Italy icon Pirlo takes charge at relegated Sampdoria

Andrea Pirlo was appointed the new manager of Sampdoria on Tuesday as the former Italian champions try to bounce back into Serie A at the first attempt.

European wrap: Ronaldo scores as Juventus start with a win

Cristiano Ronaldo was on the scoresheet as Juventus got their bid for a 10th successive Serie A title off to a winning start on Sunday, while PSG, Bayern Munich and Ajax also all picked up three points in their respective leagues across Europe.

I’m like Benjamin Button! – History-maker Ibrahimovic

Zlatan Ibrahimovic claimed to be “like Benjamin Button” after making history with two goals at Sampdoria as the veteran shows no signs of slowing down.

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.

Mourinho labels Matic a ‘genius’ after United debut

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