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Real Betis winger Antony has denied disrespecting his club after being filmed kicking equipment and appearing to cry on the bench. The Brazilian issued a statement following his angry reaction to being substituted during the defeat to Alaves, insisting the images reflected "competitiveness" rather than petulance as he sought to clarify the incident.

Manchester United have been advised to brace themselves for intervention from Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis if supposed transfer interest in England international midfielder Elliot Anderson is formalised. He is said to be registering on the Red Devils’ radar, but Teddy Sheringham has told GOAL why a big-money deal will be far from straightforward.

Russell Martin has emerged as the leading candidate to take the reins at Leicester City following his departure from Rangers earlier this season. The 40-year-old is understood to be keen on the vacancy at the King Power Stadium as the club seeks a replacement for Marti Cifuentes, with the hierarchy viewing his previous promotion experience as the ideal solution to their current Championship struggles.

Cristiano Ronaldo has sent a loved-up message to fiancee Georgina Rodriguez on the occasion of her 32nd birthday. The Argentine-Spanish influencer and entrepreneur has been back in the United States paying another visit to the White House. She was not joined by her partner on this occasion, with Portuguese superstar CR7 busy doing his day job in Saudi Arabia.

Manchester United have been dealt a severe injury blow with the news that in-form winger Patrick Dorgu is set to miss approximately 10 weeks of action. The Denmark international, who scored a stunning goal during Sunday’s victory over Arsenal, sustained a significant hamstring problem that will rule him out of a crucial run of fixtures as the Red Devils look to maintain their revival under interim boss Michael Carrick.

The 442oons crew look back at Manchester United's incredible 3-2 win at Premier League table-toppers Arsenal, presenting highlights from the blockbuster clash to the tune of 'Ten Green Bottles'. Could the loss to the Red Devils derail the Gunners' hopes of landing the title? Let us know in the comments below!

Alan Shearer has launched a scathing attack on former Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim, labelling the Portuguese coach "arrogant" for his refusal to adapt his tactics at Old Trafford. The Newcastle legend believes Michael Carrick's stunning start to life in the dugout highlights the failures of his predecessor, who was sacked earlier this month after refusing to abandon his back-three system despite poor results.

Wrexham have received a huge cash injection from Hollywood co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac ahead of the January transfer deadline. A further £48 million ($66m) is being pumped into the Championship club. That should allow manager Phil Parkinson to bolster his ranks before the latest window shuts, with the Red Dragons reported to be in the market for a new striker and a couple of wing-backs.

Liverpool have been warned that allowing Brazilian goalkeeper Alisson to leave Anfield would be a huge mistake. Former Reds custodian Brad Friedel has told GOAL why the South American shot-stopper would take years to replace - with Manchester United being used as an example of why “every ounce” must be squeezed out of reliable No.1s.

Gary Lineker has dropped a major hint that Arsenal could land Julian Alvarez this summer, revealing that the striker is unhappy at Atletico Madrid. The former Match of the Day host believes the World Cup winner would be a "game over" signing for Mikel Arteta’s side, who are desperate for firepower after seeing their title bid falter due to a lack of goals from their current crop of forwards.

Manchester United face a major battle to keep captain Bruno Fernandes this summer as the midfielder demands a massive pay rise to £400,000-a-week to stay at Old Trafford. The 31-year-old has become disillusioned with how the club is run and will wait to see who replaces interim boss Michael Carrick before deciding his future, with Casemiro's exit potentially funding the new contract.

Fermin Lopez would love to see Lionel Messi welcomed back to Barcelona, even if that means dropping down to the bench. The 22-year-old has become one of the Blaugrana’s most consistent performers this season, but he would happily give up a playmaking post at Camp Nou if an eight-time Ballon d’Or winner could be returned to Catalunya for an emotional farewell tour.

Mamadou Niang has disclosed the crucial conversation he had with Sadio Mane that prevented the Africa Cup of Nations final from descending into chaos. The former Marseille striker intervened as the Lions of Teranga walked off the pitch in protest at a late penalty decision, urging his compatriot to ensure the team finished the game "like men" before their eventual dramatic victory.

Aaron Anselmino has been filmed breaking down in tears as he bid an emotional farewell to his Borussia Dortmund team-mates following Chelsea's decision to cut his loan spell short. The 20-year-old defender was visibly distraught in footage released by the German club, hugging colleagues like Fabio Silva before returning to London to join up with Liam Rosenior’s squad.

Sir David Beckham and his wife Victoria have made a first public appearance since being on the receiving end of a shock outburst from their eldest son, Brooklyn. The Beckhams - with their other children Romeo, Cruz and Harper in tow - have attended Paris Fashion Week, with former Spice Girls star Victoria picking up a prestigious award at that event.

Pep Guardiola has a long history of memorable press conference outbursts but the Manchester City coach remains very hard to predict. After a defeat or disappointing draw, the Catalan often deflates the situation by keeping his cool in front of the media. And yet he has a habit of unleashing fury after a routine win - which is precisely what happened after City's victory over Wolves on Saturday.

Real Madrid have officially secured the future of one of their brightest academy prospects after Enzo Alves penned his first professional contract with the club on Monday. The 16-year-old striker, who is the son of club legend Marcelo, has already made waves at Valdebebas with a prolific goalscoring record and has now committed his long-term future to the Spanish giants in a deal that includes a significant release clause to ward off interest from European rivals.

Cristiano Ronaldo has been told that he “needs to retire” after indulging in “cringe” trolling of rival defenders during Al-Nassr’s latest Saudi Pro League fixture. A 1-0 victory over Al-Taawoun was secured in that contest, but CR7 was unable to find the back of the net. The Portuguese GOAT did, however, clash with opponents on a regular basis over the course of 90 minutes.

The final round of league phase fixtures in the 2025-26 Champions League is finally upon us, and it promises to be the most dramatic yet. Only table toppers Arsenal and Bayern Munich have already secured automatic qualification for the round of 16, with the former boasting a 100 percent record through their first seven games, while just four clubs have been eliminated so far: Eintracht Frankfurt, Slavia Prague, Villarreal and Kairat.

Asked what was going through his head when he picked the ball up before snatching victory for Manchester United at Arsenal, Matheus Cunha didn't beat around the bush: "I think 'I need to score'." Cunha had received the ball with his back to goal, more than 30 yards out and against the best defence and goalkeeper in the Premier League. But he had only one thing on his mind.

This is Legacy, GOAL’s podcast following the road to the 2026 World Cup. Every week, we dive into the stories and legacies that shaped football’s greatest nations. Today we look at how one of the game’s most iconic players lost the love of his people, became the most hated man in the land and then won back their hearts in a way only he could. This is the story of David Beckham's rise and fall after England’s dramatic elimination from the 1998 FIFA World Cup...

Former Tottenham chairman Lord Alan Sugar has unleashed a scathing attack on his old club, declaring that he would fire the "whole bloody team" if he could. The Apprentice star branded the current squad "useless" as they languish in 14th place under Thomas Frank, and has urged billionaire owner Joe Lewis to finally splash "real money" on elite talent following the significant departure of Daniel Levy.

A positive update has been delivered on Neymar’s recovery from knee surgery, with a return date for the Brazil international said to be “coming soon”. The 33-year-old was forced under the knife after playing through pain towards the end of the 2025 campaign. He has committed to a one-year contract extension at Santos and is hoping to be back in action shortly.

U.S. men’s national team fullback Alex Freeman is reportedly set to sign with Villarreal, with the Spanish side prepared to pay up to $7 million to Orlando City. The move would cap a breakout 2025 in which Freeman’s form saw him rise from MLS prospect to USMNT regular and emerging World Cup hopeful, while also drawing sustained European interest.

GOAL breaks down five key storylines to watch as Emma Hayes’ squad closes January camp, with debuts, leadership roles, and roster spots still up for grabs.

Women's Super League side London City Lionesses have been tipped to complete the 'landmark' signing of Barcelona star Alexia Putellas this month. The 31-year-old has enjoyed a trophy-laden spell with Barcelona since joining the Spanish giants from Levante in 2012, which includes the Primera Division nine times and the Champions League three times.

Cristiano Ronaldo helped Al-Nassr to a 1-0 win over Al-Taawoun on Monday that boosts their title hopes. The result leaves Ronaldo's side just five points behind league leaders Al-Hilal after 17 games played. Ronaldo also had a message for his team-mates after the game as he aims to win the league title for the first time since making the move to the Middle East.

Major League Soccer is formalizing its approach to prediction markets through a new multi-year partnership with Polymarket, a deal that combines fan engagement ambitions with tighter league oversight. Soccer United Marketing, the league’s commercial arm, announced the agreement Monday, naming Polymarket an official partner of MLS and Leagues Cup in the United States.

Memphis Depay is looking to leave Brazilian giants Corinthians this month. The Dutchman secured a switch to the Brasileirao outfit in September 2024 following an 18-month spell with Spanish outfit Atletico Madrid. And having spent the last year-and-a-half with the Sao Paulo based powerhouse, the Dutch striker is keen to leave the South American side.