Italian city and province capital in Lombardy
Lionel Messi has announced his international retirement and will don Argentina’s No. 10 one last time in a farewell friendly against Benin in Buenos Aires. The match marks a symbolic passing of the torch to a new generation as Argentina prepares for life without its all-time leading scorer.
Arsenal has officially announced the signing of Bruno Guimarães for £75m from Newcastle, and he is being integrated as the club eye another title defense. The midfielder has given his first impressions and the squad will rely on his versatility to influence both build-up play and goals.
Arsenal have added Bruno Guimarães to the midfield and introduced him in a warm-up with Como, where a 1-1 draw led to a 4-3 shootout win. Myles-Skelly has started to cement his midfield role, while the club’s transfer activity remains high ahead of the season.
Arsenal are exploring a deal for Bayer Leverkusen’s versatile defender Quansah, who can play centre-back and right-back. Talks are at an exploratory stage; Villa and Leverkusen hold valuations around €50m-€60m. Arsenal are also weighing Konsa as a potential option, while other targets and loan concerns shape their window strategy.
Como's mayor has announced a measure banning cyclists from riding on about 30 central streets, requiring them to dismount and walk. The move aims to boost public safety amid congestion and a surge in tourist traffic. The policy is part of a broader traffic plan that includes a limited-traffic zone in the historic centre.
Multiple Champions League playoff ties have produced tense finishes, with Sabah overturning a late deficit against Hapoel Beersheva to reach the group stage; other ties see Glimt and Celtic maintaining leads as Monaco prepares the draw.
Arsenal has started the new season by winning games and sitting top, with key players like Odegaard and Havertz contributing. Chelsea and Villa confront heavy spending and shifting lineups as the window closed, while Arsenal maintains momentum through a mix of old and new faces.
Roberta Picchi has been diagnosed with breast cancer. Como 1907 has extended her contract until 2027-28 and will support her treatment with the club's medical team as she begins therapy. The club asks for privacy during her recovery ahead of Como's Serie A debut.
Como has risen from bankruptcy to Serie A, earning a first Champions League campaign. To honour long-serving fans, Mirwan Suwarso and other directors are surrendering their tickets for Como’s home opener against RB Leipzig, ensuring elderly supporters attend amid UEFA capacity rules.