The essential football news this morning
Zinedine Zidane led his first training session with the French national team, Arsenal confirmed Mikel Arteta's contract extension, and Lionel Messi played his final match for Argentina.
Zidane and the France team
Zinedine Zidane took his first group training session with the France national team at Clairefontaine on Tuesday, according to several media outlets. Kylian Mbappé, who is ill, could start on the bench on Friday in Turkey, reports RMC Sport. Le Parisien notes that Zidane has already changed the France team in two weeks.
Arteta extends at Arsenal
Arsenal have made official the contract extension of their manager Mikel Arteta until 2030, several media outlets have announced. The Spanish coach is now tied to the club for three additional years, according to DailyFootball. Mundo Deportivo mentions another big extension that the club is reportedly preparing.
Messi says goodbye to Argentina
Lionel Messi played his last match with Argentina on Tuesday, a tribute friendly against Benin at the Monumental stadium, organised by the Argentine Football Association (AFA), reports DailyFootball. The Argentine press is paying tribute to Messi for his last match with the Albiceleste, according to Mundo Deportivo. Süddeutsche Zeitung notes that Messi is about to surpass the divine Maradona.
Manchester City and Guardiola
Pep Guardiola, former Manchester City manager, is expected to attend Wednesday's Champions League match against Paris Saint-Germain, according to The Independent. This presence comes as the club is at the heart of a guilty verdict for financial fair play violations. Rodri has reacted to this verdict, insisting that the club's achievements are deserved, reports The Guardian.
Manchester United under pressure
Michael Carrick is expected to make major changes at Manchester United to avoid being the next victim of the club's decline, according to The Independent and The Telegraph. The club is going through a difficult period after the draw against Fulham.
Salah in form at Trabzonspor
Mohamed Salah has reached 7 goals in 6 matchdays, his best performance in nine seasons with Trabzonspor, according to Anadolu Ajansı. The Egyptian forward is having his best start to a season since joining the club.
Bayern Munich target Dani Olmo
Bayern Munich are reportedly interested in Dani Olmo to cover a potential departure of Michael Olise or Jamal Musiala, according to several media outlets. The Bavarian club are reportedly looking to strengthen their squad.
Porto lead the Primeira Liga
FC Porto ended Benfica's unbeaten run by winning 3-1 in the 7th round of the Primeira Liga, thereby taking a five-point lead at the top of the championship, according to L'Équipe. The match was marked by the sending-off of a Benfica player, reports kicker.
