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Analysis Manchester City vs Liverpool
How Man City vs Liverpool became football's hottest rivalry
Tensions tend to spill over whenever Jurgen Klopp's side meet Pep Guardiola's men, and Saturday's top-of-the-table clash will be no different
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Power rankings UEFA European Championship
Euro 2024 Power Rankings: Perfect Portugal overtake England
Ahead of December's draw for next summer's tournament in Germany, GOAL ranks the 21 confirmed qualifiers
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Analysis Chelsea
Why can't all-conquering Chelsea fill Stamford Bridge?
The WSL champions are hosting more games than ever at the 'men's' stadium this season, but they're not off to a great start in terms of ticket sales
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NXGN Manchester United
Why Man Utd are in for Benfica's new €100m wonderkid
The talented teenager is already a household name at Estadio Da Luz, and could soon be on his way to Old Trafford
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Opinion England
Southgate on his way out! England change inevitable
The Three Lions coach's legacy is secure after turning the team's fortunes around dramatically since 2016, but his days in the hot seat feel numbered
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Player ratings Argentina
Otamendi lifts Argentina as Messi plays peacemaker in Brazil
The centre-back jumped over two defenders to provide the only goal as Lionel Messi and Co. saw off their most hated rivals
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UEFA Women's Champions League L. Freigang
EXCLUSIVE: Barca target Freigang on staying in Frankfurt
Bayern Munich, Arsenal and Man City were also linked with the Germany star but she stayed with the Eagles and is ready to show Europe what they can do
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Transfers Premier League
Transfers LIVE: Chelsea join race for Kvaratskhelia
GOAL takes a look at the biggest transfer news and rumours from around the world
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Player ratings Brazil
Wasteful Raphinha sums up sorry Brazil in Argentina loss
Fernando Diniz's side looked out of ideas going forward as they suffered the country's first-ever World Cup qualifying loss on home soil
Breaking News
Revealed: Klopp-esque tradition Mullin can’t stop at Wrexham
Why Man Utd could face Champions League ban after takeover
Beckham names club that got him ‘worried’ in Messi bid
Mullin reveals celebrity guest he wants to avoid at Wrexham
Wrexham's Tunnicliffe suffers setback ahead of Morecambe clash
Chelsea want Kvaradona! Blues join chase for €100m winger
How many years for Wrexham to get to Premier League?
NYRB add brazen Messi clause to ticket offer
Why Sky Sports will reduce Everton vs Man Utd crowd noise
Could Messi have played for Milan? Maldini reveals the details
'I'm the strongest!' - Balotelli pleads for Italy return
Madrid contact De Zerbi over becoming next manager
McKennie admits he 'let people down' at Leeds
Piatak joins Reynolds & McElhenney as latest American owners
Gavi's ACL injury provides good news for Barcelona and Roque!
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Guardiola Manchester City
'Okay, leave' - Guardiola reveals why Palmer joined Chelsea
Pep Guardiola acknowledges that Cole Palmer's summer departure from Manchester City was unfortunate and discloses their pre-transfer talks.
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England Arsenal
Exclusive: England icon Smith on helping Russo & Miedema
The legendary striker won the Champions League, played at an Olympics and produced an iconic Women's World Cup celebration in an incredible career
CULTURE Wolverhampton Wanderers
WATCH: New MUNDIAL film on the birth of U.S. Soccer
Relive the story of the L.A. Wolves and the birth of U.S. Soccer as we know it
MUNDIAL Wolverhampton Wanderers
MUNDIAL film on birth of U.S. soccer set to premiere
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L. Díaz Liverpool
Luis Diaz's father finally released by kidnappers
After almost two weeks since his kidnapping by members of the National Liberation Army (ELN), Liverpool star Luis Diaz's father has been released.

Transfers

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L. Messi MLS
Beckham names club that got him ‘worried’ in Messi bid
David Beckham admits that Barcelona had him “worried” at one stage as Inter Miami fought hard to bring Lionel Messi onto their books.
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Chelsea K. Kvaratskhelia
Chelsea want Kvaradona! Blues join chase for €100m winger
Chelsea have reportedly joined the chase for highly-rated Napoli winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who comes with a €100 million (£87m/$109m) price tag.
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L. Messi Milan
Could Messi have played for Milan? Maldini reveals the details
Paolo Maldini has revealed that AC Milan made desperate attempts to sign Argentina and Inter Miami hero Lionel Messi.
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Real Madrid R. De Zerbi
Madrid contact De Zerbi over becoming next manager
Real Madrid have reportedly contacted Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi over becoming their next manager, replacing Carlo Ancelotti.
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Barcelona La Liga
Gavi's ACL injury provides good news for Barcelona and Roque!
Gavi's anterior cruciate ligament injury may provide some good news for Barcelona as Vitor Roque could be provisionally registered until June.
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Real Madrid Saudi League
'The perfect coach' - Mourinho discusses Real Madrid return
Jose Mourinho has suggested he is more likely to move to Saudi Arabia than return to coach Real Madrid any time soon.
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PSG Goncalo Ramos
PSG pay €80m to make Ramos' Benfica loan permanent
Paris Saint-Germain have confirmed that they have activated a clause to sign Goncalo Ramos on a permanent basis from Benfica.

Premier League

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Manchester United UEFA Champions League
Why Man Utd could face Champions League ban after takeover
Manchester United may lose their spot in the Champions League next season as a result of Sir Jim Ratcliffe acquiring a minority investment.
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Wrexham League Two
How many years for Wrexham to get to Premier League?
Wrexham are on an ascent from the lower tiers of English football and GOAL takes a look at how they can reach the Premier League quickly.
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Everton Manchester United
Why Sky Sports will reduce Everton vs Man Utd crowd noise
Sky Sports are making plans to ensure offensive language is not audible amid fan protests during Everton's upcoming clash with Manchester United.
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Manchester United Liverpool
Man Utd catching strays! Club trolled by billboard outside OT
Manchester United have been savagely trolled, in reference to a leaky Old Trafford, with a billboard by tradespeople directory Checkatrade.
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Manchester United
Explained: Why Ratcliffe Man Utd announcement will be delayed
Manchester United will not be able to confirm Sir Jim Ratcliffe's purchase of a minority stake in the club this week.
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Manchester United Transfers
Ten Hag to axe 13 Man Utd players in transfer clear-out
Manchester United are preparing for a massive clear-out that could see as many as 13 players leave the club over the upcoming transfer windows.
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Chelsea
Explained: Why Chelsea are not considering Craven Cottage
Chelsea are not considering a Craven Cottage ground-share with Fulham as uncertainty over Stamford Bridge future drags on.
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Manchester City Manchester United
🎥 City troll United with Old Trafford knee-slide compilation
Man City have trolled neighbours Man Utd by producing a video compilation of their players' knee-slide celebrations at Old Trafford this season.
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W. Saliba Arsenal
🎥 Saliba hilariously confuses ex-Gunner with Sean Dyche
Arsenal defender William Saliba got a little confused when he his Gunners knowledge was put to the test in a hilarious video.

Primera División

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Barcelona Pablo Gaviria
Barca suspension and injury updates
Find out the latest Barcelona injury and suspension news and expected return dates for those currently sidelined.
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Real Madrid Barcelona
La Liga boss Tebas resigns - but not all is as it seems
Javier Tebas has submitted his resignation as La Liga president, but he is expected to swoop back into power when elections are held.
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M. Greenwood Manchester United
Man Utd outcast Greenwood shows off £23,500 Nike collection
Mason Greenwood has given a rare insight into his life in Spain by showing off his £23,500 trainer collection.
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Real Madrid J. Bellingham
Boost for Real Madrid as Bellingham returns to training
Real Madrid superstar Jude Bellingham has returned to training with Los Blancos after recovering from a shoulder injury.
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Pablo Gaviria Real Madrid
Madrid's Perez sends surprise letter to Gavi after ACL injury
Florentino Perez has put Clasico tensions aside to send Gavi a latter of encouragement after the Spanish midfielder suffered a serious knee injury.
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J. Bellingham Real Madrid
‘What did he win in 2023?’ - Golden Boy Bellingham questioned
Jude Bellingham has seen his Golden Boy triumph called into question, with Hristo Stoichkov asking “what he won” to deserve such recognition.
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L. Messi Cristiano Ronaldo
Messi vs Ronaldo again! Eternal rivals battle for Globe Award
Lionel Messi is locking horns with Cristiano Ronaldo again, with the eternal rivals battling for Globe Soccer Award honours alongside Kylian Mbappe.
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E. Hazard Real Madrid
Hazard turned down massive Saudi offer before retiring
Chelsea legend Eden Hazard decided to retire from the sport despite Saudi Arabian teams offering him agreements worth £1 million per week.
Íñigo Martínez İ. Gündoğan
Barcelona's Martinez responds to fierce Gundogan criticism
Barcelona's Inigo Martinez feels that Ilkay Gundogan did not intend for his criticism of the team to spark controversy after the Clasico defeat.

UEFA Champions League

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R. Højlund Manchester United
Hojlund's best quality? Larsson gives verdict on £72m signing
Henrik Larsson gave his verdict on Rasmus Hojlund's best quality as Man Utd's marquee signing struggles to adapt to the rigours of the Premier League.
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Milan F. Coco
Ex-Milan star was still drunk before famous Barcelona win
Ex-Milan defender Francesco Coco claims he got in from a night out at 7am the day before facing Barcelona in one of his best ever games.
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H. Lozano LA Galaxy
LA Galaxy keen on landing PSV star 'Chucky' Lozano
PSV Eindhoven winger Hirving 'Chucky' Lozano is currently on LA Galaxy's list as they look to sign an attacker for the 2024 season.
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H. Kane Bayern München
Mbappe, CR7 and Crouch?! Kane builds his perfect striker
England and Bayern striker Harry Kane has been asked to build his perfect striker by choosing players for eight attributes.
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TV Guide & Streaming Concacaf World Cup Qualifiers
What's on Paramount+? Series, movies & sport to watch now
If you are considering a trial or just looking for ideas of things to watch, we've got you covered.
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Premier League MLS
Wenger's offside change under consideration - and Lalas approves!
A major offside rule change put forward by Arsene Wenger is being considered by IFAB, with USMNT legend Alexi Lalas claiming he endorses the move.
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E. Camavinga Real Madrid
Madrid's Camavinga's injury confirmed by France
Real Madrid released an update on French midfielder Eduardo Camavinga, who sustained an injury while on national duty.
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H. Kane Bayern München
Kane revelas Muller took him under his wing after move to Germany
Harry Kane made a sensational move from Tottenham Hotspur to Bayern Munich and has now revealed which teammate has helped him through the move.
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United States R. Pepi
Tour of America incoming! Why PSV are signing USMNT stars
PSV have been diving into the American talent pool of late, with Bolo Zenden explaining the benefits of snapping up USMNT stars.

Serie A

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W. McKennie Leeds United
McKennie admits he 'let people down' at Leeds
Weston McKennie has admitted that his loan spell at Leeds did not go as well as he expected and feels he "let certain people down".
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P. Pogba Juventus
Rabiot backs 'disheartened' Pogba after doping scandal
Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot has pledged his support to Paul Pogba, who awaits his punishment after failing a doping test.
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C. Pulisic United States
USMNT star Pulisic is back in Milan training!
U.S. men's national team winger Christian Pulisic provided an update on his fitness on Tuesday.
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R. Lukaku Chelsea
Revealed: What Lukaku needs to do to secure £37m move to Roma
Chelsea are reportedly ready to sell Romelu Lukaku for £37m as Roma look to raise funds in order to purchase the Belgian star.
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T. Weah United States
Derby d'Italia blow! USMNT star Weah sees Juve return postponed
United States international Tim Weah has seen his return to action at Juventus postponed, forcing him to sit out a Derby d’Italia clash with Inter.
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Milan Rafael Leão
Leao: Ibra 'only spoke to me when I played badly' for Milan
AC Milan star Rafael Leao has opened up on his relationship with Zlatan Ibrahimovic and also revealed his best friend in the San Siro dressing room.
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Milan Internazionale
Serie A top scorers 2023-24: Capocannoniere race
GOAL brings you all this season's leading marksmen from Italy's top division - who will come out on top?
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R. Lukaku Belgium
WATCH: Lukaku smashes his FOURTH goal in 37 minutes for Belgium
Belgium frontman Romelu Lukaku scored four goals within 37 astonishing minutes against Azerbaijan in Euro 2024 qualifying on Sunday.
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Z. Ibrahimović Milan
Ibrahimovic reveals Ferrari collection at Las Vegas Grand Prix
Zlatan Ibrahimovic took the opportunity to boast about his Ferrari collection during the inaugural Las Vegas Grand Prix.