Getty/ GOALOpinionChelseaNext Jose?! Self-contradicting Maresca is risking ridiculeThe Italian has endured a tough start to his tenure on and off the pitch, but he has not helped himself with some bullish and conflicting remarks
GOALAnalysisTransfers30 star players who are still desperate for a transferIt's been a fairly quiet summer so far, but plenty of out-of-favour stars will be hoping that changes over the next few weeks
Getty Images/USA Today Sports/GOALOpinionNWSLRanked: The 15 best signings of the NWSL mid-season windowIncluding a USWNT defender, two of England’s Lionesses and stars from Japan, Brazil and beyond, GOAL picks out the best summer moves in the U.S.
Getty ImagesAnalysisC. PulisicAmericans Abroad: Top 5 storylines to watch this weekendGOAL US analyzes trending topics for Americans Abroad in this weekend’s European matches
USA TodayAnalysisMajor League SoccerFive MLS coaches on hot seat, facing make-or-break stretchesWith just nine matchdays left in the MLS season, several teams are behind the power curve, and their managers are under pressure
GettyOpinionManchester CityCity still need midfield rebuild despite shrewd Gundogan returnPep Guardiola has got the man who can do everything back in his squad, but the serial-winning German's return only kicks another problem down the road
GOALAnalysisC. HuttonMeet the stand-out NWSL teen tipped for a USWNT debutThe Kansas City Current star is the latest youngster capitalizing on the league's new age rules, following names like Olivia Moultrie and Jaedyn Shaw
GOALOpinionArsenalArteta can't claim to be at overachiever Emery's level yetThe Gunners boss is one of the most exciting young coaches in the game today, but his fellow Spaniard still has a far superior CV
GOALAnalysisBayern MunichBayern & Kane face uphill battle to dethrone LeverkusenThe pressure is well and truly on for Germany's most successful club as they seek to bounce back from a disastrous 2023-24 campaign
Getty/GOALPlayer ratingsChelseaMadueke bails out Chelsea as Mudryk drops disasterclassIt took some strong second-half substitutions for Enzo Maresca's side to stamp their authority on the match at Stamford Bridge.
GettyAnalysisMajor League SoccerGOAL's mid-season MLS team grades: Messi & Miami flyingWith the MLS regular season resuming, GOAL takes a look at each team's campaign - the good, bad and ugly
GOALOpinionChelseaChelsea aren't 'perfect' for Felix - he won't be in the best XIThe Portuguese forward may be excited to be back at Stamford Bridge, but there is a real danger his 'homecoming' will quickly turn sour
GettyAnalysisUSATBT: Remember Dempsey's deft chip to down Juventus in UEL?Dempsey's deft chip against Juventus in 2010 brought Fulham within touching distance of Europa League glory
USA TODAY Sports/GOALAnalysisNWSL10 things to watch as the NWSL returns from Olympic breakAs USWNT stars return from a triumphant Paris 2024, there’s plenty to look out for as NWSL gets back in action
GOALOpinionC. RonaldoCR7 needs to retire - Saudi tantrums are spoiling his legacyThe five-time Ballon d'Or winner's powers have been on the wane for years, and now he's doing real damage to his legacy
Getty OpinionLiverpoolTrent - not Salah or VVD - must be Liverpool's contract priorityAll three will be out of contract next summer, but Richard Hughes' primary concern should be convincing their homegrown hero to stay at Anfield
GettyAnalysisUSAThe Rondo: Who can rise under Poch, MLS moves, EPL picksGOAL writers break down MLS transfer window, examine who can rise under Pochettino, make Premier League picks
Getty/GOALAnalysisM. PochettinoMessi, Kane, Maradona, stars put Pochettino in perspectiveThe manager looks set to take over the USMNT, but what have some of the game's greats said about working with him?
Getty OpinionTransfersPaul Pogba & football's most expensive flops - rankedAs Paul Pogba's once-glittering career continues to unravel following his release by Juventus, GOAL counts down the worst moves ever...
Getty Images SportAnalysisLeagues CupWednesday Convo: Acosta talks Pochettino, USMNT futureThe Fire midfielder opens up on his U.S. career, expectations for a new manager, and how MLS's competition might evolve
GOALOpinionBarcelonaGundogan exit shows Laporta's lever-pulling hasn't saved BarcaThe German's enforced exit proves that the Blaugrana remain beset by financial problems - four years after Josep Maria Bartomeu's resignation
Getty OpinionManchester CityPep's right: Haaland is on same level as Messi & RonaldoThe Norwegian is ahead of schedule in his mission to out-score the two greats of the modern game after a refreshing summer away from the game
GOALOpinionChelseaKeep or sell? 11 Chelsea outcasts whose futures need resolvingAnother summer of huge spending has left the Blues facing some big decisions over a raft of first-team stars
Las Vegas LightsUSL ChampionshipLas Vegas Lights FCBautista, Neglia have USL's Las Vegas Lights shining brightlyBautista and Neglia have turned things around at the USL club thanks to a friendship formed while with MLB's Toronto Blue Jays
Getty/GOALAnalysisG. ReynaTipping point: Reyna's career in balance, and he has to playThe once-promising USMNT midfielder is nearly 22, and lack of playing time has stagnated his progress
GOALOpinionReal MadridMadrid's high-powered attack needs time to solve its issuesLos Blancos were held to a 1-1 draw by Mallorca in their opening La Liga match of the season in what was a frustrating evening for their forwards
GettyAnalysisManchester UnitedGunslinger Zirkzee can solve Man Utd's biggest problemThe Dutchman showed he can improve the Red Devils' goal shortage with his own striking prowess as well as unlocking his team-mates' potential
Getty OpinionChelseaMaking Enzo captain shows how clueless Chelsea really areThe Blues' owners could earned some rare praise for taking a strong stance against racism but they instead chose to reward it
GOALAnalysisArsenalSaka & Havertz can't do it all - Arsenal still need a new forwardThe Gunners' dynamic duo were brilliant against Wolves, but they'll need back-up over the coming months
Getty/GOALWinners & LosersChelsea FC WomenBeever-Jones steals the show on big night for Chelsea's LionessesThe Women's Super League giants won this battle between champions, with young England star Aggie Beever-Jones also shining in a good pre-season debut