Kick Off: Germany and Netherlands qualify for World Cup, Barça return Camp Nou

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Top Headlines

Germany 6-0 Slovakia: Sane, Gnabry & Woltemade on target to seal World Cup spot

Leroy Sane scored twice and assisted one as Germany earned a dominant 6-0 win over Slovakia that secured their place at the 2026 World Cup.

Netherlands 4-0 Lithuania: Gakpo, Reijnders & co strike as Oranje qualify for WC

Cody Gakpo starred for the Netherlands as they earned a 4-0 win over Lithuania, which sends them to the 2026 World Cup.

OFFICIAL: WAIT IS OVER! Barca return to Camp Nou against Bilbao

FC Barcelona have officially announced that the team will return to the Camp Nou for their La Liga match against Athletic Bilbao on 22 November, in the 13th round of the season. 

Match Report

Montenegro 2-3 Croatia: Perisic, Jakic & Vlasic score in brilliant comeback

Croatia had to come from behind to salvage a 3-2 win over Montenegro in order to cap an unbeaten World Cup qualifying campaign.

These Things Happen

WCQ Europe Top Scorers: Ronaldo leads with 41 goals, Kane, Haaland listed

The German transfer markt website has compiled a list of the all-time top scorers in European World Cup qualifiers. 

Reported: Mbappé seeking €240m from PSG; PSG seekling €180m from the player

According to Le Parisien, during a hearing held today local time, Kylian Mbappé sought €240 million in damages from Paris Saint-Germain, while PSG in turn claimed €180 million from the player.

Weekly salary ranking of English Players: Ivan Toney 1st, Kane 2nd, Mount listed

According to statistics from the Essential Football website, Ivan Toney is currently the highest-earning English footballer, with Harry Kane in second place and Jude Bellingham in third.

Enrique favors Alvarez, player willing to join; Atletico wants €120m+

According to the latest report from Sky Sports Switzerland journalist Sacha Tavolieri, Enrique holds Alvarez in high regard, and the club is exploring a potential transfer.

Lavia: The Chelsea star MU 'REJECTED when offered him in Garnacho swap deal'

Manchester United reportedly rejected Romeo Lavia over the summer as part of the deal to sell Alejandro Garnacho to Chelsea.

Man Utd's 'price to sign Joao Gomes in January' is named in his native Portugal

Manchester United would have to pay around 50million euros (£44million) if they want to secure the January signing of Joao Gomes, according to Portuguese reports.

Barca still eyeing Grimaldo while Cancelo and Munoz possible to join

According to the latest report from Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona are considering whether to strengthen their full-back positions, particularly on the left flank, which is currently under significant pressure. 

Raphinha expected to join training on Tuesday; Joan could start in next match

According to reports from Sport, Raphinha is expected to join full-team training as early as Tuesday; Joan could potentially start in the next match.

Quinten Timber lined up as Kobbie Mainoo transfer alternative

Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo is in demand after falling down the pecking order at Old Trafford but one of his potential suitors could have an alternative

Liverpool have given Konaté an offer which will make him one of the highest-paid

According to the latest report from Swiss Sky Sports journalist Sacha Tavolieri, Liverpool have submitted their final contract extension offer to Ibrahima Konaté, with the player expected to make a decision in the coming weeks.

OFFICIAL: Gabriel out of national squad due to right thigh injury

The Brazilian Football Confederation has announced that Gabriel has sustained a muscle injury in his right thigh and has withdrawn from the current national team training camp.

Man Utd, Liverpool and Spurs put on alert as Semenyo release clause is revealed

The ears Manchester United, Liverpool and Tottenham may have pricked up after it reportedly emerged that Antoine Semenyo could be available on a cut price deal in just weeks time.

Bellingham: England and RM star facing similar focus to Beckham

It was noticeable, while Jude Bellingham was throwing his arms in the air in frustration at being substituted, that two other England players in particular made an effort to come over and congratulate/commiserate with him as he left the field: Phil Foden and Harry Kane.

Reported: Adeyemi wants to leave Bundesliga; Chelsea and Man Utd are interested

According to the latest report from Swiss Sky Sports journalist Sacha Tavolieri, Adeyemi is hoping to leave the Bundesliga next summer, with both Manchester United and Chelsea showing interest in him.

What They Say

Benzema: “Mbappé can bring the Champions League, but only with the others”

 Karim Benzema now delights fans in Saudi Arabia, where he speaks with AS about his past, his present and a future still undecided. This is a preview of a full interview that will be published later today.

Benzema: “Return to Real Madrid? If Florentino is still there, it’s possible”

Karim Benzema welcomed AS to Al Ittihad’s training complex in Jeddah. Ahead was a long, relaxed conversation with the leader of the reigning Saudi Pro League and cup champions. 

Agbonlahor: Tuchel needs to tell Bellingham stop spreading hands when subs off

During the talkSPORT programme, Agbonlahor spoke about the incident where Bellingham expressed dissatisfaction upon being substituted.

Fixtures of the day

International Friendly

Brazil VS Tunisia 2025/11/18 19:30 UTC

WCQ Europe

Belgium VS Liechtenstein 2025/11/18 19:45 UTC

Spain VS Turkey 2025/11/18 19:45 UTC