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As Everton Football Club awaits the finalization of its potential takeover by 777 Partners, reports have surfaced that the Miami-based investment group has extended a substantial interim loan to the club, reported by GOAL. The loan, estimated to be “tens of millions” of pounds, serves to address Everton’s short-term working capital requirements and support ongoing […]

Matko Miljevic, the 22-year-old midfielder for Club de Foot Montreal, has seen his contract with Major League Soccer (MLS) terminated after allegations of misconduct, reported by GOAL. The decision to terminate Miljevic’s contract was made by MLS, citing his involvement in “conduct detrimental to the league.” The controversy surrounding Miljevic began when Canadian media reports […]

Lionel Messi is expected to make his return to the Inter Miami lineup as they gear up for a crucial MLS encounter against Toronto FC on Wednesday, reported by GOAL. Messi had been sidelined due to a minor knock he picked up while on international duty with Argentina during the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. In […]

USMNT sensation Gio Reyna is set to make a highly anticipated return to Borussia Dortmund‘s squad as they prepare for their Champions League showdown vs PSG, reported by GOAL. The talented 20-year-old midfielder had been sidelined with a leg injury since May, but his journey back to action is finally reaching its climax. Reyna’s inclusion […]

Manchester United’s Premier League season is off to a terrible start. The Marcus Rashford and Erik Ten Hag-led squad currently sit way down at 13th compared to their rivals, Manchester City. The Treble-winning squad still has not dropped a game compared to their rivals who have two wins and three losses. Pep Guardiola is taking […]

Spain may have won the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, but the atmosphere around the country’s football federation has been anything but celebratory since. The Spanish Federation (RFEF) is still reeling from the Luis Rubiales scandal, and now the player at the center of it, Jenni Hermoso wasn’t called up for the national team’s UEFA […]

Lionel Messi, the iconic Argentine superstar, is making headlines not just for his on-field brilliance at Inter Miami but also for his candid revelations about his personal life and dietary preferences, reported by GOAL. As he continues to shine in the United States following his triumphant 2022 World Cup campaign, Messi shared some insights into […]

Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva‘s recent contract extension with the club includes an enticing release clause that could pave the way for a potential move to Barcelona or PSG, reported by GOAL. Silva, a versatile and highly talented midfielder, has been a key figure in Manchester City’s success over the years. However, his future at […]

Manchester United‘s woes continue as defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka has been ruled out of action for up to two months due to a hamstring injury, reported by GOAL. The setback adds to the growing list of problems for the club and manager Erik ten Hag. Wan-Bissaka sustained the injury during United’s 3-1 defeat against Brighton, despite […]

Arsenal‘s captain, Martin Odegaard, has emphasized the intense competition within the squad, even suggesting that nobody, including himself, is immune to being dropped, reported by GOAL. This statement came after manager Mikel Arteta‘s surprise decision to bench Aaron Ramsdale in favor of summer signing David Raya for the Gunners’ recent match against Everton. Ramsdale, an […]

Manchester United‘s dismal 3-1 loss to Brighton left manager Erik ten Hag in a peculiar position when discussing the spending power of the two teams, reported by GOAL. Despite the stark contrast in financial resources between the two clubs, Ten Hag made an interesting comment, suggesting that Brighton spends as much as any other top […]

Inter Miami‘s acquisition of Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets, and Jordi Alba is transforming Major League Soccer (MLS), with Pedro hailing their “great choice” to join the club, reported by GOAL. The trio, formerly teammates at Barcelona, reunited in Florida thanks to David Beckham’s ambitious recruitment efforts as a co-owner of Inter Miami. Since their arrival, […]

Former PSG manager Christophe Galtier is denying allegations of racism that have emerged from his time in charge of Nice, reported by GOAL. Alongside his son, John Valovic, Galtier faces accusations of having made racist remarks while managing the club. The allegations came to light via an email leak involving Nice’s sporting director, Julien Fournier. […]

Manchester United, under the Glazer family’s ownership, have never been shy about making substantial investments in the transfer market, reported by GOAL. This trend continued during the recent summer transfer window, where they splashed out on high-profile signings such as Andre Onana, Mason Mount, and Rasmus Hojlund, collectively amounting to over £170 million ($211m). Despite […]

Folarin Balogun, the promising USMNT striker, has celebrated a significant milestone in his career by scoring his debut goal for AS Monaco, reported by GOAL. However, despite his impressive contribution, Monaco was unable to secure a victory in their latest Ligue 1 outing. Balogun, who recently completed a high-profile €40 million (£34m/$43m) move from Arsenal […]

In a fiery exchange on the football pitch, PSG superstar Kylian Mbappe found himself at the center of a verbal spat with Nice’s Terem Moffi during their recent Ligue 1 encounter, reported by GOAL. The confrontation took place after Moffi scored his second goal and Nice’s third, choosing to celebrate shirtless, much to the chagrin […]

PSG declined the opportunity to compete with Real Madrid for the €103 million (£89m/$110m) signing of Jude Bellingham, reported by GOAL. The 20-year-old England international midfielder became one of the most sought-after talents in the summer transfer window, with Borussia Dortmund open to offers for the right price. The Parisians decided not to join the […]

Thierry Henry, a former Barcelona teammate of Lionel Messi, has spoken out in defense of the Argentine superstar’s time at PSG, reported by GOAL. Messi’s two-year tenure at PSG fell short of the sky-high expectations that accompanied his move from Barcelona. While Messi scored 32 goals in 75 matches for PSG and won three trophies […]

Norwich City manager David Wagner has provided an optimistic update on the recovery of USMNT star Josh Sargent, indicating that the striker is expected to return from ankle surgery at the turn of the year, reported by GOAL. Sargent sustained ligament damage while scoring for Norwich in a match against Huddersfield on August 26. Despite […]

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has provided an update on Gabriel Martinelli‘s injury. He revealed that the Brazilian forward suffered a hamstring issue before being substituted during the match against Everton, reported by GOAL. Martinelli’s appearance at Goodison Park was cut short after just 24 minutes due to the injury. He had a chance on goal, […]

San Diego Wave striker Alex Morgan slammed NWSL’s officiating crew after their match against the Kansas City Current on Sunday. Morgan vented her frustrations on social media after the officials apparently missed a key penalty in the Wave’s 2-1 loss. Morgan showed a clip of her receiving a pass on the left side of the […]

Lionel Messi’s move to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) raised expectations of Champions League glory for the French club, but the Argentine maestro faced criticism for not delivering the elusive title. However, his former teammate, Thierry Henry, has come to his defense, highlighting the differences between Messi’s experiences at PSG and with the Argentine national team. According […]

Lionel Messi may have been sidelined for Inter Miami, but 23-year-old Leonardo Campana stepped up with a moment of brilliance to make his presence felt. Campana recently inked a contract extension with Miami, securing his future at the club through the 2027 season with an option for an additional year. Campana’s performances have notably improved […]

Barcelona’s upcoming objectives include the renewal and adaptation of Frenkie de Jong’s contract, which promises to be more intricate than previous renewals. While Barcelona successfully extended Marc-André ter Stegen’s contract until 2028 recently, De Jong’s situation differs significantly. According to the reports from MARCA, Barcelona has not initiated any official discussions regarding De Jong’s contract. […]

Thomas Partey is reportedly growing increasingly concerned about his future at Arsenal. Some sources suggest that he may leave if he continues to be sidelined and falls out of favor in Mikel Arteta’s starting eleven. The Ghanaian midfielder’s concerns come from a groin injury that could keep him out of action until after the October […]

Manchester City has opted to delay contract negotiations with their star midfielder, Kevin De Bruyne, even though his current deal is set to expire in just 18 months. According to reports from the Daily Star, discussions have been put on hold as the club awaits De Bruyne’s recovery from a long-term hamstring injury, with his […]

Tottenham Hotspur secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Sheffield United courtesy of stoppage-time goals from Richarlison and Dejan Kulusevski. The win was made even sweeter by the heartfelt camaraderie displayed by Spurs’ star forward, Heung-Min Son. Son expressed his delight at seeing Richarlison find the back of the net, saying, “Seeing Richarlison score felt better […]

Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has drawn parallels with the early struggles of Zinedine Zidane at Real Madrid to emphasize the need for patience as his young squad adapts to the high expectations at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea’s start to the Premier League season has been far from ideal, with just one win in their first four […]

FC Barcelona’s newly arrived forward, Joao Felix, made an impactful debut during Saturday’s 5-0 victory over Real Betis. On loan from Atletico Madrid, the Portuguese star found the net and took a subtle swipe at his parent club in the process. Joao Felix’s arrival in Catalonia was nothing short of dramatic, with his transfer deadline […]

Cristiano Ronaldo continues to make headlines in the Saudi Pro League. The Portuguese icon scored his seventh goal of the season as Al Nassr secured a 3-1 victory against Al Raed at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Buraydah. Riding a four-game winning streak, Al Nassr faced a formidable challenge from Al Raed, managed […]

Manchester United’s rollercoaster season has left fans and pundits alike scratching their heads. With just two wins from their first five Premier League games, the Red Devils have certainly hit a rough patch. In the wake of these struggles, manager Erik ten Hag has spoken out, emphasizing that it’s not a “crisis” but acknowledging their […]

In a surprising turn of events, Cristiano Ronaldo has decided to take legal action against his former club, Juventus, over unpaid wages dating back to the Covid-19 era. The 38-year-old superstar is demanding the net amount of £17.15m, which was promised to him by the club when he agreed to reduce his wages during the […]

Manchester United fans were divided and vocal on Saturday as they witnessed Rasmus Hojlund being substituted during the match against Brighton. The decision by manager Erik ten Hag to remove the young striker prompted a chorus of boos from the stands, and the move has since become a subject of debate among supporters. Ten Hag […]

Cristiano Ronaldo may have just left a cameraman in the Saudi Pro League concussed. On Saturday, Al-Nassr ran out as 3-1 winners at Al-Raed thanks to goals from Sadio Mane, Talisca, and Ronaldo. The Portuguese international had another clear opportunity to complete a brace with a free-kick in a wonderful position, but Cristiano missed the […]

Jadon Sancho’s stint with Manchester United has always left a lot to be desired, but it appears as if things are coming to head between the player and the club. Manager Erik ten Hag has dropped Sancho from United’s starting lineup due to his bad attitude at practice, with Sancho going out on social media […]

Juventus director Cristiano Giuntoli has hinted at the possibility of terminating Paul Pogba’s contract following the shocking revelation of a failed doping test. The news has sent shockwaves through the football world, with questions arising about the French midfielder’s future in the sport. Pogba’s failed doping test came to light after the 3-0 victory over […]

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti recently shared a lighthearted yet revealing reaction about his winger, Vinicius. The Brazilian was not included among the FIFA The Best nominees. As reported by Fabrizio Romano, in response to the exclusion of Vinicius Jr. from the prestigious list of nominees, Ancelotti disclosed, “Oh… he was very, very sad. He […]

Kylian Mbappe’s return to the Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) squad has injected some much-needed positivity into the team. In a recent thrilling encounter at the Parc des Princes against OGC Nice, the French superstar showcased his exceptional talent with a remarkable flying bicycle kick goal that left fans in awe. The match against Nice ended in […]

Bayern Munich is reportedly planning for a managerial change. Former Real Madrid and Liverpool star Xabi Alonso is emerging as the frontrunner to replace current manager Thomas Tuchel. Tuchel, who took charge of Bayern Munich in March. Tuchel succeeded Julian Nagelsmann and guided the team to a Bundesliga title, albeit with some assistance from Borussia […]