Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus has opened up on Cristiano Ronaldo's decision to retire from international football, revealing he had no prior knowledge of the announcement. Addressing media speculation, Jesus denied any friction with the 41-year-old icon while urging the nation to focus on the future.
Raul Jimenez’s injury blow is “gutting” for the player and Wolves, Matt Jarvis has told GOAL, as the Mexican striker has “still got bundles” and should be tearing up the Championship when fully fit. That may not be the case again until January, with the experienced frontman being forced to undergo surgery on a knee problem that has him stuck on the sidelines.
Denmark head coach Brian Riemer has opened up on the difficult decision to omit Barcelona defender Andreas Christensen from his latest squad for the upcoming Nations League fixtures. The center-back remains sidelined with a persistent thigh issue, leaving the national team to look elsewhere for defensive stability.
Jose Mourinho insists he is not worried by the upcoming international break despite Real Madrid prepare to face Valencia in Liga. The Portuguese manager is instead fully focused on the threat posed by a fresh and determined Valencia side at Mestalla.
Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus has announced his 28-man squad for the final UEFA Nations League group matches against Denmark and Wales. The selection features seven new faces and absolute debuts for FC Porto right-back Alberto Costa and Monza in-form forward Gustavo Varela.
Replacing Ballon d’Or and World Cup winner Rodri was always going to be a thankless task for Manchester City, but Micah Richards has explained to GOAL how £116 million ($155m) midfielder Elliot Anderson has set about aiding that process. The classy England international has settled quickly at the Etihad Stadium, silencing any early doubters in the process.
Fulham head coach Alvaro Arbeloa has hailed Josh King as the "pride" of the club after the teenage midfielder was handed a shock maiden call-up to the England senior squad. The 19-year-old academy graduate has been selected by Thomas Tuchel for upcoming Nations League fixtures against Croatia and Spain, marking a historic rise for the Craven Cottage starlet.
Germany head coach Jurgen Klopp has praised his core midfield trio of Joshua Kimmich, Aleksandar Pavlovic, and Tom Bischof. Despite navigating a challenging period with Bayern Munich, Klopp insisted the 'Bayern block' has delivered exceptional performances for the national team.
Jose Mourinho has offered a hilariously blunt assessment of the upcoming Liga clash between Atletico Madrid and Barcelona. The Real Madrid boss admitted he would ideally prefer both of his title rivals to lose this weekend as he prepares his side for a tough trip to Valencia.
Thomas Tuchel has sent shockwaves through the England camp by handing a maiden senior call-up to Jobe Bellingham for the upcoming Nations League fixtures. The Borussia Dortmund starlet joins his brother Jude in a squad that notably lacks Chelsea talisman Cole Palmer, as the German head coach begins to stamp his authority on the Three Lions' selection process.
Aaron Danks has opened up on his unexpected stint as Bayern Munich's acting head coach following Vincent Kompany's recent health scare. The English assistant remains unbeaten since taking charge but admits he is desperately looking forward to the upcoming international break.
