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Jose Mourinho has fuelled speculation of an imminent return to Real Madrid after effectively backtracking on his previous commitment to extend his stay at Benfica. Following a 2-2 draw with Braga, the Portuguese tactician admitted he is no longer thinking about a new contract in Lisbon, while appearing to bid an emotional farewell to his squad.

Chelsea have held talks with Andoni Iraola as they intensify their search for a new manager. The Bournemouth boss has also rejected approaches from Crystal Palace, while Xabi Alonso and Marco Silva remain under consideration.

Lamine Yamal taunted Real Madrid during Barcelona’s La Liga title parade with a provocative custom shirt and a pointed social media post. The teenage star also used the celebrations to promise supporters that a Champions League triumph could soon follow.

Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi has offered public support to Mathys Tel after the young forward's erratic performance in the 1-1 draw with Leeds United. Despite scoring a stunning opener, the Frenchman conceded a decisive penalty via a reckless overhead kick, drawing heavy criticism from pundits, but his manager opted for a more compassionate approach.

This is Legacy, GOAL's feature and podcast series that counts down to the 2026 World Cup. Each week, we explore the stories and the spirit behind the nations that define the world's game. In this edition, we dive into how Julian Nagelsmann is trying to make Germany... Germany again. For years, the national team has drifted away from the identity that made them world champions in Brazil just 12 years ago. Now, their head coach is determined to restore it.

Ousmane Dembele has defended his Ligue 1 Player of the Year award after starting just nine league matches to date for Paris Saint-Germain this season. The winger edged out Vitinha, Mason Greenwood and others for the prize, insisting he made his impact count whenever he was on the pitch.

Tottenham Hotspur missed a golden opportunity to pull away from the Premier League relegation zone after being held to a 1-1 draw by Leeds United. Following a game defined by spectacular goals and controversial VAR interventions, head coach Roberto De Zerbi suggested the officiating was influenced by the high-stakes nature of the survival battle.

Following El Clásico, Toni Kroos delivered a scathing assessment of his long-time club, Real Madrid.

Could BVB lose one of their star players this summer? Club officials are still holding out hope. Latest news and rumours surrounding Borussia Dortmund.

Who's hot? Who's not? GOAL ranks each of the current 16 National Women's Soccer League teams.

Bournemouth teenager Rayan has described his first experience with the Brazilian national team as a dream come true, revealing how senior figures like Casemiro and Vinícius Júnior welcomed him into the fold. As Carlo Ancelotti prepares to announce his final 26-man World Cup squad on May 18, the former Vasco da Gama forward remains hopeful that his brief cameo in March was enough to secure a seat on the plane to North America.

Dick Advocaat has performed a dramatic U-turn by agreeing to return as head coach of Curacao just months after stepping down. The veteran tactician is now set to lead the Caribbean nation into their first-ever World Cup appearance this summer.

Joao Cancelo has sensationally hit out at Al-Hilal, accusing the Saudi Pro League side of failing to keep their promises during his brief stint in the Middle East. The Portuguese full-back, fresh off winning the Spanish league title with Barcelona, claims he was misled regarding his squad status before making the move back to Europe.

There are questions to be asked about the USMNT, and plenty of storylines from top South American teams with the tournament looming.

Lamine Yamal couldn't resist taking a dig at Jude Bellingham during Barcelona's Clásico victory over Real Madrid.

Santos are facing a catastrophic financial crisis that could see high-profile stars leave the club for absolutely nothing. A significant backlog in payments has reached a breaking point, leaving the Brazilian giants vulnerable to legal action from their biggest assets.

Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has submitted his provisional 55-man squad for the 2026 World Cup to FIFA, offering a massive hint regarding the fitness and standing of several key Selecao stars. While the return of Neymar provides a morale boost, the Brazilian Football Federation (CBF) has simultaneously delivered a blow to the injured Estevao Willian, who was left omitted from the list.

Tottenham threw away two huge points in their fight for Premier League survival as they were held to a 1-1 draw by already-safe Leeds on Monday night. Spurs looked on course for a crucial victory when Mathys Tel fired home an unstoppable strike shortly after half-time, but the Frenchman turned villain when he conceded a needless penalty to gift the visitors a route back into the game with 20 minutes to play, and Roberto De Zerbi's side were unable to find a winner.

Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany has decided to reward his squad with a period of unexpected rest following a grueling run of fixtures across three competitions. The Belgian tactician has granted Harry Kane and his team-mates three days of special leave to recharge both physically and mentally before they embark on their final push for a domestic double.

Napoli have been dealt a major blow just before the penultimate match of the Serie A season, with Kevin De Bruyne ruled out of action. The Belgian playmaker was a surprise omission from the squad for the Monday night clash against Bologna after a training ground accident.

U.S. Men's National Team midfielder Johnny Cardoso faces an extended spell on the sidelines after suffering an ankle injury that will require surgery, Atletico Madrid announced on Monday. The injury is expected to keep the midfielder out of the USMNT's World Cup squad, which is set to be announced on May 26.

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone has showered praise on newly crowned La Liga champions Barcelona, labelling them the world's best side. Speaking ahead of Atletico's clash with Osasuna, the Argentine coach expressed immense pride in his own team's achievements this season, marvelling at the fact that they managed to eliminate the high-flying Catalans from two different competitions.

GOAL breaks down what players and situations will be a bit concerning on the road to the World Cup.

Bayern Munich is deeply concerned about the mental well-being of Alphonso Davies after the defender suffered yet another injury setback that has ended his domestic season. The Canadian international is now facing a race against time to be fit for the upcoming World Cup, leaving both club and country sweating on his recovery.

Rio Ferdinand has made a bold prediction for the Champions League final, backing Arsenal to overcome Paris Saint-Germain at the Puskas Arena. Despite admitting the French giants are a superior technical side, the Manchester United legend believes Mikel Arteta has a secret weapon that will prove decisive.

Barcelona secured the La Liga title with a 2-0 Clasico win over Real Madrid, but it was Lamine Yamal who stole the spotlight after reigniting his feud with Jude Bellingham on social media.

Manchester City are ready to flex their financial muscle to secure the services of German sensation Kennet Eichhorn. Pep Guardiola has identified the record-breaking teenager as a priority target with a unique development path already mapped out.

With exactly one month to go before the World Cup kicks off, Germany's opening opponents, Curaçao, have appointed a new manager.

Half of Europe is queuing up for Hertha's midfield gem, Kennet Eichhorn. A move by a top club could throw a spanner in the works for Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund.