Mikel Arteta commits future to Arsenal with new contract
Mikel Arteta is set to continue leading Arsenal after reaching a final agreement on an improved contract with the Premier League champions.
Joao Pedro injury rocks Chelsea ahead of Brentford clash
The 24-year-old played the full 2-2 Premier League draw with Hull City on Saturday, scoring one goal and setting up another. However, he reportedly picked up the knee problem after an awkward landing during an aerial challenge.
The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) confirmed Pedro's withdrawal but has not revealed the severity of the injury or how long he is expected to be sidelined.
Fluminense midfielder Matheus Martinelli has been called up as his replacement.
Pedro's injury will also be a concern for Chelsea as they prepare for their next Premier League match against Brentford on Friday at the Gtech Community Stadium.
Chelsea will then face the possibility of being without their in-form forward when Brazil begin their international schedule. Brazil are due to play Australia on September 25 and September 29 before meeting India in Kolkata on October 3.
Chelsea and the CBF are yet to provide a detailed recovery timeline for Pedro.
Brighton's Pascal Gross retires from Germany international football
Pascal Gross has confirmed that his Germany career is over, with the midfielder revealing that he made the decision after the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
'Really important win' - Alisson hails Liverpool fight after Bournemouth victory
Alisson Becker believes Liverpool's hard-fought 1-0 win at Bournemouth can give the team confidence after they produced a battling performance at the Vitality Stadium.
Harry Maguire urges Man Utd to improve after 'frustrating' Fulham draw
Harry Maguire believes Manchester United must become more clinical after being held to a 1-1 draw by Fulham at Craven Cottage over the weekend.