Analysis

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NXGN Chelsea
Why Chelsea are chasing Ajax wonderkid Hato
The 19-year-old defender was a standout performer for his side in the 2024-25 campaign, and is now in line for a Premier League switch
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England S. Wiegman
Wiegman must stop playing with fire for England to win Euros
Plenty of questions have been asked of the manager throughout this tournament, despite the defending champions reaching a third-successive major final
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Arsenal E. Nwaneri
How does Nwaneri fit in to Arsenal's new-look front five?
The 18-year-old is set to play a new position at the Emirates Stadium after the club's busy transfer window
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USA FEATURES
State of the USMNT - Midfielders: 'MMA' no longer inevitable
With the 2026 World Cup less than a year away, GOAL looks at the state of the central midfielders vying for spots next summer
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USA J. Cardoso
Grading the biggest USMNT deals: Tillman, Cardoso, Agyemang
All summer, GOAL US is handing out grades for the biggest transfers involving USMNT stars
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L. Messi Inter Miami CF
The Rondo: Impact of Messi skipping MLS All-Star Game?
The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner will not play in Wednesday's All-Star Game, and GOAL US writers debate what it means for MLS
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MLS All-Stars Liga MX
'Brings all of MLS together' - All-Stars value unique tradition
ASGs might have lost some of their prestige, but for MLS All-Stars, being selected still comes with pride and opportunity
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Major League Soccer FEATURES
How MLS revived beloved tradition with Goalie Wars at ASG
The tradition has been brought back by MLS, and is now once again part of the All Star Game landscape
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Major League Soccer MLS All-Stars
Remembering first MLS All-Star Game: A true American spectacle
Ahead of this week's midsummer matchup, GOAL looks back 30 years at the first MLS All-Star Game in New Jersey
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V. Osimhen Transfers
Why is Osimhen set to spend his best years at Galatasaray?
The Nigerian planned to join one of Europe's elite upon leaving Napoli, but his loan stay in Istanbul is about to be made permanent
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Germany A. Berger
Cancer survivor Berger out to end Spain's Euros bid
After becoming well-known in England during her time with Chelsea, more chapters in the shot-stopper's incredible story are being written at Euro 2025
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Newcastle United Transfers
How Newcastle became the window's biggest losers so far
The striker's future is still up in the air despite Liverpool's approach being rebuffed, and Eddie Howe and Co. are struggling badly to make additions

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Ipswich Rhode Island FC
How Rhode Island, USL 'cornered the market' in authenticity
The founder of Rhode Island FC and part owner of Ipswich has built a fine portfolio and proved that smart, sustainable growth works
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Major League Soccer Charlotte FC
'That's football' - Agyemang exit epitomizes MLS cap conundrum
Charlotte FC get full credit for developing the small college striker, but could do little to prevent his exit
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Major League Soccer MLS All-Stars
MLS ASG moments: Guardiola's meltdown, Kaka being Kaka
Ahead of this week's midsummer matchup, GOAL looks at some of the most iconic moments in MLS All-Star history
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England L. Bronze
Lionesses legend Bronze using experience to drive Euros bid
The Chelsea defender grabbed the quarter-final win over Sweden by the scruff of the neck and will be vital again in Tuesday's clash with Italy
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Italy C. Girelli
Revitalised Italy icon Girelli out to end Lionesses Euros bid
Winner of last season's Serie A Golden Boot at the age of 35, the Juventus striker is now at the forefront of the Azzurre's incredible summer
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Barcelona M. Rashford
Why Rashford won't just be a bench-warmer at Barcelona
The England international hasn't looked like a world-class player for two years, but he could see plenty of game time in Catalunya
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San Jose Earthquakes C. Espinoza
'Changed the mindset' - San Jose's Espinoza on Arena
GOAL Convo: The Argentine winger's game has improved immensely this season - and his new manager has given him an extra lift
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Major League Soccer Liga MX
The Rondo: Will Messi make his MLS All-Star Game debut?
GOAL US writers discuss the state of MLS ASG, which will provide plenty of star power - with potential for Messi to make his debut
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Major League Soccer FEATURES
Are All-Star Games broken? Sport spectacles lose relevancy
With ASGs increasingly more exhibition than competition, leagues have turned to gimmicks, revamped formats to attract attention
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USA C. Richards
State of the USMNT - Centerbacks: Richards and who?
With the 2026 World Cup less than a year away, GOAL looks at the state of the central defenders vying for spots next summer
Annapolis Blues
Annapolis Blues USL League Two
Why Annapolis Blues are proof USL League Two can blossom
The semi-pro Blues, largely owned by locals, are one of the best-attended franchises in lower league soccer
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Liverpool Transfers
Is £78m Ekitike just another Nunez or Liverpool's new Henry?
The Reds are once again investing a fortune in a forward of undoubted potential, but very little experience
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Real Madrid LaLiga
The six moves Real Madrid still need to make this summer
There's still a number of key areas for Los Blancos to address before they can consider their summer revamp complete
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FEATURES G. Reyna
USMNT Transfers: Sargent to Wolfsburg, Reyna to Parma?
The USMNT Transfer Notebook tracks American player movements, with latest developments for those in the U.S. national team pool
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G. Reyna Major League Soccer
Why MLS is perfect place for Reyna to revive stalled career
Major League Soccer, not Serie A, would offer the Dortmund midfielder the perfect opportunity rediscover his game
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Manchester United S. Lacey
Six Man Utd talents to watch out for in pre-season
The five matches are golden opportunities for the many young Red Devils to stake their claim in Ruben Amorim's squad for next season
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C. Kelly England
Kelly causes chaos! It's time Lionesses' super-sub got a start
The Arsenal winger changed the game against Sweden, with her remarkable crosses creating both goals in an incredibly dramatic comeback
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Major League Soccer FEATURES
MLS Western Conference grades: San Diego soar, Galaxy crumble
GOAL grades each Western Conference team, just past the halfway point of the regular season