Trevor RuszkowskiMajor League SoccerNew York City FCNo Pirlo, no problem for NYCFCGoal takes an analytical look back at the weekend in MLS, including Yangel Herrera's performance for New York City FC in place of Andrea Pirlo.
LiverpoolPremier LeagueLiverpool take advantage of rivals' slipsThe German produced a goal of utter magnificence as the Reds recorded a third away win on the spin to put pressure on their top-four rivals
Jason GetzMajor League SoccerDC UnitedMLS Wrap: DCU's lesson for AtlantaAtlanta United looked primed for a blowout win Sunday, but instead came away with a loss and a lesson that may help the expansion team eventually.
Getty ImagesPremier LeagueArsenalSinging Chelsea are champions-electThe Blues came through what could have been a stern examination at Everton and took a giant step towards finishing first
GettyPremier LeagueLiverpoolSuperior Liverpool deserve CL placeJurgen Klopp’s men head to Watford with a massive advantage in the top-four battle and have to fully profit from the setbacks of their rivals
Julio Cesar AguirreLiga MXMonterreyFive things from Liga MX Round 16While multiple teams missed opportunities to shore up their playoff positioning, the battle for the drop saw a pair of clubs find a boost.
Getty ImagesPremier LeagueArsenalSpurs now where Arsenal used to beWenger hasn't won against Spurs in six league games and the demoralising performance epitomised a dismal domestic season
GettyChelseaPremier LeagueWhy would Chelsea want Lukaku back?The Blues may not wish to waste a huge chunk of their transfer budget on their former player when their own players are performing so well
Manchester UnitedPremier LeagueRash dive can't help Utd break top fourThe England striker's actions will be under the microscope after his penalty win but the hosts were still unable to see off Swansea at Old Trafford
GettyA-League MenMelbourne VictoryCOMMENT: Sydney shouldn't fear VictoryThe Sky Blues cruised into next week's championship decider, while the Big V wasted numerous chances against Brisbane Roar
getty imagesPremier LeagueTottenhamWhy diving is a good thingThere has been discussion around diving in the game this week but there is no question over whether or not it's an "imported" phenomenon
Ligue 1Paris Saint-GermainWhy Balotelli must not follow Ben ArfaThe Italian has had a solid first season in France, but it would be wise to be patient before trying to rush back to a top club, as the France man did
GettyBayern MunichBundesligaBayern need more to win UCLCarlo Ancelotti's side sealed the German domestic title with a 6-0 win, but their route to European success will not be quite as comfortable
GettyLaLigaReal MadridMadrid must sell Benzema this summerThe Frenchman failed to score yet again as Marcelo came to the rescue late on against Valencia, proving it is time to sell the No.9
Getty ImagesReal MadridLaLigaCR7 wants Lewy; will he want Madrid?The Portuguese forward is reportedly keen to see the Pole arrive in Spain but would such a move be right and offer anything different at the Bernabeu?
Getty ImagesMiddlesbroughPremier LeagueWhy Middlesbrough need a miracle With just four games left to play for Steve Agnew's side, a lack of goals, wins, and a terrible run of fixtures spells doom for Boro
A-League MenBrisbane Roar FCHistory-maker Maclaren deserves more creditThe Australian striker made history in last week's elimination final win over Western Sydney Wanderers but few have seemingly noticed
Real MadridBarcelonaThe story behind Pep's Mourinho rantAhead of the Manchester Derby, we take a closer look at a fascinating coaching rivalry with this extract from Marti Perarnau's book on Pep Guardiola
Getty ImagesReal MadridTransfersJames can still save Real careerThe Colombian playmaker added two more goals to his Clasico strike to prove he remains a useful man to have around for Los Blancos
GettyArsenalPremier LeagueArsenal learn to win ugly againArsene Wenger's side secured three precious points thanks to Robert Huth's late own goal, which boosted their chances of finishing in the top four
Getty ImagesBarcelonaLaLigaGomes gatecrashes Messi's partyThe Portuguese midfielder has been the scapegoat at Camp Nou for much of this season but there are finally signs that he could yet prove a success
GettyPremier LeagueNightmares behind the football dreamThe ever-excellent Michael Calvin's latest book 'No Hunger in Paradise' poses a crucial question: "What is football doing to our kids?"
GettyTransfersMonacoHow Monaco outsmarted the SheikhsTop of Ligue 1 and in the final four of the Champions League, the side from the principality have outshone their big-spending rivals this term
GettyArsenalPremier LeagueHolding the future of Arsenal & England The 21-year-old defender impressed against Middlesbrough and Manchester City and deserves a run in the team alongside Laurent Koscielny
ChelseaPremier LeagueCosta back to kill Spurs' title hopesThe Blues striker looks to have rediscovered his form just at the right time to push the Stamford Bridge outfit over the finishing line
Ligue 1LyonLucas Tousart: The next N'Golo Kante?The midfielder is emerging as one of the best young talents in Ligue 1 and is attracting interest from the likes of Manchester United
Alexander ScheuberMexicoFabian's form boosts El Tri depthFour goals in three Bundesliga games have the ex-Chivas midfielder looking like a starting option for El Tri this summer.
Kelvin KuoMajor League SoccerSeattle Sounders FCSounders return to MLS Cup formulaGoal takes an analytical look at Week 8 in MLS, including Jordan Morris' standout performance on the left flank and Orlando City's diamond midfield
Getty ImagesReal MadridTransfersBale more Kaka than CristianoOnce the world's most expensive footballer, the Welshman like the Brazilian who came before him, has not been on the pitch often enough for Real
TelamCopa LibertadoresLaLigaMeet Messi's namesake RodriguezAt 32, the Atletico idol does not exactly look like the average professional but he makes up for it by showing some scintillating skills on the pitch