Leagues and unions take legal action against FIFA over international calendar

Two major bodies representing footballers and football clubs in Europe are filing a complaint accusing FIFA of abusing its position.

Celtic edge Manchester City 4-3 in US pre-season friendly

Nicolas Kuhn scored twice and Luis Palma netted the decider in the 68th minute to give Celtic a 4-3 victory over Manchester City.

Man Utd sporting director Ashworth targets sustained success

Manchester United sporting director Dan Ashworth said on Monday the club’s new hierarchy are determined to restore their team’s tarnished reputation after “falling below the required standards” last season.

Miami’s Messi, Suarez out for MLS All-Star Game

Argentina star Lionel Messi and Inter Miami teammate Luis Suarez will miss Wednesday’s Major League Soccer All-Star Game with injuries.

Torino sign Scotland striker Che Adams

Torino have signed Scotland striker Che Adams as a free agent, the Serie A club announced.

Liverpool call for probe after team walk off in racism row

Liverpool have demanded an “urgent investigation” after their under-18s team walked off following alleged racist abuse.

Marseille sign Tottenham’s Hojbjerg on loan

French Ligue 1 club Marseille have announced the arrival on loan of Danish midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg.

Guardiola insists De Bruyne will stay at City

Manchester City head coach Pep Guardiola has ruled out any chance of Kevin De Bruyne leaving the club this transfer window.

Chelsea sign USA defender Wiley from Atlanta Utd

Chelsea signed teenage United States defender Caleb Wiley from Atlanta United in a deal worth a reported £8.5 million ($10.9 million) on Monday.

Villa’s Moussa Diaby set to undergo Al Ittihad medical

Aston Villa Moussa Diaby is on the verge of a move to the Saudi Pro League.