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  1. FIFA changes policy after Tuchel complaint

    Thomas Tuchel has successfully persuaded FIFA to alter its pre-match media guidelines following a frustrating experience during his tournament debut in Texas. The England head coach complained that a dense wall of press photographers completely obstructed his view of the players during the national anthems, prompting football's governing body to launch an immediate tactical compromise.

  2. Diomande is a PROBLEM! But should Liverpool buy him for €120m?

    Mohamed Salah's end-of-season exit left Liverpool with a major problem - and Yan Diomande looks like the best possible solution. Unfortunately for the Reds, they're likely to have as much trouble signing the teenage sensation this summer as Ecuador's defenders had trying to keep up with him in Philadelphia on Sunday. In a way, Diomande's dazzling display on his World Cup debut was a positive for Liverpool, as it illustrated precisely why they believe he could have a transformative effect on an attack that struggled so badly last season.

  3. World Cup 2026 Golden Boot standings: Kane joins the party

    The 2026 World Cup is underway and so is the race for the prestigious Golden Boot - the award given to the tournament's top scorer. There's a long road ahead as 48 nations battle for the top prize, but which star will take home the illustrious award? Here are GOAL's predicted candidates for the prize as we keep track of the tournament's most prolific stars

  4. Casemiro out, Endrick in & Brazil changes Ancelotti must make

    There was something all-too predictable about Brazil's performance in their World Cup opener against Morocco. Having been consistently inconsistent since Carlo Ancelotti was appointed a year ago, a disjointed display in New Jersey yielded only a point as the Selecao were forced to rely on a moment of magic from Vinicius Jr to snatch an equaliser. Looking ahead, the Italian tactician has plenty of food for thought.

  5. 'Making a fantastic effort' - Pulisic status down to the wire

    Mauricio Pochettino says Christian Pulisic's availability for the U.S. Men's National Team's second World Cup match will go right down to the wire as the star winger deals with an injury suffered in the team's tournament-opening win over Paraguay. The USMNT boss said Pulisic will be analyzed by medical staff on Thursday night before a decision is made ahead of Friday's match in Seattle.

  1. WC 2026 breaks attendance, TV records amid host-nation buzz

    The 2026 FIFA World Cup is already setting records on and off the pitch. More than 1.5 million fans have attended matches through June 17, while over 54 million viewers tuned in across the United States, Mexico, and Canada to watch the host nations open their campaigns. The tournament has delivered record-breaking crowds, television audiences, and streaming numbers.

  2. Inter confirm Chivu contract extension

    Inter Milan have officially announced that head coach Cristian Chivu has signed a contract extension that will keep him at San Siro until 2028. The former Nerazzurri defender has been rewarded for a sensational debut season in the dugout that saw the club secure both the Serie A title and the Coppa Italia.

  3. Tottenham confirm £52m Van Hecke transfer

    Tottenham have officially confirmed the acquisition of Dutch international Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton & Hove Albion in a deal worth a reported £52 million ($69m). The talented centre-back becomes the third major arrival of the summer window at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, following the free transfer captures of Marcos Senesi and Andy Robertson.

  4. Yan Diomande RB Leipzig 2025

    Liverpool table €100m transfer offer for Diomande

    Liverpool have made a major statement in the transfer market by reportedly submitting a formal €100m offer for RB Leipzig sensation Yan Diomande. The Reds are looking to steal a march on Paris Saint-Germain for the teenage forward, though Leipzig remain reluctant to sanction a sale this summer.

  5. 'Portugal better without him!' - Ronaldo urged to 'step aside'

    Cristiano Ronaldo’s role in the Portugal national team has come under intense scrutiny once again following a frustrating start to their 2026 World Cup campaign. After a 1-1 draw against DR Congo, former Ghana international Kevin-Prince Boateng has suggested that the legendary forward may need to sacrifice his starting spot for the good of the collective.