French football chief La Graet steps down after Zidane comments
Noel Le Graet has stepped aside as president of the French Football Federation, just days after making dismissive comments about Zinedine Zidane.
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Chelsea sign Atletico forward Joao Felix on loan
Atletico Madrid forward Joao Felix has joined Chelsea on loan for the rest of the season, the Premier League club announced on Wednesday.
Arabian Gulf Cup a chance for Qatar to banish World Cup embarrassment
The World Cup remains the tournament on everyone’s minds only weeks after Argentina’s glorious triumph over France in Doha.
Under-fire French FA boss calls extraordinary meeting amid pressure to step aside
Under-fire French Football Federation chief Noel Le Graet has called an extraordinary meeting of the organisation for Wednesday, sources told AFP, at which he is expected to offer an explanation for controversial comments about Zinedine Zidane which have led to a barrage of criticism and calls for him to resign.
Chelsea set to announce Joao Felix signing
Chelsea will pay £9million to sign Atletico Madrid forward Joao Felix on a six-month loan with an announcement likely on Wednesday, the PA news agency understands.
Spain court investigates sexual assault claims against Dani Alves
A Spanish court has opened an investigation into allegations former Brazil defender Dani Alves sexually assaulted a woman at a Barcelona nightclub last month.
Real are still feeling the impact of a mid-season World Cup - Ancelotti
Real Madrid are still struggling to get back to peak fitness after the domestic season was paused for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, manager Carlo Ancelotti said on Tuesday.
Messi set for first PSG appearance since World Cup as contract talks go on
PARIS: Lionel Messi is expected to make his first appearance for Paris Saint-Germain since his World Cup triumph in a Ligue 1 clash at home against Angers on Wednesday, as the Qatar-owned club look to tie the Argentine down to a new contract. The 35-year-old took part in training with his teammates on Tuesday, a little over three weeks after inspiring Argentina to victory over France on penalties in an epic World Cup final in Qatar.