Kick Off: Spain surge back to 1st place, Mourinho becomes Benfica's manager

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Top Headlines

NEW Men's FIFA World Ranking: Spain surge back to first place, France up to 2nd

Spain surge back to first place in FIFA/Coca-Cola Men's World Ranking amid top 10 shake-up.

OFFICIAL: Jose Mourinho has been confirmed as the new manager of Benfica

Jose Mourinho has been confirmed as the new Benfica boss, agreeing a two-year deal with the Portuguese giants.

Match Report

Newcastle 1-2 Barcelona: Rashford's brilliant brace sees UCL opening victory

Barcelona have secured victory in their opening Champions League match of the season, defeating Newcastle United at St James’ Park.

Man City 2-0 Napoli: Haaland and Doku score to seal 3pts against 10-man visitors

Manchester City produced a dominant performance to win 2-0 against 10-man Napoli in their Champions League opener at the Etihad Stadium.

Copenhagen 2-2 Leverkusen: A Thrilling 2-2 Draw in the UEFA Champions League

Bayer Leverkusen kicked off their Champions League campaign in thrilling fashion in Copenhagen, as late drama saw the game end all square.

Sporting CP 4-1 Kairat Almaty: Sporting hit Kairat with three-goal blitz

Sporting cruised to a 4-1 home win over Kairat Almaty in their Champions League opener on Thursday, sealing the result with three goals in a four-minute second-half burst.

Frankfurt 5-1 Galatasaray: Burkardt double inspires Frankfurt to commanding win

Eintracht Frankfurt made a dream start to their Champions League campaign with a 5-1 victory over Turkish champions Galatasaray in front of their home fans on Thursday.

These Things Happen

ESPN: PFA working with Chelsea on treatment of Sterling and Disasi

Chelsea are "working closely with the Professional Footballers' Association (PFA)," sources have told ESPN, over the club's treatment of Raheem Sterling and Axel Disasi.

OFFICIAL: Marcus Rashford named Player of the Match against Newcastle

OFFICIAL: Marcus Rashford named Player of the Match against Newcastle

8 chances created! OFFICIAL: Phil Foden named Player of the Match vs. Napoli

 OFFICIAL: Phil Foden named Player of the Match vs. Napoli

Liverpool fan who sparked Simeone meltdown was banned from football for 3 years

THE Liverpool fan who sparked Diego Simeone's meltdown was previously banned from football for three years.

Schmeichel insists Man U bought the WRONG goalkeeper after signing £21m Lammens

Peter Schmeichel claims his old side Man United have signed the wrong goalkeeper and admitted he 'had never heard of Senne Lammens'.

Man City supporters fume at brutal Kevin De Bruyne decision

Kevin De Bruyne returned to Manchester City as a Napoli player in the Champions League on Thursday night, but the iconic midfielder's return to the Etihad Stadium was short-lived.

MU recall Rashford before Newcastle clash and now star is set for familiar trip

Marcus Rashford has had a turbulent last 12 months

Bruno Fernandes' reaction to Rashford moment in Barcelona win speaks volumes

Marcus Rashford was in sensational form for Barcelona as he scored twice in their 2-1 win over Newcastle United in the Champions League, leaving Bruno Fernandes and Jadon Sancho in awe.

Fans stunned by Hojlund & McTominay’s new looks as they return UK for City clash

MANCHESTER UNITED have been left stunned by Rasmus Hojlund's and Scott McTominay's new looks.

Haaland's become the fastest player to reach 50 goals in UCL with just 49 games

Erling Haaland has become the fastest player to reach 50 goals in the UCL, reaching the landmark in 49 matches, beating Ruud Van Nistelrooy (62 games) and Lionel Messi (66 games).

De Bruyne shows true colours after Man City vs Napoli request - 'I've asked him'

Kevin De Bruyne returns to the Etihad Stadium for the first time since his 10-yearstay came to an end this summer as Manchester City play host to Napoli in the Champions League

Chelsea red card controversy against Bayern Munich summed up in six-word verdict

Jonathan Tah was fortunate to escape a red card for his foul on Joao Pedro in the first half of Chelsea's Champions League defeat at Bayern Munich on Wednesday night

ESPN: Messi is close to sign a multi year contract with Inter Miami

Inter Miami and Lionel Messi have agreed to extend the Argentine star’s contract to remain in MLS beyond the FIFA World Cup 2026, according to ESPN.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe 'flies in for Ruben Amorim talks' with team's dreadful start

Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has flown into Manchester for talks with head coach Ruben Amorim after another dismal start to the season, according to reports.

What They Say

Carragher dismisses Chelsea's Club World Cup as Mickey Mouse Trophy

Jamie Carragher has risked incurring the wrath of Chelsea fans after the Liverpool legend claimed the club has not made any progress under Todd Boehly's ownership.

Rodrygo – ‘I went through a very difficult time at the end of last season’

Real Madrid star Rodrygo Goes has taken the time to thank Carlo Ancelotti, after helping him through what he has described as ‘a very difficult time’ before the end of last season. 

VIDEO OF THE DAY

Hansi Flick: "The two goals help a lot for Rashford to go to the next steps"

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