Barcelona vs. Rayo Vallecano—La Liga: Live Score and Match Stats Barcelona are looking to maintain a perfect start to the new season on Monday night. Sports Illustrated · Aug 31
Quote of the day by Lionel Messi: "If I wasn't paid to be a professional footballer I would…" - famous words reveal why football was always more than just a career Lionel Messi's words capture the genuine, deep connection he has always had with football, and the kind of passion that has quietly defined his entire extraordinary career. "Money is not a motivating factor," he said. "Money doesn't thrill me or make me play better because there are benefits to being… The Times of India · Aug 31
Lionel Messi quote of the day: ‘You can overcome something, if and only if you love something enough’ — a timeless lesson that true passion can give you the strength and resilience to overcome even the toughest challenges Lionel Messi quote of the day: Lionel Messi emphasizes that life holds more importance than football outcomes. His career highlights that success does not define a person's entire worth. Messi's retirement from international football marks a new chapter for him. He achieved significant success with Barcelona and Argentina. His foundation… The Economic Times · Aug 31
Argentina great Lionel Messi announces retirement from international football The decision comes shortly after the death of his father, Jorge Messi, which prompted the former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain player to consider his future. Euronews · Aug 31
Watch: Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus issues injury update ahead of Barcelona medical Good news for Barcelona fans as Brazilian prepares to complete move from Arsenal Evening Standard · Aug 31
Four Players Man Utd Could Sign After Michael Carrick’s Late Transfer Tease Manchester United have reported made an inquiry into a Premier League left back. Sports Illustrated · Aug 31
Hansi Flick Says ‘Everyone Is Worried About Lamine Yamal’—But Should They Be? After an underwhelming World Cup, Yamal has inspired criticism for his start to the new La Liga season. Sports Illustrated · Aug 31
Harry Maguire delighted with Marcus Rashford’s return after ‘rough ride’ at Manchester United Rashford made his first start for the club in nearly two years in the 5-2 win over Ipswich The Independent UK · Aug 31
Arsenal trying to lure Julián Álvarez after agreeing deals to sell Martinelli and Jesus Arsenal are running out of time to convince Julián Álvarez to join them from Atlético Madrid after agreeing late sales worth more than £70m The Guardian - UK · Aug 31
Arsenal trio set to leave before summer transfer window shuts Arsenal are set to sell three players before the summer transfer window slams shut on Tuesday. The Independent UK · Aug 31
Man Utd Left Scrambling As Forward ‘Rejects’ Much-Needed Exit Hopes of freeing up space in Michael Carrick’s squad could go right down to the wire. Sports Illustrated · Aug 31
Barcelona vs. Rayo Vallecano: Preview, Predictions and Lineups Barcelona are undefeated in their last eight games against Rayo Vallecano. Sports Illustrated · Aug 31
Transfer Rumors: Liverpool’s Shock Neto Pursuit; Amorim Plots Man Utd Heist Christian Pulisic, Gabriel Martinelli, Joshua Zirkzee, Mykhailo Mudryk, and many more feature in the gossip. Sports Illustrated · Aug 30
Women’s Super League 2026-27 preview No 10: London City Lionesses The Ballon d’Or winner Putellas leads an influx of superstar names at London City Lionesses with the aim of bridging the gap to the very best in the WSL The Guardian - UK · Aug 30
Sports Illustrated · Aug 30 Why Two Man Utd Talents Have Joined Arsenal in the Last Two Days The Gunners have deliberately recruited several young players with first-team ambitions.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 30 Running Out of Time, Arsenal’s Left Winger Search Funded by ‘Triple’ Sale The Gunners started the summer with plans to upgrade and have only done half the job.
The Economic Times · Aug 30 Barcelona's Yamal getting back to 'top level': Flick Barcelona coach Hansi Flick indicated teenage star Lamine Yamal is finding his way back to his "top level" ahead of Monday's La Liga clash against Rayo Vallecano. Yamal seemed in a bad mood after the game against Elche but happier in training ahead of the Rayo clash.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 30 Marcus Rashford’s Manchester United return feels like a marriage of convenience A lack of offers and problems in finding a replacement may be behind the move, but that does not mean it cannot work
Evening Standard · Aug 30 Arsenal handed Julian Alvarez boost as 'Atletico open talks to sign replacement striker' Striker’s situation continues to develop as transfer deadline approaches
Sports Illustrated · Aug 30 Barcelona Predicted Lineup vs. Rayo Vallecano: La Liga The Catalans have been very impressive in their opening two games of the campaign.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 30 Barcelona Are Close to Finally Signing a Striker—But It’s Not the One They Wanted The Catalans are reportedly turning to a forgotten Arsenal frontman to reinforce their attack.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 30 Arsenal Predicted Lineup vs. Aston Villa: Premier League Not even at full strength, the Gunners are oozing with confidence.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 30 Julian Alvarez’s Arsenal, Barcelona Transfer Saga Lurches Toward Conclusion Atletico Madrid have been firm in their stance all summer.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 30 Michael Carrick Completes Ruben Amorim Healing Process With Man Utd XI vs. Ipswich Carrick dropped one of this summer’s marquee recruits to roll the clock back 637 days with his eye-opening lineup.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 30 Where Cody Gakpo Will End Up in Man City, Tottenham Transfer Merry-Go-Round Gakpo is just one cog in a series of transfers involving two other Premier League forwards.