Roma awarded 3-0 walkover against Cagliari
By Andrew Warshaw
September 25 – Roma have been awarded a 3-0 walkover win over Cagliari for the Serie A match postponed at the weekend due to safety issues.
Europe
Denisov slams excessive salaries of Zenit’s new signings
By Andrew Warshaw
September 25 – Russian national team captain Igor Denisov has lashed out at the extravagant salaries paid to new signings Hulk and Axel Witsel at his club Zenit St Petersburg in the latest spat over Russia’s role as the cash-rich new player on the global transfer stage.
Valencia committed to new stadium construction despite latest delay
By David Gold
September 24 – Valencia President Manuel Llorente has reaffirmed the club’s commitment to building a new stadium despite being plagued by a new set of problems in the construction of the ground.
Barcelona members approve referendum on future of Nou Camp
By David Gold
September 24 – Barcelona could leave their famous Nou Camp home after the club’s members approved a referendum on the future of the stadium.
Terry makes “heartbreaking” decision to quit international football
By Andrew Warshaw
September 23 – Former England captain John Terry sensationally announced his retirement from international football tonight at the age of 31 – just as another hearing into allegations of racism against him is about to begin.
Lazio hit with “improper conduct” charge
By Andrew Warshaw
September 22 – UEFA has begun disciplinary proceedings against Italian club Lazio for “improper conduct” by supporters during Thursday’s (September 20) Europa League tie at Tottenham Hotspur.
Mourinho launches lawsuits against Marca journalist and former Barça director
By David Gold
September 21 – José Mourinho and Real Madrid are taking legal action against a journalist for the Madrid sports daily Marca after comments he made about the Portuguese coach this week.
UEFA to investigate Lazio racist chants at Spurs
By Andrew Warshaw
September 21 – UEFA is coming under pressure to investigate the latest claims of racism in European football, this time by visiting Lazio fans at Tottenham Hotspur’s North London White Hart Lane stadium during last night’s Europa League game, which ended goalless.
Barcelona to help European smokers kick the habit
By Emily Goddard
September 20 – Barcelona have put their clout behind a new initiative to encourage 28 million people across Europe to quit smoking.
Tomsk players threaten strike action
By David Gold September
19 – Russian second tier outfit FC Tom Tomsk may be facing a boycott of a cup game with CSKA Moscow due to a dispute over unpaid wages.
Celtic announce £7 million loss
By Andrew Warshaw
September 19 – Although not nearly as serious as the dramatic fall from grace suffered by their arch-rivals Rangers, Glasgow’s other giants Celtic have announced losses of £7 million ($11 million/€9 million) for the year to the end of June.
Racism is a “significant problem” in British football, Government dossier reveals
By Andrew Warshaw
September 19 – Racism remains a “significant problem” in British football and stewards need additional training to help weed out the culprits, according to a Government committee report.
Conte to miss Juventus’ Champions League match as FIFA extends ban
By Andrew Warshaw
September 17 – Juventus coach Antonio Conte will be conspicuous by his absence when the Italians visit defending champions Chelsea for the opening series of Champions league games on Wednesday (September 19).
Sporting Lisbon hits back at UEFA after being named on financial shame list
By Andrew Warshaw
September 17 – Sporting Lisbon has criticised UEFA’s decision to name it among 23 clubs who have not fulfilled their financial obligations.
Exclusive: More than a third of European players not receiving full salaries, reveals FIFPro boss
By Andrew Warshaw
September 17 – More than a third of Europe’s professional footballers are not receiving their salaries in full according to Theo van Seggelen, the head of the game’s international players’ union.