Donyell Malen and Justin Kluivert will miss Xavi Hernández’s first Netherlands matches, with uncapped AZ striker Mexx Meerdink receiving a late call-up.

Anti-corruption investigators reportedly visited the Croatian Football Federation and requested sponsorship documents, but no wrongdoing or named suspect has been officially confirmed.

Wrexham’s owners have acquired The Turf, bringing the historic pub, Racecourse Ground and football club under common ownership.

Manchester United have collected five points from five Premier League games, leaving Michael Carrick under pressure only four months after receiving a permanent contract.

Real Madrid TV launched an extraordinary attack on La Liga and the Spanish federation after Atlético Madrid defeated José Mourinho’s side in a controversial derby.

Barcelona captain Raphinha has made one of La Liga’s finest starts, with only three players scoring more goals across the opening seven matchdays.

England have lost Cole Palmer, Declan Rice, Marcus Rashford, Kobbie Mainoo and Tino Livramento before facing European and world champions Spain.

Sergio Carpanesi, the final surviving member of Fiorentina’s historic 1955/56 title-winning squad, has died at the age of 90.

Atlético Madrid manager Diego Simeone has hailed Barcelona’s perfect start, their aggressive pressing and the prolific form of Raphinha and Lamine Yamal.

José Mourinho used printed images to attack the refereeing after Real Madrid’s defeat. Atlético responded with a printout of their own and a direct message.

Fabio da Silva Junior, the son of former Red Star defender Fabio Silva, has represented Serbia at the U15 level during a UEFA development tournament.

Serie A’s new refereeing approach has brought fewer fouls, more shots, and more goals, while young Italian players are ...