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  1. Ronaldo needs a World Cup to match his legendary status

    The tears began to flow down Cristiano Ronaldo's cheeks as soon as the full-time whistle blew at the Al Thumama Stadium in Doha on the night of December 10, 2022. The forward was so upset by Portugal's shock World Cup quarter-final loss to Morocco he couldn't even bring himself to acknowledge his side's supporters. The pain was too great. So great, in fact, that he wasn't able to properly express his devastation until the following day - and even then only in a social media post.

  2. Class of '26 or Golden Generation? England squads ranked

    'Golden Generation'. Football has Adam Crozier, the former chief of the Football Association, to blame for the term, after he famously dubbed the England team as such following their 5-1 battering of Germany in a World Cup qualifier in Munich. It was a remarkable performance, but also a potentially catastrophic turn of phrase.

  3. Messi completed football - so why play another World Cup?

    Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni included Lionel Messi in his 2026 World Cup squad on Thursday, even though his captain isn't "fully fit". Of course, neither revelation was particularly surprising. Messi was widely expected to be a part of his the Albiceleste's title defence - just as it was always unlikely that he'd been in optimal physical condition.

  4. RANKED: 100 most iconic moments in World Cup history

    The World Cup has had no shortage of iconic moments across nearly 100 years of history. Every four years, billions of fans congregate to watch a tournament that has provided more drama, heartbreak and joy than any other event in sporting history. Football's grandest stage, the World Cup has always offered a platform for legends to be born, but it has also seen reputations destroyed and the downfall of so many famous faces.

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  1. Arsenal will regret letting McCabe leave to join Chelsea

    It's here. The 2026 summer transfer window has arrived and it promises to be an extremely eventful one in the women's game, with stars like Alexia Putellas, Sam Kerr and Beth Mead all set to be on the move in the coming weeks and months. There are plenty of deals that have been rumoured and reported for some time, with only the official announcements seemingly left to be done, but there will be some shocks along the way too, as always.

  2. Biggest stars who failed to qualify for World Cup 2026

    We are now just over a week out from the 2026 World Cup finals in the United States, Canada and Mexico, with all 48 teams making their way to North America with dreams of glory driving them. All of the pre-qualifying favourites made it safely through, including Spain, Brazil, England, France and defending champions Argentina.

  3. LEGACY: From Mexico to Qatar - Morocco's World Cup journey

    This is Legacy, GOAL’s podcast and feature series that is counting 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 revisit the matches that shaped Morocco's identity, the coaches and players who carried the hope of a nation, and the moment that proved nothing is impossible when a country decides to dream together.

Premier League

  1. Bowen considering transfer that will be ‘devastating’ for wife Dani

    Jarrod Bowen is facing a career-defining crossroads that could have massive repercussions for his family life following West Ham United’s shock relegation to the Championship. The Hammers captain, who is married to former Love Island star Dani Dyer, is reportedly weighing up his future after the club’s 15-year stay in the top flight came to a heartbreaking end.

  2. Yan Diomande RB Leipzig 2025

    Diomande reveals who has replaced Ronaldo as inspiration source

    RB Leipzig sensation Yan Diomande has opened up on the evolution of his game as Europe’s elite clubs scramble for his signature ahead of a potential blockbuster summer move. The Ivorian winger, who has become one of the most feared attackers in the Bundesliga, is currently at the centre of a massive transfer tussle involving Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain.

  3. Cleared to replace Mourinho! Silva leaving Fulham

    Marco Silva is officially leaving Fulham this summer, paving the way for a sensational switch to Benfica. The Portuguese manager departs after five successful seasons to succeed Jose Mourinho. With the 'Special One' heading back to crisis-hit Real Madrid, Silva prepares to take over in Lisbon despite receiving a lucrative £8 million-a-year offer to remain at Craven Cottage.

Major League Soccer

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    MLS sends record 44 active players to 2026 World Cup

    MLS will be represented by a record 44 active players at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the most of any league in the Western Hemisphere. The league also announced that 103 current and former MLS players will compete in the tournament, highlighting the growing impact of MLS clubs, academies, and MLS NEXT Pro on the global stage.

Transfer News

  1. Real Madrid close in on Konate following shock Liverpool exit

    France international defender Ibrahima Konate is reportedly closing in on a sensational move to Real Madrid, just days after his emotional departure from Liverpool was officially confirmed. The 27-year-old centre-back leaves Anfield as a free agent this summer following a sudden breakdown in contract talks, paving the way for a lucrative switch to the Spanish giants.

Women's Soccer

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    FIFA project aims to better support women’s soccer players

    FIFA has launched its Female Health and Performance Project, an initiative aimed at advancing research, education and support for women’s soccer players at every level of the game, with a focus on training methods, health resources and performance guidance designed specifically for female athletes as the women’s game continues to grow globally.

  2. Campbell replaces injured Tullis-Joyce on USWNT June squad

    Houston Dash goalkeeper Jane Campbell has been called into U.S. women’s national team camp as an injury replacement for Manchester United’s Phallon Tullis-Joyce ahead of two June friendlies against Brazil. Tullis-Joyce was ruled out after suffering an injury during the World Sevens Football tournament in London, opening the door for Campbell’s return.

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