Moataz Elgammal

Florian Thauvin scored a decisive first-half goal as Lens pulled off a major upset to defeat Paris Saint-Germain 1-0 in the Trophée des Champions on Sunday. Despite going down to 10 men just before half-time, the hosts defended heroically to frustrate Luis Enrique’s side and secure the first piece of domestic silverware of the season in front of a passionate home crowd.

Barcelona have reached a massive agreement to sign star midfielder Rodri from Manchester City on a four-year contract. The Spanish giants will pay a significant fee to secure the recent Ballon d'Or winner, ending his highly successful seven-year spell in England. Meanwhile, Enzo Maresca is already planning to replace him by targeting Chelsea standout Enzo Fernandez.

Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has officially confirmed the club will remain active in the transfer market before the window closes. Speaking after a 3-0 Community Shield defeat to Arsenal, Maresca addressed the ongoing negotiations for Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi and the notable absence of Rodri, who is linked with a move to Barcelona.

Scotland have officially confirmed the appointment of Sebastien Pocognoli as their new head coach on a two-year contract. The former Monaco manager replaces Steve Clarke, who departed following a disappointing group-stage elimination at the recent World Cup. Pocognoli now faces the immediate task of preparing the national team for their upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures.

Liverpool's pre-season preparations took a gruesome turn on Sunday when their behind-closed-doors friendly match against Italian side Como was marred by a horrific injury. Alberto Dossena suffered a severe dislocated finger during the goalless draw, prompting the club's official broadcast channel, LFCTV, to issue an immediate on-air apology to their viewers.

Manchester City are stepping up negotiations to sign Lille star Ayyoub Bouaddi as Enzo Maresca accelerates his midfield overhaul following Pep Guardiola. The Moroccan international has agreed personal terms with the club, while Rodri was omitted from the squad for today's 3-0 Community Shield defeat against Arsenal, intensifying talk of a move to Barcelona.

Arsenal supporters are celebrating their new summer acquisition, Christos Tzolis, after the winger delivered an outstanding performance to help secure a 3-0 Community Shield triumph over Man City today. The Greek forward provided two crucial assists, instantly winning over the fans and proving exactly why Mikel Arteta brought him to the Emirates Stadium.

Arsenal supporters ruthlessly taunted new Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca after an explosive, record-breaking start to the Community Shield in Cardiff. Goals from Riccardo Calafiori and Kai Havertz secured a dominant 2-0 lead by half-time, leaving their rivals overwhelmed and facing loud, mocking chants from the opposition crowd today.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta sent a clear message regarding the futures of Gabriel Martinelli, Gabriel Jesus, and Ethan Nwaneri by leaving them out of his Community Shield squad. With Arsenal currently leading Manchester City 2-0 in the first half, the surprising omission comes amid intense speculation that the three players could leave the club before the window closes.

Celtic have officially completed the signing of Haissem Hassan from Spanish side Real Oviedo on a four-year contract. The Egypt international arrives in a transfer that could reach £9 million, subject to add-ons. Hassan joins the Scottish champions aiming to bring his pace and skill to their attacking lineup ahead of their upcoming domestic and European campaigns.

Aston Villa have seen their teenage striker Brian Madjo officially become the youngest player ever to score in a UEFA Super Cup final. A close-range, left-footed volley into the roof of the net against Paris Saint-Germain secured an important equaliser. This precise finish put the 17-year-old firmly into the European history books during a highly competitive first half.

Alejandro Garnacho has endured a difficult 18 months following an unceremonious exit from Manchester United and a highly disappointing spell at Chelsea. Now looking to rebuild his reputation on loan at Aston Villa, the winger has received backing from former goalkeeper Brad Friedel, who believes Unai Emery is the perfect manager to help him rediscover his previous excellent form.

Arsenal are ready to ramp up their pursuit of Ezri Konsa this summer as they seek cover for the injured William Saliba. However, a massive valuation gap remains, with Aston Villa demanding double the initial offer. The Gunners must now decide whether to meet the hefty asking price to secure the England defender before the transfer window slams shut.

Rio Ferdinand has urged Manchester United manager Michael Carrick to keep Marcus Rashford this summer, comparing the winger to a purring Ferrari in pre-season training. The recommendation comes after Rashford returned to Old Trafford with a new number 14 shirt, following a successful loan at Barcelona, as the club weighs up his long-term future.

Myles Lewis-Skelly is facing an uncertain future at Arsenal despite his desire to remain at the club and fight for a starting spot. While the academy graduate has impressed during pre-season, intense competition for places and reported interest from rival Premier League sides Manchester United and Chelsea mean a summer transfer could still be on the cards for the midfielder.

Everton forward Martin Sherif has been officially charged by the Football Association following allegations that he breached betting regulations. The youngster is accused of placing numerous bets on football matches over a 15-month period. Sherif now faces a potential ban or fine as he prepares to formally respond to the serious charges brought against him by the governing body.

Chelsea have placed a £50 million asking price on Liam Delap as Premier League clubs prepare to launch official moves for the striker. The forward could leave Stamford Bridge just one year after completing a £30m transfer from Ipswich Town. Having scored only two goals during a difficult debut campaign, Delap has struggled to win over new manager Xabi Alonso ahead of the September transfer deadline.