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1. This is getting EMBARRASSING! Pep's world comes crashing down
   Erling Haaland was back amongst the goals but was left furious with the defence as the champions sunk to a fourth consecutive defeat
2. Shove your Ballon d'Or! Vini delivers masterclass
   The Brazilian turned in a magnificent performance in a convincing win to ease the pressure on Carlo Ancelotti, who has more injury woes to deal with
3. Was Klopp's Liverpool exit actually a good thing for Jones?!
   The all-action but injury-plagued midfielder was facing an uncertain future at the start of the season but he's arguably undroppable right now
4. Was Harry Kane even playing?! Musiala worldie bails out Bayern
   Jamal Musiala scored an absolute screamer to hand Bayern Munich all three points against St Pauli on the road.
5. Foord & Maanum put on a show as Arsenal run riot at Emirates
   The England international returned to form as Arsenal's attack put on a five-star performance to reignite their Women's Super League campaign
6. Goal-hungry Scanlon sure to impress Amorim
   The Gibraltar international is making a compelling case to be the first youth player Ruben Amorim promotes to the senior team
7. The 25 best Bundesliga players of the 21st century - ranked
   Bayern Munich representatives take centre stage as GOAL runs down the finest players to have graced the German top flight since 2000
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   Hat-trick hero Shaw puts Spurs to the sword in easy drubbing
   Khadija Shaw starred in Manchester City's 4-0 rout of Tottenham in the WSL with Lauren Hemp also shining brightly with three assists to her name.

Must-read opinion and expert analysis

1. Americans Abroad: Can Pulisic build on brilliance vs. Madrid?
   GOAL US takes a look at some of the biggest storylines among Americans Abroad, with Pulisic, Wright looking to impress
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   NWSL Playoffs: Marta, Swanson, Rodman all key for postseason
   INDIVISA previews the 2024 NWSL Playoffs with key players to watch, bold predictions ahead of opening-round matches
3. 
   MLS playoffs: Win or go home for Messi, Giroud in game 3s
   Could Messi and Inter Miami be heading home early? GOAL previews all game 3s of Round 1 of the MLS playoffs
4. Blunt Haaland + defensive injuries + slow midfield = City in crisis
   The striker's low confidence is just one sign of the low point the champions find themselves in after losing three games in a row
5. Madrid won't hesitate to sack Ancelotti if poor form continues
   Los Blancos' season is already going down the pan following humiliations in La Liga and the Champions League, and the manager is usually the fall guy

This is the Premier League

1. 'Oil money is finito!' - Fans rip into Man City for Brighton loss
   Rival football fans tore into Manchester City and manager Pep Guardiola after their shock 2-1 defeat at Brighton.
2. 'Basically done' - Tuchel snubbed move to Premier League giant
   Thomas Tuchel is set to manage England from January, but the German came close to linking up with a Premier League giant instead.
3. Ex-Liverpool and Ajax star Babel confirms his retirement
   Former Liverpool and Ajax winger Ryan Babel has confirmed his retirement after more than a year since his last game.
4. USMNT's Adams makes first start for Bournemouth since March '24
   The 2022 World Cup captain gets his first start in months, showing Andoni Iraola's faith in the midfielder

Transfer news and done deals 🤝

1. Ramos tipped to make Real Madrid return after Militao injury
   Former Real Madrid midfielder Guti is backing Sergio Ramos to return to the club after Eder Militao suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury.
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   Brazil president addresses links to Man City boss Guardiola
   Brazilian Football Confederation president Ednaldo Rodrigues has denied claims he wants to make Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola their next coach.
3. Man City ready to sign cover for Rodri in January
   Manchester City are ready to sign cover for injured Rodri in January, signalling a shift in stance on the mid-season transfer window.
4. Transfers LIVE: Man Utd eyeing Goretzka deal in January window
   GOAL takes a look at the biggest transfer news and rumours from around the world

Video

1. WATCH: Liverpool ace Gakpo batters GOAL's Front Three in quiz
   GOAL's Front Three welcome Liverpool and Netherlands star Cody Gakpo for three rounds of tic-tac-toe - but who has the best football knowledge?
2. WATCH: Cody Gakpo vs Front Three in insane Quiz Path challenge
   Liverpool and Netherlands star Cody Gakpo joins Front Three content creators Ali Mallah and Yani Ourabah for a Football Quiz Path challenge
3. WATCH: GOAL's Front Three take on new Trivia Path challenge
   GOAL's Front Three are back with their Trivia Path quiz, but can David beat special guest Fiago in their latest chaotic challenge?
4. Nathan Tella proves he's a football quiz master 🧠
   Bayer Leverkusen star Nathan Tella takes on Front Three content creator Ali Mallah in an intense Trivia Path challenge
5. 'Boom!' - Nathan Tella vs Front Three in Tic Tac Toe
   Bayer Leverkusen star Nathan Tella joins the Front Three family to try his luck at Football Tic Tac Toe!

Queens of football 👑

1. Bronze warns 99.99% of women stars can't afford to retire on wages
   Lucy Bronze warned her colleagues to "think about life after football" as the Chelsea star believes they aren't paid enough to retire on salaries.
2. Texas' Byars signs San Diego Wave deal in post-draft NWSL
   Byars signed a three-year deal with San Diego Wave, as first college player to take advantage in post-draft NWSL
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   USL Super League players agree to unionize
   Super League to unionize with representation by the USL Players Association, announced less than six months into first season
4. WSL chiefs investigate commentator’s quip about Lioness Toone
   WSL chiefs are reportedly opening an investigation into remarks made by a commentator about Ella Toone during Manchester United’s draw with Arsenal.
5. Arsenal fans fuming after UWCL fixture was relocated from Emirates
   Arsenal fans were left fuming as UWCL fixture against Bayern Munich was booted out of Emirates Stadium to make way for men's Carabao Cup tie.

Superstars of the future

1. Why the world's elite all want Sunderland's teenage star
   Despite being just 17 years old, Rigg has caught the eye as he plays a key role in the Black Cats' surprise Championship promotion push
2. Meet the 'monster' goal-scoring defender on his way to Spurs
   Though still only 17, the defender has already pulled up trees at three clubs across Europe and has Spurs in his sights next
3. Why Madrid & Arsenal are chasing 'the new Marquinhos'
   The classy centre-back is still only 18, but Europe's top clubs are already lining up to sign a player touted as a future Brazil captain
4. Man Utd are chasing wonderkid dubbed 'the next Odegaard'
   The gifted teenager has made a record-breaking start to his career in Norway, attracting the attention of Europe's elite in the process

The Chaaaaaampions 🎶

1. 'It would upset me!' - Gallagher's commentator stint criticised
   BBC pundit Danny Murphy was not impressed with Oasis star Noel Gallagher's commentary stint during Manchester City's Champions League tie.
2. 'We found the solution!' - Ancelotti on Madrid's woeful form
   Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti claims he has figured out the solution to improving Los Blancos' poor form since the start of the 2024-25 season.
3. 📽️ | Grealish joins Aston Villa fans in pub on video call
   Jack Grealish managed to join fans of his former team Aston Villa in a pub on a video call during their Champions League clash with Club Brugge.
4. 'Same as Kane & Poch' - Lloris questions Spurs' mentality
   Former Tottenham captain Hugo Lloris has revealed a story about Daniel Levy that claims he showed a lack of a winning mentality.

Kits, boots and football culture

1. Nike & Barcelona pen new contract after split U-turn
   Barcelona have renewed their relationship with kit manufacturer Nike, as the terms of a massively lucrative new contract are revealed.
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   Genoa smashing it with historic third kit to celebrate cultural diversity
   The Serie A club have launched a breathtaking new kit and have called on their brand new signing to feature as the poster boy