Even when Chelsea were sweeping up trophies for fun during the first two decades of the 21st century, there was still an element of jeopardy to their seasons. Back then, however, that usually revolved around whether or not they would end the year with a piece of silverware to make up for the relative inconsistency of their Premier League campaign.
The age-old debate between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo has seen another heavyweight chime in with a definitive verdict. Despite spending nearly a decade as a teammate and close friend of the Portuguese superstar at Real Madrid, former Brazilian international Marcelo has revealed who truly caused him the most problems on the pitch.
FC Cincinnati have entered preliminary discussions with Neymar around a move to Major League Soccer, according to the Athletic. The club is weighing whether a move for the Brazilian star makes sense, and has gauged his potential interest in such a switch. Neymar is under contract until the end of the 2026 season after penning a one-year extension with Santos.
Nottingham Forest were gifted a way back into their Europa League quarter-final first leg clash against Porto as Martim Fernandes scored an astonishing own goal from 40 yards out. In one of the most inexplicable moments in the competition's history, the Premier League side benefitted from a catastrophic defensive mix-up at the Estadio do Dragao.
The debate surrounding Neymar’s involvement in the 2026 World Cup continues to intensify, with former Brazil striker Luizao the latest to question the superstar's commitment. As the tournament approaches, Luizao has suggested that the Santos man no longer has the drive required to lead his country on the world stage.
Arsenal have been handed a significant boost regarding Martin Odegaard after the midfielder's latest injury setback. The Gunners captain was forced off during the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie against Sporting CP, but Norway manager Stale Solbakken has suggested that the damage is not as severe as first feared.
Tottenham star James Maddison has taken to social media to address concerns regarding his physical condition after a club video of him working out in the gym went viral. The England international has been sidelined for over eight months following a devastating ACL injury sustained during a pre-season tour.
Ivan Toney has launched a sensational attack on the integrity of the Saudi Pro League, suggesting that officials are biased toward Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Nassr. The England international was left fuming after his Al-Ahli side were held to a 1-1 draw by Al-Fayha, a result that severely dents their title aspirations.
Barcelona have taken the extraordinary step of filing a formal complaint to UEFA following their controversial 2-0 Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid. The Catalan giants are furious over what they describe as "incomprehensible refereeing" in a match defined by a bizarre handball incident that went unpunished.
GOAL sat down with Auston Trusty as the Celtic defender continues his push for a USMNT World Cup spot, opening up on the journey, pressure, and belief driving him.
Former Juventus sporting director Fabio Paratici has opened up about the impact of Cristiano Ronaldo’s high-profile move to Turin, admitting that the forward's incredible efficiency created an unexpected "problem" within the squad. While the Portuguese superstar was signed to deliver Champions League glory, his arrival predated a period of significant financial and institutional instability for the Bianconeri.
Andrew Robertson has confirmed that he is leaving Liverpool when his contract expires at the end of the season. He is the second club legend to announce their summer departure after Mohamed Salah, who reached an agreement to terminate his deal one year early.
Real Madrid are reportedly ready to test Bayern Munich's resolve with a staggering €160 million swoop for Michael Olise. The Spanish giants have been moved to action after witnessing the Frenchman's brilliance up close at the Bernabeu during a 2-1 defeat to Bayern in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie.
Arsenal are reportedly preparing for a significant squad overhaul this summer, with the club ready to listen to offers for five first-team stars, including Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri. The Gunners are looking to balance their books and generate 'pure profit' to fund a fresh round of marquee signings under Mikel Arteta.
Marseille head coach Habib Beye has addressed the growing debate over Mason Greenwood's off-the-ball contributions at the Stade Velodrome, admitting that his presence creates a "defensive deficit". While the Englishman has been the club's standout performer in front of goal, questions have been raised about whether his lack of work rate is beginning to destabilise the team's balance.
Julian Alvarez has revealed that he channelled his inner Lionel Messi to produce a moment of magic during Atletico Madrid’s Champions League triumph over Barcelona. The Argentine forward curled a sublime free-kick into the top corner at the Spotify Camp Nou, evoking memories of his legendary international team-mate.
Harry Maguire has never been one to shy away from scrutiny, and the Manchester United defender has now made a series of bold claims following his recent contract extension at Old Trafford. The 33-year-old reflects on a career defined by resilience, asserting that his aerial dominance keeps him among the global elite while insisting United can fight for the Premier League title next season.
The race for Morgan Rogers is heating up as three of the Premier League's heavyweights prepare to battle for the Aston Villa star's signature this summer. Manchester United, Arsenal, and Chelsea have all reportedly renewed their interest in the versatile midfielder, who has spearheaded Villa's latest push for a top-four finish under Emery.
Enzo Fernandez has managed to smooth things over at Chelsea following a period of intense speculation regarding his future at Stamford Bridge. His agent, Javier Pastore, has moved to clarify recent comments that led to the World Cup winner being dropped from the squad by manager Liam Rosenior.
Tottenham Hotspur’s survival hopes have been dealt a massive blow following reports that Mohammed Kudus has suffered a significant setback in his recovery from injury. The Ghana international now faces the prospect of missing the remainder of the Premier League season and potentially this summer’s World Cup.
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