Kick Off: LaLiga investigating racist chants; Kahn still supporting Nagelsmann

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Top Headlines

Mbappe refuses to join French national team photoshoots due to image rights

Kylian Mbappé refuses to participate in French national team photoshoots scheduled for tomorrow with major sponsors as he continues to seek more control of his image rights

Barcelona hope Pique 'keeps his word' about he would quit if he was not needed

Barcelona 'hope Gerard Pique keeps his word' and retires from professional football, rather than accept a place as a substitute.

What They Say

What did Kahn say about Tuchel replacing Nagelsmann at Bayern?

Bayern CEO Oliver Kahn said the club is “dissatisfied” with the team’s poor run of results, but still has faith in Julian Nagelsmann.

PSG manager defends Neymar's FURIOUS reaction to being substituted against Lyon

PSG manager Christophe Galtier has insisted that Neymar has 'impeccable behaviour' following his angry reaction to be subbed off during the game against Lyon.

Kounde reveals how Barcelona boss persuaded him to join over Chelsea

Barcelona defender Jules Kounde has revealed his reasoning to join the Spanish side over Chelsea this summer.

Fans hail 'unstoppable' Messi after PSG star's masterclass against Lyon

Fans have taken to social media to heap praise on Lionel Messi following his dazzling display against Lyon on Sunday.

Jack Grealish explains how Man City are different with Erling Haaland

Jack Grealish has explained how having Erling Haaland has completely changed Manchester City's game.

Man Utd fans troll Nunez after Facundo Pellistri shares picture with Reds star

Manchester United fans were quick to react after youngster Facundo Pellistri posted a picture of himself and Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez on social media.

'I think the path is shorter from Barca' - Lewy sets sights on Ballon D'or hope

Robert Lewandowski believes he will finally be able to win the Ballon d'Or now he's with Barcelona.

These Things Happen

Man Utd players and staff 'hit by suspected food poisoning' after Moldova trip

Manchester United's players and staff 'were hit by a bout of suspected food poisoning' following their UEFA Europa League trip to Moldova last week.

La Liga investigating racist chants against Vinicius at Madrid derby

After the world witnessed and heard a number of racist chants directed at Vinicius Junior last night, La Liga are finally beginning to move on the matter.

Ten Hag 'wants MORE players in January' despite forking out £200m on signings

Erik ten Hag is reportedly keen on further strengthening his Manchester United squad in January and will hold meetings in the next couple of weeks to plan the club's strategy.

Messi overtakes Cristiano Ronaldo as he sets goalscoring record

Lionel Messi’s winner against Lyon on Sunday saw him jump ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo for the most non-penalty goals by a single player in football history.

How Gabriel Jesus could miss Arsenal's clash with Liverpool

Gabriel Jesus could be absent for Arsenal when they face Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday, October 9.

In Depth

Messi's individual highlights against Lyon shows he's back to his peak version

A compilation of Lionel Messi's masterclass against Lyon has gone viral and shows he's back to his very best.