1. Champions! Inside Man City’s first WSL title win in 10 years

    For the first time in 10 years, Manchester City are Women’s Super League champions. The crowning moment may not have been what the runaway leaders expected, with Arsenal’s draw at Brighton on Wednesday night confirming their triumph without them even needing to take to the field. But it won’t taste any less sweet for a City side that has endured five second-placed finishes since their last title triumph in 2016.

  2. 10 England outsiders who can still earn World Cup spots

    The clock is ticking down to a potentially tenure-defining decision for Thomas Tuchel, who will be putting the final touches to his England squad for the 2026 World Cup. However, there is still time for those on the fringes to make a late push into the manager's thinking as the season enters his final weeks. Some, though, stand a much better chance than others.

  3. WSL title race is done! Arsenal draw hands trophy to Man City

    Arsenal's slim chances of pipping Manchester City to the Women's Super League title ended on Wednesday as the Gunners' 1-1 draw at Brighton saw the Cityzens crowned champions for the first time in 10 years. Coming off the back of some demanding Champions League exploits, Renee Slegers rotated for the trip south, but that was no excuse for the dropped points, with the Seagulls' own much-changed cast thriving to play yet another surprisingly prominent role in the WSL title race.

  4. LEGACY: Senegal's resurgent World Cup journey

    This is Legacy, GOAL’s feature and podcast series that counts down to the 2026 World Cup. Each week, we explore the stories and the spirit behind the nations that define the world’s game. This week, we follow Senegal's Lions of Teranga across two decades of triumph, turbulence and transformation - from the thunderbolt of 2002, to the cruel fair-play exit of 2018, to the continental rise that brought them back stronger in Qatar.

  5. Arsenal are in the UCL final! Saka on the spot to seal victory

    Bukayo Saka scored the only goal of the game as Arsenal reached their first Champions League final in 20 years by defeating Atletico Madrid 1-0 in a tight and tense encounter on Tuesday to progress 2-1 on aggregate. The semi-final tie had been left perfectly poised after Viktor Gyokeres and Julian Alvarez had exchanged penalties at the Metropolitano last week, and there was once again little to choose between two attritional teams in the return clash at the Emirates.

  6. Biggest stars to have been ruled out of the World Cup

    The 2026 World Cup is almost here. After years of build-up, dramatic qualifiers and numerous good - and bad - news stories surrounding FIFA's flagship finals, players and coaches from around the world are completing their last preparations before descending on the United States, Mexico and Canada in June for the biggest international football tournament to ever have been staged.

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Videos

  1. 🎥 | Wes Morgan reveals all about Leicester's miracle title win

    In the latest episode of the Beast Mode On Podcast, Wes Morgan, captain of Leicester City's historic title-winning side, shares the real story behind one of the greatest underdog achievements in football history. The conversation dives deep into the mindset behind the Foxes' impossible Premier League title win, a 5000-1 miracle that shocked the world. The ex-Nottingham Forest defender also discusses his battles with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, his pride at representing Jamaica and more.

  2. 🎥 | Iwobi on leaving Arsenal, facing Messi & more

    Abebayo Akinfenwa is joined by Alex Iwobi on the Beast Mode On Podcast as the Fulham winger discusses his journey from the Arsenal academy to becoming a regular in the Premier League and making his mark on the international stage with Nigeria. The 29-year-old also talks about his duels with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as well as a host of other compelling topics.

Premier League

  1. Arsenal make huge Arteta contract decision

    Arsenal are preparing to offer manager Mikel Arteta a lucrative new contract this summer, regardless of whether the club capture the Premier League title or the Champions League trophy. The Gunners' hierarchy made this strategic decision in March to secure his long-term future. Arteta is fully focused on his historic double chase but remains in love with the current project.

  2. Who leaves? Arteta plans Arsenal sales after £267m splurge

    Mikel Arteta is preparing a major summer clear-out at Arsenal to balance the books after last year’s unprecedented spending. Despite banking huge UEFA prize money during their current run to the Champions League final, the Gunners remain cautious of financial sustainability rules and must offload several senior players to fund further elite additions to their squad.

  3. Erling Haaland

    Agent gives Haaland transfer update amid Barcelona links

    Rafaela Pimenta, the agent representing Erling Haaland, has addressed the persistent transfer rumours linking the prolific striker to Barcelona. Pimenta praised Manchester City as the most challenging club to negotiate with, citing their elite organisation. Despite ongoing speculation, she insists the 25-year-old remains entirely committed to the Premier League champions.

Must-read opinion and expert analysis

  1. Can signing of the season Diaz win the Ballon d'Or?

    In the 44th minute of Bayern Munich's Bundesliga clash with St. Pauli on November 29, Luis Diaz ended up prone in the penalty area. However, while the winger had lost his balance, he'd not lost control of the ball - and somehow managed to flick it up off the floor and into the path of Joshua Kimmich to score. It was an extraordinary piece of skill - but Bayern boss Vincent Kompany wasn't in the least bit surprised by it.

  2. Alvarez goes missing as shot-shy Atleti come up short

    Atletico Madrid once again came up short in the Champions League as they suffered a 1-0 loss at Arsenal on Tuesday that meant they succumbed to a 2-1 aggregate defeat in their semi-final tie. Diego Simeone's side mustered just two shots on target in north London as their hopes of facing either Bayern Munich or Paris Saint-Germain in Budapest on May 30 went up in smoke.

La Liga

  1. Does Mbappe want to leave Madrid? Transfer ‘reality’ explained

    Despite individual brilliance, Kylian Mbappe's future at Real Madrid is shrouded in doubt following two consecutive seasons without a major trophy. The superstar has been linked with an astonishing summer exit amid rumours of dressing room rifts and a massive managerial crisis, but transfer experts have finally clarified the absolute "reality" of his complex situation in the Spanish capital.

Serie A

  1. Conte wants Napoli stay but must meet demands

    Antonio Conte’s future at Napoli has once again come under the spotlight as the Italian manager and club president Aurelio De Laurentiis prepare for a decisive summit. While the former Juventus and Inter boss is reportedly happy in Naples, any long-term commitment will depend on both parties reaching a complex agreement over the club's sporting direction.

Transfers

  1. Ex-Barca president reveals mystery €400m bid for Messi

    Former Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu has revealed that the Catalan giants narrowly avoided losing Lionel Messi in a world-record move shortly after Neymar's departure. The ex-Blaugrana chief claimed that an unnamed club was ready to trigger the Argentine's massive release clause using funds from the Middle East.

  2. Man Utd want Lyon star to fix problem position

    Manchester United have reportedly identified Lyon left winger Afonso Moreira as a prime target for the upcoming summer transfer window. The 21-year-old Portuguese sensation has enjoyed a meteoric rise during his debut campaign in France, establishing himself as one of Europe's most productive wide players and drawing heavy interest from the Premier League heavyweights.

  3. Casemiro wants to go out 'on a high' at Man Utd

    Brazilian midfielder Casemiro has officially confirmed his impending departure from Manchester United as a free agent this summer. Despite pleas from supporters urging him to stay, the veteran insists his cycle is over. He aims to leave with his head held high after a prolific four years, expressing deep gratitude to the fans as he looks towards a new challenge.

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