Getty/GOALPower rankingsBallon d'OrBallon d'Or 2025: Salah rockets to No.1 as Mbappe & Haaland fallRodri's season-ending injury means he won't be defending the trophy he won in 2024, so who are the main contenders to succeed the Spaniard?
GOALAnalysisFIFA Club World CupCould football's top players REALLY go on strike next year? GOAL speaks to some of the major figures involved in a labour dispute over workload and employee rights that could cause even more controversy
Getty/GOALAnalysisD. AlliWhat next for Dele? Forgotten man's battle to save his careerThe 28-year-old remains without a club after leaving Goodison Park in the summer, but has been tipped to make a sensational comeback
Getty ImagesPlayer ratingsChelsea FC WomenBronze strike sends Chelsea cruising into UWCL knockoutsThe champions of England didn't look back after the Lionesses' star's early goal, with Wieke Kaptein also on the scoresheet at Stamford Bridge
NWSLOrlando PrideThe story of how Spirit, Pride made it to NWSL ChampionshipThe meeting of the top two seeds in the NWSL playoffs promises to entertain, and marks the culmination of a year of growth for the league
GettyAnalysisM. PochettinoThe Rondo: USMNT wins, Juve-Milan predictions, MLS playoffsGOAL US writers discuss takeaways from U.S. beating Jamaica, and look ahead to Milan-Juventus and MLS conference semifinals
AnalysisUSATessmann surprise winner of USMNT camp, so what's next?Tessmann was quietly one of the USMNT's best performers, as the midfielder had the perfect breakout camp to close 2024
Getty/GOALAnalysisInter Miami CFZidane, Xavi & the top candidates to become Inter Miami bossThe Supporters' Shield winners are looking for a new coach ahead of what could prove to be the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner's final season in Florida
GettyOpinionL. MessiMiami must make Messi happy for what could be his final runThe Herons have no choice but to hire a head coach to keep their star man happy as he approaches what could be his last year in MLS
AnalysisBirminghamBig names, big bucks, but do owners Watt and Brady 'get' soccer?What happens when retired athletes become owners? GOAL looks at positives, negatives of two NFL legends representing EFL clubs
GettyMexicoMexico vs HondurasAguirre's bold decisions pay off in Mexico's dominant winIt might be Aguirre's third stint as Mexico's manager, but he's showing he's still has new tricks up his sleeve.
GOAL Power rankingsWorld CupWorld Cup power rankings: Brazil & Belgium have big problems!How are the tournament favourites and the three host nations shaping up just over a year-and-a-half out from the big kick-off?
GettyOpinionManchester CitySix stars City should target to cure Pep's biggest headacheThe champions are still reeling from losing four games in a row, but buying a midfielder to fill their Rodri-shaped hole could get them back on track
GOALOpinionTransfersHit or miss? 25 most expensive transfers of the 21st centuryGOAL runs through the most costly deals since the turn of the millennium and judges whether they have been successes or failures
Getty/GOALPlayer ratingsBrazilVini outshone by Valverde as Brazil held by UruguayThe Ballon d'Or runner-up failed to make an impact again as Dorival Jr's side dropped more points in Salvador
Getty ImagesPlayer ratingsArgentinaMagnificent Messi assist for Lautaro stunner downs PeruThe Inter Miami star set up Lautaro Martinez for the only goal of the game as Lionel Scaloni's side stretched their lead at the top of the table
GOAL/IMAGNOpinionAtlanta UnitedAre Guzan, Atlanta United the MLS team of destiny in 2024?Fueled by a mix of self-confidence and good fortune, Atlanta are looking to extend this 2024 MLS postseason run long as they can
AnalysisUSAStock up, stock down: Pepi, Tessmann quality on full displayThe USMNT advanced to the Nation's League semifinals with a pair of wins over Jamaica, and GOAL looks at players on the rise, decline
GOALAnalysisChelsea FC WomenChelsea young guns driving perfect start to post-Hayes eraWhile stars like Sam Kerr and Lauren James have been sidelined, the reigning WSL champions have been able to count on some top young talents
Getty OpinionEnglandHow England should line up once Tuchel takes chargeThe German is about to inherit one of the most talented squads in international football with one clear mission: leading them to World Cup glory
GettyWinners & LosersUSAPulisic so strong, Pochettino vibes even stronger in U.S. winA new manager and an undisputed star made things easy for the USMNT in their Nations League quarterfinal rout of Jamaica
Player ratingsUSAPulisic, Pepi provide punch, Weah wows as USMNT rout JamaicaAfter a 1-0 win in Kingston, the U.S. cruised to a 4-2 win in St. Louis to book a spot in the CONCACAF Nations League semifinals
Getty/GOALAnalysisUSA'Year of surprise' - USWNT's Hayes wants to maintain momentumHayes is embracing the challenge, including a 24-member squad that features some new names, along with some major absentees
Getty Images/GOALPlayer ratingsPortugalFelix dazzles but Ronaldo-less Portugal lack finishersRoberto Martinez's side showed off their strength in depth but lacked a clinical edge without their most illustrious stars
AnalysisUSAScally, USMNT's throwback fullback, stepping into spotlightGiven his biggest opportunity, Scally reflects on his own path and his place in the USMNT narrative leading to the 2026 World Cup
Getty/GOALOpinionEnglandKane's class - but England need new No.9 to lead World Cup bidThe Three Lions captain is still a shining example to the younger generation, but the new manager shouldn't be building his team around him
GOALWinners & LosersEnglandEngland's biggest winners & losers from the Nations LeagueA Euro 2024 hangover was avoided by the beaten finalists as they ripped off a run of five wins from six games to restore their feel-good factor
GOAL OpinionSerie ATop 25 Serie A players of the 21st century - rankedGOAL counts down the finest players to have graced Italy's top flight since 2000, based on talent, trophies, longevity and impact
Getty/GOALWinners & LosersEnglandCarsley leaves new England boss Tuchel with perfect presentThe German now has even more reasons to look forward to taking charge of the Three Lions in January after a resounding win at Wembley
Getty/GOALAnalysisUSATo put Copa red card behind, USMNT's Weah only looking aheadAfter his egregious foul put the U.S. at a massive disadvantage in Copa America, the veteran is seeking fresh start with new-look USMNT
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