Bafana linger in 64th, Germany tops the Fifa rankings

Germany leap-frogged Brazil and Argentina to move to the summit of the Fifa world rankings, while Bafana Bafana continue to occupy 64th spot in the world.

Messi likely to thrive without Neymar

With Neymar on the brink of a world-record move to Paris Saint-Germain, how will Barcelona manage without the Brazilian?

Highlights: Mata bags winner on Matic debut

Nemanja Matic enjoyed a winning debut as Manchester United wrapped up pre-season preparations with a 2-1 victory over Sampdoria in Dublin on Wednesday.

Man Utd man confident of ending Super Cup curse

Juan Mata has lost twice in the Uefa Super Cup, but the Manchester United star is confident heading into Tuesday’s clash against Real Madrid.

Mourinho labels Matic a ‘genius’ after United debut

Jose Mourinho hailed Nemanja Matic as “a genius”, following his Manchester United debut against Sampdoria.

PSG must pay €222m, Barca tell Neymar

Barcelona have told Neymar and his representatives that his €222-million release clause must be paid in full to complete the Brazil superstar’s prospective world-record transfer to Paris Saint-Germain.

Barca lets Neymar miss training as PSG close in

Neymar has been granted permission to miss training by Barcelona as his world-record move to Paris Saint-Germain reportedly nears completion.

Griezmann happy at Atletico – Juanfran

Atletico Madrid star Antoine Griezmann is happy at the club amid links to Barcelona, according to teammate Juanfran.

Highlights: Liverpool ease past Bayern

Watch Liverpool cruise to a 3-0 victory over Bayern Munich in the Audi Cup at the Allianz Arena through goals from Sadio Mane, Mohamed Salah and Daniel Sturridge.

Klopp: Barcelona can save energy over Coutinho

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has told Barcelona to “save their energy” as they continue to be linked to star attacker Philippe Coutinho.