Ibrahimovic will start with bench role – Mourinho

Swedish striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic will have to settle for a spot off the bench to begin his return from injury, Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho said.

I want seven Ballons d’Or and seven children! – Ronaldo

The Real Madrid star is the favourite to win France Football’s prize this year, having fired his side to La Liga and Champions League glory in 2016-17.

Aguero declares himself fit to face Leicester

Argentine striker Sergio Aguero has declared himself fit for Manchester City’s Premier League clash with Leicester City on Saturday.

Loftus-Cheek must return to Chelsea – Willian

Willian wants Ruben Loftus-Cheek to return to Chelsea from his Crystal Palace loan spell after impressing for England against Brazil at Wembley.

Ibrahimovic will return in 2017 – Mourinho

Jose Mourinho has confirmed Zlatan Ibrahimovic will return to action before the end of the year as the Manchester United manager hit out at England and rival clubs over Phil Jones.

Liverpool could still win the league – Owen

Former Liverpool striker Michael Owen says it is too early to rule out the possibility of Jurgen Klopp’s side challenging Manchester City for the Premier League title this season.

Rojo makes United return for reserves

Marcos Rojo was back in action for Manchester United’s reserves on Wednesday, after almost seven months out with an anterior cruciate ligament injury in his knee.

Wenger concedes he may not see out Arsenal deal

Arsenal handed Arsene Wenger a two-year deal at the end of last season, but the Frenchman says he is not forced to see out that contract.

World Cup: The 32 qualified teams

Peru became the final nation to qualify for the 2018 Fifa World Cup after a victory over New Zealand on Wednesday.

Germany fightback delights Low

Joachim Low reflected on a job well done after Germany finished 2017 unbeaten, thanks to a 2-2 draw against France in Cologne.