Materazzi willing to talk with Zidane for first time since World Cup headbuttMarco Materazzi says he's "no longer looking for an apology" from Zinedine Zidane for the headbutt that overshadowed the 2006 World Cup final.Z. ZidaneFrance
Tuchel warned 'predictable' Kane 'can become a problem' for EnglandFormer Premier League striker Chris Sutton has explained why Thomas Tuchel should bank on Ollie Watkins over Harry Kane to spearhead England's attack.H. KaneEngland
Ronaldo brutally told Messi wins GOAT debate 'by far'Cristiano Ronaldo has been told why Lionel Messi wins the GOAT debate “by far”, with Angel Di Maria explaining what makes Argentine icon “the best”.L. MessiC. Ronaldo
Carsley backs Tuchel to win World Cup with EnglandLee Carsley believes England have "all the tools" to win the 2026 World Cup under incoming manager Thomas Tuchel.T. TuchelEngland
Kane has no plans to retire from England duty after World CupHarry Kane says he has no plans to retire from England duty after the 2026 World Cup and insists he's playing at his "highest ever level".H. KaneEngland
Kane's class - but England need new No.9 to lead World Cup bidThe Three Lions captain is still a shining example to the younger generation, but the new manager shouldn't be building his team around himOpinionEngland
Is 1,000 goals realistic? Ex-CR7 rival says he’ll ‘get there’John Terry, a former Premier League rival of Cristiano Ronaldo, says the Portuguese GOAT is “going to get there” in his pursuit of 1,000 career goals.C. RonaldoSaudi Pro League
‘Like if Argentina turned on Messi’ – Could Mbappe retire?The “strange” saga surrounding Kylian Mbappe and the France squad is, according to Louis Saha, “like if Argentina turned on Lionel Messi”.K. MbappeFrance
Mac Allister 'sued by ex-girlfriend' following post-WC win splitAlexis Mac Allister is being “sued by his ex-girlfriend”, with the Liverpool star reportedly splitting with Camila Mayan days after his World Cup win.A. Mac AllisterLiverpool
Neymar given ‘perfect World Cup preparation’ transfer adviceNeymar has been given “perfect preparation” transfer advice ahead of the 2026 World Cup, as he generates Al-Hilal, Inter Miami and Santos rumours.NeymarSaudi Pro League
‘Many things you don’t know’ - Ronaldo's secrets revealedBruno Fernandes and Bernardo Silva say there are “many things you don’t know” about Cristiano Ronaldo, with certain secrets being revealed.C. RonaldoPortugal
Portuguese GOAT Ronaldo still has ‘a lot to conquer’Cristiano Ronaldo has delivered another hint that retirement remains some way off for him, with the Portuguese GOAT still having “a lot to conquer”.C. RonaldoSaudi Pro League
Lineker quits Match of the Day and BBC after 25 years on flagship showEngland legend Gary Lineker will leave his role as Match of the Day presenter in 2025 and then will depart the BBC entirely the year after.Premier LeagueEngland
‘Can't think long term’ – Ronaldo admits he may not reach 1,000 goalsCristiano Ronaldo admits that he may not be able to hit his ambitious 1,000-goal target, with the Portuguese no longer able to “think long term”.C. RonaldoPortugal
Top 25 goalkeepers of the 21st century - rankedGOAL counts down the finest shot-stoppers of the past 25 years, including Gigi Buffon, Manuel Neuer and Iker CasillasOpinionG. Buffon
How Trump could take centre stage at 2026 World CupPresident-elect Donald Trump could take centre stage at the 2026 World Cup in North America following his election win.USACanada
Messi will make another World Cup aged 39 'if he wants to'Sergio Aguero says fellow Argentine Lionel Messi will make the 2026 World Cup, during which he will turn 39, "if he wants to".L. MessiArgentina
Ronaldo will 'of course be at 2026 World Cup'Portugal star Vitinha says team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo will be at the 2026 World Cup as he is "not going to give up" despite widespread criticism.C. RonaldoPortugal
Every Ballon d'Or winner of the 21st century - rankedGOAL runs through every edition of the Golden Ball since 2000, outlining which players were most worthy winners - and who was robbedOpinionBallon d'Or
Vinicius & the biggest Ballon d'Or robberies - rankedFootball's most prestigious individual award should go to the world's best player in any given year, but that is not always the case...OpinionBallon d'Or
Ballon d'Or chief suggests CR7 'very upset' with award rulingBallon d’Or chief Vincent Garcia has suggested that Cristiano Ronaldo, who now abstains from voting, is among those “very upset” with award rulings.C. RonaldoL. Messi
'Come on!' - Guardiola breaks silence on England hiring Tuchel Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has urged England supporters to get behind Thomas Tuchel after the German was hired to replace Gareth Southgate.EnglandP. Guardiola
'Sad indictment' - Wrexham boss upset by Tuchel's England appointmentWrexham boss Phil Parkinson believes the FA should have hired an English manager, calling Thomas Tuchel’s appointment a “sad indictment”.EnglandT. Tuchel
‘Have to rep Kane at Wembley!’ - England striker gets NFL nodNFL action is back at the home of English football, with the New England Patriots and Christian Gonzalez having to “rep Harry Kane at Wembley”.H. KaneEngland
Walker defends Tuchel amid plea for England placeThree Lions star Kyle Walker has defended England's hiring of Thomas Tuchel after the FA received criticism for appointing a foreign manager.EnglandK. Walker
'I'm surprised' – Rooney confused by England’s Tuchel callWayne Rooney admits to being left "surprised" by the Football Association’s decision to appoint Thomas Tuchel as the new England manager.W. RooneyEngland
FMF prepping for World Cup, hoping to 'revitalize LIGA MX'FMF exec Ivar Sisniega says federation using the next two years to prepare stadiums, fans and cities for the global eventMexicoLiga MX
England boss Tuchel warned not to 'erode' Southgate's good workNew England boss Thomas Tuchel has been told not to "erode" Gareth Southgate's good work & that the role is more than just trying to win a World Cup.T. TuchelEngland
'I cried every day' - Lukaku opens up on horror periodNapoli striker Romelu Lukaku has admitted that he ‘cried every day’ after Belgium’s elimination from the 2022 World Cup.R. LukakuSSC Napoli
Tuchel explains delayed start as England managerThomas Tuchel has signed on as the England head coach, but he won't be joining until the start of 2025.EnglandT. Tuchel
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