Removed Canada coach 'likely' knew about drone

Canadian Olympic Committee CEO David Shoemaker said new information from Soccer Canada showed suspended women's head coach Bev Priestman was likely aware of the drone use that has caused a scandal at the Paris Olympics.


Vandals target France rails with sabotage, arson

Vandals targeted France's high-speed railway network with a series of actions that brought disruption to the country's busiest lines ahead of the Olympics.


Canada top NZ after Olympic spying scandal

Defending champions Canada defeated New Zealand 2-1 in their Paris Olympics opening game on Thursday overshadowed by a spying scandal that has engulfed the women's tournament.


Mascherano baffled by 'circus' in Argentina loss

Argentina coach Javier Mascherano said he had never witnessed such a circus after a pitch invasion triggered a dramatic and long-delayed climax to the country's 2-1 loss to Morocco in their Olympic opener in St-Etienne on Wednesday.


Flick wants to bring more direct style to Barça

New Barcelona coach Flick said he respects the club's traditional passing style but he also wants to inject a more direct approach focused on scoring.


De Bruyne not leaving amid Saudi links - Pep

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has said reports linking Kevin De Bruyne with a move to Saudi Arabia are incorrect.


Villa sign Belgium midfielder Onana from Everton

Aston Villa have signed defensive midfielder Amadou Onana from fellow Premier League side Everton, both clubs said on Monday.


Fish cake fury: Game cancelled after VAR protest

The match in the Norwegian top flight between Rosenborg BK and Lillestrom was suspended on Sunday after fans showed their displeasure with the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) by throwing fish cakes onto the field.


Ten Hag hails United bosses after transfer moves

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag said they are on the front foot in the transfer market thanks to the club's leadership making quick and decisive moves.


Howe 'happy' at Newcastle amid England links

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has said he remains dedicated to the club and will be as long as he is "happy and feels supported" after being linked to the England head coach role.