The former England boss claims the iconic frontman had lost his way during a second spell at Everton, with a switch to America very much needed Wayne Rooney had “lost everything” prior to making to a move to MLS, claims Fabio Capello, with the Manchester United legend a shadow of his former self during a second stint at Everton. After 13 record-breaking years at Old Trafford, the Red Devils’ all-time leading goalscorer was allowed to leave by Jose Mourinho in the summer of 2017. The decision was taken by the ex-England captain to return to his roots at Goodison Park, but a homecoming did not go entirely to plan. Article…

The reigning MLS Cup champions head into 2019 with a new coach but similar title expectations Atlanta United pulled off the improbable feat of building a powerhouse and eventual champion in just two seasons and will now look to deliver an even more impressive encore. Gone are the team’s mastermind head coach, Gerardo “Tata” Martino, and leading playmaker, Miguel Almiron, but Atlanta United still boasts the kind of firepower to deliver another championship to Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Frank De Boer has arrived to take charge and the Dutch manager will look to put his own stamp on the team’s style, which should put more emphasis on possession while maintaining elements of the…

Linked with a move to Chelsea, the Belgium international said he was happy at Roma – for now. Roma midfielder Radja Nainggolan has left the door open to a possible move, but insists he is happy at the Serie A giants. The Belgium international, 28, has been heavily linked with a switch to Premier League leaders Chelsea in recent months. While he is happy at Roma, Nainggolan, who is contracted until 2020, was unwilling to rule out possibly leaving. Editors' Picks Juve on alert: Exiled Icardi may have already played his final game for Inter Sarri vindicated for dropping Kepa as Chelsea & Pedro impress in Spurs win Magnificent Mane…

It’s been an ugly year for ‘The Beautiful Game’ in the States but it hasn’t been all bad, as Goal outlines below… Thanksgiving is a day to look back on things that are worth being grateful for and, while there has been plenty of pessimism surrounding the state of U.S. Soccer in recent days, it’s worth noting that 2018 had some high points as well.  Sure, there was the entire summer where we had to watch a World Cup that did not include the USMNT. On top of that, arguably the two best players in the history of the country – Clint Dempsey and Landon Donovan – called time on their…

The Red Devils continue to chase a top-four place in the Premier League, but they could also reach the Champions League by securing a major trophy Manchester United need to make the Europa League their priority, not a top-four finish in the Premier League, says club legend Bryan Robson. The former Red Devils captain claims he would not be “bothered if we finish eighth”, just as long as continental success is savoured. Mou: Zlatan can show us the way Editors' Picks Juve on alert: Exiled Icardi may have already played his final game for Inter Sarri vindicated for dropping Kepa as Chelsea & Pedro impress in Spurs win Magnificent Mane…

Reports have suggested Antoine Griezmann would turn United down with having the chance to play in Europe’s premier club competition Jose Mourinho has denied that Manchester United need to be in the Champions League to attract world-class players to the club. Pogba injury Man Utd’s new £90m problem United have failed to qualify for the elite European club competition in two of the last three seasons and are six points adrift of fourth place in the Premier League. Editors' Picks Juve on alert: Exiled Icardi may have already played his final game for Inter Sarri vindicated for dropping Kepa as Chelsea & Pedro impress in Spurs win Magnificent Mane takes centre…

Chris Armas and his side set a league record for points by imposing their relentless style, but that’s not how they played in Sunday’s playoff loss The New York Red Bulls and Atlanta United were supposed to give us the best playoff battle in MLS history. Two teams with the highest point totals ever amassed and two contrasting styles that should have made for an epic clash between Atlanta’s irresistible attack and the Red Bulls’ immovable defense.  Unfortunately for the Red Bulls, they didn’t stick to the script on Sunday night and picked the worst possible time to go away from the approach that had helped make their season so special…

The former Sampdoria keeper insisted he is happy in Manchester following the Red Devils’ Europa League semi-final triumph Back-up goalkeeper Sergio Romero has no plans to leave Manchester United as he rubbished speculation of a move to Inter and Serie A. Man Utd stumble into Europa League final David de Gea is the undisputed No.1 at Old Trafford, with Romero the understudy having been used predominantly for cup duty this season — and that continued as United advanced to the Europa League final on Thursday. Editors' Picks Juve on alert: Exiled Icardi may have already played his final game for Inter Sarri vindicated for dropping Kepa as Chelsea & Pedro…

As proud sponsor of the UEFA Europa League, Enterprise Rent-A-Car is offering fans a once-in-a-lifetime experience at the showpiece event in Stockholm As proud sponsor of the UEFA Europa League, Enterprise Rent-A-Car is offering fans the chance to win the ultimate trip to the final in Stockholm. The lucky winners will be driven to the game by chauffeur and get the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the Friends Arena atmosphere at pitchside. As if that wasn’t enough, the winners will enjoy VIP hospitality and hear from the stars of the show first-hand by gaining access to the post-match press conference. Editors' Picks Juve on alert: Exiled Icardi may have already played his…

The champions of Greece and Turkey – historic foes – face off in the Europa League and times have changed since they were last drawn together COMMENT The beauty of the open draw in tournament football is that you never know what you’re going to get. Yet sometimes it can feel like the hand of history is at work, intricately weaving an intriguing new narrative.  Move over Messi – This is Neymar’s night That’s how fans of Olympiakos and Besiktas would have felt when Patrik Andersson paired the Greek champions with the Turkish giants in the last 16 of the Europa League.  Editors' Picks Juve on alert: Exiled Icardi may have…