Manchester City - Napoli
Confirmed XIs for Man City vs Napoli encounter
Manchester City begin their European campaign on Thursday night, seeking to re-establish themselves among the continent's elite after a chastening experience last season. You can find here their starting XIs for Thursday's blockbuster.
LaLiga
Bayern star Luis Diaz confirms past talks with Barcelona
Luis Diaz has addressed recent speculation linking him with Barcelona, confirming that talks did take place but stressing his satisfaction with life at Bayern Munich.
Real Madrid - Espanyol
Endrick back with Madrid squad after four-month layoff
Real Madrid received a welcome boost on Thursday as Endrick completed the full training session with his teammates at Valdebebas, taking a significant step towards his long-awaited return.
Newcastle - Barcelona
Fermin Lopez knocks on the door of Barcelona's starting line-up
After a difficult summer, Fermin made a statement against Valencia. His statistics under Hansi Flick are really good for a player who was never a regular starter, even though he perhaps deserved to play more and in more important matches.
LaLiga
Asencio to stand trial in underage sex video case
Real Madrid defender Raul Asencio will stand trial along with three former Los Blancos youth team players in a case regarding distribution of a sexual video involving a minor, Spain's judicial governing body said on Thursday.
LaLiga
Former Barca presidents deny corruption at ref scandal court appearance
Former Barcelona presidents Sandro Rosell and Josep Maria Bartomeu insisted Thursday that payments the club made to a former refereeing chief during their time at the helm were not corrupt, during a court appearance on Thursday.
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Brazilian Serie A
Santos complete loan signing of forward Lautaro Diaz
LaLiga
Konate jokes Mbappe ‘calls every two hours’ to persuade Real Madrid move
Pro League
Kimpembe leaves PSG and signs for Qatar SC
Bundesliga
Antony turns down double wages at Bayern for Betis loyalty
Manchester City - Napoli
'Genius' De Bruyne leads Napoli in emotional return to Man City
Primeira Liga
OFFICIAL: Mourinho appointed at Benfica as he returns to Portugal
Benfica appointed Jose Mourinho as their coach on Thursday, with the Portuguese returning to work in his homeland, 21 years after leaving Porto for Chelsea.
Primeira Liga
Benfica negotiating with Mourinho to be new coach
Benfica on Thursday confirmed that they were in talks to hire Jose Mourinho as their new coach, a day after the Portuguese boss admitted he was interested in the job.
Barcelona - PSG
Lluis Companys Stadium poised to host Barcelona-PSG clash
With meeting UEFA requirements and deadlines proving difficult, Barcelona are once again preparing the Lluis Companys Stadium, which is increasingly likely to host their first Champions League home match this season.
Liverpool - Atlético
Liverpool become Marcos Llorente's favourite victim
Atletico Madrid midfielder Marcos Llorente shone again at Anfield. Van Dijk's goal ruined a brace that could have earned the 'Colchoneros' a point against Liverpool.
Liverpool - Atlético
'Simeone is a coward and his assistant spat at me' - Fuming Liverpool fan on Anfield incident
World Cup
OFFICIAL: Spain top FIFA rankings for first time in 11 years
Spain lead the latest FIFA rankings, displacing previous leaders Argentina, who drop to third behind France. It marks Spain's first time at the top since June 2014.
Bayern München - Chelsea
Harry Kane bags fastest 10th goal of the season in his career
Harry Kane reached 10 goals this season for his club after scoring twice in the Champions League opener against Chelsea, the fastest he has ever achieved this milestone in his career.
Liverpool - Atlético
Simeone calls for more protection after Liverpool scuffle
Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone called for managers to be offered more protection from supporter abuse after being sent off for a furious reaction towards Liverpool fans at Anfield on Wednesday.
Manchester City - Napoli
A hoodoo to break across the English Channel
MLS
Messi, Inter Miami agree to extend contract beyond 2026: source
Inter Miami and Lionel Messi have agreed to extend the Argentine superstar's contract to remain in Major League Soccer (MLS) beyond next year's World Cup, according to a source close to the matter.
Newcastle - Barcelona
How did Barca fare in only UCL match without Lamine Yamal since the wonderkid's debut?
Barcelona will face a Champions League match without Lamine Yamal when they visit Newcastle for their opening Champions League match, a scenario that has only occurred once since the wonderkid made his debut in European competition.
Liverpool - Atlético
'It is not only mentality, it's also how fit we are' - Slot praises Liverpool's fitness levels
Manchester City - Napoli
Rodri's September 18th affair
