Analysis

GOAL US writers discuss what to expect in the CWC finals - outcomes as expected, or surprises in store for the last four?

GOAL US looks at the main storylines from the quarters, and previews the semis in the latest edition of the Club World Cup XI

GOAL US writers discuss how much this tournament mattered, big picture, considering Pulisic and other regulars were missing

Some players moved closer to Mauricio Pochettino's World Cup squad, others will be left wondering if they did enough

Pochettino maximized a limited roster, and ultimately the U.S. lost to a Mexico team that always should have won

The U.S. are one win away from something they have done seven times, but not since 2021 - lift the Gold Cup

From getting the best out of Diego Luna to compelling his team to dig deep, Pochettino has pieced together a resilient USMNT

GOAL looks at the midseason frontrunners for the 2025 MLS MVP, including reigning award winner Lionel Messi

Things are going from bad to worse for the Nerazzurri, who now have to deal with an internal dispute after some very public humiliations

The 21-year-old has been key to Los Blancos' progression in the United States, and is now set for a role in Xabi Alonso's squad next season

The 17-year-old is turning heads at home and abroad with a series of clinical displays, and could be about to explode in the men's game

Off-pitch matters are taking centre stage once again for Les Bleues, who are still trying to win a major tournament for the first time

The 22-year-old played a key role in the Parisians' treble triumph, but he'd get to start in his preferred position at the Allianz Arena

The St. Louis soccer scene produced five of the starting XI that upset England - and their legacy has not been forgotten

EXCLUSIVE: A verbal beatdown in South London forced Richards to realize he needed a mindset change to reach his potential, dreams

GOAL US presents CWC XI: Key observations from the conclusion of the round of 16, and a look ahead to the quarterfinals

GOAL looks at which teams are feeling the heat ahead of the quarterfinals of a tournament that has certainly delivered

550 players, 51 games, Fruit Loops, Fortnite, funky food and just “so many swabs” - how MLS endured and bonded in a bubble

GOAL takes a look at some of the major MLS storylines emerging ahead of Matchday 22

GOAL US writers discuss USMNT's Gold Cup semifinal win, and if form will be enough against a more experienced Mexico side

The two-time Champions League winner considered retirement after heartbreak in World Cup qualifying, but will make her major tournament debut at 38

Mary Earps' retirement and Millie Bright's withdrawal has increased scrutiny on the Dutch coach, who is bidding for a third European title in a row

The Portuguese was heavily linked with a move to the Saudi side ahead of the tournament, but the move didn't make sense for anyone concerned

GOAL looks at the status of the two U.S internationals, with neither having a say in the club's final game at the CWC

The USMNT star's career started with a Guatemalan cameo almost 10 years ago

GOAL highlights some of the most stirring moments from the CWC so far, with quarterfinals commencing this weekend

GOAL US writers discuss the CWC heading into the quarterfinals and which players have made the difference - plus some predictions

A favorable opponent and fine run of form hands U.S. an opportunity to compete for a trophy that once seemed out reach

Pia Sundhage has put immense trust in the 18-year-old as the home nation aim to go beyond the group stage for the first time