Nukul Jashoria

Barcelona have confirmed a fresh injury setback as midfielder Fermin Lopez has been ruled out for around two weeks with a soleus problem in his right leg. The midfielder, who has been key for Hansi Flick this season, will now miss crucial La Liga and Champions League clashes. His absence arrives just as Pedri nears his return, reshaping the midfield picture during a demanding run of fixtures.

Mason Greenwood’s international future has sparked fierce discussions among Jamaica’s players, with senior squad members warning it would be a “farce” for the Marseille forward to join only for the World Cup. As the Reggae Boyz stand one step from qualification, figures inside the camp insist loyalty, commitment and integrity must come before marquee talent.

Olympiacos pushed Real Madrid to the brink in a chaotic seven-goal Champions League thriller in Piraeus, but Kylian Mbappe’s four-goal performance proved decisive. Jose Luis Mendilibar praised his team’s fight, admitting Madrid “gave us a lifeline” late on, while offering a tactical breakdown of why Mbappe and Vinicius Junior are so devastating for Los Blancos.

Timo Werner is pushing for a move away from RB Leipzig this winter, with reports in Germany revealing a sensational interest in joining Lionel Messi at Inter Miami. The former Chelsea striker has fallen out of favour in Leipzig and sees MLS as his next destination despite rejecting a switch to the New York Red Bulls. With his future uncertain, Miami’s glamour and sporting profile appear to be drawing the German forward.

Manuel Neuer has broken his silence after two costly errors in Bayern Munich’s 3-1 Champions League defeat to Arsenal. The German captain analysed both goals in detail, insisting he had been thrown off balance during the opening strike before acknowledging the huge risk he took when charging at Gabriel Martinelli ahead of Arsenal's second.

Gianni Infantino has been criticised by the French players' union, which accused the FIFA boss of putting footballers' health at risk for money.

Papu Gomez opened up on his two-year doping ban, blasting the punishment as unfair and revealing how the absence nearly killed his love for football.

Werder Bremen forward Medina Desic has issued a public apology after celebrating her side’s Frauen Bundesliga derby win against Hamburg by holding up a provocative fan sign featuring a poop emoji and their rivals' crest. The 32-year-old admitted the incident was the result of a “moment of euphoria” and insisted she did not intend to insult or provoke anyone.

Barcelona goal machine Robert Lewandowski says the club will find it almost impossible to replace him after another prolific season in Spain.

Barcelona are still waiting to complete the signing of Joan Garcia but the goalkeeper has not ruled out making a move elsewhere.

Barcelona posted a hilarious video showing Hansi Flick pulling up Lamine Yamal’s sagging shorts during a training session.

Bayern Munich will take further steps to protect their players from injury after investigating Alphonso Davies' setback while playing for Canada.

Julian Nagelsmann lauds Cristiano Ronaldo’s dedication and fitness after Portugal’s 2-1 Nations League semi-final win over Germany.

Eintracht Frankfurt's Hugo Larsson joked that Xabi Alonso is unlikely to sign him despite reports the Spanish giants are showing interest.

Former Real Madrid hero Ivan Helguera has lifted the lid on the alleged mistreatment he faced before leaving the club.

Pedri has confirmed he rejected Bayern Munich in 2020, due to his "unconditional love" for Barcelona.

Lamine Yamal’s dazzling season continues to turn heads, especially Lothar Matthaus’, who knows a Ballon d’Or talent when he sees one.

Alvaro Morata hints at quitting Spain duty after his missed penalty cost La Roja in the Nations League final against Portugal.