La Liga: Isco’s Betis rise back above Real Madrid to third
Veteran playmaker Isco struck twice to help Real Betis climb back into third place in La Liga with a 5-2 win over Osasuna on Sunday.
Brentford batter Chelsea 3-0 to undo Alonso’s promising start
Brentford exposed Chelsea’s defensive problems to inflict a damaging 3-0 defeat on Friday that gives Xabi Alonso plenty to ponder over a three-week international break.
UEFA, CONCACAF urge FIFA to make $2.1 billion payout
Two continental football federations, UEFA and CONCACAF, on Friday called on FIFA President Gianni Infantino to release around $2.1 billion from the global governing body’s reserves to share among its 211 member associations.
In-form Raphinha wants to finish career at Barcelona
Barcelona captain Raphinha said on Friday he hopes to extend his stay at the club and end his playing career there after a blistering start to the season in front of goal.
‘Ridiculous’ — Carrick breaks silence on Man Utd sack fears after Brighton collapse
The Brighton defeat, which saw United become the first side in 50 years to lose at Old Trafford after leading 2-0, was followed by boos from supporters and chants directed at the team.
Ceuta: Perez says Real Madrid visit not linked to Mbappe shirt row
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has said the club’s solidarity visit to Ceuta was planned weeks before the recent controversy involving Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr. and the territory’s support message.
