Cillessen on De Ligt to Barcelona speculation: 'He knows what he has to do'
The Dutch goalkeeper joined the Catalan side from Ajax three years ago and insists his compatriot is good enough to make the grade at Camp Nou Matthijs de Ligt has the quality to play for Barcelona and should consider joining the club, according to Netherlands team-mate Jasper Cillessen. The Ajax skipper has been linked with…
Argentina coach Scaloni says pressure his side are under leaves them having to 'play a war'
Argentina’s 2-0 win over Qatar gave Lionel Scaloni’s side a much-needed confidence boost, according to the Albiceleste coach. Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said the pressure on his players made it feel like they were at war after a 2-0 win over Qatar earned them a place in the Copa America quarter-finals. Goals from Lautaro Martinez…
Argentina vs Paraguay: TV channel, live stream, squad news & preview
Lionel Messi has urged his international colleagues to lift their heads after a dire start to their 2019 Copa America campaign Argentina will try to answer their critics on Wednesday when they face Paraguay in what has become a vital clash in Copa America Group B in Belo Horizonte. Defeated 2-0 in their opening fixture…
Suarez rues mistakes against Japan as Uruguay left with 'bittersweet feeling'
The forward reflected on his side’s entertaining draw against the Asian outfit as “bittersweet” and wants to see the mistakes corrected Luis Suarez said Uruguay’s 2-2 draw with Japan at the Copa America left a “bittersweet feeling” in Porto Alegre. Suarez scored as Uruguay and Copa guests Japan played out an entertaining draw in Group…
Arsenal-linked Meunier appeals for stay at PSG
The Gunners’ rumoured interest in the right-back could be scaled back after the defender told Paris Saint-Germain of his hopes for a new deal. Thomas Meunier put the onus on Paris Saint-Germain to provide clarity on his future by confirming he wants to remain at the club. Right-back Meunier joined the Ligue 1 giants back…
More than a Vela lookalike: Haiti's Saba bouncing back after injuries kept him away from soccer
His similar profile to the Mexican forward has drawn attention, but the midfielder’s on-field skill helped Haiti into the semifinal It’s always been Steeven Saba’s look drawing the attention. When he was an up-and-coming player, a standout at South Florida club Weston FC, it was his mop of curly hair. Even as Saba was invited to…
'I've had bigger offers!' – Benitez claims Chinese move wasn't for the money
The Spanish coach is set for a fresh challenge in China Former Newcastle United coach Rafa Benitez has stressed his decision to join Chinese Super League side Dalian Yifang wasn’t for the money. The former Liverpool manager recently failed to agree to a new contract with Newcastle and has opted to test himself outside of…
Juventus set to land Rabiot on €7m-a-season deal
The midfielder is set to join the Serie A champions after refusing to sign a new deal at PSG, becoming their latest free transfer capture Juventus have reached an agreement with French midfielder Adrien Rabiot on a multi-year contract, Goal can confirm. Available on free transfer after refusing to sign a new deal with Paris…
Netherlands survive gruelling Sweden clash to set up Women's World Cup final with USWNT
The Oranje were made to work for 120 minutes to secure their place in the final and face a long road to recovery to challenge the USA After Sweden’s pre-match press conference, head coach Peter Gerhardsson wandered around the Stade de Lyon’s carpet-like turf. “This will be impressive,” he said, ahead of their Women’s World…
From signing Ronaldo to developing Depay – inside PSV's youth academy revolution
The Eindhoven side were once known for their smart transfer business, but have turned their attention to developing future stars themselves PSV are a club traditionally renowned for their superb scouting network and shrewd transfer policy. The signings of Brazilian superstars Romario in 1988 and Ronaldo six years later were arguably the perfect example of…