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Marseille confirm plans for new investment to rival PSG

The owner of Olympique de Marseille, Frank McCourt, has officially opened the door to the arrival of new financial partners at Stade Velodrome. In order to compete for titles, the American businessman believes that the club must be ready for a new phase of their economic development, with the hope of establishing themselves as a force in French football again.

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NXGN 2026: Top 50 teenage wonderkids in football

The annual NXGN lists are back for 2026, as GOAL ranks the world's top teenage talents in men's and women's football, crowning winners that will follow in the footsteps of the likes of Jude Bellingham, Rodrygo, Gianluigi Donnarumma and Vicky Lopez in being recognised as the best young footballers on the planet.

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Greenwood banned and set to miss crucial Ligue 1 clash

Mason Greenwood will serve a suspension in Ligue 1 after picking up his fifth domestic yellow card of the season in Marseille's 2-1 defeat to Lille on Sunday night. The English forward was angered after a strong challenge wiped him out, leading to a mass confrontation between the two sets of players. Greenwood was booked and had to be replaced in the 18th minute, with Marseille now worried about a potential injury.

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Marseille boss rages after Greenwood 'seriously injured' by tackle

Marseille manager Habib Beye has fiercely criticised the refereeing following his team's 2-1 home defeat to Lille. The OM boss was furious after English forward Mason Greenwood was forced off with an injury early in the match. Beye condemned a sequence of heavy challenges, specifically calling out Hakon Haraldsson for a violent push that he believes warranted a straight red card.

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🎥 | Brawl breaks out after Greenwood flattened & injured

Marseille’s high-stakes Ligue 1 clash with Lille descended into chaos early on Sunday as a brutal challenge on Mason Greenwood sparked a massive on-pitch brawl. The English forward was left incensed after being wiped out mid-counter, leading to a confrontation that saw players from both sides clash at the Stade Velodrome. Greenwood was also unable to continue and had to be replaced after the tackle.

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Greenwood decides next move as Marseille star eyes summer exit

Mason Greenwood is reportedly ready to end his time in France as he targets a high-profile move to Juventus this summer. The former Manchester United forward has enjoyed a clinical season with Marseille but is now looking to continue his career in Serie A. Greenwood has also decided to head to Italy after realising a return to the Premier League will not be possible.

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Atleti eye Greenwood transfer

Atletico Madrid are exploring a summer move for Marseille star Mason Greenwood as they prepare for a potential overhaul of their attacking options. Diego Simeone is reportedly keen on the forward, who previously excelled in La Liga during a loan spell with Getafe.

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Police report filed after alleged boardroom spat over Mason Greenwood

Questions of Mason Greenwood’s transfer from Manchester United formed part of an alleged boardroom argument at Marseille that led to a police report being filed. That is according to reports in France, with it being claimed that sporting director Medhi Benatia clashed with a member of the club’s senior leadership team - leading to a “heated confrontation” taking place.

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Brits Abroad: Trent & Rashford roasted by Spanish press

GOAL runs the rule over the British players earning a living away from their homeland, with plenty more stars deciding to leave their comfort zones in search of a better footballing life elsewhere. The Premier League is still obviously one of the world's most entertaining divisions and the Championship can prove fantastic for development, but there are more options out there.

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Greenwood facing Marseille exit after penalty snub

Mason Greenwood’s future at Marseille has been plunged into fresh doubt following a series of events that have left the English forward increasingly isolated at the Velodrome. Despite being a key figure in the club's attacking lineup since his move from Manchester United, reports suggest that a summer departure is now a very serious consideration for both the player and the club.

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Greenwood could end England hopes for WC chance with Jamaica

Mason Greenwood may yet bring his hopes of earning an England recall to a close by pledging allegiance to Jamaica at the 2026 World Cup, admits a man that once trod a similar path. Frank Sinclair joined the Reggae Boyz ranks for a major tournament adventure in 1998 and has told GOAL why a forward starring at Marseille could take a similar decision.

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Brits Abroad: Kane smashes more records in Klassiker win

GOAL runs the rule over the British players earning a living away from their homeland, with plenty more stars deciding to leave their comfort zones in search of a better footballing life elsewhere. The Premier League is still obviously one of the world's most entertaining divisions and the Championship can prove fantastic for development, but there are more options out there.

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Endrick stars again but Aubameyang masterclass steals the show

The Endrick show continues to captivate Ligue 1, but even a masterclass from the Real Madrid loanee wasn't enough to stop a resurgent Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang from snatching the headlines. In a pulsating clash at the Stade Velodrome, the Brazilian starlet showcased exactly why Los Blancos were so desperate to secure his signature, providing a pair of sublime assists. However, the night ultimately belonged to the veteran Aubameyang, whose late brace turned the game on its head to secure a 3-2 victory for Marseille.

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Dortmund in talks for ex-Bayern star Pavard

Borussia Dortmund are reportedly closing in on a major defensive reinforcement with a familiar face. BVB are in advanced negotiations to secure the signature of 29-year-old French international Benjamin Pavard, a player who boasts an extensive and successful history in the Bundesliga with both Stuttgart and Dortmund's arch-rivals, Bayern Munich. The move represents a significant statement of intent from the Signal Iduna Park outfit as they look to bolster their backline with elite European experience.

Frequently asked questions

The story behind the birth of Liverpool as we know it today is quite interesting. Originally, it was Liverpool's Merseyside rivals Everton who would play their games at Anfield. However, after Everton decided to play their games elsewhere following a dispute in March 1892, John Houlding, the owner of Anfield at the time, decided to form his own club called Liverpool F.C.

Fenway Sports Group (FSG), an American multinational sports holding conglomerate, is the owner of Liverpool. FSG purchased the club in 2010 through subsidiaries N.E.S.V.I, LLC and the UK-based UKSV Holdings Company Limited.

Liverpool are playing their home games at the illustrious Anfield Stadium, which was built in 1884 and has since undergone several renovations, the latest being completed in 2024.

Anfield has a capacity of 61,276, with the renovation of the Anfield Road Stand in the latter half of the 2023-24 campaign taking the stadium's capacity past the 60,000-mark.

Liverpool have won a stellar 67 trophies throughout their history, which includes six Champions Leagues, 19 top-flight titles, and six FA Cups.

Liverpool are the second-most successful English side in terms of top flight titles with 19, just one shy of Manchester United. Their previous league glory came in the 2019-20 season, which remains their only league title till date in the Premier League era.

Former English midfielder Ian Callaghan made 857 appearances for the Reds. He is the only player in Liverpool history to have made over 800 appearances for the club.

Liverpool icon Ian Rush is the club's all-time top goalscorer, finding the back of the net 346 times in 660 games.

Luis Suarez, Ian Rush, Mohamed Salah, Steven Gerrard, Xabi Alonso, James Milner, Fernando Torres, and Michael Owen are among the most popular players to have donned the Liverpool jersey.

Brendan Rodgers, Bill Shankly, Jurgen Klopp, Kenny Dalglish, Rafael Benitez, and Gerard Houllier are some of the most prominent managers to have been at the helm for Liverpool.

Liverpool are famously known as The Reds. The media as well as the club's supporters coined the term during the 1965-66 season, when the team first wore an all-red attire for the games.