Adebayo Akinfenwa is joined by Everton midfielder Hayden Hackney on the Beast Mode On Podcast, with the 24-year-old midfielder opening up on his decision to leave Middlesbrough for the Toffees, his development under Michael Carrick and the crucial advice given to him by new manager David Moyes. Hackney also reveals why he's a fan of Mateo Kovacic, how he grew up idolising Cristiano Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney, what it was like being on the other side of the Southampton Spygate scandal and much more.

Get to the top of the table and avoid the relegation zone, it's that easy! Watch eight more fans go head-to-head as they aim to avoid the bottom two and make it all the way to the final round. This is episode two of The Climb!

In the latest episode of the Beast Mode On Podcast, Adebayo Akinfenwa is joined by Steven Gerrard at Virgil's Legacy Trophy to chat over Andoni Iraola's start to life as Liverpool manager and why it was imperative the club kept hold of Cody Gakpo. Reds legend Gerrard also opens up on the one attribute he'd have improved in his own game and how playing football in the streets was a key part of his journey to the very top.

Four Premier League fans bring their hot takes to the table as they aim to convince their rivals that they know ball. Watch Rory Jennings, Kofi B, Daniyal Khan and Rory Talks Football battle it out in The Rondo and decide who you're siding with!

Paris Saint-Germain are closely monitoring Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi as he makes his return from a long-term foot injury. The French side face stiff competition from a host of Premier League heavyweights, including Arsenal and Manchester United, who are all circling the talented youngster.

Arsenal have reportedly made contact with Real Madrid over a potential January transfer for Brazilian forward Endrick. The 20-year-old is struggling for regular minutes at the Santiago Bernabeu, and the Gunners are hoping to secure a loan deal that includes an option to buy.

Premier League sides Arsenal and Newcastle United are preparing to go head-to-head with German giants Bayern Munich in the race to sign Cruzeiro midfield prodigy Eduardo Pape. Despite yet making his senior debut in Brazil, the 17-year-old prospect has already caught the attention of elite European scouts with his mature displays at youth level.

Former Liverpool defender Glen Johnson has called on his old club to complete the permanent signing of on-loan Barcelona star Ronald Araujo following his impressive start to life at Anfield. The Merseyside outfit have a pre-agreed £47 million option to purchase the Uruguayan international at the end of the 2026-27 campaign.

Fabian Hurzeler has hailed the growing belief within his Brighton squad after the Seagulls secured a landmark 1-0 victory against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium. The result not only avenged their recent Carabao Cup exit but also solidified their position as genuine contenders at the top of the Premier League table.

Roberto De Zerbi singled out Sandro Tonali as "unbelievable" after Tottenham beat 10-man Crystal Palace 2-0 on Saturday evening to win three games in a row. The Spurs boss also hailed Luca Williams-Barnett as "a big, big talent" after handing the 18-year-old his Premier League debut, but admitted his side must be nastier if they want to chase perfection.

Pierre Sage's future at Crystal Palace is hanging by a thread after Jean-Philippe Mateta's 13th-minute red card paved the way for a 2-0 defeat at Tottenham. Archie Gray and Jan Paul van Hecke both headed home as Roberto De Zerbi's side won three games in a row for the first time in 616 days, while Palace slipped into the Premier League's bottom three.

Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has issued a stern warning to his players, demanding an end to the "silly goals" that have derailed their flawless start to the Premier League season. The Italian coach expressed his frustration after individual defensive lapses proved fatal for the second time in a week.

The Swede endured a nightmare debut season at Anfield but he's once again looking like one of the most dangerous centre-forwards in the Premier League

The forward is a cult hero at many of his former clubs, but is reviled by many Italians because of his fascination with Benito Mussolini

From the race for MLS Cup to the league’s rising stars and 2027 Sprint Season, GOAL’s writers break down the biggest storylines.

Christian Pulisic eyes a derby win over Inter, Weston McKennie needs a Juventus response, and Tyler Adams puts Bournemouth's winning streak on the line against Brenden Aaronson's Leeds.

Our expert shares the best Bayer Leverkusen vs Stuttgart predictions, with Stuttgart only outside the relegation places by virtue of goal difference.

Our betting expert shares AC Milan vs Inter Milan predictions & tips, with two injury-hit sides going head-to-head at the San Siro on Saturday night.

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