Gakpo explains what was different about Messi at World Cup 2022Dutch forward Cody Gakpo has explained what it was like taking on Lionel Messi and Argentina at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.L. MessiC. Gakpo
Greenwood update offered amid Jamaica allegiance switchMason Greenwood remains on course to switch international allegiance from England to Jamaica, but no date can be put on when that will happen.M. GreenwoodEngland
Pogba vows to try and bring Griezmann out of international retirementPaul Pogba has vowed to try and convince Antoine Griezmann to reverse his international retirement if he returns to the France national team.P. PogbaA. Griezmann
‘Wouldn’t come down to my level!’ - Rooney role ruled outDwight Yorke has ruled out Wayne Rooney joining his Trinidad coaching team, saying the Manchester United legend “wouldn’t come down to my level”.W. RooneyManchester United
‘Being number one’ - Pochettino outlines ambition for USMNTMauricio Pochettino has outlined his ambition for the USMNT, stating that it is his “objective” to make them the world’s best international side.USAM. Pochettino
Palmer lands 'six-figure' sum for Amazon Prime England docChelsea star Cole Palmer has reportedly agreed a deal that will see him star in an Amazon Prime documentary about England’s hottest prospects.C. PalmerEngland
World Cup at 16?! Wonderkid Sullivan reveals USMNT ‘dream’Teenage wonderkid Cavan Sullivan has revealed that it is his “dream” to represent the USMNT at the 2026 World Cup.C. SullivanUSA
'Very excited' Messi drops 2026 World Cup hintArgentina captain Lionel Messi dropped a 2026 World Cup hint after Inter Miami kicked off 2025 with a friendly win over Club America.L. MessiArgentina
Pochettino opens door for Messi's sons to represent USMNTMauricio Pochettino has left the door open for Lionel Messi’s sons to represent the USMNT, but admits they have the “Argentine blood” of their father.L. MessiUSA
Reyna, Turner, USMNT players who must move ahead of 2026GOAL looks at five key players who need a January move to secure a potential spot on the USMNT's 2026 World Cup rosterAnalysisUSA
‘Stay in America with Messi’ – Ronaldo MLS future predictionCristiano Ronaldo is being backed to stay “in America and play against Lionel Messi” after gracing the 2026 World Cup with Portugal.C. RonaldoL. Messi
Brazil told they 'have no chance' of winning World Cup without Neymar Brazil legend Romario believes the Selecao can only win World Cup 2026 if Neymar is fit and available for the tournament.NeymarBrazil
Evergreen Ronaldo told he's still 'best player in the world'Cristiano Ronaldo may be approaching his 40th birthday but he remains “the best player in the world”, according to ex-Portugal boss Fernando Santos.C. RonaldoSaudi Pro League
Fernandes suggests Ronaldo will play BEYOND 2026 World CupBruno Fernandes has suggested that Cristiano Ronaldo will play on beyond the 2026 World Cup, with Portugal determined to land him a global crown.C. RonaldoPortugal
U.S. Soccer wants to host 2031 Women's World Cup with MexicoFederation President Cindy Parlow Cone reiterated the desire to bring the tournament to the United States and Mexico in 2031USA
Will 2026 be the year? CR7 still 'dreams of winning World Cup'Joao Felix has revealed that Cristiano Ronaldo still “dreams of winning the World Cup”, with Portugal determined to land that prize in 2026.C. RonaldoPortugal
Best 100 football quiz questions, trivia and answersIf you're putting together a challenge for friends, your football team, or even a plain old pub quiz, GOAL has some great options to choose from.Premier League
Deschamps to announce France exit following World CupDidier Deschamps will step down as France manager as the legendary boss will announce his decision to leave at the end of the 2026 World Cup.D. DeschampsFrance
'My last shot!' - Neymar makes World Cup vow amid injury hellNeymar has vowed to "do everything I can" to make Brazil's squad for the 2026 World Cup having spent much of his time at Al-Hilal injured.NeymarAl Hilal
'I was caught in the middle' - Argentine reporter addresses Messi affair rumoursArgentine sports reporter Sofi Martinez has addressed the rumours suggesting that she has enjoyed a romantic relationship with Lionel Messi.L. MessiMajor League Soccer
Mourinho expresses desire to make 'incredible' move into national team managementJose Mourinho has expressed his desire to make an "incredible" move into national team management amid Fenerbahce's faltering title bid.J. MourinhoFenerbahce
Arise, Sir Gareth! Ex-England boss Southgate given knighthoodGareth Southgate has been awarded a knighthood for his services as England national team boss between 2016 and 2024.G. SouthgateEngland
Ronaldo's final career goals? Cristiano Jr figures in targetsCristiano Ronaldo still has a couple of career goals to chase down, according to Rene Meulensteen, with one of those involving his son Cristiano Jr.C. RonaldoSaudi Pro League
Martinez explains why ‘villain’ reputation is unfairEmi Martinez has explained why his “villain” reputation is unfair, with the Argentina and Aston Villa goalkeeper saying “many people do worse things”.E. MartinezPremier League
Martinez explains tattoo with nod to iconic World Cup final saveEmi Martinez has explained his epic 2022 World Cup tattoo, which includes a nod to his iconic final save from Randal Kolo Muani.E. MartinezArgentina
LeBron of soccer? Pulisic sees ‘funny’ side of GOAT comparisonUSMNT star Christian Pulisic can see the “funny” side of his “LeBron James of soccer” tag that continues to annoy supporters that miss the “joke”.C. PulisicUSA
Ronaldo's dream job? Only one vacancy – and it's not Man UtdThere is, according to Rene Meulensteen, only one managerial post that will hold obvious appeal to Cristiano Ronaldo – and it’s not Manchester United.C. RonaldoManchester United
‘I'll retire’ - Martinez reveals when he’d hang up glovesEmi Martinez has vowed to retire from international football in 2026 if he becomes a back-to-back World Cup winner with Argentina.E. MartinezArgentina
‘I won!’ - No Messi to deny Mbappe at scene of WC nightmareKylian Mbappe has a second trophy as a Real Madrid player, with there no Lionel Messi around to inflict more misery at Lusail Stadium in Qatar.K. MbappeReal Madrid
Messi poses with World Cup trophy on anniversary of triumphLionel Messi has celebrated the second anniversary of Argentina's 2022 World Cup triumph by posing with the trophy on Instagram.L. MessiArgentina
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