Kick Off: Messi receives La Liga top-scorer & MVP awards; France hit by injuries

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

Real Madrid already appoint Solari as their new coach (Marca)

Santiago Solari is now the new Real Madrid coach, putting an end to his time as interim boss, according to Marca.

Lionel Messi receives 2017/18 La Liga best player and top goalscorer awards

Lionel Messi has been named La Liga's best player and the division's top goalscorer for the 2017/18 campaign at the Marca awards.

THIS THINGS HAPPEN

Sturridge charged with misconduct over breach of FA betting rules

Daniel Sturridge has been charged with misconduct over a breach of FA betting rules.

Marcelo, Coutinho and Casemiro withdraw from Brazil squad

The trio have pulled out of this month's Brasil Global Tour clashes - and are replaced by Alex Sandro, Renato Augusto and Rafinha

Pogba and Martial withdraw from France squad

The Manchester United duo will miss Les Bleus' clashes with the Netherlands and Uruguay, and have been replaced by two fellow Premier League players

Lacazette & Benjamin Mendy withdraw from France squad

Benjamin Mendy has left the France squad after being diagnosed with a knee injury, while Alexandre Lacazette has also been replaced.

Dembele changed his plans and left Barcelona sooner than expected

Ousmane Dembélé continues to surprise everyone with his decisions on and off the field. There's no quesion that the French winger is different to most and often makes choices that others find difficult to understand. Yesterday was another example of that.

Guardiola may face charge and fine for discussing referee before derby

Pep Guardiola could be facing an FA charge and subsequent fine for talking about referee Anthony Taylor in the build-up to Sunday's Manchester derby.

WHAT THEY SAY

Figo: Neymar? Any club can't be held against the players' will

As rumours continue around the future of Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar, former Real Madrid winger Luis Figo has claimed that the French side will be unable to keep him if he doesn't want to remain.

Deschamps to Dembele: I know your excuses when you're late

The French coach, Didier Deschamps, appeared at a press conference and spoke about Ousmane Dembele's persistent lateness.

The reason behind that argument between Suarez and Pique

Two of FC Barcelona's biggest stars, Luis Suarez and Gerard Pique, were spotted arguing in the aftermath of the loss to Real Betis at the Camp Nou. The pair were seen going back and forth as they left the pitch and the reason behind that has been revealed: a misplaced pass.

Hazard happy at Chelsea but feeling tired

The Belgian star admits World Cup commitments have left him a little drained, but he is still enjoying life at Stamford Bridge amid intense exit talk

Balotelli mocks Man United on Instagram after derby loss

Mario Balotelli has stuck the knife into Manchester United after the former Manchester City striker mocked their bitter rivals on Instagram following Sunday's derby defeat.

Kyle Walker trolls Man United after 3-1 derby win in deleted tweet

Kyle Walker posted a poem on Twitter mocking Manchester United after the Blues' 3-1 Derby Day win - before quickly deleting the post.

ALL FOOTBALL COLUMN

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All Football Team of the Week: Ronaldo & Benzema lead attack as Reus shines

Who shone enough to make this time's Team of the Week? Have a scroll down and see if you agree with our choices. 

IN-DEPTH ANALYSIS

The evolution of Vinicius: Where were 'The Best' players at his age?

Vinicius Junior was born on July 17, 2000 and with just 18 years behind him, he is facing his first season at Real Madrid after enjoying some success in Brazil already. He is one of the pearls of world football, but has struggled to find his way into the team. However, under Santiago Solari that have change.

Rooney, Messi & players who came out of international retirement

The Toffees legend joins a number of world-class footballers who have returned to their national sides after initially retiring

VIDEO OF THE DAY

Ronaldo tries to outshine teammates with trademark tiptoe stance

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