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.

In this episode of The Late Run, Lil Rel Howery and Karlous Miller join Ocho and Raheem for a hilarious, candid conversation about why soccer never became the neighborhood game in Black America. From the popularity of kickball and the cost of $3,000 youth clubs to a lack of accessible fields and local role models, the group explores the cultural and financial barriers surrounding the sport—and even asks why there are so few Black kickers in the NFL.

Hansi Flick's Barcelona kicked off their La Liga title defence with a ruthless 5-0 demolition of Elche. Despite the flurry of goals, the glaring absence of a recognised centre-forward remains the biggest talking point in Catalonia, and German tactician has made it crystal clear: the club's search for a natural centre-forward is far from resolved.

Palmeiras boss Abel Ferreira has told Manchester City they must trigger Allan Elias' €100 million release clause to complete a summer move. The Premier League side are actively chasing the versatile 22-year-old winger as Enzo Maresca revamps his attack, but the Brazilian outfit have no intention of selling for anything below their asking price.

Man City remain interested in Enzo Fernandez despite agreeing an £86m deal for Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi. Enzo Maresca wants further midfield reinforcements after Rodri's departure to Barcelona, but Chelsea's £120m asking price remains a major obstacle to any deal.

Julian Alvarez endured a highly hostile reception from Atletico Madrid supporters during Sunday's dramatic 2-2 La Liga draw with Villarreal. The Argentine forward was brutally booed as he entered the pitch from the bench, with fans directing explicit chants at him, demanding his immediate departure amid intense summer transfer links to Arsenal and Barcelona.

Dominik Szoboszlai is considered to be Liverpool captain material, as the potential heir to Virgil van Dijk at Anfield, but Reds legend Ray Houghton has highlighted to GOAL the selection mistake that Andoni Iraola and Co must avoid when it comes to the all-action Hungarian. Szoboszlai has seen his versatility put to good use across three seasons on Merseyside.

Here you can find out where you can watch Manchester City live and in colour in the Premier League, Champions League and the domestic cup competitions.

Harry Maguire is being backed to remain at Manchester United beyond the 2026-27 campaign, with Danny Simpson telling GOAL that the long-serving centre-half could “stay on to coach” at Old Trafford. The latest contract signed by the England international is only one-year in length, but it does include the option for a further 12 months that will take him beyond celebrations of a 35th birthday.

Emi Martinez is seemingly eager to form part of the mass exodus at Aston Villa, but the World Cup-winning goalkeeper has avoided criticism for that transfer push from former Villans star Ray Houghton - who has been speaking exclusively to GOAL. The Argentina international has been seeking a move for over 12 months now, as he attempts to “make a lot of money” before hanging up his gloves.

The Herons are struggling for form, but another MLS Cup favorite found their groove Saturday night.

The new manager will need time to follow in Pep Guardiola's footsteps and come up with a winning formula after some devastating departures

The Reds sacked Arne Slot after a dreadful 2025-26 campaign, but can the Basque tactician put them back on their perch?

Brighton & Hove Albion paid €28 million for a player who is already being compared with Lamine Yamal.

Our expert shares the best Inter Milan vs Monza predictions and betting tips, as the Scudetto holders host the newly-promoted I Biancorossi.

We’ve got three Espanyol vs Real Madrid predictions for this La Liga encounter at the RCDE Stadium on Saturday, 22 August.

The betting markets believe Inter have a 50% chance of winning the Scudetto again. Does that percentage leave any room for value right now?

Despite having more possession and completed passes, Man City were outplayed by Arsenal in the Community Shield. This offers a hint of what’s to come.