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Ben Chilwell sends emotional farewell as Liam Rosenior is named Chelsea head coach

Goal reports Ben Chilwell has sent an emotional farewell to Liam Rosenior as his ex-Strasbourg boss prepares to take charge at Chilwell's former club Chelsea. Rosenior has been named as the Blues' new head coach following Enzo Maresca's acrimonious exit, and Chilwell posted on his

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Atletico Madrid v Real Madrid: Super Cup semi kick-off time and broadcast

According to Goal, Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid meet at King Abdullah Sports City in the Spanish Super Cup for a place in the final against either Barcelona or Athletic Bilbao. The match kicks off on 8 Jan 2026 at 14:00 EST and 19:00 GMT. Atletico are unbeaten

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Antoine Semenyo nets 95th-minute winner for Bournemouth before Man City move

Goal reported that Antoine Semenyo rifled home a 95th-minute winner for Bournemouth against Tottenham, a dramatic final contribution for the Cherries ahead of his planned move to Manchester City later this week. The match swung back and forth: Mathys Tel put Tottenham 1-0 up, Evanlinson levelled, then Eli Junior Kroupi

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Sesko brace salvages 2-2 draw for Manchester United at Burnley

Goal reports Manchester United were held to a 2-2 draw by Burnley at Turf Moor in their first game since sacking Ruben Amorim, with Benjamin Sesko scoring twice in the second half. United fell behind to an Ayden Heaven own goal in the 13th minute and struggled to stretch Burnley

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Haaland posts with Khabib as fans spot City motivational message amid title chase

According to Goal, Erling Haaland shared an Instagram picture with UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov that simply read "Mentality", and Manchester City supporters noticed a longer motivational message in the background as the club chases Premier League leaders Arsenal; City went into the midweek fixtures six points behind the

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Balogun: Pochettino has made USMNT places up for grabs

Folarin Balogun said Mauricio Pochettino has ensured no U.S. men's national team player feels their place is guaranteed, Goal reported, a culture shift that the Monaco striker says makes his recent goals for club and country feel more important after a spell out with injury. Balogun praised

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Mario Balotelli set to join Al-Ittifaq FC in Dubai as 14th club

Goal reports Mario Balotelli is set to complete a transfer to Al-Ittifaq FC of Dubai, which would be the 14th club of his career. The former Manchester City and Liverpool striker has been a free agent since he left Genoa over the summer after signing a season-long deal last October.

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Martin Chivers, Spurs striker who powered 1972 UEFA Cup victory, dies aged 80

Martin Chivers, the powerful striker who led Bill Nicholson’s Tottenham side to major honours in the early 1970s, has died aged 80, Independent.co reported. Born to a Southampton docker and a German mother, Chivers began his career with Southampton, making his first-team debut at 17 after writing to

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Bryant Lazaro shaping Estoril's style after fast rise into management

According to Goal, American-born coach Bryant Lazaro, 38, is part of the coaching staff at Portuguese top-flight side Estoril after taking a rapid route into management; he became the youngest American to coach a professional club when he took charge of Norway’s Oygarden FK at 32. Lazaro occupies an

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Kevin Keegan diagnosed with cancer, family says

Goal reports that Kevin Keegan, the 74-year-old former Newcastle and England manager, has been diagnosed with cancer, his family revealed on Jan 07, 2026. A statement released by his family and published on the Newcastle club website read: "Kevin Keegan was recently admitted to hospital for further evaluation of

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Chelsea complete a raft of summer 2025 signings and notable departures

Goal rounds up all the completed Chelsea transfers so far in the 2025–26 season. Following Europa Conference League and Club World Cup wins, the club’s rebuild under Enzo Maresca entered a new phase in 2025–26, although Maresca himself only lasted half of the campaign. Chelsea were active

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Romano denies Chelsea €150m bid for Vinicius Jr amid transfer talk

Goal reports that transfer claims linking Chelsea with a proposed €125m-plus-€25m add-ons (around €150m) offer for Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior have been dismissed by transfer reporter Fabrizio Romano. Romano said on YouTube: "Reports on Vinicius Jr and Chelsea are completely wide of the mark. No talks, no

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Paraguay to play all World Cup 2026 group matches in California; ticket guide

Goal reports Paraguay's three FIFA World Cup 2026 group matches will all be staged in California, beginning with an opener against co-hosts the United States at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Friday, June 12 (6pm local). The remaining group fixtures are Paraguay vs the UEFA Path C

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New Zealand World Cup 2026: fixtures, ticket sale phases and price guide

Goal reports New Zealand have qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026 — their first appearance since 2010 — and supporters can buy tickets for the All Whites’ Group G matches in Los Angeles and Vancouver through FIFA’s official sales phases. New Zealand are drawn in Group G and play Iran

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How to buy tickets for Iran’s World Cup 2026 group matches

Goal says fans can secure tickets for Iran’s FIFA World Cup 2026 group matches: Iran face New Zealand on June 15 and Belgium on June 21 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, then Egypt on June 26 at Lumen Field in Seattle. The tournament runs from June 11 to July

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Five North American spots to experience Winter Olympic sports

Can’t make it to the Milan–Cortina Winter Olympics, which begin Feb. 6 and have sold more than one million tickets? North American destinations from Colorado to British Columbia offer fans ways to watch high-level events, try Olympic disciplines and visit venues that have hosted or will host Games.

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FA Cup 2025-26: schedule, draws, TV coverage and prize money

Goal provides a complete guide to the 2025-26 FA Cup as the competition returns for its 145th edition, with Crystal Palace the reigning champions. The third-round draw was held on Monday December 8, immediately before the live Brackley Town v Burton Albion tie, with third-round matches expected between January 9

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Bayern CEO says Kane contract talks will happen ‘at the appropriate time’

Goal reports Bayern Munich chief executive Jan-Christian Dreesen has responded to Harry Kane's suggestion that he could extend his stay at the Allianz Arena beyond his current deal, saying the striker is hugely important to the club and that fresh talks will take place “at the appropriate time”

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Michael Owen assesses Man Utd’s plan to win Premier League by 2028

Michael Owen has delivered his verdict on Manchester United’s target to win the Premier League by 2028, Goal reported, as the club searches for a permanent manager following Ruben Amorim’s exit. Amorim was relieved of his duties after a 63-game, 14-month stint, a decision announced on January 5,

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Roma say Zirkzee pursuit stalled after Manchester United sack Amorim

Goal reported Roma sporting director Ricky Massara said the club's pursuit of Joshua Zirkzee has been complicated by Manchester United's dismissal of Ruben Amorim. Massara told Sky Sports in Italy that "He is a Manchester United centre-forward liked by many clubs, not just us,"

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Lionel Messi says he would prefer club ownership after retirement

According to Goal, Lionel Messi told Luzu TV this week that he does not see himself as a coach and would prefer to be an owner when he retires. Messi said he would like "to have my own club, start from the bottom, and make it grow. To be

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Slot says Ekitike faces late fitness test ahead of Arsenal meeting

Arne Slot has confirmed Hugo Ekitike faces a late fitness test ahead of Liverpool's showdown with Premier League leaders Arsenal, Goal reports. The forward has not trained fully since missing the recent 2-2 draw with Fulham, leaving his participation in doubt. Slot said: "He has not trained

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Norway’s 100-mile Troll Trail draws experienced cross-country skiers

The Troll Trail is a 100-mile cross-country skiing route through the Rondane Mountains in Norway, beginning in Hovringen and finishing in Lillehammer. It attracts serious skiers, including the writer David Goodman and his group, who completed the route over the course of a week. Known in Norwegian as Trolløypa, the

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Solskjaer in talks to return as Manchester United interim manager

Goal reports that Manchester United legend Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is reportedly in contract talks to return as manager at Old Trafford, and Norwegian outlet VG says he could be back by Friday. Days after Ruben Amorim was sacked on Monday, Solskjaer — who managed United between 2018 and 2021 and was

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Yamal misses training and Ter Stegen leaves Saudi camp ahead of Super Cup semi

According to Goal, Barcelona's preparations in Jeddah for the Spanish Super Cup semi-final were disrupted 24 hours before kick-off when teenage forward Lamine Yamal sat out the final training session with a "general feeling of unwellness" and veteran goalkeeper Marc‑Andre ter Stegen left the Saudi