The former Chelsea hitman will not play again until 2020, while it could be April before he returns if the worst fears are realised

Malaysia put up an inspired performance on a wet Thursday evening to oust Thailand and reignite their qualifying hopes in WCQ/ACQ in Group G.

The Manchester City striker may get the chance to shine for his country against Argentina with a PSG star ruled out, and he wants to make his mark

The league made the announcement at its annual general meeting (AGM) in Kempton Park on Thursday

Macclesfield are charged with misconduct and referred to a disciplinary panel after failing to pay their players on time.

A deal in January looks unlikely - though it is not impossible - while the Reds face competition for the lofty midfielder

Former France striker Thierry Henry takes over as coach of Major League Soccer side Montreal Impact.

There will be reflections on England's past ahead of their 1,000th international on Thursday. But will we see evidence this current crop are back on track to make their own history at Euro 2020?

Macclesfield have been charged with misconduct by the EFL and referred to a Disciplinary Commission for failing to pay their players on time.

The Canaries have lost six of their last seven games and are four points adrift of safety, with Southampton and Watford also in the bottom three

Atletico Madrid striker Diego Costa has suffered a neck injury that could require surgery and sideline him for around three months.

Watch a selection of Zlatan Ibrahimovic's best goals for LA Galaxy as the 38-year-old announces he will be leaving the club after two seasons.

Derby forward Tom Lawrence has withdrawn from the Wales squad for their European Qualifiers against Azerbaijan and Hungary because of illness.

Premier League clubs have unanimously agreed to support Heads Up, the football-focused mental health campaign launched by Prince William.

The Man City boss enjoyed three trophy-laden years with the Bundesliga giants and rumours have linked him with a return to Bavaria

Follow the LIVE action of the joint qualification match for the 2022 World Cup and 2023 AFC Asian Cup with Goal...

After a difficult spell at Monaco, the Arsenal legend has been given an opportunity to shine in the dugout in MLS

Thierry Henry has been appointed as the new head coach of MLS side Montreal Impact.

The former Reds goalkeeper believes a first top-flight title in 30 years can be taken to Anfield, with a commanding lead held in the Premier League

The Squirrels boss is satisfied with the performance of his side despite losing to the three-time African champions

Oliver Burke hopes "game time" on loan to Alaves will boost his chance of starting for Scotland in Cyprus with his West Bromwich Albion future uncertain.

Gernot Rohr’s men came from behind to clinch an important win against the Squirrels in their opening Afcon qualifying game in Uyo

Bafana Bafana trainer previews Thursday's away encounter with the Black Stars 

All the top stories and transfer rumours from the back pages of Thursday's regional newspapers...

Goal's resident cartoonist Omar Momani gives his eccentric and entertaining view on the wacky world of football

The Spanish schemer was a popular figure at Emirates Stadium before injuries ended a spell in England and he would like to head back to north London

The on-loan teenager is yet to make a first-team appearance for Marcelo Bielsa's side, but he may be thrust into the action in the coming weeks

The experienced Abafana Bes’thende manager has shared a word of advice to his Buccaneers’ counterpart

Newcastle United captain Jamaal Lascelles will be out with a knee injury until the New Year, the club say.

The official believes the club must tap the advantage of their huge following and turn it into a good source of funds

The former Blues captain is a big fan of a Portuguese playmaker who he believes boasts the potential to reach the very top of the world game

Maldon & Tiptree's FA Cup second-round game against Newport County or Grimsby Town will be shown live on BBC Two on Friday, 29 November.

The full-back has had an injury-hit start to life at the Emirates, but he will show his class, a former team-mate has said

Newcastle captain Jamaal Lascelles has been ruled out until the new year after suffering a knee injury during Saturday's victory over Bournemouth.

Gabriel Jesus is determined to get one over on Manchester City team-mates Nicolas Otamendi and Sergio Aguero when Brazil face Argentina in Saudi Arabia.

International football takes centre stage this week but it gives clubs across Europe an opportunity to prepare for the forthcoming January transfer window.

Alexandre Lacazette has called for Arsenal to stop slacking after they fell eight points behind the Premier League top four amid poor form.

Mohamed Salah's return date for Liverpool remains unclear with the forward continuing to have treatment on his ankle injury, following his withdrawal from the Egypt squad on Tuesday.

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All the latest transfer news, with Bayern Munich reportedly ready to reignite their interest in Manchester City winger Leroy Sane.

Sancho wants to leave Dortmund, Rose to run down contract at Spurs, Juventus and Barcelona may move for Willian in January, plus more.

Sheffield United's John Fleck reveals what sits on his bedside table, while Billy Sharp does a good impression of a team-mate.

Sammy Walker is a transgender footballer who, after leaving Watford's academy as a teenage boy, has as an adult found a team where she feels she "belongs".

In an exclusive interview with Sky Sports News, former Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure explains why he is unhappy with the treatment of Raheem Sterling and why footballers should walk off the field if they are racially abused.

Team news and previews ahead of Thursday's European Qualifiers, with Portugal and France live on Sky Sports and England also in action.

All the top stories and transfer rumours from the back pages of Thursday's national newspapers...

Gareth Southgate will recall Raheem Sterling for England's game in Kosovo after dropping him for the European Qualifier against Montenegro.

Callum Hudson-Odoi says he only needed one chat with Frank Lampard to be convinced to stay at Chelsea.