German football club based in Freiburg im Breisgau, playing in the Bundesliga
Celtic has secured a four-year deal with Haissem Hassan, a 24-year-old winger from Oviedo, with an option for a fifth year and add-ons totalling around £9m. The signing follows late-season interest and signals a broader transfer push as Mika Baur negotiations continue. Liverpool and Barca-linked moves also shape the summer, with new options for squads across the Premier League and La Liga.
Celtic defeat Kilmarnock 5-1, with Kasper Hogh scoring a second-half hat-trick after a bright start from the visitors. Rangers and HJK also feature in European ties, while West Ham progress in the Carabao Cup under pressure.
Paris Saint-Germain have retained the UEFA Super Cup after Déziré Doué's 61st-minute strike, awarded following a VAR review, beat Aston Villa 2-1 in Salzburg. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia opened the scoring before 17-year-old Brian Madjo levelled for Villa on his competitive debut, becoming the youngest scorer in the fixture's history.
El Mala has extended his contract with Cologne to 2031, retaining the No. 10 jersey amid transfer talk. He confirmed his commitment, saying he aims to build on last season’s 13 goals and five assists as the club hopes to fend off interest from Dortmund and others.
Larne is eliminated after conceding a late penalty in extra-time to Invermen following a 2-0 lead, with Montel Gibson sent off and controversy around a handball in the dying stages.
Three Conference League play-off first legs take place on Aug. 20. Hearts host Rapid Vienna at Tynecastle, Gent welcome Hibs in Gent, and Motherwell face Freiburg at Fir Park. All matches are not on UK TV; UK viewers can watch via club streams for a fee. Referees are named for each match.
Motherwell’s Zlatan Johansson has stayed with the club until at least January 2027 after a disrupted pre-season due to a jaw injury. He has netted twice and provided two assists in 11 appearances this season as manager Johansson says the squad is in good shape and focused on building fitness and team relationships during the upcoming fixtures.
Dortmund has won 1-0 away at Stuttgart, extending their 4-0 start to the season. Kovac’s side show defensive resolve and clinical finishing from Beier off the bench, hinting at a potential title push. Bayern remain top contenders with a narrow gap; Dortmund’s improvement signals a possible challenge this season.
Bayern Munich has delivered a commanding display to surge to the Bundesliga summit, with Luis Diaz spearheading a multi-goal performance that stifles Leipzig. Kane and Pavlovic contribute key assists as Kompany oversees a ruthless showing ahead of a packed schedule.
Manchester City faces renewed scrutiny as fans express defiance after being found guilty of Premier League financial rule breaches. The club’s appeal is ongoing, with supporters’ displays signalling solidarity with the team; critics warn of potential sanctions that could reshape English football.
Vincent Kompany has been receiving medical care after collapsing at a Bayern training session. He remains under observation; Bayern says staff will manage training as he undergoes comprehensive examinations.
Kompany has been hospitalised after collapsing at Bayern's training ground. Expects ongoing examinations; the club is planning to have Aaron Danks stand in for Sunday’s match. Bayern leads the Bundesliga and aims to keep momentum as investigations continue.
France has named Pablo Pagis in their 23-man squad for upcoming Nations League fixtures as Kylian Mbappé returns from injury. Pagis replaces injured Akliouche, with Zidane balancing a squad hit by several injuries. France leading Group A1 with 10 points.