Kick Off: Chelsea fined for financial breach; Mbappé, Yamal top market value

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Top Headlines

Official: Chelsea is suspended from signing players for 1 year + £10m fine

According to Premier League's latest statement, Chelsea have been charged a £10 m fine for breaching Premier League financial rules and one-year suspension from buying first-team players.

Transfermarkt Top 10 LaLiga highest market value players: Mbappe, Yamal at top

On March 16th, Transfermarkt updates the market value of LaLiga players, as well as the top 10 players within the league. 

These Things Happen

Ratcliffe shocked by Casemiro's annual salary,no intention of extending contract

According to sports correspondent Simon Stone's report, Manchester United is determined to make Casemiro's departure into action. 

Pep Guardiola tells Man City stars to 'stay at home' in brutal warning

Pep Guardiola will be aiming to mastermind one of the all-time Champions League comebacks this week as Manchester City host Real Madrid in the second leg of their last-16 clash

Brazili latest squad list: Vinicius leads, Neymar out, Endrick back

Brazilian National Team released their latest squad list. Vincius becomes the leading role at the front, Endrick comes back, and Neymar is not included in the list.

Reece James is unavailable for about 2 mothns due to hamstring tear

According to multiple sources, Reece James might be absent for the following 2 months following his new hamstring tear. 

Sky: Bruno Fernandes's performance deserves to win him the best player of PL

In the 30th round of the Premier League, Manchester United defeated Villa 3-1 at home. Bruno Fernandes completed two assists, and has participated in 5 goals in the last 3 Premier League games.

Tyc: Enzo may leave the club this summer,but transfer details not yet determined

According to Argentine TyC Sports, Enzo may leave the team in the summer window, but no specific offers have been received yet. 

Arteta urges Arsenal to deliver complete performance against Leverkusen

Mikel Arteta acknowledged that Arsenal are far from home and hosed in their Champions League last-16 tie with Bayer Leverkusen on Tuesday. 

Champions League last 16: What does each PL team need to do in order to qualify 

Six matches, four losses - no wins. Every single English team has work to do to qualify for the Champions League quarter-finals.

Bruno Fernandes behaviour leaves Thierry Henry purring after fiery Amad incident

Bruno Fernandes broke David Beckham's Premier League assists record for Manchester United as they beat Aston Villa 3-1 in the Premier League on Sunday

Thiago Pitarch catches the eye of Morocco national Team

Morocco is planning to recruit Thiago Pitarch for its national team ahead of the 2030 World Cup, according to Marca.

Chelsea star Pedro Neto learns UEFA decision on ban after shoving PSG ball boy

Pedro Neto shoved a ball boy in Chelsea's loss to Paris Saint-Germain last week and, although he was quick to apologise, UEFA have ruled on a punishment ahead of the return leg

Chelsea drug-test outcast Mudryk 'offered surprising loan move'

Chelsea outcast Mykhailo Mudryk could yet restart his career on loan away from Stamford Bridge if and when the winger returns to action following the outcome of his provisional doping ban.

'No one is irreplaceable', Silva is not surprised if Haaland is out vs Madrid

Bernardo Silva has said he would not be surprised to see Erling Haaland dropped for Manchester City's Champions League round of 16 second leg with Real Madrid. 

Behind the scenes of Dowman's sensation and the key figures behind his rise

It is a moment that will go down in Arsenal folklore. As Mikel Arteta said: "For many years, we will remember that we were at the Emirates that night when that 16-year-old kid scored in such an important game when we were trying to win the title."

When Man Utd can confirm Champions League return as top four race intensifies

Manchester United sit third in the Premier League table after a win on Sunday helped them gain points on their closest rivals

Sky: Luis Diaz remains suspended after his sending-off against Leverkusen.

The German Football Association's (DFB) sports court rejected Bayern Munich's request in a single-judge proceeding as "unfounded." The Colombian striker will therefore remain suspended for Saturday's match against Union Berlin.

What They Say

Neymar: I'm sad not being called up

After Brazil National team released their latest squad list for March Friendlies, Neymar expressed his connection to being excluded from the squad.

Laporta: I will build a stronger Barca this term

After successfully winning re-election as Barcelona president, Laporta gave an interview to the Diario Sport in the early hours of March 16, local time, elaborating on the grand goals of his next term.

Rodri: We must believe; we'll let Real Madrid pay even if they advances

In the 30th round of the Premier League last weekend, Manchester City drew 1-1 with West Ham United away. After the game, Rodri talked about his views on the upcoming game in an interview with the club's official website.

Arbeloa: Mbappe 'ready to play' against Man City in the Champions League

Kylian Mbappe is ready to play his part in Real Madrid's Champions League last 16 second leg against Manchester City on Tuesday, Alvaro Arbeloa has confirmed. 

Neville: At least two signings required to solve midfield 'problem'

Gary Neville says Manchester United need to bring in at least two top central midfielders in the summer transfer window and has laid out the profile of signings his former club require.

Laporta: Barcelona's door is always open to Messi

Lionel Messi is always welcome at Barcelona, so says club president Joan Laporta.

Carragher: Tottenham draw a 'disaster' for Liverpool's Champions League hopes

Jamie Carragher described Liverpool's 1-1 draw with Tottenham as a "disaster" in their pursuit of a Champions League spot this season. 

Fixtures of the day

UCL

Chelsea VS Paris Saint-Germain 2026/03/17 20:00 UTC

Manchester City VS Real Madrid 2026/03/17 20:00 UTC

Arsenal VS Bayer Leverkusen 2026/03/17 20:00 UTC