Lyon appeal relegation to Ligue 2

Seven-time Ligue 1 champions Lyon said on Tuesday they would appeal their relegation to the second-tier by French football’s financial watchdog.

Neymar signs for six more months with Santos

Neymar on Tuesday extended his contract with Brazilian club Santos until the end of 2025, as he attempts to recapture his form in time for next year’s World Cup.

Benfica beat Bayern to top group C

Portugal’s Benfica beat German champions Bayern Munich 1-0 on Tuesday to book their place in the last 16 of the Club World Cup and finish top of Group C.

Man Utd raise bid for Bryan Mbeumo

Manchester United have submitted an improved bid exceeding £60 million for Brentford winger Bryan Mbeumo.

Kompany: Bayern won’t be prepared for next season

Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany said his team will go into the new Bundesliga season with “almost no preparation” because of their participation at the Club World Cup.

Atletico eliminated as Griezmann calls for accountability

For all the excuses — and there have been many — one line from Antoine Griezmann cut straight to the heart of the matter after Atletico Madrid’s Club World Cup elimination.

Leeds sign Bijol from Udinese

Leeds have bolstered their defence ahead of a return to the Premier League by securing the signature of Slovenian international centre-back Jaka Bijol from Udinese.

Messi set for PSG reunion in R16

Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi faces a tantalising test with former club PSG after progressing to the Club World Cup round of 16.

Maresca: Prize money does not mean more pressure

Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca has insisted that the club’s owners are not putting extra pressure on him to win the Club World Cup as a result of the enormous financial incentives on offer at FIFA’s new tournament.

Textor sells Crystal Palace stake

New York Jets owner Woody Johnson has agreed to buy John Textor’s 43 percent stake in Crystal Palace in a deal that could boost the Eagles’ hopes of playing in the Europa League next season.