Kick Off: Alba retires; two European matches go overseas

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OFFICIAL: Jordi Alba retires from professional football at the end of MLS season

OFFICIAL: Jordi Alba retires from professional football at the end of MLS season

OFFICIAL: UEFA confirms two overseas matches approved on an exceptional basis

Tworequests approved on an exceptional basis amid regulatory gaps at global level. UEFA committed to anchor integrity of domestic competitions and fans’ perspective in forthcoming FIFA rules.

These Things Happen:

Sane involved in wine tent scuffle at Oktoberfest after being 'provoked' by fans

FormerBayern Munich and Manchester City winger Leroy Sane has admitted to being involved in a 'brief scuffle' during his return to Bavaria for Oktoberfest.

EPL Review: Amorim is willing to change, the manager being watched for the job

AngePostecoglou’s press conference exclamations about needing time to fix things at Nottingham Forest was not without logic. If only he was working for a different owner.

Steven Gerrard tells Trent Alexander-Arnold: I never would have left like you

Liverpoollegend Steven Gerrard says he would have never departed the club in thefashion academy star Trent Alexander-Arnold did.

Liverpool fans hit out at club's TAA tweet 3 MONTHS after his Anfield exit

TrentAlexander-Arnold was wished a happy birthday by Liverpool's official social media account on Tuesday — but the post has received a mixed reaction from fans after his controversial exit to Real Madrid last summer.

Why Estevao’s last winner for Chelsea against Liverpool gives Maresca a headache

ESTEVAO'S breakthrough winner against Liverpool has not only left Enzo Maresca with a touchline ban, but also a headache.

Mikel Arteta's son joins EPL nepo-baby club after featuring for Arsenal academy

Theever-growing nepo-baby list in the Premier League has received its latest member after Mikel Arteta’s 16-year-old son appeared for Arsenal Under 17s last week.

Scholes names SURPRISING choice for best Premier League midfielder

Paul Scholes has named who believes is the Premier League's best midfielder - and you may be surprised by his choice.

Carragher reveals when Man Utd will sack Amorim and claims it is 'inevitable'

JamieCarragher has claimed it is 'inevitable' Ruben Amorim will be sacked asMan United boss, with the pundit outlining when he expects the Red Devils to make a change.

Napoli to snap up third MU outcast as they aim to sign Mainoo in January window

Napoli are keeping tabs on Kobbie Mainoo who is currently an outcast under Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim.

Arsenal plot Real Madrid-style stadium expansion to eclipse Tottenham & West Ham

Arsenal are reportedly considering a Real Madrid-style expansion of the Emirates stadium in an attempt to boost their revenues.

Liverpool injury news and expected return dates as Slot faces anxious MU wait

Liverpoolare currently juggling a number of injuries with Arne Slot hoping to have players available for the Reds' next Premier League game against Manchester United

Inter Milan make early decision on Man City loanee Akanji

Inter Milan management have already seen enough from on-loan defender Manuel Akanji.

Maresca names ex-technical director’s son as sub to avoid using ‘bomb squad’

IF YOU think Enzo Maresca was unlucky to be sent off on Saturday, you should see his last red card.

Marcus Rashford feelings made clear as Man Utd given fresh transfer verdict

MarcusRashford has made a blistering start to life at Barcelona since leavingManchester United and a number of his new team-mates have been quick topraise him.

What They Say

Toni Kroos: Barça possess the most attractive style, but take too many risks

The German and Real Madrid legend Toni Kroos comments on Barcelana's playing style.

Eriksen on Man Utd reject Hojlund: I know what he went through at United...

Former Manchester United midfielder Christian Eriksen has opened up on Rasmus Hojlund who is on loan at Napoli.

Lineker: Gyokeres brings difference for Arsenal, title race will be interesting

GaryLineker believes it is only a matter of time before Viktor Gyokeres gets back among the goals and says he is contributing to Arsenal despitehis goal-drought.

Capello: Hojlund wants Man Utd revenge; Napoli did well to invest in him

Former AC Milan coach Fabio Capello says Napoli deserve congratulations for bringing in Rasmus Hojlund.