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Rodri Debuts as Raphinha and Fermín López Secure 2-0 Barcelona Win
Midfielder Rodri made his first appearance for Barcelona following a €60 million transfer during a 2-0 LaLiga victory against Athletic Club.
PSG to Face Barcelona as Arsenal Draws Real Madrid in Champions League Draw
Defending champions Paris Saint-Germain will host Barcelona and travel to Manchester City following the 36-team league phase draw in Monaco.
Adidas Unveils 2026-27 Match Balls Amid $45M Nike Takeover Reports
Adidas has launched neon and golden-orange 'Star Ball' designs for the 2026-27 season, potentially the last before a $45 million-a-year Nike contract begins.
Julian Hall signs 4-year New York Red Bulls deal after 12-goal season
Striker Julian Hall has signed a new four-year contract with the New York Red Bulls, extending his stay through the 2029-30 MLS season.
Fiorentina Open Joshua Zirkzee Loan Negotiations After Man Utd Defeat
Fiorentina are discussing a loan deal for Manchester United forward Joshua Zirkzee following his omission from the lineup during a 2-0 loss to Hull City.
Atlético Reject €100m Barcelona Bid for Julián Álvarez Amid FIFA Complaint
Atlético Madrid's Board of Directors unanimously voted to block the Julián Álvarez transfer to Barcelona despite a bid exceeding €100 million.
Barcelona Secure Dominik Livakovic on Contract Through 2030
Croatia international goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic joins Barcelona from Fenerbahçe, signing a long-term deal to bolster the Catalan side's defensive depth.
Arsenal and Man City Chase £80M Iliman Ndiaye as Liverpool Eye Bradley Barcola
Everton have set an £80 million price tag on Iliman Ndiaye as Manchester City and Arsenal monitor the 26-year-old winger.
Liverpool Agree $163M Deal for PSG Forward Bradley Barcola
Liverpool are finalizing a £120 million ($163m) agreement for Bradley Barcola, who scored three goals in eight World Cup appearances for France this summer.
Vozinha Earns First Start for Colo Colo in Copa Chile Match Against Unión Española
Veteran Cape Verdean goalkeeper Vozinha officially debuted for Colo Colo on Wednesday, ending a period of anticipation following his arrival in Santiago on August 2.
Viking and Fenerbahce Secure Spots in Finalized Champions League Draw Pots
Viking defeated Dinamo Zagreb 3-1 to clinch a 5-3 aggregate victory, joining Fenerbahce and AEK Athens in the 36-team league phase field.
Barça Scraps Tribute to 8 Spain World Cup Winners After Sunday’s 5-0 Win
Barcelona president Joan Laporta has canceled a ceremony for eight World Cup winners following police incidents during a 5-0 victory against Elche.
Robertson Returns to Anfield in Carabao Cup Third Round Draw
Andrew Robertson will return to Anfield as Tottenham face Liverpool in the Carabao Cup third round during the weeks of Sept. 7 and 14.
Mbappé Bags Hat Trick in 4-1 Real Madrid Win Over Real Sociedad
Kylian Mbappé scored a hat trick and reached 100 goal contributions as Real Madrid defeated Real Sociedad 4-1.
Man City Signs Ayyoub Bouaddi in Record €100M Deal from Lille
Ayyoub Bouaddi joins Manchester City on a five-year contract worth up to €100 million, surpassing Leny Yoro as the most expensive Premier League teenager.
Flick Demands Alejandro Balde Improvement After Barça's 5-0 Win Over Elche
Coach Hansi Flick confirms Alejandro Balde must develop further to remain at Barcelona following the defender's omission from the 5-0 victory against Elche.
Laporta Confirms €100M Bid for Julián Álvarez as Transfer Deadline Looms
Barcelona president Joan Laporta maintains a standing offer for Julián Álvarez despite Atlético Madrid's initial refusal to sell the 26-year-old forward.
Julián Álvarez Misses Atlético Training Due to Illness After 2-2 Villarreal Draw
Julián Álvarez missed Wednesday's session at the Majadahonda Sports Centre due to illness following his 66th-minute appearance in a 2-2 draw against Villarreal.
Mané Scores 90th-Minute Winner in 10-Man Al Nassr Comeback Victory
Despite a 13th-minute red card for goalkeeper Bento, Al Nassr secured a victory over Al Ettifaq with a late Sadio Mané strike.
Liverpool Resume Bradley Barcola Transfer Talks Following Rejected £90m Bid
Liverpool and PSG restarted discussions on Tuesday regarding Bradley Barcola, who is valued by the French champions at £135 million.
LASK Overturns 4-Goal Deficit to Oust Celtic; Sabah and Bodø/Glimt Advance
LASK Linz erased a four-goal aggregate deficit against Celtic, winning 5-1 on the night to secure a 5-4 total victory in the Champions League playoffs.
Bruno Fernandes Claims PFA Player of the Year with Record 21 Assists
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has been named the PFA men's player of the year after a record-breaking 21-assist Premier League campaign.
Xavi Hernandez Unveiled as Netherlands Coach to Replace Ronald Koeman
Xavi Hernandez was introduced as the new Netherlands head coach on Tuesday, taking over a team that lost to Morocco in a World Cup penalty shootout.
Man United Sign Carlos Baleba for £65m Fee Plus £5m in Add-ons
Manchester United confirmed the arrival of 22-year-old midfielder Carlos Baleba from Brighton & Hove Albion on a five-year contract.