
Ligue 1
PSG searching for best form with superstar duo back together
With Neymar and Kylian Mbappe finally both fit and playing in the same team, the pressure is on Paris Saint-Germain coach Thomas Tuchel to get his all-star attack firing on all cylinders going into the second half of the season.

Bundesliga
Defeat 'out of the question' for Bayern at leaders Gladbach
Manuel Neuer says a second consecutive defeat is unthinkable for Bayern Munich on Saturday at Bundesliga leaders Borussia Moenchengladbach, who quietly harbour aspirations of a first German title since 1977.

La Liga
Madrid find their Pogba within as Valverde proves the catalyst for change
Zinedine Zidane pursued Paul Pogba but found Fede Valverde and his emergence as Real Madrid's most important midfielder may yet prove the turning point in their season.

La Liga
"Messi's apparent retirement hint was misunderstood"
Luis Suarez backed Barcelona team-mate Lionel Messi to "continue for a long while yet".

Premier League
Zaha tipped for January move as Chelsea circle Palace star
Crystal Palace forward Wilfried Zaha could be involved in a busy January window, according to the player's agent.

La Liga
Barcelona? If they come, they come – Koeman addresses Camp Nou speculation
Ronald Koeman is focused on leading the Netherlands, not rumours linking him to Barcelona.

A-League
James Johnson appointed FFA CEO
James Johnson will begin in the role of Football Federation Australia (FFA) chief executive officer next year.

Premier League
"Thanks for everything, teacher"
Richarlison has vowed to never forget what Marco Silva did for him after the Everton manager was relieved of his duties.

Premier League
"This is not Arsenal"
Freddie Ljungberg revealed his concern at Arsenal's lack of confidence after the Gunners were beaten by Brighton and Hove Albion.

Bundesliga
Allegri will return next season amid links to Bayern and Arsenal
Former Juventus head coach Massimiliano Allegri provided an update on his future and confirmed he will not return to management this season.

Premier League
Everton sack Silva: Ratcliffe surprised by lack of immediate replacement
Kevin Ratcliffe has been surprised by Everton's apparent failure to have a permanent replacement for Marco Silva ready to come in.

Premier League
Man City flex financial muscle to leave Man Utd lagging behind
The balance of football power in Manchester has swung comprehensively to City from United on the field and the Premier League champions are now on the verge of toppling their neighbours in the financial stakes as well.