Football Fixtures

Kylian Mbappé refuses to criticise referee despite Madrid derby 'mistakes'

Kylian Mbappé has refused to criticise the referee in charge of Real Madrid's 2-1 derby defeat to Atlético Madrid, despite admitting that official Miguel Ángel Ortiz Arias made "mistakes" in his handling of the match.

Spain extend contract of coach Luis de la Fuente to 2032

The Royal Spanish Football Federation [RFEF] has extended coach Luis de la Fuente's contract until 2032 after he led Spain to World Cup success this summer.

Cole Palmer, Declan Rice withdraw from England's Nations League squad

Cole Palmer, Declan Rice and Marcus Rashford have withdrawn from England duty ahead of their four Nations League matches.

Granit Xhaka loses Switzerland place over fake vaccine certificate

Sunderland's Granit Xhaka has lost his place in the Switzerland squad after admitting to possessing a fake Covid-19 vaccination certificate.

Antoine Semenyo happy to lead Man City's attack if needed

Antoine Semenyo is ready to take on the challenge of leading Manchester City's attack if needed.

Lamine Camara better off in Monaco, ex-Chelsea midfielder says

Chelsea transfer target Lamine Camara has been told he is better off where he is by Monaco teammate and former Blues cast-off Denis Zakaria.