskjaer replacement right away
Red Bull Media HouseWomen's footballCULTUREWomen’s freestyle makes emotional global returnFor the first time since the start of the pandemic, travel restrictions did not limit the pool of competitors, leading to an poignant day in Valencia
Getty/GOALBarcelonaX. HernandezXavi's back at Barca, but will the good times really follow?The new Blaugrana boss got off to a winning start in La Liga, but issues remain on and off the field that could slow any progress he makes
Getty/GoalBallon d'OrWomen's footballBallon d'Or Feminin Power Rankings: Who will succeed Rapinoe?The race to succeed 2019 winner Megan Rapinoe is on, with the best players from around the world all vying for top spot on the podium
Manchester CityR. SterlingCan Sterling solve Man City's goalscoring problem?After falling out of favour under Pep Guardiola, the England winger showed his attacking quality in Sunday's 3-0 victory over Everton
Getty/GOALTransfersChelseaRudiger, Christensen & Chelsea's fight to keep their defensive wallThe Blues have four senior centre-back options who are out contract this summer, with some more open than others to agreeing fresh terms
Getty ImagesManchester UnitedO. SolskjaerEl United cesa a Solskjaer; suena ZidaneUn día después de caer 4-1 en casa del Watford, el técnico noruego deja el banquillo de Old Trafford. ¿Quién le reemplaza?
Getty/GOALManchester UnitedO. SolskjaerMan Utd sack Solskjaer: The inside storyConfused tactics, misguided selections and bemusing team talks all led to the Red Devils legend being dismissed from his duties
GettyS. ManeLiverpoolMane's contract needs sorting just as much as Salah'sThe Senegal star was on fire as the Reds thrashed Arsenal at Anfield on Saturday - so why isn't more fuss being made about his future?
Getty ImagesCult heroesArsenalAmaury Bischoff: Arsenal's 'most left-field signing' ever?The midfielder's one-year stint at the Emirates Stadium saw him make just four appearances - but why did it not work out in north London?
Getty/GOALLiverpoolPremier LeagueWhy Liverpool are struggling without WijnaldumThe loss of the Dutch midfielder, coupled with Virgil van Dijk's gradual return to full fitness, have left the Reds vulnerable to counterattacks
GOALNXGNRed Bull BragantinoBruno Praxedes: Brazil's teen star earning PL interestThe 19-year-old has starred since joining Red Bull Bragantino in June, playing a key role in their run to the Copa Sudamericana final
Getty/GOALTransfersSerie AMeet the man who signed Mbappe & scouted ModricIn an exclusive interview with GOAL, Riccardo Pecini discusses his involvement in some of the most significant deals of the past 15 years
Getty/GoalWomen's Champions LeagueArsenal WomenFive things we learned from the Women's Champions LeagueOn matchday four of the UWCL group stages, Real Madrid hosted PSG, Juventus travelled to Wolfsburg and Bayern Munich took on Lyon