Football Brief: Hacker Rui Pinto accuses FIFA President of Man City FFP cover-up

Rui Pinto accuses FIFA President of Man City and PSG cover-up

Football Leaks hacker Rui Pinto has accused Gianni Infantino of abusing his power in 2014 to help Manchester City and PSG escape Champions League bans, with City only receiving a €60m fine. These allegations surface after Man City were found guilty of 114 out of 115 Premier League financial charges, leading Pinto to demand Infantino's resignation before March 2027.

Women's Champions League routs and latest injury updates

Elsewhere in the UWCL, Barcelona thrashed Roma 6-0, while Arsenal salvaged a 2-2 draw against Paris FC in the 86th minute. Meanwhile, defender William Saliba is expected to return in November 2026, but Bologna's Emil Holm faces four to six months out with a thigh injury.

Porto secure signing of veteran defender Chris Smalling

Porto have signed 36-year-old centre-back Chris Smalling on a free transfer until the end of the 2026/27 season. The deal, completed under manager Francesco Farioli, includes an option for a further year.