With less than two months left for the 2022 World Cup, Gareth Bale has revealed that he and his team have a plan in place and added that he is on track to be fully fit for the tournament. The 33-year-old has made just two starts for MLS side Los Angeles FC since signing for them in July.

Real Madrid forward Eden Hazard has denied reports that he could leave the club this summer and instead revealed that his only goal is to show the fans and critics what he can do. The Belgian signed for the Los Blancos in the summer of 2019 but has endured a torrid time with injuries since.

Crystal Palace boss Patrick Vieira has revealed that he went to the MLS in order to create his own managerial identity although he added that he was influenced by the managers he played under. The Eagles boss has won plaudits this season, with the club thriving since he replaced Roy Hodgson.

Gonzalo Higuain’s father Jorge Higuain has confirmed that his son plans on retiring at the end of the MLS season once his contract with Inter Miami expires in December. The 34-year-old is in his third season at Miami and has been linked with a move to Argentina to see out the rest of his career.