Argentina appoint under17 coach Lionel Scaloni as caretaker boss

Argentina have named current under-17 coach Lionel Scaloni as interim boss for upcoming friendlies against Guatemala and Colombia.

Scaloni, a former right back who also helped as assistant coach with the national side, replaces Jorge Sampaoli, who stood down last month after a disappointing World Cup in which Argentina were eliminated by France 4-3 in the round of 16.

The two-time World Champions meet Guatemala in Los Angeles on September 7 and then face Colombia in New Jersey four days later.

BUENOS AIRES:

JESUS SIGNS NEW DEAL

Brazil forward Gabriel Jesus has signed a new deal with Manchester City that ties him to the Premier League champions until 2023.

The 21-year-old joined City in January 2017 and has scored 24 goals in 53 matches.

Jesus, who represented Brazil at this year’s World Cup, returned to training with City earlier this week ahead of their Community Shield clash against FA Cup winners Chelsea on Sunday.

LONDON:

WILLIAN GOES TO COURT

Chelsea midfielder Willian has initiated legal proceedings following the appearance of a “forged” letter which appears to state a change of agents for the Brazil international. The 29-year-old posted the letter, which states that Denirobson Dias had given permission to Renee Pinheiro Anunciacao to represent Willian to clubs in the United Kingdom and France, on his social media.

LONDON:

WILLIAMS JOINS STOKE

Everton defender Ashley Williams has joined secondtier Championship side Stoke City on a season-long loan. Williams, who has made 60 league appearances for Everton, has not played for the Merseyside outfit since March.

LONDON: