Kick Off: ​Brazil thrash Uruguay; Pedri extends Barca contract

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Match Reports

Brazil 4-1 Uruguay: Raphinha & Neymar strike in Uruguay's 3rd game without a win

Brazil 4-1 Uruguay. Raphinha brace, Neymar on target in Uruguay's 3rd game without a win, Suarez nets amazing goal in the 2nd half.

Argentina 1-0 Peru: Lautaro continues to shine as he nets Argentina's winner

Argentina 1-0 Peru. Lautaro continues to shine as he nets Argentina's winner, Yotún misses penalty.

Top headline

OFFICIAL: Pedri extends his Barcelona contract until 2026

Pedri extends his Barcelona contract until 2026 with a 1B release clause

Messi's Argentina reaches the 25th match without losing

Lionel Messi's Argentine National Team reaches the match number 25 without losing and 25 points in the South American qualifiers.

Benzema is Ronaldo Nazario's pick for 2021 Ballon d'Or

Karim Benzema has always been an avid fan of Ronaldo Nazario, and it's not something he has been ashamed of admitting.

Sir Alex Ferguson: Cristiano Ronaldo deserves the Ballon d'Or

The race for the Ballon d'Or is on - and it could be one of the closest in years.

These Things Happen

Ex-Juve director considered taking his own life after match-fixing scandal

Former Juventus chief Luciano Moggi has opened up on the match-fixing scandal that shook Italian football 15 years ago, revealing that he contemplated taking his own life in the aftermath.

Ramos's PSG debut is pushed back AGAIN as he is yet to return to full training

Sergio Ramos's PSG debut has been pushed back again with the defender yet to make a return to full training.

Evra didn't speak to Vidic for three months after a fight at Man United

Patrice Evra has revealed he did not speak to Nemanja Vidic for three months after they got involved in a fight when they were Manchester United team-mates.

Real Marid's Alaba set to miss Shakhtar Donetsk trip due to injury

David Alaba has returned injured to Real Madrid after being away on international duty with Austria.

Ansu Fati is 'close to agreeing a new Nou Camp contract'

Barcelona club president Joan Laporta reportedly is eager to wrap up a new deal for Ansu Fati with the Catalans desperate to hold on to the No 10.

France's Macron scores penalty in charity football match

French President Emmanuel Macron scored a penalty goal when he turned out for a team of celebrities in a charity match on Thursday.

Mo Salah beats Cristiano Ronaldo to Premier League award

Liverpool forward Mo Salah continues to be the bane of the Premier League and was rewarded for his excellent vein of form after being voted as PFA Fans’ Player of the Month for September.

Barcelona have seen 17 players suffer at least one injury this season

A whopping 17 Barcelona players have picked up at least one injury so far this season, a fact which has left Ronald Koeman unable to have every member of his squad at his disposal for any match.

What They Say

R.Martinez gives Real Madrid advice on Hazard, discusses Barcelona rumours

Roberto Martinez sees Eden Hazard as a future Ballon d'Or candidate if the Belgian star can recover the performance levels that made him a star at Chelsea.

Gary Neville claims that Solskjaer MUST 'compensate' for Ronaldo

Gary Neville believes that Solskjaer must 'compensate' for Ronaldo's weaknesses if Manchester United are to challenge for the title, as the pundit called on the Norwegian to find the right 'balance'.

Arteta dismisses Henry's criticism as 'just another opinion'

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has played down Thierry Henry's criticism that the club might not be heading in the 'right direction' under him.

Guardiola slammed for Champions League 'madness'

Former Manchester City star Dietmar Hamann says Pep Guardiola has to shoulder a large portion of blame for the club’s Champions League final defeat to Chelsea.

Aguero reflects on 'moment of shock' when Messi's Barcelona exit was confirmed

Lionel Messi's exit from Barcelona left the forward 'very sick', according to close friend Sergio Aguero - as he revealed the 'moment of shock' when the legendary star's departure was confirmed.

Wilshere backs Arsenal youngster to follow his footsteps after training with him

One-time Arsenal star Wilshere has endured a tough career, with his undoubted talent hampered by the regularity of his injury woes, which saw the midfielder nicknamed “Jack Wheelchair” by many.

Demba Ba: Chelsea players DIDN'T enjoy ruining Liverpool's title dream in 2014

Chelsea did not enjoy breaking Liverpool's hearts in 2014 by winning 2-0 at Anfield, according to Demba Ba - but the former striker insists he feels no guilt despite pouncing on a humiliating Steven Gerrard slip.

Sterling admits he's 'open' to transfer away from Man City

Raheem Sterling has admitted he's "open" to a transfer away from Manchester City while also revealing that he'd "love to play abroad".

Mane on Edouard Mendy Ballon d'Or snub: It's unacceptable, I don't understand

Whilst a goalkeeper has never won the Ballon d'Or in the modern era, there is a newfound focus on the position with regards to the France Football Magazine award given the presence of Neuer & Donnarumma on the shortlist, yet Mane has reacted angrily to Chelsea's Mendy missing the cut.

In-Depth

Brentford vs Chelsea: Why the Bees have started so well in the Premier League

"It's a special story and I really do hope it continues," Jamie Carragher said after Brentford's dramatic 3-3 draw with Liverpool, the last time they were at home and live on Sky.

Staveley's deals with Liverpool show football hasn't always bent to her will

The framed photographs on the piano at Amanda Staveley’s Park Lane home in central London have been a signal to all who arrive to do business there that she has seriously impressive connections.

Fixtures of the day

Ligue 1 R10

PSG vs Angers 2021/10/15 20:00 UTC