Kick Off: Messi retires from Argentina; Yamal & Raphinha fire Barca to 5-2 win

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Top Headlines

Messi announces retirement from Argentina national team on social media

Leo Messi updated his social media and announced a piece of astonishing news: he retires from the Argentine national team.

Barcelona 5-2 Vallecano: Yamal and Raphinha score double to continue their perfect start

Lamine Yamal opened his account for the 2026-27 season in style with a sublime double in Barcelona's 5-2 rout of Rayo Vallecano.

Match Reports

Aston Villa 0-1 Arsenal: Saka scores winner to secure back-to-back win for Arteta

Bukayo Saka's goal just before the hour mark was enough for champions Arsenal to maintain their perfect start with a 1-0 win over Aston Villa at Villa Park.

These Things Happen

Here we go! Romano: Man City to sign Ndiaye from Everton for £65m

Here we go! According to Fabrizio Romano, Manchester City has signed Everton forward Iliman Ndiaye for a total of £65 million.

Here We Go! Romano: Grealish Returns to Everton on Loan

Here we go! According to renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano, Grealish has rejoined Everton on loan.

Here We Go! Romano: Juventus loan Newcastle striker Woltemade without buy option

Here we go! According to renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano, Juventus has signed Newcastle United striker Woltemade on loan with no buy-out clause.

Here we go! Romano: Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sánchez joins Como on loan

Here we go! According to Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sánchez has joined Como on loan.

Here we go! Romano: Mudryk joins Tottenham on loan with option to buy

Here we go! According to Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea forward Mykhailo Mudryk has joined Tottenham Hotspur on loan with an option to buy.

Barcola becomes Liverpool's second most expensive signing after £123m move

Liverpool have announced the signing of winger Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain for a reported £123m (€143.6m).

MU open talks with B. Fernandes over new deal with £220,000 weekly contract to expire next summer

Manchester United have opened talks with Bruno Fernandes over a new contract for heir inspirational captain.

Two obstacles for Sancho as former United outcast nears potential Dortmund return

Jadon Sancho would be forced to accept two contract conditions if he is to secure a return to Borussia Dortmund this summer.

Injured players sweating over World Cup place after Rodrygo ruled out for Brazil

The 2026 World Cup is fast approaching, but some players are facing a race against time to be fit and available for their country.

Cody Gakpo transfer news: Man City consider options after Liverpool reject £80m bid for winger

Man City are exploring alternatives after Liverpool rejected their £80m bid for Cody Gakpo.

Comparing Man Utd’s Premier League record with & without Kobbie Mainoo

After falling out of favour under Ruben Amorim, Kobbie Mainoo has now cemented himself as one of Manchester United‘s most important players.

Chelsea interest in Monaco’s Lamine Camara wanes

Chelsea’s interest in AS Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara (22) may be waning, as per a report from Onze Mondial. It comes as RMC Sport report Chelsea’s interest in AS Roma midfielder Manu Koné, whilst L’Équipe also refer to another “priority” target in midfield for the London club.

Barcola to Liverpool: France forward who has moved from PSG is quick, strong, versatile, intelligent

Bradley Barcola is the most expensive transfer of this summer window following his £123m move to Liverpool but why is he so prized? He has achieved plenty already. But there is more to come.

Enzo Fernandez transfer news: Man City open talks with Chelsea to sign Argentina midfielder

Manchester City have opened direct club-to-club talks with Chelsea to sign Enzo Fernandez, according to Sky in Italy.

European football legend, 38, has lucrative Saudi contract worth £85m ripped up

Karim Benzema has agreed to tear up his lucrative contract with Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal, with the football legend reportedly considering retirement.

Balogun to Everton? Ex-Arsenal striker forged his own path via France & USA switch

When Folarin Balogun arrives for his individual training sessions, his coach, Saul Isaksson-Hurst, has learned to be flexible. He can have a detailed plan mapped out, but Balogun, an intense and analytical character, tends to bring his own ideas.

Bellingham thriving as No 10 under Mourinho at Madrid – Euro Debrief plus more

Welcome to The Euro Debrief, a new Sky Sports column in which Adam Bate rounds up some of the key stories from the latest matches across the continent.

What They Say

Infantino Pays Tribute to Messi: You Redefined the Beautiful Game

Following Messi's retirement announcement from the Argentine national team, FIFA President Gianni Infantino paid tribute on social media.

Man Utd told Victor Osimhen is 'waiting' for transfer as Benjamin Sesko plan tipped

Former Manchester United striker Louis Saha has claimed that Victor Osimhen is still waiting for the Red Devils to make their move before the September 1 deadline

Carrick: Man Utd always looking for more in the transfer market