Arsenal legend David Seaman has delivered a stinging assessment of Manchester United’s recent performances, claiming it is "easy" for Bruno Fernandes to stand out in a side he described as "rubbish." The former England goalkeeper believes the accolades for Player of the Year should instead favour stars from the title-winning Gunners squad.

Trent Alexander-Arnold will have had “sleepless nights” and the odd regret since his move to Real Madrid, but Danny Murphy has told GOAL that he would be “gobsmacked” to see the Liverpool academy graduate back at Anfield. Questions are being asked of the England international’s future following a tough debut season in Spain and failure to secure a spot in Thomas Tuchel’s 2026 World Cup squad.

Manchester United legend Teddy Sheringham has strongly backed Michael Carrick’s permanent managerial appointment at Old Trafford, fiercely dismissing any lazy comparisons to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's tenure. The former striker insists that the newly-appointed manager possesses the rare tactical acumen required to potentially replicate Pep Guardiola's historic trajectory at Barcelona.

Algeria attacking midfielder Ibrahim Maza has confidently targeted a historic victory over Argentina in their upcoming 2026 World Cup opening match. The 20-year-old Bayer Leverkusen prospect arrived in the United States ahead of the tournament and immediately shared his fearless ambitions, dismissive of the reigning world champions' psychological tactics.

This is Legacy, GOAL’s feature and podcast series that counts 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 dive into the rise of the Lionel Messi in the United States, the emotional connection that transformed Miami, his seismic impact on U.S. soccer, and the possibility that the upcoming World Cup might offer him the most fitting stage of his career - one built around comfort, belonging, and a crowd that treats him like their own hero.

Lionel Messi is preparing for a record-breaking sixth World Cup appearance, but the player heading to the tournament is unrecognizable from the teenager who first burst onto the scene. While most elite stars adapt to decline, the Inter Miami talisman has spent two decades adapting to stay ahead of the game.

Monaco’s rising star Maghnes Akliouche has officially opened the door to a high-profile move this summer, acknowledging that his time at the Stade Louis II is likely coming to an end. The 24-year-old playmaker has been heavily linked with European heavyweights PSG and Liverpool following a breakout campaign in Ligue 1.

Bayern Munich are on the verge of completing their first major transfer coup of the summer window after making a significant breakthrough with Eintracht Frankfurt. The Bavarian giants have agreed a deal in principle to sign highly-rated Germany international defender Nathaniel Brown, a player heavily requested by head coach Vincent Kompany.

Manchester City have seen a staggering £106 million bid for midfield star Elliot Anderson rejected by Nottingham Forest. The Manchester giants are pushing hard to secure the 23-year-old, but the Tricky Trees are holding out for a fee that would shatter the British transfer record.

The United States Women’s National Team secured a gritty 1-0 victory over Brazil on Tuesday night, but the football was almost entirely overshadowed by total anarchy on the pitch. In a highly contentious game, the officiating took center stage as a staggering eight red cards were issued to the home side's players and coaching staff.

GOAL tracks all the qualification campaigns for the 2027 Women's World Cup, breaking down which teams have qualified and which nations could soon join them

A complete guide to the United States' year, including the SheBelieves Cup and fixtures in qualifying for the 2027 Women's World Cup