All the Football news: the latest original articles from the SportNestra editorial team, with their sources.
FootballThree weeks after his departure, Pablo García has explained the shock he felt when he had to pack his bags and end a 15-year spell at Betis. Now at Racing de Santander, he says he is happy with his new start without denying his feelings for his former club.
FootballValencia have officially appointed Javier Aguirre as head coach of their first team. The 67-year-old Mexican takes over with the club in the relegation places after seven matchdays.
FootballBack in south-west London, Steven Sessegnon has reunited with his family and a familiar environment after a difficult spell at Wigan. His first league start for AFC Wimbledon ended in a 2-0 win over Bromley on September 7.
FootballChelsea, managed by Xabi Alonso, have conceded 12 goals, the highest total in the Premier League. Sitting 10th and without a win for three matchdays, the club has drawn concern from John Terry, who describes the situation as “really unacceptable”.
FootballShort of playing time in San Sebastián, Take Kubo sees Japan’s training camp as an opportunity to get back on the pitch. The forward also says he has fully recovered from his knee sprain.
FootballThe former Guardiola player explained his move from Manchester City to Al Qadsiah, citing both disagreement with his sporting role and the prospect of securing his family’s future.
FootballIn an interview published by Bild, Mbappé addressed the summer rumours linking Michael Olise with Real Madrid. The Real Madrid forward refuses to advise him to leave Bayern and also reflected on Liverpool, José Mourinho and Antonio Rüdiger.
FootballLionel Messi has announced the second edition of the Messi Cup, scheduled to take place in Miami from 25 October to 1 November. Atlético de Madrid and FC Barcelona’s under-16 teams will be among the participants.
FootballFederico Higuaín, 41, has been permanently removed from his role as Columbus Crew’s reserve-team coach. The club reconsidered its position after a referees’ association statement detailed comments and actions involving a female referee.
FootballThe Como player, who has known Marcos Llorente since childhood, believes waking up with sunlight and going to bed early are matters of common sense. He was more cautious, however, when discussing aircraft trails.
FootballImages of a proposed FC Barcelona home shirt for 2027/28 have emerged, suggesting a return to more blue-and-garnet stripes and a polo collar. The design remains provisional, however.
FootballThe president of the referees, Fran Soto, made respect the focus of his meeting with coaches from the two divisions, who gathered the day before at the Ciudad del Fútbol de Las Rozas. The rules implemented this season were not discussed during the meeting.
FootballReal Madrid denounced an article by Juanma Castaño published in ABC on Tuesday afternoon after he compared the club’s official channel with the newspaper “Gara”. The journalist later withdrew the comparison and apologised, while maintaining his criticism of Real Madrid TV.
FootballSpain coach Luis de la Fuente has rejected the idea of manipulation in favour of or against a particular club. He spoke after the confirmation of his contract extension with La Roja through Euro 2032.
FootballAfter leaving Rangers without establishing himself there, Robbie Ure joined Sevilla and now hopes to earn his first Scotland cap. The 22-year-old striker arrives in a reshaped attacking unit ahead of Saturday’s Nations League trip to Slovenia.
FootballReal Madrid TV has again targeted Atlético de Madrid and refereeing in a lengthy video, responding to the club’s “Stop refereeing harassment” campaign.
FootballAfter Real Madrid’s 2-1 defeat away to Atlético, Real Madrid TV responded on Tuesday to its rival’s mockery with a four-minute video focused on the Colchoneros’ past behaviour.
FootballAfter beating Celta and Atlético de Madrid, Athletic have stalled in their last two matches. The task now is to rediscover their best level while finding answers against very deep defensive blocks.
FootballRichard Riakporhe has opened the door to a British heavyweight title defence against Johnny Fisher. Fisher must first beat Michael Pirotton on Saturday night at London’s Copper Box Arena.
FootballAfter the 2-1 derby defeat to Atleti, Real Madrid have been identified as the team covering the fewest kilometres in LaLiga. But the data chiefly call for a distinction between total volume and the runs that truly matter.
FootballRodri has made an immediate impact at Barça, while Hansi Flick is carefully managing his playing time. His statistical influence is already clear, with further room for improvement once he reaches peak fitness and fully absorbs the team’s automatisms.
FootballKylian Mbappé could play in neutral boots against Turkey if he has recovered from a flu virus. The final prototype of his future On boot is still being developed, while its market launch is planned for 2027.
FootballA stoppage-time penalty from Mariona Caldentey gave Arsenal a 1-0 win over HB Koge in their UEFA Women’s Champions League league-phase opener. The result nevertheless masked a worrying attacking display from Renee Slegers’ side.
FootballAfter scoring a hat-trick in Barcelona’s 3-1 win in Seville, Raphinha also asked referee Martínez Munuera to keep an eye on the opposing team’s blocks and shirt-pulling.
FootballManchester United and Liverpool are showing growing interest in Tyrick Mitchell, while La Liga clubs are monitoring Alejandro Garnacho after his difficulties at Aston Villa. Chelsea are also tracking young Gambian midfielder Adama Jeng.
FootballArsenal began their new Champions League campaign with a 1-0 victory over HB Køge, secured by Mariona Caldentey's penalty in the 90+3rd minute. Ona Batlle and Misa Rodríguez remained unused substitutes.
FootballMarc Pubill jokingly challenged the booking he received against Real Madrid during an exchange with Miguel Ángel Ortiz at half-time. The reported scene came in a derby Atlético de Madrid won 2-1.
FootballBottom of the Bundesliga without a point after four matchdays, Borussia M’gladbach have handed the team to Alexander Blessin following Eugen Polanski’s dismissal on 13 September. The coach has signed until 2028.
FootballFC Barcelona have had a €510m loan approved, which could take their debt to €2.6bn. The club have also confirmed another departure from Camp Nou during the 2027-28 season.
FootballJoachim Andersen has voiced his surprise after losing his place at Fulham, having frequently worn the armband last season. The situation comes amid a difficult start to the Premier League campaign for Álvaro Arbeloa.