Originals

The new format does little for scarcity, but might bring about more competition - something the league has craved for years

GOAL writers predict the champions, top five, relegated teams and biggest surprises ahead of a Premier League season filled with change.

Only a few weeks after the sensational league title, FC Thun are falling apart. The provisional low point is being dubbed the "shame of Poznan".

Chris Richards and Tyler Adams begin their Premier League campaigns, while Weston McKennie, Johnny Cardoso and Alex Freeman face intriguing tests elsewhere.

Joane Gadou came from Salzburg to Borussia Dortmund and has so far left an excellent impression. The 19-year-old centre-back starts with a regular place at BVB and is facing his first real test.

A new class of young stars is waiting to burst through in the English top-flight this season, with the likes of Arsenal, Liverpool, Man City and Man Utd boasting some incredible talents

The Egyptian star's role has diminished at the Etihad: so is he heading to London in search of a bigger opportunity?

The sun may be setting on one era of ownership on Merseyside and dawning of another - but is that a good thing for the Reds?

The ex-Netherlands star had it all, until his shocking involvement in drug trafficking and the unrelated stabbing of a relative landed him in prison

The Red Devils have not been as active in the transfer market as their main rivals, leaving the manager with a daunting mission

What is happening inside the fortress of trophies?

Frank Lampard exclusively tells GOAL how he has changed since his last Premier League job and why Coventry believe they can defy the odds after 25 years away.

The Egyptian Pharaoh has shone in recent weeks

After his departure from Bayern Munich, he himself considered his position to be a "privileged situation". But shortly before the start of the season in Europe's top leagues, Leon Goretzka still has not found a new club.

The Union youngster picked up a silly red, but his act wasn't the only slightly bizarre incident in Major League Soccer's midweek slate

The Saudi Under-21 League returns for its second edition

AI can identify Mohamed Salah replacements, map injuries and project youth development. GOAL examines how soccer is using the technology - and its limits

Investing in clubs has become something of a craze among top players in recent years as the game has undergone a commercial revolution

How Luis Enrique built a collective machine to realise PSG's Champions League dream after Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Neymar exits

The Red Devils are reportedly closing in on a deal for the Brighton and Cameroon star, which would be a very shrewd piece of business

Can the young Egyptian currently play a leading role?

After finally getting over the line last season, the Gunners appear almost perfectly placed to retain their domestic crown

As many as four players at Bayern Munich have their eye on the fourth starting spot in attack. New signing Ismael Saibari are in the best starting position.

The Catalan side wrapped up their preparations for the new season

Temwa Chawinga wins Golden Boot, Cameroon makes history winning WAFCON and players like goalkeeper Michaely Bihina, and defenders Yvana Makana and Maeva Nyadjou showcase young talent across tournament.

Here are the most notable names who chose to play for Barca instead of moving to the Real Madrid stronghold

The England striker has long been on the radar of the INEOS bosses at Old Trafford, and they should pounce on his uncertain contract situation before the summer window slams shut

After two worrying collapses, Jamal Musiala has made his absence epilepsy public. What does that mean and what happens next for the Bayern Munich star? In the interview, neurologist Dr Regina Becker gives medical assessments.

The Special One fires shots in all directions