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Brentford and Crystal Palace smile in penalty shootouts in the English League Cup

Chelsea take advantage of UEFA’s new rule and make a change to their Champions League squad

Chelsea register Facundo Buonanotte for the Champions League, taking advantage of UEFA’s new injury-replacement rule after Dário Essugo’s thigh surgery. The Argentine talent joins the squad ahead of Wednesday’s clash with Bayern Munich.

FIFA sets aside 300 million euros for clubs of World Cup players

FIFA will allocate 300 million euros to clubs supplying players for the 2026 World Cup, including those involved in qualifiers. The expanded Club Benefits Programme nearly doubles the payout from Qatar 2022 and aims to strengthen ties with clubs globally.

Maresca rages over Tah: 'They need to see blood first'

Should Jonathan Tah have been sent off against Chelsea? For the furious Enzo Maresca, the matter was clear – but the response from Munich came quickly.

The judge opens trial against Asencio and three other former players

A court in Gran Canaria has opened a trial against Real Madrid defender Raúl Asencio and three former youth players, accused of sharing sexual videos without consent. While Asencio is charged with distributing the material, the other three are also accused of recording it without the victims’ permission.

Journey at Inter Miami to continue: Messi set to renew contract

The Argentine’s contract ends at the end of this year, but he is expected to extend his stay with the MLS club.

Two squad surprises at Juve – Will Openda annoy Dortmund again?

A Juventus duo has surprisingly made it into the squad for today’s home game against Dortmund. Meanwhile, new signing Lois Openda is eyeing a debut.

Benfica intervenes after CL disappointment: Mourinho in the waiting room

Big news from Portugal: Benfica have sacked Bruno Lage. He will likely be replaced by José Mourinho.

Alexander-Arnold ruled out at Real Madrid for six to eight weeks

Real Madrid suffer a major blow as Trent Alexander-Arnold picks up a thigh injury against Marseille. The English right-back could miss six to eight weeks, leaving Xabi Alonso without both him and suspended Dani Carvajal.

Palmeiras win away at River Plate and take the lead in the Copa Libertadores quarter-finals

Palmeiras earned a crucial 2-1 away win at River Plate in the Copa Libertadores quarter-finals, with goals from Gustavo Gómez and Vitor Roque. Abel Ferreira praised his team’s effort but warned that the tie is far from over ahead of the decisive second leg in São Paulo.