Barcelona president Joan Laporta says his club must work to "improve" its relationship with former captain and potential target Lionel Messi.Messi, 35, spent 20 years at Barca and helped the club win 35 trophies but left for Paris Saint-Germain in August 2021 because of a financial crisis at Spotify Camp Nou.- Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more (U.S.)There has been…

The Premier League has referred Everton to an independent commission for an alleged breach of Financial Fair Play rules last season, it said on Friday without giving further details.Everton said in a statement the club was disappointed by the decision.- Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more (U.S.)"The club strongly contests the allegation of non-compliance and together with its independent team…

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford on Friday joined the ever-expanding group of Angel City FC's star-studded investment team as the NWSL club gets ready to kick off its second season Sunday against Gotham FC.Stafford, his wife, Kelly and their daughters join a large group of Angel City investors from the sports and entertainment worlds, including former NFL center Ryan…

Bayern Munich have announced the sacking of manager Julian Nagelsmann and the arrival of his successor, Thomas Tuchel.Nagelsmann has been relieved of his duties, with the club just one point off top spot in the Bundesliga and days ahead of a Champions League quarterfinal showdown with Manchester City.- Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more (U.S.)The move also comes ahead of…