Rebel United: Misunderstood genius or incorrigible rogue? The eternal mystery of Mario Balotelli
In GOAL's new series, we focus on the players who, despite their unbelievable talent, choose to swim against the tide…
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Who'd be a Test umpire?
From legalised player dissent to big-screen reviews, international umpires are now on a hiding to nothing but humiliationBrydon Coverdale at…
'You never know' – Cristiano Ronaldo addresses tantalising prospect of playing alongside eternal rival Lionel Messi before end of their glittering careers
Cristiano Ronaldo has hinted at potentially linking up with Lionel Messi before their respective careers are over. Article continues belowArticle…
Van der Merwe targets South Africa recall
South Africa's limited-overs teams are not as settled as their Test and Roelof van der Merwe, the combative left-arm spinner,…
West Indies bothered by off-field distractions
Besides the many tussles the WICB is involved in, West Indies are also hampered by the loss of Ravi Rampaul…
Revealed: How a Man City legal victory against the Premier League would cost top-flight rivals £5m each as clubs await verdict on FFP case
Manchester City's protracted legal battle with the Premier League could cost their top flight rivals £5m apiece if the club…
Bastian Schweinsteiger's marriage to Ana Ivanovic in 'deep crisis' as ex-Man Utd star & tennis ace face shock separation after nine years
Ex-Manchester United star Bastian Schweinsteiger's marriage to tennis ace Ana Ivanovic is reportedly "in deep crisis" after nine years.Article co
Snow Clasico: Remembering USMNT's controversial frosty triumph over Costa Rica in 2014 World Cup qualifier
12 years ago, the USMNT plowed their way to a memorable 1-0 victory over Costa Rica in blizzard conditionsThe match…
A fighter and a frank talker
Tragically, one of the finest batsmen in Sri Lanka's history, a technical artisan with a cover-drive from heaven, has ended…
Ademola Lookman blasted as 'one of the worst penalty takers I've ever seen' by Atalanta boss Gian Piero Gasperini following shock Champions League exit
Ademola Lookman was blasted as "one of the worst penalty takers" by Atalanta boss Gian Piero Gasperini following their shock…