Trent Alexander-Arnold faces a defining second season at Real Madrid as he looks to prove his worth under Jose Mourinho.

Alexia Putellas' arrival at London City Lionesses was the biggest transfer in WSL history - but who is the person behind the global stardom?

Manchester United's £35m signing Youri Tielemans makes an impressive debut in the 1-1 friendly draw against Paris St-Germain in Gothenburg.

Lionel Messi misses Inter Miami's Leagues Cup defeat by Monterrey on Saturday night after the death of his father.

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Bournemouth's Alex Scott and Real Betis' Antony are sent off after a confrontation during a friendly match in Seville, which ended in a 2-2 draw.

It was a night which ended with Newcastle United lifting a trophy, but there was certainly no danger of head coach Matthias Jaissle getting carried away.

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Barcelona increase their Rodri bid, Cristian Romero wants to join Arsenal, Forest are set to sign Ousmane Diomande, plus more.

Watch Bruno Guimaraes' best Premier League moments after Arsenal sign the Brazil midfielder from Newcastle.

An early Robbie Crawford back-heel and a Cammy MacPherson own goal give Partick Thistle victory over Livingston as two of the promotion favourites meet in the Scottish Championship at Firhill.

Watch highlights as Chelsea suffer a narrow defeat in a friendly match by Juventus in Hong Kong thanks to a wonderful goal by Edon Zhegrova.

Watch highlights as Celtic begin their Scottish Premiership title defence with a narrow home victory as Benjamin Nygren's header downs Dundee.

Uefa vice-president Laura McAllister proud that Wales were the first home nation to withdraw their backing for Gianni Infantino.

St Mirren were many people's favourites for relegation, so how come they have started with two opening wins in the Scottish Premiership?

As two Liverpool legends meet in pre-season, Luis Garcia says he hopes Xabi Alonso's Chelsea finish behind their former club in the Premier League.

Premier League champions Arsenal sign Brazil midfielder Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United for £75m.

Two-time Ballon d'Or winner and London City Lionesses' star signing joins the pod!

Newcastle United forward Yoane Wissa scores twice in a 2-1 win against Valencia in Matthias Jaissle's first game in charge - but how did the Magpies players perform?

Former Wolverhampton Wanderers goalkeeper Phil Parkes dies at the age of 79.

The Scottish FA is closing in on the appointment of a new head coach to succeed Steve Clarke.

Former West Ham co-chairman David Sullivan attends their Carabao Cup match against Portsmouth despite being advised he should stay away.

What is life like for footballers' families during the transfer window where a last-minute deal means you need to uproot your life and move hundreds of miles?

Matthias Jaissle will take charge of his first friendly as Newcastle United head coach against Valencia as a new era begins.

Manchester City agree a deal to sign Argentina goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli from Marseille.

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The Scottish Football Association is to hold a "critically important" summit around the future of the national game.

Leicester are gearing up for League One but 10 years ago they were defending Premier League champions. The dream moments haven't been forgotten.

Vinicius Jr chose to stay at Real Madrid, but why does the Premier League rarely attract global superstars at their peak?

Aberdeen sign Mitchy Ntelo from Swiss side Yverdon-Sport for an undisclosed fee, with manager Stephen Robinson saying the Belgian forward's "versatility was one of the biggest attractions".

Liverpool are close to signing Uruguay defender Ronald Araujo on a season-long loan from Barcelona, with an option to purchase.

The Football Association has banned solid perimeter walls around pitches after a safety review following the death of former Arsenal youth player Billy Vigar.

As he prepares to manage in the FA Cup for the first time, Zeph Thomas tells BBC Sport about his extraordinary career path spanning 39 moves in 18 years.

Myles Lewis-Skelly broke into the Arsenal first team at left-back, but the teenager's preference has always been to play in midfield.

Fifa president Gianni Infantino appears to be trying to return to business as usual after the failed World Cup private investment plan - but it may not be that easy.

With 25 days until the transfer window closes, Chelsea will be working hard to cut their 41-man senior squad. But who could be heading out?

Manchester United appoint former Hearts boss Eva Olid as their new women's manager on a two-year deal, with an option for a further 12 months.

The Premier League returns later this month and we have picked out 20 prospects - one from each club - who will be looking to make their mark and enjoy a breakthrough season.

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When the World Cup ends we'll still have loads of great content every day as we build up to the new football season.

Check out the significant signings and departures in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, EFL and Women's Super League.

The story of Mo Salah’s unlikely rise to global stardom.

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BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team details the key dates are for the 2026-27 women's football season.

The second-round draw of the EFL Cup takes place on Monday, with 11 Premier League teams entering the competition.

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks into the history of World Cup Golden Boot winners and the third-place play-off

Our Ask Me Anything team break down the prize money on offer at the 2026 World Cup.

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything explains the full list of key dates for the 2026-27 men's football season

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks at the numbers behind late substitutes taking penalties in shootouts.

St Mirren were many people's favourites for relegation, so how come they have started with two opening wins in the Scottish Premiership?

Rangers' pursuit of PSV Eindhoven winger continues as Pat Nevin backs Hibernian boss.

Minnie Merriman, nine, from West Yorkshire died at Ninewells Hospital after being found seriously injured.

The Scottish FA is closing in on the appointment of a new head coach to succeed Steve Clarke.

Alexia Putellas' arrival at London City Lionesses was the biggest transfer in WSL history - but who is the person behind the global stardom?

Two-time Ballon d'Or winner and London City Lionesses' star signing joins the pod!

France say they are still planning to compete in the Under-20 Women's World Cup next month despite a threat from Uefa to boycott Fifa competitions.

Midfielder Mariona Caldentey explains why Arsenal, strengthened by seven new players, are talking up their chances of winning the Treble this season.

Assistant referee Sian Massey‑Ellis announces her retirement from officiating to take up a position with the Football Association.

A decade on from Euro 2016, key figures tell BBC Sport Wales the inside story of the summer that changed Welsh football forever.

Nauru is the only nation to have never played an official international football match and hardly anyone there plays the game. Is that about to change?

A footballer who dislikes too much media attention, but Michael Olise might not have much choice if he carries on his World Cup heroics.

As Mexico prepares to become the first country to host or co-host the World Cup three times, BBC Sport looks at its Cornish footballing roots.

The summer of 2006 was meant to be England's moment. A world-class squad, celebrity partners and confident fans - the hype was huge and the fall was hard.

England and Manchester United midfielder Ella Toone opens up about grief, football and preparing for her wedding without her dad in a new BBC documentary.