Thomas Tuchel has admitted his relationship with Jude Bellingham has been "up and down" but insists they are now in a good place after calling up his brother Jobe Bellingham for England's Nations League games against Croatia and Spain. The England boss also revealed he apologised to Kobbie Mainoo in front of the squad for leaving him out at the World Cup.
Lionel Messi has reportedly made a definitive call on his immediate playing career following intense speculation regarding a romantic return to his roots in Argentina. Despite emotional ties to his boyhood club, the legendary forward remains fully committed to his current project in Major League Soccer.
A landmark NCAA calendar overhaul is facing a late revolt, with schools divided over resources and leading coaches warning that college soccer risks being left behind.
Real Madrid's commercial standing in the Far East remains in a state of paralysis as Chinese broadcasters refuse to restore coverage of the Spanish giants. Despite high-level apologies from the club and Kylian Mbappe himself, the fallout from the Frenchman's controversial social media appearance shows no signs of abating.
Koni De Winter has turned down a call-up to the Belgium squad for this month's Nations League games against Turkey and Italy, and Mark van Bommel has warned the AC Milan defender that the decision will have long-term consequences. De Winter did not play a single minute in Belgium's four group games so far, despite being a regular starter for his club.
Returning stars, new faces and notable omissions: one last club weekend to build momentum ahead of USMNT duty - or show Mauricio Pochettino what he's missing.
Jack Grealish has officially returned to training at Finch Farm as he looks to put a difficult period at Everton behind him. The 31-year-old playmaker is now targeting a Premier League return following the international break, having missed the Toffees' most recent outings due to a combination of fitness issues and internal disciplinary measures.