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Harry Kane of Bayern Munich is reportedly at a significant disadvantage in the race to win this year’s Ballon d’Or, according to Germany’s former international Robert Huth.

BVB is reportedly planning a €20 million investment project. Meanwhile, a star striker has pulled out of training. The latest news and rumours about Borussia Dortmund.

Two MLS clubs have fired their coaches less than two months into the season, and there is plenty of reason to believe that further managers could leave in the coming weeks.

Bayern Munich boss Vincent Kompany has sensationally hit back at Real Madrid's perceived arrogance, questioning the mystical aura surrounding their Champions League comeback history. The Belgian coach insists that the narrative of Madrid being the sole masters of the European turnaround is a fabrication that ignores the achievements of other elite clubs.

Paris Saint-Germain captain Marquinhos described his heroic goal-saving block against Liverpool as feeling "better than a goal" after guiding the defending European champions to a convincing 2-0 victory at Anfield on Tuesday. The spectacular defensive intervention ensured the French giants sealed a dominant 4-0 aggregate triumph in the Champions League tie, eliminating the Reds once again.

Barcelona ran out of steam at the crucial moment as they fell short in a stirring comeback attempt in their Champions League quarter-final second leg against Atletico Madrid. Trailing 2-0 on aggregate after the first instalment, a Lamine Yamal and Ferran Torres-inspired Barca were unable to see off their domestic rivals despite levelling the tie in a scintillating first half at the Metropolitano.

Liverpool's hopes of salvaging a shocking season were washed away on a miserable night on Merseyside on Tuesday evening, as an Ousmane Dembele double earned Paris Saint-Germain a 2-0 win at Anfield that saw Luis Enrique's men progress to the semi-finals of the Champions League 4-0 on aggregate. As with the first leg at the Parc des Princes, Arne Slot got his starting line-up all wrong, with the Reds boss sensationally deciding to hand Alexander Isak his first start since recovering from a broken leg earlier this month.

The Champions League quarter-final second leg between Atletico Madrid and Barcelona took a dramatic turn when Eric Garcia received a straight red card late in the game. Referee Clement Turpin dismissed the centre-back after a VAR review, leaving the Catalan side with 10 men as they desperately chased a vital goal to salvage their European campaign at the Metropolitano.

FC Barcelona’s comeback in the second leg against Atlético Madrid started with a historic opening goal. A frenzied, dramatic contest ensued, and though Barça won, they still exited the competition.

Lauren Hemp was the hero at Wembley as early as the third minute, but the Manchester City winger admitted she was sweating over whether her decisive strike had actually crossed the line. The Lionesses secured a vital 1-0 victory over world champions Spain in their 2027 World Cup qualifying clash, moving three points clear at the top of Group A3.

Alvaro Arbeloa has issued a defiant rallying cry ahead of Real Madrid's crucial Champions League showdown against Bayern Munich. Despite trailing from the first leg at the Bernabeu and facing domestic struggles, the Madrid boss insists the 15-time winners possess a unique DNA that thrives under pressure, making a European comeback in Germany an absolute certainty.

FC Bayern Munich are reportedly casting their net as far as Sunderland in their quest for fresh attacking talent ahead of next season. A forward once dubbed “Tah’s nightmare” plies his trade there.

Liverpool’s Champions League ambitions suffered a devastating setback on Tuesday night as Hugo Ekitike was forced off on a stretcher during the first half against Paris Saint-Germain. The French striker, who has become a focal point of Arne Slot’s attack, appeared to sustain a serious injury with nobody around him at Anfield.

England international Jude Bellingham has urged his Real Madrid team-mates to step up ahead of their crucial Champions League quarter-final second leg against Bayern Munich. After suffering a 1-2 home defeat at the Bernabeu on April 7, the club face a defining moment. The midfielder insists the squad must show bravery to overturn the deficit and rescue their season.

French side Reims have experienced a terrifying security breach as a group of armed, hooded individuals stormed the club's training ground to confront the squad. The shocking incident happened in the early hours of Saturday following the team's return from a frustrating Ligue 2 fixture, prompting widespread condemnation from the French footballing community and severe legal action.

Lauren Hemp's early strike gave England yet another win over Spain on Tuesday night, the Lionesses emerging 1-0 victors in their first meeting with La Roja since last summer's European Championship final. England were winners on that occasion, on penalties, and they came out on top again here as their third victory in their last four encounters with the world champions gave them a notable advantage in a cut-throat World Cup qualifying group.

Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has sensationally claimed that Arsenal’s Premier League title hopes are over following a damaging weekend in the race for the crown. The former midfielder believes the momentum has swung firmly back in favour of Manchester City after the Gunners failed to maintain their cushion at the summit.

AC Milan are reportedly exploring a creative solution to bolster their strike force by plotting a move for Fiorentina frontman Moise Kean. The Rossoneri are looking to structure a deal that would see Santiago Gimenez head to Florence in a bid to lower the significant financial demands of the transfer.

For Real Madrid, the second leg of their quarter-final against FC Bayern is a make-or-break moment for the entire season. It’s a daunting task, as Jude Bellingham knows.

Romelu Lukaku's future at Napoli hangs in the balance as the club consider banishing him for the rest of the season. The Belgian striker failed to report for training following the international break, choosing to remain in his homeland for injury treatment. This blatant defiance has infuriated the club's hierarchy, paving the way for severe disciplinary action.

The injury-plagued captain of FC Bayern and the German national team has apparently been struck down again.

Manuel Neuer has revealed that a final decision regarding his future at Bayern Munich will be made in the very near future. The legendary goalkeeper is currently weighing up whether to extend his stay at the Allianz Arena or finally hang up his gloves at the age of 40.

Javier Mascherano has stepped down as head coach of Inter Miami, the club confirmed Tuesday afternoon. In a statement, Mascherano said he stepped away for "personal reasons." The Argentine, a close friend of star Lionel Messi, won MLS Cup with the Herons in 2025, a first in franchise history, and had been in charge since the end of 2024.

Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany has praised Union Berlin's historic decision to appoint Marie-Louise Eta as their new head coach. The 34-year-old steps up from her role with the U19s to become the first woman to take charge of a men's Bundesliga side, succeeding Steffen Baumgart.

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has taken a firm stand against the UK Government, expressing his disbelief over the continued delay in passing the Hillsborough Law. As the club prepares to commemorate the 37th anniversary of the tragedy that claimed 97 lives, Slot used his platform to advocate for the families still fighting for justice and transparency.

Former Paris Saint-Germain icon Javier Pastore has heaped praise on Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise, comparing the talented Frenchman to Ousmane Dembele. Pastore expressed his deep admiration for the young forward's incredible technical abilities and impact in the Champions League, noting his unique flair makes him an absolute joy for football fans to watch this season.

Liverpool have emerged as one of only three elite clubs capable of triggering a secret release clause in Nico Schlotterbeck's new Borussia Dortmund contract. The German international recently committed his future to BVB until 2031, but the deal includes specific provisions that could see him head to Anfield or the Santiago Bernabeu as early as this summer.

Bournemouth are reportedly eyeing Frank Lampard as a candidate to be their next manager following the news that Andoni Iraola will step down at the end of the season. The Chelsea legend has rebuilt his stock during a sensational spell in the Championship and could be set for an immediate return to the top flight.

GOAL breaks down the sporting director's impact and what his exit means for the future