Kick Off: Edwards new coach of Wolves; Messi to attend Angola's independence day

Welcome to All Football's Kick Off, we bring you all important news in the past 24 hours. Make sure you do not miss out.

Top Headlines: 

OFFICIAL: Edwards becomes Wolves manager, signs three-and-a-half-year deal

Rob Edwards is the new Wolves head coach, having signed a three-and-a-half-year deal to begin his fourth spell at the club.

Messi and Argentina team will attend the 50th independent anniversary of Angola

Lionel Messi and the world champion Argentina football team are expected to be special guests in Angola this week, as the nation celebrates the 50th anniversary of its independence from Portugal.

These Things Happen:

Most Valuable Nations Ranking: England's value first, Italy has the most players

The Three Lions undoubtedly the most valuable football nation worldwide, while Italy has most players.

MARCA: The "Beckham Clause" makes Messi's return to Barcelona possible

A little-known provision dubbed the "Beckham Clause" could open a short-term path for Messi to wear Barcelona colors again.

The Sun: CR7 earns £488k daily; his watch in Morgan interview worth £1.1m

Cristiano Ronaldo's interview with Morgan last week sparked heated discussion about his income. According to The Sun, Ronaldo earns up to £488,000 a day, and the watch he wore during the interview with Morgan is worth £1.1 million.

Mudryk re-emerges for the first time in months - still wearing his Chelsea gear

Mykhailo Mudryk has re-emerged for the first time in months with the banned Chelsea star sporting a fresh new look while working on a project away from football.

Oscar set to retire over his heart problem at 34 amid pressure from his wife

Former Chelsea star Oscar is set to retire from football after his wife and family implored him to walk away from the game over his heart abnomalities.

Paul Pogba among 70 sportspeople to sign letter demanding UEFA ban Israel

Paul Pogba is among more than 70 stars of sport to sign a letter demanding UEFA suspend Israel from international competition.

Former Man United scout slams club for 'giving up' on star

A former Manchester United club scout has derided the team's eye for talent by claiming that they let a 'top-class' youth prospect go for a minuscule fee - and labelling one of their newest signings a 'dud'.

Barcelona target Kane as Lewa’s replacement, likely to trigger release clause

According to the British media outlet The Guardian, Barcelona considers Kane as their top target to replace Lewandowski.

Real Madrid misfit Endrick green lights transfer after Man Utd contact

Real Madrid are finalising a loan deal that will see Endrick head to Lyon despite late contact from Manchester United with the Brazilian struggling for opportunities at the Bernabeu

How Premier League teams are borrowing NFL plays for set piece success

It started as a trickle, but now it's a flood. Set piece mania has taken over the Premier League, with the past five seasons seeing teams take advantage of these situations for maximum benefit.

World Cup 2026: Thomas Tuchel's England squad dilemmas

Qualification is secured - now the planning really starts. Thomas Tuchel's first tournament with England is just seven months away, and there is work to do.

OFFICIAL: Weghorst withdraws from training camp over poor physical condition

The Dutch national team has officially announced that Weghorst has withdrawn from the squad due to poor physical condition.

Man Utd eye Kobbie Mainoo replacement as potential transfer takes next step

Manchester United are considering a shock loan move for ex-Chelsea ace Conor Gallagher in the January transfer window which could pave the way for Kobbie Mainoo to depart Old Trafford

Former player launches £1M lawsuit against Manchester United

Manchester United are the subject of a £1 million lawsuit from a former player, alleging that the club’s failure to treat an injury left him with long-term problems.

Kane, Bellingham and Foden cannot play together for England, says Tuchel

England boss Thomas Tuchel has declared that Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham and Phil Foden cannot all play in the same team. 

What They Say:

Laporta: We were never married to RM; Camp Nou will always be Messi's home

FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta spoke to the program "El Matí" on Catalunya Ràdio. 

Mbappe: We wanted to remember all those who have lost loved ones in 2015 attacks

France captain Kylian Mbappe said the national football team wished to remember all the victims of the 2015 Paris terror attacks as they prepare to play on the 10th anniversary of the atrocity.

Higuita: Speaking James Rodríguez in Colombia is like speaking Messi or Maradona

René Higuita heaped praise on James Rodríguez, even comparing the former FC Porto player to Argentine football stars Lionel Messi and Diego Maradona.

Messi's Barcelona return 'unrealistic', says president Laporta

Barcelona president Joan Laporta said it was "unrealistic" when asked about the possibility of record goalscorer Lionel Messi returning to the club. 

Fixtures of Today:

World Cup Qualifiers

Nigeria VS Gabon 2025/11/13 16:00 UTC

England VS Serbia 2025/11/13 19:45 UTC

Moldova VS Italy 2025/11/13 19:45 UTC

France VS Ukraine 2025/11/13 19:45 UTC

Republic of Ireland VS Portugal 2025/11/13 19:45 UTC