UEFA Champions League

Curtis Jones credits Inter Milan manager Chivu for convincing him to leave Liverpool in £30m deal

Curtis Jones has revealed that Inter Milan head coach Cristian Chivu was the decisive factor behind his £30m summer move from Liverpool, where the midfielder spent 16 years after joining the club's academy aged nine.

Atletico thrashed 3-0 at Athletic Club as Llorente urges patience with returning Alvarez

Julian Alvarez made his first appearance since the summer transfer window closed as Atletico Madrid suffered a shock 3-0 defeat at Athletic Club in La Liga on Saturday. Marcos Llorente and David Hancko called for patience with the Argentine, who came on as a second-half substitute with the game already lost.

Kvaratskhelia PSG's favorite for 2026 Ballon d'Or, Fabian Ruiz in contention

As the list of 30 nominees for the 2026 Ballon d'Or will be unveiled in the coming days, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, best player of last season's Ligue des Champions, emerges as Paris Saint-Germain's main candidate. Fabian Ruiz, backed by numerous collective titles, also aims to weigh in on the race.

Nicky Butt doubles down on Osimhen push as Saha claims striker is waiting for United offer

Former Manchester United midfielder Nicky Butt has reiterated his call for the club to pursue Victor Osimhen, while ex-teammate Louis Saha claims the Galatasaray striker is a United fan actively waiting for a concrete approach.

Extended Until 2030, Luis Enrique Becomes World's Third-Highest Paid Manager

Paris Saint-Germain has officially extended Luis Enrique's contract until June 2030 with a salary increase to €20 million gross per year. The Spanish manager now ranks third globally in earnings, behind Simone Inzaghi and Diego Simeone.

O'Reilly injury forces late change as Fernandez starts for Man City against Coventry

Nico O'Reilly was withdrawn from Manchester City's starting line-up before kick-off against Coventry City on Saturday after picking up a knock in the warm-up, with £125m signing Enzo Fernandez promoted into the XI in his place.

Andy Gray returns to UK commentary on talkSPORT, 14 years after Sky Sports sexism sacking

Safonov struggles against Monaco, Chevalier eyes Champions League chance

Six goals conceded on nine shots on target since the start of the season: Matvey Safonov's disappointing performances reignite questions about Lucas Chevalier's promotion, absent from the pitch since January.

Guendouzi handed two-game Champions League ban for provoking Lyon fans after Fenerbahce's play-off win

UEFA has suspended Matteo Guendouzi for Fenerbahce's first two Champions League fixtures and fined him €50,000 after the former Arsenal midfielder made obscene gestures and taunted Lyon supporters during a chaotic 2-1 play-off victory on 26 August.

PSG suffer home defeat to Monaco, worst start since 2007

Beaten 1-2 by AS Monaco at Parc des Princes on Friday evening, Luis Enrique's side have yet to win in Ligue 1 this season. An unprecedented winless start since the Paul Le Guen era in 2007-2008.

The 30 Ballon d'Or 2026 nominees unveiled Tuesday, ceremony in London on October 26

France Football will announce Tuesday the 30 players in contention for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, in a context dominated by Spain's World Cup victory. The 70th edition ceremony will be held in London on October 26, a first.

Laslandes sent off in one minute against Beckham: Aimé Jacquet in shock

At 55 years old, Lilian Laslandes recalls his lightning-quick expulsion during Bordeaux-Manchester United in March 2000, two yellow cards in one minute including a tackle on David Beckham, witnessed by Aimé Jacquet.

Projections eliminate LOSC in 2026-2027 Champions League league phase

According to Football meets data simulations, which model 20,000 times each match, PSG and Lens would be the only French clubs qualified for the knockout stage, while LOSC would fail to advance from 28th place.

Guendouzi suspended for four matches and fined €50,000 by UEFA

UEFA has sanctioned Mattéo Guendouzi for his provocations towards Lyon supporters during the Fenerbahçe-OL playoff: four-match suspension and €50,000 fine. Mason Greenwood and a Lyon staff member have also been punished.

Harwood-Bellis omitted from Aston Villa's Champions League squad days after £25m move

Taylor Harwood-Bellis completed a £25 million transfer from Southampton to Aston Villa on deadline day, but the central defender has been left out of the club's 23-man Champions League squad due to a registration restriction.

Barcelona shatter their own transfer record to sign WSL's most expensive export Kerolin Nicoli

Barcelona have signed Brazilian forward Kerolin Nicoli from Manchester City for £1.25m — a fee that breaks the WSL's all-time export record and more than doubles the Spanish club's previous transfer ceiling.

Chiesa and Endo axed from Liverpool's Champions League squad as Carragher warns duo will 'never play'

Federico Chiesa and Wataru Endo have been left out of Liverpool's 25-man UEFA Champions League squad, with club legend Jamie Carragher warning that neither player looks likely to feature for the Reds this season.

Mbappé named Real Madrid's August Player of the Month ahead of Bellingham

Kylian Mbappé has been named Real Madrid's player of the month for August, ahead of Jude Bellingham. The two stars are sharing the offensive leadership of the Merengues at the start of the season, with ten goals scored in La Liga after three matchdays.

Bradley's Champions League inclusion signals Liverpool's intent to phase out Frimpong

Liverpool have submitted their Champions League squad list for the 2025-26 campaign, with injured right-back Conor Bradley included ahead of their group-phase opener against Atlético Madrid — a move that raises pointed questions about Jeremie Frimpong's standing at the club.

Chiesa and Endo snubbed from Liverpool's Champions League squad despite £150k-a-week wages

Liverpool have submitted their 25-man UEFA Champions League squad ahead of their opener against Atletico Madrid, leaving out Federico Chiesa and Wataru Endo — with three long-term injury absentees included ahead of them.