Simeone: Álvarez to get Atlético 'opportunity'

Coach Diego Simeone has confirmed that Julián Álvarez will be in Atlético Madrid's squad to face Athletic Club, saying the star has an "opportunity" to turn his situation around after failing to secure a move to Barcelona this summer.

Tuesday's technical problem affecting the UK's air traffic control provider, Nats, has caused Arsenal's flight to Italy for their Champions League opener against Napoli to be significantly delayed.

After a historic Europa League triumph in May, Aston Villa return to the Champions League to face Club Brugge.

Barcelona's 2026 Women's Champions League squad dominated the Women's Ballon d'Or nominations, with eight players from that team making the 30-player shortlist.

Harry Kane, Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappé are among the leading names on the 2026 Ballon d'Or shortlist after the nominees for football's most prestigious individual prize were revealed on Tuesday.

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has been nominated for the men's Goalkeeper of the Year award at the 2026 Ballon d'Or.

Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal said he won't "beg" to be given the Ballon d'Or after helping Spain win the World Cup this summer.

A goalkeeper playing in the ninth tier of English football has been chosen to become the next king of a traditional kingdom in Uganda.

Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister has said he was left "very, very, sad" after he was not offered a new contract at the club.

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has been nominated for the men's Goalkeeper of the Year award at the 2026 Ballon d'Or.

A Manchester United fan group has called for a unified protest against the "season ticket ban fiasco" ahead of Sunday's derby against Manchester City.

Liverpool have confirmed that Turkish Airlines will become the club's front-of-shirt sponsor from the 2027/28 season.Liverpool have confirmed that Turkish Airlines will become the club's front-of-shirt sponsor from the 2027-28 season.

Lautaro Martínez hopes Argentina teammate Julián Álvarez can soon get over his failed attempt to leave Atlético Madrid this summer.

With every WSL team out of the blocks for the 2026-27 campaign, here are five things we learned from the first weekend of WSL action.

Brazilian forward Endrick will get his time to shine at Real Madrid, according to his coach Jose Mourinho.

Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembélé has cited Harry Kane as a Ballon d'Or candidate after a "very, very good season" -- but says the award should ultimately go to a Paris Saint-Germain player.

Como Women have announced that forward Roberta Picchi has been diagnosed with breast cancer and that they will be supporting her through the recovery process.

After Messi and Ronaldo proved wingers can do more than cross the ball, why are Premier League clubs paying so much for so little production?

Real Madrid are eyeing up Declan Rice, but Arsenal are making moves to keep him. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Graeme Souness has doubled down on his criticism of Declan Rice, reiterating the Arsenal midfielder is more of a defender and claiming he wouldn't start for any of his club's top European rivals.

Sporting director Ross Wilson believes success for Newcastle rests on them being a trading club going forwards after a summer of fluctuating fortunes in the transfer window.

Erling Haaland has revealed chopping wood and sitting by the fire has become his favourite way to switch off from football as the Manchester City striker admitted his fears over a lack of a summer break.

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Aston Villa boss Unai Emery hopes his side can shrug off their dismal start to the new Premier League season when they return to the Champions League.

Enzo Maresca has introduced musical training at Manchester City in an attempt to put his stamp on the team after replacing Pep Guardiola as manager.

Edu Gaspar had left his role as Nottingham Forest's global head of football after having his contract terminated last week, sources have told ESPN. Gaspar did not play an active role in Forest's summer transfer window, sources told ESPN.

Edu Gaspar had left his role as Nottingham Forest's global head of football after having his contract terminated last week, sources have told ESPN. Gaspar did not play an active role in Forest's summer transfer window, sources told ESPN.

Ezri Konsa was delighted with his tackle on former teammate Morgan Rogers that brought a roar of approval from Arsenal fans during Sunday's 2-1 win over Chelsea.

Supporters of Serbian side Red Star Belgrade displayed a tifo of convicted war criminal Ratko Mladić before and during their league match against local rivals Partisan Belgrade.

Arsenal looked rattled against Chelsea thanks to an early goal, but Mikel Arteta's side quickly showed why it's the team to beat in England. Plus Inter prove they are Serie A's top team, as Gab Marcotti recaps the weekend.