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‘You never know’ - Haaland's dad gives Real Madrid transfer hope

Erling Haaland’s future is once again the talk of the footballing world after his father, Alf-Inge, dropped a massive hint regarding a potential move to Real Madrid. Despite the striker being firmly established as Manchester City’s talisman, the lure of the Bernabeu remains a persistent shadow over his long-term stay in the Premier League.

‘It’s over’ - Tearful Neymar announces international retirement

The final act of Neymar’s international career has been written in tears as the legendary forward announced his retirement from Brazil duty. Following a shock World Cup exit at the hands of Norway, the Selecao’s greatest ever goalscorer confirmed he will no longer represent his country.

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World Cup Golden Boot standings: Mbappe, Haaland & Messi top chart

The 2026 World Cup is well underway and so is the race for the prestigious Golden Boot - the award given to the tournament's top scorer. There's a long and winding road to be navigated as 48 nations battle for the top prize, but which star will take home the illustrious award? Here, GOAL tracks the tournament's most prolific stars.

Haaland sends Brazil home after Bruno's pitiful penalty

Brazil's wait to win their sixth World Cup will stretch to 28 years after they were eliminated from the 2026 tournament by Norway on Saturday. Erling Haaland's late double secured a 2-1 win for the Scandinavians, who took advantage of Bruno Guimaraes missing an early penalty to win through to the quarter-finals for the first time.

'Big high five, we've got 5 World Cups': Brazil fans troll Argentina

A friendly high five came with a not-so-friendly reminder: Brazil's fans know exactly how many stars are on their shirt.

‘Anti-Haaland plan’? How Brazil intend to stop Norway striker

Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has dismissed suggestions that his side have developed a specific 'anti-Erling Haaland' tactical blueprint ahead of their World Cup knockout clash. The Selecao are looking to secure a place in the quarter-finals as they prepare for a high-stakes showdown with Norway in New Jersey.