Madrid star suffers muscle-injury setback

Real Madrid defender Dean Huijsen has dropped out of the Spain squad for World Cup qualifiers because of a muscular injury and will be replaced by former Man City star Aymeric Laporte.

Barca-icon Jordi Alba to retire at end of season

Inter Miami’s former Spanish international defender Jordi Alba has announced his decision to retire from football at the end of the ongoing MLS campaign.

African players in Europe: Semenyo, Kudus, Williams in the goals

Take a look at the African headline-makers in the major European leagues.

Atletico thrash Real Madrid in gripping derby

Julian Alvarez struck twice to earn Atletico Madrid an emphatic 5-2 derby victory over La Liga leaders Real Madrid on Saturday, ending their rivals’ perfect start to the season.

Barcelona hit hard with double injury blow

Barcelona suffered a double injury blow on Friday with winger Raphinha and goalkeeper Joan Garcia ruled out of upcoming matches including next week’s Champions League clash against Paris Saint-Germain.

Barca claim comeback win at Oviedo

Headers from Robert Lewandowski and Ronald Araujo helped Barcelona make a 3-1 comeback victory at minnows Real Oviedo on Thursday in La Liga.

Monchi exit ‘changes nothing’ for Emery at Villa

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery said the sudden departure of long-time ally Monchi from the Premier League club will not affect his future.

Real Madrid thrash Levante, Mbappe hits brace

Real Madrid extended their winning start to La Liga with a comfortable 4-1 triumph at Levante on Tuesday.

Gavi to miss up to five months after knee surgery

Barcelona midfielder Gavi is set to miss up to five months after undergoing surgery on a knee injury, the club said on Tuesday.

Barca’s Camp Nou return held up by licence issue

Barcelona must wait to return to their renovated Camp Nou home after the city council turned down their request for an essential permit on Tuesday.