Watch: Xavi’s goal contributions at Leipzig

RB Leipzig has secured the permanent move for Xavi Simons from PSG until 2027, watch all his goals and assists while on loan at Leipzig.

Record level of international transfers in 2024

A record 78,742 international transfers were completed across men’s and women’s football in 2024, FIFA said in a report published on Thursday.

Leipzig sign in-demand Xavi Simons from PSG until 2027

RB Leipzig have made Xavi Simons’ loan from Paris Saint-Germain permanent, breaking the club’s transfer record to sign the attacking midfielder until 2027.

Bundesliga to test in-stadium refereeing announcements

The German football league (DFL) said on Monday it had launched a pilot project for referees to explain decisions to fans via loudspeakers in the stadium and on television during games.

Davies ruled out ‘for time being’ with hamstring tear

Bayern Munich defender Alphonso Davies is set for a stint on the sidelines after he was diagnosed with a torn muscle, the German club said in a statement on Thursday.

Dortmund sack coach Nuri Sahin after UCL setback

Borussia Dortmund have fired struggling head coach Nuri Sahin after Tuesday’s 2-1 Champions League loss at Bologna, saying on Wednesday they had “lost faith” in the young manager.

Africans in Europe: Onana blunder sinks United

A blunder by Cameroon goalkeeper Andre Onana contributed to a 3-1 home loss for struggling Manchester United against Brighton in the Premier League at the weekend.

Kane calls on Bayern to extend with Dier

Harry Kane called on Bayern Munich to extend Eric Dier’s deal at the club, saying he would “love” to continue playing with his former Spurs and England team-mate.

Wirtz has Leverkusen on Bayern’s heels

Florian Wirtz scored twice as Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen beat Borussia Moenchengladbach 3-1 on Saturday to stay four points behind leaders Bayern Munich.

Watch: How goal kicks have changed the game

In the summer of 2019 the rules around the goal kick were changed, and so revolutionised the way the game is played today. Watch Tifo Football unpack how goal kicks have changed football.