Misfiring Manchester United striker Radamel Falcao was given a boost when he hugged a young supporter and posed for a selfie while on international duty with Colombia in Bahrain.

Manchester United benchwarmer Radamel Falcao sent a message to Louis van Gaal with two clinical goals for Colombia in their friendly in Bahrain on Thursday night.

Andrew Cole expects Radamel Falcao to return to his prolific best next year - whether that be at Manchester United or elsewhere. He was regarded as one of the best when he joined.

Every transfer window, clubs scramble to pick up the best bargains, and fans argue over who their side really need. But who have been the worst signings of the season so far? Sportsmail takes a look.

Chelsea were crowned champions at the end of another season of engrossing action that saw the Blues lift the Barclays Premier League title for the fourth time.

Nothing sums up Sevilla’s transfer market brilliance quite like Carlos Bacca. Radamel Falcao may be the household striker in Colombia but Bacca is the future and he proved so in the Europa League final.

Zenit St Petersburg manager Andre Villas-Boas is ready to battle with his former club Chelsea for the signature of Radamel Falcao, according to reports in Russia.

Thibaut Courtois has encouraged Jose Mourinho to complete his move for Radamel Falcao on loan from Monaco, with the keeper keen to reunite with the 29-year-old Colombian striker.

Argentina's Javier Mascherano has publicly backed out of sorts Colombia striker Radamel Falcao but hopes his former River Plate team-mate's form doesn't improve before Friday

ROB DRAPER IN MONTREAL: After Falcao's poor campaign at Manchester United, Chelsea's Costa has said: 'The only thing he needs is to feel loved and trusted, and he will get both here.'

The 29-year-old, who has scored just one goal in 11 appearances for the Premier League champions, took to Instagram to tell fans he hopes to return to 'normal' very soon.

The former Chelsea and Manchester United flop started for the principality side and equalised from close range after Emenike had given the Turkish outfit the lead in the third round qualifying tie.

Falcao endured two torrid injury-blighted seasons on loan at Manchester United and then Chelsea but has struck form with five goals in his last four Monaco matches to return to the Colombia squad.

Teen prodigy Kylian Mbappe showed why he has caught Arsene Wenger's eye with a well-taken goal as Monaco overcame determined Montpellier to stay three points clear in Ligue 1.

Manchester City's attacking exploits grabbed the headlines as Guardiola's side came from a goal down to win 5-3, but their defensive frailties were exposed by free-scoring Monaco.

Willy Caballero will feature in countless DVDs and YouTube highlight clips for years to come after failing victim to Radamel Falcao's sublime chip during the Etihad goal-fest back in February.

Many wives and girlfriends of footballers are household names. But given just how many famous WAGs there are, can you match the woman to the footballer from a choice of four players?

The Ballon d’Or pays tribute to the best player of the past year and competition is fierce. Sportsmail takes a look at those nominated and how their performances have compared over the year.

No trophies are handed out in December but one of football's biggest personal accolades is about to go on the line in Paris. Here Sportsmail gives you a lowdown to the 2017 Ballon d'Or.

The Ballon d'Or is awarded to the best player applying his trade in Europe, but is often considered the ultimate prize on a personal level for any footballer.

For anyone who has played it, FIFA is serious business. Be it between friends or relatives, a bad result or dodgy decision can bring the worst out of people. And even for Mario Balotelli, this is no different.

Falcao spared Monaco's blushes with a 91st-minute equaliser to deny Nice a shock win on Tuesday night. Monaco's only Ligue 1 defeat on home soil this season came at the hands of PSG, but they trailed.

THE NUMBERS GAME: All of this week has been dominated by talk of a dispute between Jose Mourinho and Paul Pogba. He was a Manchester United statement signing in 2016.

If Egypt are to succeed at their first World Cup since 1990, it looks crucial that they get Mo Salah fit. The Liverpool forward remains a doubt after a shoulder injury suffered in the Champions League final. 

The 32-year-old left England after spells with Manchester United and Chelsea as damaged goods. After a career resurgence, Falcao is now ready to knock England out of the World Cup.

Most footballers eye a career in coaching or punditry after hanging up their boots but Radamel Falcao is planning to go against the trend by turning his hand to baseball. 

Radamel Falcao bagged the winner on his Galatasaray debut against Kasimpasa on Friday night. The 33-year-old scored the only goal of the game as the Turkish champions won 1-0.

Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna tragically died in a helicopter one week ago along seven other passengers. Ciara and husband Russell Wilson honored the NBA legend at the Super Bowl.

The Planters nut company replaced Mr. Peanut with an adorable Baby Nut, very much like a certain Baby Yoda, days after it killed off its 104-year-old mascot.

A California man was shot dead by a gang member during an argument at a Super Bowl party after the suspect mistook a San Francisco 49ers flag for a rival gang's colors. 

Babe Wine co-founder Josh 'The Fat Jewish' Ostrovsky was in Miami, Florida, when he met a man who was willing to get a tattoo in exchange for a ticket.

Advertisers featured in this year's Super Bowl include Jeep, Reese's, Doritos, Amazon Alexa and Hyundai. Fox said it received $400million for the slots watched by around 100 million.

And it was announced on Monday that Shakira, 43, will embark on a world tour come 2021.Ticketmaster revealed the news on their site,with an option to let fans pre-register for tickets.

A car broke through a security barrier on the Chiefs' Super Bowl parade. Police chased the car and brought it to a stop. Two people have been taken into custody (inset).

After stunning viewers with her transcendent Super Bowl show, Jennifer Lopez returned to the gym in Miami on Thursday for the first time since the 2020 halftime performance that wowed viewers worldwide.

Jennifer Lopez sent her fans an intriguing text on Friday. Fresh off her electrifying halftime performance at the Super Bowl with Shakira, the bombshell appears to have a new treat ready.

The NFL's obfuscation on traumatic brain injury research delayed meaningful action on CTE, claims George Washington University professor David Michaels, Barack Obama's former head of OSHA.

Yo Gotti was just one celeb in attendance as West and his Sunday Service Choir performed some of his own hits, including Jesus Walks and a gospel version of Can't Tell Me Nothing.

Brady, 42, posted a snap of himself and Bündchen, 39, smiling at each other as they worked their upper bodies. She also took to her story with the photo, which he originally captioned: '#nodaysoff.'

Actress Monica Barbaro was the picture of elegance as she stepped out solo in New York City.

Jennifer Lopez, 50, sparked a body-positive hashtag #JLoMovement on Sunday after posting a bathroom bikini selfie. Other mothers are now sharing their own selfies and telling their stories.

Iylah Hanley, from Mount Maunganui, New Zealand, has alopecia, a condition that causes hair loss from the scalp and other areas of the body.

The 42-year-old NFL megastar took to his Instagram Story to share a few snaps from a horseback riding trip with wife Gisele Bundchen and their children.

Tom Brady's first foray into NFL free agency may be over as the 42-year-old is reportedly on the verge of signing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after announcing his intention to leave New England.

Due to be held in front of the Bellagio Hotel, this life-changing event with a distinct gameshow aura will instead be held virtually. The best bit? It'll be unlike anything we've ever seen before.

Kansas City Chiefs right guard Laurent Duvernay-Tardif is now on the front lines of the coronavirus epidemic while working at a long-term care facility in his native Quebec, Canada.

Joel McIlroy, 46, allegedly punched the senior constable multiple times and shoulder-charged her as he intervened in the arrest of another man in Sydney's Surry Hills on Tuesday.

Angela Gore, surrounded by her children, cried silently as an inquest heard how her husband's body was found kneeling forward in the stairwell at Westfield Bondi Junction in early 2017.

Actor Joel McIlroy, 46, allegedly repeatedly punched a 29-year-old policewoman during a scuffle in the inner-city of Sydney, putting the senior constable in hospital.

The suburbs most directly at risk of fire are near the bushland areas around the city such as Hornsby in the north, Penrith in the west and Camden and Sutherland in the south.