Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand joins Adebayo Akinfenwa on the Beast Mode On Podcast for an honest conversation about the Red Devils' decline, and what needs to change to get them back to the top. The former England centre-back gives his thoughts on Michael Carrick's future, reflects on the standards set under Sir Alex Ferguson, and much, much more.

Watch eight fans test their ball knowledge against each other as they aim to make it through the rounds and into the final. Who will reach the top and who will be going home early? All will be revealed in episode three of The Climb!

Arsenal fixtures against Manchester United are always lively and it's no different when fans of both clubs go head-to-head. Watch AliceTalksFootball and Kofi B take on Daniyal Khan and Rory Talks Football as they defend their controversial hot takes in the second episode of The Rondo!

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.

Barcelona midfielder Gavi has no intention of leaving the Catalan giants despite attracting transfer interest from European heavyweights Bayern Munich and Napoli. Although the 22-year-old Spain international has struggled for regular starts this season, he remains determined to stay at Camp Nou and win back his place in the starting line-up.

Former Crystal Palace and Everton winger Yannick Bolasie has parted company with Chapecoense ahead of schedule following the Brazilian club's relegation to Serie B. The Congolese attacker's mutual exit on Thursday leaves his next career move up in the air just weeks before his deal was due to expire.

Bayern Munich have been warned that they stand no chance of prising winger Desire Doue away from Paris Saint-Germain after being priced out of a potential deal. Despite the Bundesliga champions holding a long-standing admiration for the 21-year-old France international, his soaring valuation in the French capital has put a future transfer out of reach.

Kevin De Bruyne could be heading for a sudden Napoli departure this winter amid mounting reports of dressing room tensions in Italy. PSV Eindhoven have already initiated contact with the Belgian midfielder as they explore a high-profile transfer for the upcoming January window.

Mauricio Pochettino has been given a “mob” warning and “deadwood” transfer advice ahead of taking over as Manchester United manager, with Paul Parker explaining to GOAL when the Argentine tactician will be judged. The former Chelsea and Tottenham boss is set to take in two more games as head coach of the USMNT before picking up reins at Old Trafford that have been prised from the hands of Michael Carrick.

Jamie Carragher has offered a scathing assessment of Michael Carrick’s tenure at Manchester United, insisting he feels no sympathy for the recently dismissed coach. The Red Devils confirmed Carrick's departure on Thursday after a dismal run of form left the club languishing in the Premier League relegation zone.

Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has voiced his support for Mauricio Pochettino as the club’s next manager, though he admitted a lingering fear that the Red Devils have missed the Argentine's prime. The search for a new leader at Old Trafford has intensified following the dismissal of Michael Carrick, who oversaw the club's worst domestic start in four decades.

Former Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is set to attend Bahia's Brasileirao clash against Coritiba on November 21 alongside City Football Group chief Ferran Soriano. The South American trip comes as the Catalan tactician is heavily linked with replacing Manchester United-bound Mauricio Pochettino as head coach of the United States.

A failed Everton move and limited minutes at Monaco have left Folarin Balogun in limbo. Back with the USMNT, he is rediscovering a sense of belonging.

Mauricio Pochettino could swap the USMNT for Man Utd’s familiar chaos. GOAL’s writers debate his legacy, his chances of reviving United and who should lead the U.S. next.

Pochettino was all smiles at USMNT training, but a potential Manchester United move leaves an urgent question: who will lead the U.S. against Haiti?

From singing The Police to meeting childhood idol Christian Pulisic, Cavan Sullivan is embracing life as the USMNT's little brother - and loving every minute of it.

Marseille have won five in a row, but the xG data exposes a leaky defence. Is it time to back goals against Le Mans and Auxerre?

Udinese are bottom of Serie A and have sacked their manager. The data backs up the slump, so are they a value bet to be relegated?

Goals are up in AFCON qualifying, and the lines haven’t caught up. Our five over 2.5 goals picks target South Africa, Nigeria and more.

Three Portugal vs Denmark predictions for their Nations League clash on Saturday night, including value on the anytime goalscorer bet.