Football

Isco scored twice and Cristiano Ronaldo added another goal to give Real Madrid a 3-1 win over Athletic Bilbao.

With crucial World Cup qualifiers approaching, the England coach has complained that his talent pool is severely limited.

Newly promoted Villarreal thrashed Osasuna 3-0 on Saturday to establish their best start in the Spanish league with three victories from as many games.

Jermaine Pennant came off the bench to score a late free kick on Saturday to give Stoke a 1-0 win at West Ham in the Premier League.

Athletic Bilbao say they have rejected an offer from Manchester United for midfielder Ander Herrera.

The Bundesliga club says on its website that the 26-year-old Boateng is undergoing a medical.

Arsenal will be eager to show the north London balance of power has not shifted and Liverpool face a test of their top-four credentials against United.

Kaka's departure is likely to be complicated by negotiations over his wages as he is one of the best paid players in the world.

Real Zaragoza have agreed to take 19-year-old Chile forward Angelo Henriquez on loan from Manchester United until the end of the season.

Marouane Fellaini scored late in extra time to spare Everton's blushes as they came from a goal down to beat Stevenage 2-1.

Andre Villas-Boas said the club could fine forward Gareth Bale for failing to attend training ahead of an expected world record move to Real Madrid.

Chelsea's Fernando Torres and former Barcelona player Samuel Eto'o, now at Russia's Anzhi, are also possible targets.

The Club Licensing Committee First Instance Body decided to give one-time exemption so that they can participate in the upcoming 2013-14 football season.

Lionel Messi could play a part in Wednesday's Spanish Super Cup second leg at home to Atletico Madrid.

Striker Sunil Chhetri leads the 20-member Indian football squad for the forthcoming SAFF Championship in Kathmandu.

Barcelona say defender Adriano is doubtful for Wednesday's second leg of the Spanish Super Cup after injuring his right leg.