Wednesday cannon fodder: young, expensive records

Russia’s World Cup was great – now get behind the women at France 2019 | Marta | Football | The Guardian
Hot on the heels of the successful men’s tournament comes a great opportunity to demonstrate how much the women’s game has grown.

Wales misses golden opportunity in game against England Women | Suzanne Wrack | Football | The Guardian
A larger venue would have boosted the game’s profile.

Man United boosted as boss says top target wants to leave - Football365
Man United might actually have a chance of landing Leonardo Bonucci.

Alphonso Davies: Bayern Munich signs Vancouver Whitecaps star | SI.com
Alphonso Davies's ascent has not gone unnoticed by one of the world's top clubs.

Richarlison: Everton sign Brazilian from Watford for £50m - BBC Sport
Everton sign Brazilian winger Richarlison from fellow Premier League side Watford in a potential £50m deal.

Manchester City will not break any more records, says Pep Guardiola | Football | The Guardian
Pep Guardiola reflected on last season’s title success for Manchester City and said: ‘It is impossible to break more records in the league'.

Steve Bruce to meet Aston Villa owners as Thierry Henry speculation grows | Football | The Guardian
Steve Bruce is scheduled to meet Aston Villa’s new owners on Wednesday, with rumours circulating that Thierry Henry could be poised to replace him as manager.