Former West Ham and Sunderland defender Anton Ferdinand joins Adebayo Akinfenwa on the latest episode of the Beast Mode On Podcast. The 41-year-old discusses his journey through professional football and the experiences that shaped him both on and off the pitch. From coming through the ranks with the Hammers and establishing himself in the Premier League, Ferdinand reflects on the highs and challenges of life at the highest level of the game.

Fans from PSG and Arsenal join the Front Three team in Budapest to play a Battle Royale game of epic proportions! Will Jules and Ali come out on top for the Ligue 1 champions or will it be Juwon and DSK who win the day for the Gunners? Find out by watching the video above

From building AFTV into one of the biggest football platforms in the world to changing the way fans consume football media forever, Robbie Lyle joins the Beast Mode On Podcast for an honest conversation about Arsenal, criticism, viral moments and the reality behind football fan culture.

US Women's National Team and Chelsea defender Naomi Girma sat down with the Soccer Girl Podcast to discuss the pressures of elite football, the evolution of the women's game and the deeply personal motivation behind her mental health advocacy.

Cole Palmer appears to have given his seal of approval to Chelsea’s pursuit of former Arsenal star Granit Xhaka, as new manager Xabi Alonso looks to reshape his midfield. The Blues are reportedly in discussions to bring the Switzerland international back to London from Sunderland in a move that would prioritise experience over youth.

Chelsea right-back Malo Gusto has reportedly agreed personal terms to join Manchester City this summer, setting his sights on a reunion with former manager Enzo Maresca. The France international has given the green light to the move, which leaves City needing only to agree on a final fee with Chelsea.

Major League Soccer is set to welcome another global icon as Robert Lewandowski has reached an agreement to join the Chicago Fire. The legendary Polish striker is in line for a free transfer to the United States following the conclusion of his trophy-laden spell with Barcelona.

Yan Diomande has reportedly decided to join Paris Saint-Germain if he leaves RB Leipzig this summer, dealing a massive blow to Liverpool. The talented winger believes a move to the French giants will offer him the best platform to win major trophies and achieve his ultimate dream of securing the Ballon d'Or in the future.

Manchester United starlet Kai Rooney has sent a clear message to his followers as he prepares to return to action following a frustrating period on the sidelines. The teenage sensation took to Instagram to share vibrant holiday snaps, proving he has been working tirelessly on his fitness while recharging his batteries.

Manchester City are preparing for life after Pep Guardiola, but the shadow of 115 Premier League charges continues to loom large over the Etihad Stadium. As the legendary Catalan coach calls time on his trophy-laden decade in England, questions are being asked about whether the looming verdict on the club’s financial conduct played a part in his decision to walk away.

Chelsea have suffered a significant blow in their summer transfer plans after Sunderland swiftly rejected an opening bid for Granit Xhaka. The Blues reportedly submitted an offer to reunite the midfielder with new manager Xabi Alonso, but Sunderland have deemed it "unacceptable" and insisted that he is not for sale under any circumstances.

Harry Maguire has backed Marcus Rashford to make a successful return to Manchester United this summer, but the defender insists two specific conditions must be met first. Rashford is currently representing England at the World Cup following a productive loan spell with Barcelona, who recently declined to trigger their option to sign him permanently.

Gil Mora, Obed Vargas and Mateo Chávez are leading Mexico's youth movement as Javier Aguirre builds a World Cup contender with one eye firmly on the future.

The group stage of the 2026 World Cup came to a dramatic conclusion on Saturday, as Austria scored a 96th-minute equaliser against Algeria to qualify for the knockout stage while simultaneously eliminating Iran, who had been set to progress as one of the tournament's third-placed finishers. Elsewhere, Lionel Messi came off the bench to help Argentina maintain their 100 percent winning record with a 3-1 victory over Jordan and, in doing so, the No.10 extended his record-breaking goals tally at the finals to 19.

The 2026 World Cup is underway as those still in contention fight it out for the universally coveted trophy. While the collective prize is the main objective for all competitors, some are already making their claim as the best player of the entire tournament. Lionel Messi is the current top candidate with all five of Argentina's goals, but Kylian Mbappe and Michael Olise are breathing down his neck.

The 2026 World Cup is underway and so is the race for the prestigious Golden Boot - the award given to the tournament's top scorer. There's a long road ahead as 48 nations battle for the top prize, but which star will take home the illustrious award? Here are GOAL's predicted candidates for the prize as we keep track of the tournament's most prolific stars

After strong starts to the tournament, Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe lead the way in the World Cup 2026 Golden Boot odds.

Lionel Messi won the last Golden Ball after leading Argentina to World Cup glory in 2022. Yet, betting value often lies with unexpected contenders.

The knockout rounds of the World Cup have arrived, and it’s the biggest we’ve ever seen, but which African team can navigate it successfully?

We’re into the World Cup knockouts. Three Netherlands vs Morocco predictions await as they clash on Tuesday, 30 June.