Schalke midfielder Soufiane El-Faouzi has ended speculation regarding his international allegiance after being selected in Morocco's latest competitive squad. The 24-year-old was strongly tipped for a surprise call-up to Jurgen Klopp's new-look Germany setup, but has opted to pledge his long-term future to the Atlas Lions ahead of upcoming qualifiers.
New Belgium head coach Mark van Bommel has named a 28-player squad for their upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures against Italy, France, and Türkiye. The selection retains Youri Tielemans as captain while featuring key stars Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku.
New Netherlands head coach Xavi Hernandez has named a 26-man squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures. The selection features debut call-ups for PSV winger Ruben van Bommel and Feyenoord midfielder Gjivai Zechiel as Oranje prepare to report to Zeist on Monday.
Zinedine Zidane has imposed a strict media lockdown for his first training camp as France manager at Clairefontaine. The former Real Madrid boss aims to scrap the traditional player arrival fashion shows and restore total focus on football.
Adam Wharton believes Crystal Palace took a significant stride in reviving their campaign following a dominant 4-0 Europa League win over Lech Poznan. After struggling domestically under new manager Pierre Sage, the midfielder praised his team's clinical display at Selhurst Park, insisting the squad are beginning to click with new tactical demands.
England manager Thomas Tuchel has taken a bold step towards reshaping the Three Lions after their World Cup disappointment, naming a squad filled with both high-profile returns and fresh faces. The German tactician has chosen to look past several established names as he prepares for a demanding run of Nations League fixtures.
Josh King continues to attract plenty of admiring glances, with former Fulham striker Bobby Zamora admitting to GOAL that “who does he go to” has become the biggest question when it comes to the talented teenager. Wonderkid status has been established in west London, on the back of a senior breakthrough, and leading clubs from across Europe are already said to be queuing up.
These comments are certainly surprising! Borussia Dortmund president Hans-Joachim Watzke has revealed that he would have liked to appoint Thomas Tuchel as Germany coach. However, not this summer, but four years ago after the 2022 World Cup.
Bournemouth head coach Marco Rose heaped praise on his players after marking the club's major European debut with a stunning 2-1 away victory against Real Sociedad. Early strikes set the foundation for a milestone night in the Basque country, with the German manager hailing the intensity displayed during an unforgettable Europa League performance.
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe has hit back at claims that he is merely a goalscorer who fails to lift his team to collective silverware. Speaking after a top-scoring campaign ended without trophies, the France captain insisted he remains open to constructive criticism despite the noise.
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has opened up on the tactical gamble that saw teenage sensation Floyd Samba inspire a dominant Carabao Cup victory. The 17-year-old marked his senior bow with two clinical goals as the Premier League champions brushed aside Norwich City to secure their place in the last 16.
Atletico Madrid goalkeeper Jan Oblak has firmly backed Julian Alvarez amid lingering supporter anger over the striker's collapsed summer move to Barcelona. Speaking ahead of the Madrid derby, the club captain stressed that the dressing room has moved past the transfer saga, insisting his team-mate remains fully committed to delivering success on the pitch.
Marcus Rashford has been absorbed back into the fold at Manchester United, but will he still be at Old Trafford in 12 months’ time? Fellow Red Devils academy graduate Danny Simpson has explained to GOAL two scenarios that could play out - with it yet to be determined whether the flying forward will embrace one fresh start or seek out another in different surroundings.
