Match

The Selecao have been given a wake-up call at the start of the World Cup year. The big talking point afterwards is a player who wasn’t even selected.

It was a night of equal misfortune for Wales and the Republic of Ireland, who were eliminated from World Cup qualifying. Both teams lost leads in the final minutes before losing painful penalty shootouts to Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Czechia, respectively.

Italy moved within one match of ending their long World Cup absence with a composed 2-0 win over Northern Ireland in their playoff semifinal, as Sandro Tonali and Moise Kean proved decisive. For a side still carrying the weight of missing the last two tournaments, this was less about flair and more about control. And, for long stretches, Italy had both.

Dzeko's national team knocked Wales out on penalties; they are the Azzurri's final opponents on the road to the World Cup

Turkey have reached the final of the World Cup play-offs. In the semi-final against Romania, Ferdi Kadioglu scored the decisive goal to make it 1–0 in the second half following a superb assist from Arda Güler.

A goal from Dzeko in the 89th minute took the match into extra time and then to a penalty shoot-out: Alajbegovic’s penalty proved decisive

It wasn’t just Italy v Northern Ireland and Wales v Bosnia; six other matches were played today in the European World Cup qualifiers

Renee Slegers has lauded her Arsenal side for their "clinical and ruthless" performance after securing a vital 3-1 first-leg win in their Women's Champions League quarter-final against Chelsea. The Gunners boss was full of praise for how her team handled the pressure of a high-stakes London derby at the Emirates.

Rayan Cherki put himself in the spotlight at Wembley with a blatant piece of gamesmanship during Manchester City’s Carabao Cup final win over Arsenal. The Frenchman poked fun at the Gunners by flashing a grin at the cameras while feigning an injury after a challenge from Ben White.

The Azzurri squad list for Thursday’s play-off in Bergamo.

Fagioli has taken charge at Fiorentina, but Gattuso does not consider him a key player for the national team.

A new video has shown Pep Guardiola embracing Rayan Cherki after the forward was substituted towards the end of Manchester City's Carabao Cup final triumph over Arsenal on Sunday afternoon. The France international was criticised in some quarters for juggling the ball with his side 2-0 up, with manager Guardiola seen shaking his head in response to the trickery.

Lionel Messi netted the 71st free-kick goal of his career as he inspired Inter Miami to a 3-2 victory over New York City FC in Major League Soccer on Sunday. The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner dragged his side level to 2-2 with a deflected set-piece that left USMNT goalkeeper Matt Freese stranded between the sticks.

Gary Neville was seen shushing a Manchester City supporter after being targeted by inane and witless jeers from the stands during Sunday's Carabao Cup final. The former Manchester United and England defender was at Wembley Stadium to co-commentate on City's victory over Arsenal as Nico O'Reilly scored a brace but was forced to engage with one fan who attempted to rile him up.

Real Madrid have again criticised the state of refereeing in La Liga after star midfielder Federico Valverde was sent off during Sunday night's 3-2 victory over Atletico Madrid. The Uruguayan was handed a straight red card for a cynical trip on Alex Baena and will now serve a two-game domestic suspension, ruling him out of the upcoming clashes with Mallorca and Girona after the international break.

The former striker previewed the match against Northern Ireland, revealing his ideal line-up, which combines established players with some new faces

Switzerland forward Alisha Lehmann finally opened her account for Leicester City, but her first-half strike was not enough to prevent a devastating 2-1 defeat against Aston Villa. Despite taking an early lead, the Foxes collapsed in the second half, suffering their sixth consecutive Women's Super League loss and deepening their fears of a looming relegation battle.

Real Madrid won the derby against Simeone's side, with former Atalanta player Lookman breaking the deadlock

Atalanta return to winning ways in Serie A after a month

After a month, Atalanta are back to winning ways in Serie A

Two players are out for the Lariani.

David Moyes has revealed his delight at Everton's "intensity" in their stunning 3-0 win over Chelsea on Saturday, as he praised the effort and intensity of his players. The Toffees recorded a superb win at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, as Beto netted a brace and Ilman Ndiaye scored a stunner.

Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior says he is "100%" responsible for the team's defensive mistakes in the wake of Saturday's disappointing 3-0 defeat to Everton in the Premier League. The Blues slipped to a fourth consecutive defeat in all competitions at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, leaving the manager under increasing pressure at Stamford Bridge and facing a battle to qualify for the Champions League.

Harry Kane has been told he will only break Robert Lewandowski's Bundesliga scoring record at Bayern Munich if Vincent Kompany's side lose to Real Madrid in the Champions League. Kane has 31 goals in just 26 league games this season, and must hit 42 if he is to surpass Lewandowski's record.

Chelsea star Jorrel Hato has revealed that manager Liam Rosenior didn't have much to say to his players in the wake of Saturday's disappointing 3-0 Premier League defeat to Everton. The result is a fourth straight loss for the Blues in all competitions, putting pressure on the manager at Stamford Bridge. The Blues are also now facing a battle to secure Champions League football for next season.

Wrexham sealed one of their "best wins" under manager Phil Parkinson after fighting back from a goal down to beat Sheffield United 2-1 in the Championship on Saturday at Bramall Lane. The win keeps the Red Dragons' hopes of making it into the play-offs alive ahead of the final seven games of the season as they sit in seventh place in the table but level on points with Southampton in sixth.

Player ratings for the Juventus v Sassuolo match.

Andy Carroll has started his Dagenham and Redbridge managerial career with a 1-0 victory over Torquay United on Saturday. Minority owner and YouTuber KSI was in the stands as the Daggers took three vital points, and Carroll, the former England striker, celebrated post-match with his family.

Even without their suspended star striker Edin Dzeko, Schalke 04 have retained their lead at the top of the 2. Bundesliga table.