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.

Michael Carrick has urged Manchester United to "keep moving forward" after a 2-0 defeat by Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Saturday left them in danger of slipping into the relegation zone. United created a flurry of first-half chances but failed to take any, before Morgan Rogers struck after the interval and Lisandro Martinez was sent off for a second yellow card.

Xabi Alonso has hailed Romeo Lavia’s displays as deserving of "huge recognition" after the midfielder played a pivotal role in Chelsea’s victory over Manchester United. The Belgian youngster stepped into the starting lineup following an injury to Jordan Henderson and delivered a commanding performance in the heart of the pitch.

Xabi Alonso’s Chelsea asserted their dominance at Stamford Bridge, securing a clinical 2-0 victory through goals from Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer. The tactical battle turned on Manchester United’s disciplinary failure, which left Michael Carrick’s side unable to withstand Chelsea’s superior positional play.

Manchester United slumped to a 2-0 defeat at Chelsea after a second-half collapse in west London. Michael Carrick's side were the better team in the first half, but wasted big chances before falling apart after the break.

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 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.

Three Schalke vs RB Leipzig predictions for their Bundesliga match on Saturday afternoon, including value on the goalscorer bet.

Our betting expert shares the best Barcelona vs Alaves predictions & tips, as the visitors chase the first La Liga win at the Nou Camp since 2016.

Three Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund predictions for their Bundesliga match on Saturday evening, including value on the first goalscorer bet.