For the first time since 2016, Liverpool kick off a campaign without Egypt forward Salah as their talisman, while City can no longer rely on Guardiola

Super Falcons’ failure  failure at WAFCON jolted Nigerians from their slumber. They called for immediate reforms as one key reason for Nigeria’s dwindling fortunes in sports is that of governance and accountability.

Arsenal made the perfect start to their Premier League title defence with a 3-0 win against Coventry in the opening game of the season

Cristiano Ronaldo returned to action in style on Friday, scoring as Al Nassr secured a comfortable 4-0 victory over Al Riyadh.

The new Premier League campaign offers Nigerian football fans plenty to look forward to, with established Super Eagles stars joined by players beginning new chapters in England’s top flight.

Ukrainian side Shakhtar Donetsk have agreed a deal to play their Champions League home games at Chelsea’s Stamford Bridge stadium this season.

Premier League champions Arsenal have signed England defender Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa in a deal worth a reported £51 million ($69 million).

Villa have rejected several bids for Watkins from Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal this week, but Emery hinted the England striker would be allowed to leave for the right price.

Football is often seen as a game that brings countries together, but political disputes and conflicts have sometimes made certain international fixtures too sensitive to stage.

Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca has suffered a blow on the eve of the Premier League season after Belgium winger Jeremy Doku was ruled out for several weeks.