Adebayo Akinfenwa chats to PFA award winners Bruno Fernandes and Nico O'Reilly in a special episode of the Beast Mode On Podcast. Among many other engaging and revealing topics discussed, the Portugal international midfielder names the three Manchester United players that owe him most for his truckload of assists, while Manchester City and England full-back O'Reilly talks up Rio Ngumoha's ability and reveals his sights are firmly set on winning a historic quadruple this season.

Arsenal legend Sol Campbell joins Chad Ochocinco on The Late Run and holds nothing back, explaining why modern football is “too easy” and why no striker - not even prime Ronaldo Nazário - ever had his number.

Named after Didier Drogba and raised with a ball at his feet, U.S. soccer prospect Zavier Gozo joins The Late Run amid reports he is headed to Crystal Palace.

Emmy-winning sports personality Katie Nolan joins The Late Run and settles the GOAT debate before Ocho can even finish the question.

Lazio manager Gennaro Gattuso has explained why the Biancocelesti decided against signing free agent striker Mauro Icardi despite holding talks with the Argentine forward's camp. The former Inter Milan talisman is currently without a club following his summer exit from Galatasaray, but the capital side opted to respect their existing forward line.

Tyrell Malacia has officially embarked on a new chapter in Major League Soccer after ending his difficult, injury-plagued stint with Manchester United. The Dutch international left-back has secured a move to FC Cincinnati, looking to rebuild his career in the United States following his departure from the Premier League giants.

Arsenal and Manchester United have both set their sights on Bayer Leverkusen’s rising star Ibrahim Maza as they look to bolster their creative midfield options. The 20-year-old has enjoyed a meteoric rise in the Bundesliga, prompting a high-stakes transfer battle between the Premier League’s elite.

Bayern Munich are keeping a close eye on Florian Wirtz's situation at Liverpool as they brace for Michael Olise's potential departure. The German giants could offer the struggling playmaker an escape route, despite Andoni Iraola publicly defending his underwhelming start to the season.

Liam Rosenior found himself at the centre of a heated post-match confrontation after leading Paris FC to a 2-1 victory over his former employers Strasbourg. The English manager, who was sacked by Chelsea earlier this year, saw his wild celebrations spark a mass melee involving players and staff at the Stade Jean-Bouin.

Arsenal defender Ezri Konsa refused to offer excuses after suffering the first defeat of his Gunners career in a 3-0 loss at Brighton & Hove Albion. The defender insisted the squad must reflect and correct their mistakes during the international break.

Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has insisted he still supports the use of VAR despite a costly error in the recent Manchester derby defeat. A failure to spot Enzo Fernandez interfering with play allowed Erling Haaland's winner to stand, prompting a swift apology from refereeing body Pro Ref. However, Carrick has stressed that their words offer little comfort following a bitter 1-0 loss to Manchester City.

Thomas Tuchel has effectively slammed the door shut on Harry Maguire’s international career while issuing a stern defensive ultimatum to Trent Alexander-Arnold. The Three Lions boss has made several ruthless decisions in his latest squad selection, signalling a shift in culture as he prepares for the next tournament cycle after heartbreaking World Cup exit.

Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie are back to full fitness and seem poised to make their impact known in Serie A this weekend.

The USMNT could use Noahkai Banks. Germany offer no easy route to the top. But the defender's decision deserves more than a search for someone to blame.

GOAL breaks down the latest squad ahead of four upcoming friendlies

Cavan Sullivan leads a wave of fresh faces into USMNT camp, but has Mauricio Pochettino struck the right balance? GOAL’s writers debate his bold selections, notable omissions and what should count as success.

Three Manchester City vs Sunderland predictions for their Premier League fixture on Sunday afternoon, including value on the first goalscorer bet.

After six La Liga fixtures, Kylian Mbappe’s price doesn’t make him worth backing to be top scorer, but other valuable contenders have come forward.

Tottenham, Coventry, and Aston Villa can use the Villains’ last season recovery after a slow start in the Premier League as inspiration.

Lille, Monaco, and Rennes occupy Ligue 1’s top three spots for now, but underlying data suggests their luck is likely to eventually run out.