Marta’s World Cup finale overshadowed by Brazil’s poor play

PSG chairman Nasser Al-Khelaifi has refuted Lionel Messi’s claim that he was not recognised by the French club for his World Cup triumph last year.

Manchester City defender Kyle Walker has praised the “character” of referee Michael Oliver for not awarding Liverpool a late penalty during Sunday’s 1-1 draw between the title rivals.

Real Madrid outclassed Girona 3-0 on Saturday to return to the top of the LaLiga standings, thanks to goals from Joselu, Aurelien Tchouameni and Jude Bellingham.