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Another day, another trophy for Erling Haaland. The Manchester City talisman added to his impressive list of accomplishments on Thursday as he was named the UEFA Men’s Player of the Year for the 2022-23 season after helping the Cityzens win their first-ever Champions League title. During the ceremony, the Norwegian had the perfect message on […]

The 2023-24 UEFA Champions League draw was unkind to USWNT stars. AC Milan’s Christian Pulisic and Yunus Musah, along with Borussia Dortmund’s Gio Reyna, fared the worst, as their squads are in the Group of Death along with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Newcastle. The clubs featuring other USMNT members fared slightly better, but it is […]

Europe’s most prized competition is back in business. On Thursday, the 2023-24 UEFA Champions League group stage draw took place in Monaco, with Group F being deemed the Group of Death as Newcastle, Dortmund, PSG, and AC Milan will all face one another. Talk about a tough draw for the Magpies, who make their long-awaited […]

Another member of the United States Women’s National Soccer Team is calling it a career. USWNT star Julie Ertz announced her retirement from the sport on social media Thursday. Julie Ertz’s retirement decision comes nearly two months after USWNT star Megan Rapinoe announced that 2023 would be her final year playing professional soccer. “With immense […]

UEFA‘s Chief of Football, Zvonimir Boban, has strongly criticized the Premier League‘s new stoppage time rules, reported by goal.com. Boban labeled them as “absurd” and confirmed that these rules will not be adopted in UEFA competitions. The Premier League’s decision to implement longer stoppage times, inspired by the 2022 FIFA World Cup, aims to increase […]

In preparation for their upcoming Euro 2024 qualifier against Ukraine and a friendly match against Scotland, England‘s latest squad has been announced, reported by goal.com. While some familiar names make the cut, there are a few surprises and notable omissions. Despite his lack of game time at Manchester United, Harry Maguire has been named in […]

Rarely you will find a global superstar whose life isn’t filled with controversy. In the case of footballers, the exceptions are extremely low. For Neymar, 2023 has been filled with controversies on and off the pitch. He announced his departure from Paris Saint Germain (PSG) to join Al Hilal in a big money move. After […]

Cristiano Ronaldo‘s hopes of making a return to the Champions League with Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr have been officially dashed by UEFA, as reported by goal.com. The governing body’s president, Aleksander Ceferin, has definitively ruled out the possibility of Saudi teams, including Al-Nassr, joining the prestigious European competition. Ceferin’s statement comes in response to media […]

Brazilian superstar Neymar Jr. was finally unveiled as a new Al Hilal player in a ceremony reserved for all signings. The former Barcelona man had a hilarious moment as his team-mates bathed him in bottled water. Neymar was covering his face and trying to escape. In his recent Instagram story, the newly signed Al Hilal […]

PSG‘s Kylian Mbappe is on the brink of signing a contract extension with the club until 2026, signaling a shift from his previous stance of leaving on a free transfer next year, reported by goal.com. The French superstar’s potential new contract is expected to include a unique provision: a private release clause that could pave […]

Saudi Pro League club Al Ittihad are truly after Liverpool’s main first-team players this season. After their long-term pursuit of Mohamed Salah, they are also in the hunt for Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate. Liverpool have seen a lot of talent depart to the Middle East so far this summer. They have allowed Roberto Firmino, Fabinho, […]

Romelu Lukaku’s nightmare Chelsea tenure is finally over for the time being. The Belgian striker has joined AS Roma on a season-long loan as he reunites with his former boss Jose Mourinho. According to the reports from Fabrizio Romano, there is no option to buy the player as he will return to Stamford Bridge at […]

Lionel Messi‘s arrival at Inter Miami has the potential to trigger a significant change in MLS, reported by goal.com. Historically, MLS has been known for its commitment to continuing domestic football action during FIFA’s international breaks. However, the presence of elite players like Messi is prompting the league to consider a major shift in this […]

Al Nassr ace Cristiano Ronaldo and Michael Jordan are two of the most influential athletes in sports history. Both have influenced their sports and taken them to unimaginable heights. However, these two icons are also two of the fewest athletes to have their brand creating a top-flight football team’s shirt. Ronaldo is not playing European […]

Spanish FA president Luis Rubiales is facing harsh criticism from an unexpected source – his own uncle. In a scathing assessment, Juan Rubiales, who previously served as his nephew’s chief of staff at the RFEF, has branded him “a cowardly man” obsessed with power, luxury, money, and women, reported by goal.com. This blistering critique comes […]

Tennis sensation Novak Djokovic has offered insights into his recent meeting with soccer icon Lionel Messi, hailing the Argentine as a “phenomenon”, reported by goal.com. These two all-time greats have interacted on a couple of occasions during their illustrious careers, with their most recent encounter taking place in New York. Djokovic is currently competing for […]

Inter Miami, fueled by the presence of Lionel Messi, is holding onto the belief that they can secure a spot in the MLS play-offs, despite a recent setback, reported by goal.com. While they managed to climb off the bottom of the Eastern Conference, their recent 0-0 draw against Nashville at DRV PNK Stadium left them […]

Bayern Munich are set to make their moves for Fulham midfielder Joao Palhinha. The Portuguese midfielder has an unclear future at Craven Cottage and has been linked with a move away from the club throughout the summer. According to the reports from GOAL, Bayern Munich are keeping tabs on Palhinha. However, they are aware of […]

Inter Miami ace Lionel Messi is one of the greatest football players ever. From his young days in Barcelona colors to his living-legend status in the MLS, he has stunned the world with his eye-catching game and goalscoring ability. However, one of the reasons behind his incredible longevity is his cleverness. When you are as […]

Lionel Messi‘s remarkable winning streak at Inter Miami has finally been broken at the nine-game mark, as Nashville managed to stop his efforts in a hard-fought 0-0 draw, reported by goal.com. While the Argentine superstar had relied on penalty shootouts to maintain his flawless record, his success in the Leagues Cup, U.S. Open Cup, and […]

Lionel Messi, the star attraction of Inter Miami, once again refrained from speaking to the media following the team’s recent 0-0 draw against Nashville, reported by goal.com. While this move could potentially violate Major League Soccer (MLS) rules that require players to be available for media interactions after matches, it seems that Messi is likely […]

Al Ittihad are set to make a mouth-watering $118m bid for Liverpool ace Mohamed Salah. The Saudi Pro League giants are aware of the fact that the Reds are unwilling to let the Egyptian master leave this late in the transfer window but are coming in with a last-ditch attempt. According to the reports from […]

PSG has successfully secured the signature of French wonderkid Bradley Barcola in a significant transfer deal worth €45 million ($57.2 million), reported by goal.com. The 20-year-old talented winger is poised to join the French champions, bolstering their squad after a productive stint with Lyon. The deal comes as PSG undergoes a transformation under the leadership […]

Manchester United are finally set to submit a bid for Fiorentina midfielder Sofyan Amrabat. The Red Devils have been linked with the Morocco International since June, but they haven’t submitted any bid due to the Financial Fairplay (FFP) regulations. According to the reports from Fabrizio Romano, Manchester United will prepare and submit a formal bid […]

Barcelona have made a few adjustments to the agreement of Joao Cancelo with Manchester City. The Catalans are likely to complete the deal for the Portuguese defender on deadline day. According to the reports from Fabrizio Romano, Barcelona have decided to remove the buy option clause from the agreement of Cancelo, which will allow them […]

PSV Eindhoven‘s convincing 5-1 victory over Rangers in the Champions League play-off secured the club’s return to the group stage of Europe’s premier club competition, reported by goal.com. The win was orchestrated by a standout performance from USMNT star Sergino Dest, along with the involvement of Ricardo Pepi and Malik Tillman. Following a 2-2 draw […]

Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi is arguably the greatest player of all time and has earned the respect of everyone across the globe. However, he is also the reason behind many heartbreaks. Real Madrid fans would know how tough it is to handle the great Argentine. However, some fans have taken it to the heart. […]

The 10-year-old son of Lionel Messi, Thiago Messi, has joined the Inter Miami U-12 team. This development occurred just over a month after the Argentine legend joined David Beckham’s franchise as a free agent from Paris Saint Germain (PSG). According to the reports from The News, Thiago will become one of the 150 young athletes […]

Former Barcelona player Arturo Vidal claims he is ready to reunite with Lionel Messi at Inter Miami. The Chile midfielder says it would be delightful to play with Messi and Sergio Busquets again under the management of Tata Martino. The current Athletico Paranaense midfielder has been a forgotten memory considering how influential he was during […]

Lionel Messi has been blazing hot ever since he joined the MLS’ Inter Miami squad. They have reached their first trophy with him in the Leagues Cup. The squad is also gunning for more hardware as they face off against the Houston Dynamo in the US Open Cup. But, the air was different when they […]

Apparently, the “Lionel Messi” effect hasn’t only inspired Inter Miami, but it has also made fans out of legendary athletes. Count Hall of Fame Seattle Mariners outfielder Ken Griffey, Jr. as one of them. Television cameras captured Griffey dressed as a photographer and snapping pictures of Messi during a game against Nashville SC on Wednesday. […]

Chelsea are set to bolster their attack with the signing of young Manchester City winger Cole Palmer. According to football insider Fabrizio Romano, an agreement has been reached with the reigning Premier League champions over a £40 million ($50.87 million) deal with an additional £5 million ($6.36 million) in add-ons. Romano notes that there was […]

Manchester City has reached a final decision regarding the transfer of midfielder Matheus Nunes from Wolves, reported by goal.com. The Premier League champions have agreed to verbal terms with Wolves for the Brazilian midfielder’s transfer, marking a significant move in the current transfer window. Nunes, who is 25 years old, has made his intentions clear […]

A devastating ankle injury has dealt a significant blow to the United States men’s national team(USMNT), as star player Josh Sargent faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines, reported by goal.com. The injury occurred during a recent Championship match where Sargent’s club, Norwich, secured a 4-0 victory over Huddersfield. The injury incident unfolded when Sargent […]

Superstar Lionel Messi‘s international duties are set to impact his involvement with Inter Miami in the upcoming MLS matches, reported by goal.com. The Argentine maestro is poised to join his national team for the forthcoming international break scheduled from September 4 to September 12, thereby ruling him out of an important match against Sporting Kansas […]

Manchester City have officially found an agreement to sign Wolverhampton Wanderers midfielder Matheus Nunes. Although there was an expectation from Wolves that Nunes would stay, the Premier League champions will sign the Portuguese midfielder by deadline day. According to the reports from Fabrizio Romano, Manchester City have reached a verbal agreement to sign Nunes. This […]

In a surprising turn of events, Chelsea is gearing up for a late transfer window swoop for Manchester City‘s promising young forward, Cole Palmer, reported by goal.com. With the transfer deadline looming on Friday, the Blues are said to be considering the acquisition of Palmer to bolster Mauricio Pochettino’s squad. Chelsea has been remarkably active […]

Luis Rubiales, the president of the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), has found himself at the center of a growing storm after his actions at the 2023 Women’s World Cup final, reported by goal.com. Rubiales has been labeled a “madman” by Javier Tebas, the president of La Liga, in a scathing statement that adds further fuel […]

Arsenal defender Rob Holding is ready to be loaned to newly-promoted Luton Town. The Englishman is down in the pecking order at Arsenal and is unlikely to get many minutes for them due to poor performances in 2022/23. Holding was the second-choice central defender for Arsenal after Gabriel Magalhaes and David Saliba. However, he started […]