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LaLiga president Javier Tebas pictured speaking at an event as Real Madrid call for a change in leadership of the competition

LaLigaReal Madrid23 September 2026

Real Madrid demand a new LaLiga president after branding Tebas' response 'intolerable'

Real Madrid have called for a change at the top of LaLiga after describing Javier Tebas' reaction to their refereeing complaints as 'intolerable'. The club accuses the league president of using his position to discredit the institution. The row escalated following the derby defeat to Atletico and now includes a separate attack on journalist Juanma Castano.

InfoBlaugrana

·7 min read

Exterior view of the empty San Mamés stadium during the international break that keeps Athletic Club away from home for more than a month.

LaLiga23 September 2026

Athletic Club won't play at San Mamés until October 25: a month-long away stretch

The international break leaves Athletic Club without a home game for more than a month. Terzic's side will play three consecutive away matches before hosting Getafe on October 25. The Bilbao faithful will have to wait to see their team back at San Mamés after a bittersweet end to September.

Natilla·5 min read

Federico Higuaín during a Columbus Crew training session wearing the club's official gear.

Rules & refereeing23 September 2026

Federico Higuaín fired by Columbus Crew after sexist remark and physical aggression toward female referee

The Columbus Crew have parted ways with Federico Higuaín, their reserve team head coach and a club legend from his playing days. The decision came after the referees' association reported a sexist comment and two deliberate acts of physical aggression against a female official.

varela·6 min read

Tijjani Reijnders speaking at a Netherlands national team press conference, where he explained the reasons behind his move to Saudi club Al Qadsiah.

Premier LeagueTransfers23 September 2026

Tijjani Reijnders explains Man City exit: "I don't want to have to work again"

Tijjani Reijnders has opened up about the reasons behind his surprise move to Saudi side Al Qadsiah. The Dutch midfielder was unhappy with the attacking role Pep Guardiola asked him to play at Manchester City and admits a contract worth around 100 million euros over four seasons was impossible to turn down. He says his plan is to return to Europe in three or four years.

Javi

·4 min read

Spain national team coach Luis de la Fuente speaking during a television interview after confirming his renewal until Euro 2032.

National teams23 September 2026

Luis de la Fuente hits back at Mourinho: "I never thought there was a hidden hand"

Luis de la Fuente used his appearance on El Larguero to address the Madrid derby fallout and José Mourinho's complaints about refereeing. The Spain coach, now tied to the national team until Euro 2032, flatly rejected any idea of manipulation in football. He was emphatic: if he believed that, he would go home.

Matt

·6 min read

FC Barcelona Women players celebrate a goal during a UEFA Women's Champions League match.

Champions LeagueFC Barcelona23 September 2026

Barcelona Women start Champions League title defense at Paris FC

FC Barcelona Women begin their 2026-27 Champions League campaign this Wednesday with a trip to Paris FC in the group stage opener. The defending champions face the debut with several key injuries and Warsaw as the ultimate goal after lifting the trophy in Oslo.

InfoBlaugrana

·4 min read

Jurgen Klopp waves to Germany supporters during his presentation as the new national team head coach

National teams23 September 2026

Klopp's Germany debut: split squad, young talent and a mission to revive the Mannschaft

Jurgen Klopp begins his tenure as Germany head coach on Thursday against the Netherlands with a squad split into two nearly separate groups and a clear commitment to young, hungry players. The 59-year-old has spent weeks visiting stadiums and training grounds to get a close look at German football.

Natilla·5 min read

Mikel Arteta gestures from the Arsenal technical area during a Premier League match.

Premier LeagueArsenal23 September 2026

Mikel Arteta agrees new Arsenal contract to extend stay beyond ten seasons

Mikel Arteta has reached an agreement to extend his contract as Arsenal head coach. The 44-year-old is set to remain at the helm for at least ten seasons after leading the club back to the summit of English football. Official confirmation is not expected in the coming days, but the terms of the new deal have already been finalised.

varela·5 min read

Ville Koski, Deportivo Alavés centre-back, challenges for the ball during a LaLiga match.

LaLiga23 September 2026

Ville Koski: From last option to key piece in Quique's Alavés defense

The Finnish centre-back has started every LaLiga match since making his first start against Barcelona. His aerial strength and physical aggression have raised Alavés' defensive level, with the team keeping a clean sheet in half of the games he has started.

Javi

·6 min read

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill gives instructions from the touchline during a match at Celtic Park.

National teams23 September 2026

Celtic backs Martin O'Neill after painful week with three straight defeats

Celtic chief executive Michael Nicholson has confirmed the club will stand by manager Martin O'Neill after a tough week that included two defeats to Rangers and elimination from the Champions League. The 74-year-old had hinted he could step aside, but the club is betting on stability to fight for domestic and European success.

Matt

·4 min read

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