Traveling to Sochaux, Saint-Étienne launched its season perfectly by winning largely against the promoted team (3-0). Relegated from Ligue 1, Nantes missed its home debut against Red Star (0-1), while Dunkirk and Metz also signed their first victory.
GeneralEverton and Crystal Palace are in talks about a swap deal that would see Toffees' winger Dwight McNeil join the Eagles, and Wales international Brennan Johnson move in the opposite direction.
GeneralBrazilian top flight club Coritiba wear the name of an English fan from Norwich on their shirts to raise awareness of motor neurone disease.
GeneralFulham agree a deal worth up to £30m for Southampton midfielder Shea Charles, subject to a medical.
GeneralHe assumes that Julián's incorporation will be delayed longer due to Atlético's refusal