Watch: Five best matchday 1 La Liga goals
Matchweek 1 of the 24/25 La Liga season saw 26 goals scored across all fixtures, with standout goals from Rayo Vallecano’s Jorges de Frutos, Real Madrid’s Rodrygo Goes and more.
Thierry Henry leaves coaching role with France youth side
Thierry Henry has decided to step down from his role as coach of the France under-21 football team.
Germany captain Gundogan retires from international football
Germany captain Ilkay Gundogan announced his retirement from international football after leading his country at Euro 2024.
Brighton sign Leeds striker Georginio Rutter
Brighton signed Leeds forward Georginio Rutter in a deal worth a reported club record £40 million.
Vardy strikes as Leicester hold misfiring Spurs
Ange Postecoglou admitted “wasteful” Tottenham lost their composure as Jamie Vardy’s second-half equaliser gave Leicester a 1-1 draw.
Watch: African players on show in Premier League
The Premier League has long been a destination for Africa’s top performing footballers, and the 2024/25 season promises to be no different.
Swiss goalkeeper Sommer retires from international football
Switzerland goalkeeper Yann Sommer announced his retirement from international football after a 12-year career.
Maresca understands Chelsea frustration as axed Sterling seeks ‘clarity’
Maresca said it is “normal” for players to be upset at being left out after Sterling’s camp issued a statement following Sunday’s 2-0 defeat to Manchester City.
Conte apologises for Napoli’s opening day ‘debacle’ at Verona
Antonio Conte apologised to Napoli fans after his side’s 3-0 humiliation at Verona in his first Serie A match in charge.
Mbappe and Madrid denied in Mallorca draw
Mbappe was left frustrated on his Real Madrid La Liga debut as a resilient Real Mallorca held the Spanish champions to a 1-1 draw.