Premier League heavyweights Arsenal and Liverpool have intensified their scouting of Galatasaray playmaker Aleksey Batrakov after sending officials to watch him in European action this week. The 21-year-old Russian attacker has quickly caught the eye in Turkey following his summer switch from boyhood club Lokomotiv Moscow.
AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan has addressed the controversial incident that saw him sent off during the Rossoneri's recent European trip to Bournemouth. The French international expressed deep regret over the red card, admitting that his actions did not represent the standards he sets for himself as a leader.
Chelsea forward Joao Pedro has opened up on his remarkable transformation at Stamford Bridge, detailing how Xabi Alonso has helped him reach new heights in the Premier League. The Brazilian attacker also shed light on the initial conversation he had with Cole Palmer to ensure there was no friction within the Blues' ranks.
Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana, currently spending the season on loan in the Turkish Super Lig, was reportedly involved in a serious road accident on Thursday night. The Cameroon international was taken to a local hospital for medical assessment following a frightening high-speed collision involving multiple vehicles.
German heavyweights Borussia Dortmund have teamed up with main sponsor Vodafone to launch a digital initiative encouraging match-going supporters to keep their mobile phones in their pockets at Signal Iduna Park. Fans who refrain from checking their screens while the ball is in play will collect points to win exclusive BVB prizes.
Oliver Kahn has expressed significant reservations regarding Julian Nagelsmann potentially taking the reins at Manchester United. As pressure mounts on current manager Michael Carrick, the former Bayern Munich CEO suggests that Old Trafford might not be the ideal environment for the 39-year-old tactician.
Former Premier League midfielder Robbie Savage criticised AC Milan head coach Ruben Amorim for smiling on the touchline during Thursday's heavy 3-0 Europa League defeat at Bournemouth. The Portuguese tactician endured a miserable return to English football as the Cherries dismantled the seven-time European champions at a rain-soaked Vitality Stadium.
Real Madrid star Aurelien Tchouameni has finally broken his silence about the controversial incident involving teammate Federico Valverde that rocked the Bernabeu dressing room last season. Despite the club handing out heavy fines to both players, the Frenchman insists the situation was blown out of proportion by the media.
Arsenal are plotting a winter transfer raid on Spanish giants Atletico Madrid as Mikel Arteta looks to address a glaring shortage of wide options at the Emirates Stadium. Recruitment chiefs have turned their attention back to versatile La Liga winger Alex Baena after sanctioning two high-profile attacking departures during the summer window.
Monaco may be the “only place in Europe where the players know the fans and the fans don't know the players”, Gilles Grimandi has admitted to GOAL, but Eric Dier has been saluted for continuing his late-career renaissance with the Ligue 1 giants. The former Tottenham star attracted criticism during his time in England, but has thrived since leaving north London.
Getafe president Angel Torres has delivered a stinging rebuke to manager Jose Bordalas following the club's disappointing Conference League defeat to Lugano. The tension at the Coliseum has reached boiling point after the coach publicly accused the hierarchy of failing to deliver on recruitment promises.
Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany has called for calm regarding the recent form of teenage attacker Lennart Karl after leaving the youngster on the bench against Arsenal. Despite a reduction in playing time at the Allianz Arena, the Belgian tactician insists the highly-rated forward retains the full backing of his staff.
Barcelona midfielder Pedri insists Sunday's heavyweight La Liga showdown against fierce rivals Real Madrid provides the ideal opportunity to recover from their midweek Champions League setback in France. Hansi Flick's table-toppers saw their unbeaten start to the campaign ended by a 4-2 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday night.
Thibaut Courtois is still the “best” goalkeeper in world football, ex-Belgium international Philippe Albert has told GOAL, with the Real Madrid custodian considered to have fended off competition from the likes of David Raya, Gianluigi Donnarumma and Alisson. A standing at the very top of the global game has been enjoyed by Courtois for well over a decade.
Paulo Fonseca has staunchly defended his decision to field a heavily rotated Lyon side following their comprehensive 3-0 Europa League defeat at Hoffenheim. The Portuguese coach opted to rest several key starters in Germany, prioritising the upcoming domestic summit against Paris Saint-Germain.
Antonio Conte has reportedly given the green light to a potential move to Manchester United, but the former Chelsea and Juventus boss has laid out two significant demands before he agrees to take the hotseat. With Michael Carrick facing intense scrutiny following a disastrous run of form, the Italian tactician has emerged as one of the favourites to lead a rescue mission at Old Trafford.
Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has firmly dismissed renewed speculation that he is preparing to relinquish control of the Italian heavyweights following a recent meeting in the city. The veteran film producer also disclosed that he previously turned down a staggering multi-billion-euro proposal from Middle Eastern investors.
Head coach Fabian Hurzeler was left frustrated by poor finishing after Brighton were held to a surprise goalless Conference League draw away against Jablonec. The disappointing stalemate in the Czech Republic brought an abrupt end to the impressive six-match winning streak the Premier League outfit had built up across all competitions this season.
Manuel Ugarte has endured a nightmare spell at Manchester United, with form and fitness proving difficult to come by, but Gus Poyet has told GOAL that his fellow Uruguayan may yet earn redemption and a second chance at Old Trafford. The South American midfielder is currently working his way back from surgery after suffering knee ligament damage at the 2026 World Cup.
Arsenal fixtures against Manchester United are always lively and it's no different when fans of both clubs go head-to-head. Watch AliceTalksFootball and Kofi B take on Daniyal Khan and Rory Talks Football as they defend their controversial hot takes in the second episode of The Rondo!
Gianni Infantino has received a significant boost in his quest for a third term as FIFA president after the Asian Football Confederation performed a dramatic U-turn to endorse his leadership. The move comes just months after the AFC joined other continental bodies in a fierce criticism of the Swiss-Italian official over a controversial World Cup investment plan.
Former Premier League striker Troy Deeney believes Manchester United boss Michael Carrick invited Bruno Fernandes' recent tactical criticism by failing to drop Lisandro Martinez last week. The Old Trafford skipper publicly questioned his manager's approach following Wednesday's humbling 4-1 Champions League defeat away at Como.
Luciano Spalletti was left infuriated after Juventus dropped points against Rennes in the Europa League, using Lionel Messi as the ultimate example of what his squad is currently lacking. The Bianconeri boss pointed to a lack of individual mental sharpness as the primary hurdle preventing his side from reaching the next level of European competition.
Former Bournemouth winger Marc Pugh has backed Eddie Howe to take over from under-fire head coach Michael Carrick at Manchester United. The 48-year-old tactician has emerged as a leading contender for the Old Trafford hotseat after Wednesday's humbling 4-1 Champions League defeat away at Como extended the club's winless run.
Philippe Albert has told GOAL that Manchester City star Jeremy Doku is capable of hitting the heights scaled by fellow left wingers Vinicius Junior and Luis Diaz. The Belgium international forward has been made aware of where he needs to improve in order to join the global elite, with the tricky 24-year-old being accused of trying too much at times.
FIFA has officially announced that the United States will play host to the first-ever Women’s Club World Cup in 2028, marking a massive milestone for the professional game. Alongside this landmark hosting decision, the governing body has committed to a significant financial boost for the 2027 Women’s World Cup in Brazil to ensure players and clubs receive greater rewards than ever before.
Football icons Hristo Stoichkov and Arsene Wenger have thrown their weight behind the inaugural FIFA U-15 World Cup & Festival ahead of Saturday's kick-off in Azerbaijan. The newly created international tournament brings more than 3,000 young players, coaches and officials to Baku for six days of meaningful competition across roughly 1,000 matches.
Two wins from eleven, 13th in the league, and humbled at Como. If the axe falls, INEOS reportedly have three realistic names on their list: Nagelsmann, Howe, and Conte. We put the numbers against the noise.
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