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Alexia Putellas: ‘I’m hungry to win, to fight with my teammates for victory’

London City Lionesses’ headline signing talks expectations, the lure of playing in England and the prospect of being kicked by her former teammates Momentarily, Alexia Putellas appears somewhat nervous, stepping inside the cramped conference room in a Kent hotel to see 23 reporters squeezed inside, all eager to hear from the Women’s Super League’s newest global superstar , but she quickly composes herself. Within minutes, she is into her stride, asking for tips about roast dinners and drawing laughs from the room as she jokes that her friends who play for other English clubs have told her they are going to kick her. Welcome to the WSL. Speaking in English throughout the 20-minute session with ever-increasing proficiency, the two-time Ballon d’Or winner and four-time Champions League winner explains why she has swapped the prestige of Barcelona – where she has been idolised over a trophy-laden 14-year spell – for a team that finished 22 points adrift of the European qualification places last term. Continue reading...

Today’s Papers: Inter beat Juventus, Milan and Roma collapse

La Gazzetta dello Sport Inter are hot Juve beaten and are pulling ahead, even in...

BBC Women's Football Weekly

Two-time Ballon d'Or winner and London City Lionesses' star signing joins the pod!

What are your favourite new kits for the coming season?

BBC Sport has rounded up some of the best new kits released by clubs around the world over the summer - vote for your top 10

‘It’s a true art form’: Nigeria goalkeeper Maduka Okoye on high fashion and life at Udinese

The former Watford player talks about his off-field pursuits, lessons from the World Cup and unfinished business When Maduka Okoye visited Paris fashion week for the Jean Paul Gaultier show, taking his seat in the front row alongside rapper Cardi B, the online reaction was swift. Within hours, footage of the Udinese and Nigeria goalkeeper was all over TikTok and Instagram – where his audience now stretches to nearly two million followers – transforming the appearance into a viral cultural moment that crossed beyond the boundaries of football. Yet ask Okoye to reflect on his sudden explosion into the fashion ecosystem, and he frames it not as a pursuit of celebrity or status, but as a genuine interest in art. “Being at the Paris fashion week was really impressive,” Okoye says. “It was my first time really coming into contact with high fashion, and it was fascinating. It’s a true art form. I enjoyed it immensely and since that moment I’ve become a much bigger fan of fashion than I was before.” Continue reading...

How Trabzonspor shocked Turkish rivals to make Mohamed Salah their Black Sea saviour

Never before has a big name rejected Istanbul for Trabzon, but former Liverpool striker was offered more than riches It began with a text sent during the World Cup. Ertugrul Dogan, the president of Trabzonspor, was watching Egypt when he picked up his phone and messaged his manager, Fatih Tekke. “Coach,” it read. “Do you want Mohamed Salah?” Tekke’s response was immediate enthusiasm, though Trabzonspor’s initial push for Salah went under the radar with Besiktas looking most likely to land the former Liverpool striker. In Turkish football, Istanbul’s Big Three – Galatasaray, Fenerbahce and Besiktas – have long held monopoly on the Super Lig’s marquee signings. Continue reading...

Who am I? Guess Premier League star No 20

Work out the identity of today's player in as few attempts as possible.

New season, new boss - will Alexander-Arnold be key figure at Real Madrid?

Trent Alexander-Arnold faces a defining second season at Real Madrid as he looks to prove his worth under Jose Mourinho.

A 'triangular' match for Barcelona? Unusual preseason fixture explained

Barcelona's preseason run-out on Saturday pits them against both Nottingham Forest and Udinese over a total of 90 minutes. How does that work?

Why Real Madrid spent big to sign Yan Diomande, and how he'll fit into attack

Why have Real Madrid added World Cup star Yan Diomande to a forward line that already features Kylian Mbappé, Jude Bellingham and Vinícius Júnior?

Inside how Vinícius Júnior signed new Real Madrid contract

Vinícius Júnior ended weeks of speculation of a blockbuster move to Arsenal by signing a new six-year Real Madrid contract. Here's how it played out.

Enjoyed the World Cup? Here's your 101 guide to the club game

So, you're keen to extend your soccer love? Well, let Bill Connelly count 10 things you need to know.

From Arsenal to Liverpool, which elite clubs are struggling with World Cup burnout?

The World Cup was a great spectacle, but it was also hard work for the players, and as many of the game's stars return to their clubs to prepare for the 2026-27, which clubs are battling burnout the most?

Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal, Man Utd both want Inter's Pio Esposito

Inter Milan striker Pio Esposito is wanted by Premier League giants Arsenal and Manchester United. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Araujo set for medical ahead of surprise Liverpool loan move

Liverpool have agreed a surprise deal for Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo to join on loan for the season.

Bournemouth latest: Scott and Anthony sent off in eventful draw with Real Betis

Papers: Arsenal could hijack Liverpool's move for Barcola

The top stories and transfer rumours from Saturday's newspapers...

Wissa double gives Newcastle boss Jaissle winning start at 10-man Valencia

Substitute Yoane Wissa scored twice to give Matthias Jaissle a winning start as Newcastle boss with a 2-1 comeback pre-season win at 10-man Valencia.