Salihamidzic promoted to Bayern Munich board

It looks like Ubisoft’s pre-launch preparations for Assassin’s Creed Shadows have hit a snag. As per a report published by Insider Gaming’s Tom Henderson, Ubisoft has cancelled hands-on press previews it had planned for the upcoming open world action RPG. The report claims press outlets and media were scheduled to go hands-on with the game next week, but that’s no longer planned. Why that is the case hasn’t been confirmed.

Earlier today, Ubisoft announced a last-minute cancellation of its live plans for Tokyo Game Show, which is scheduled for later in the week. The company cited “various circumstances” for the cancellation of its stream, which presumably would have showcased new gameplay footage for Assassin’…

As France prepare to take on Brazil in a friendly, Nabil Fekir is not fazed by the possibility of making his debut for Didier Deschamps side.

The Lyon attacker opted for France over Algeria earlier this month and was given his first senior call-up by head coach Deschamps.

As hosts of Euro 2016, France s build-up over the next 15 months will consist solely of friendlies, with a clash against Denmark in Saint-Etienne to come three days after Thursday s meeting with Brazil at the Stade de France.

Fekir is enjoying a fine season with Ligue 1 title contenders Lyon, having netted 11 goals in 26 appearances for Hubert Fournier s men and he is thrilled to be part of the international set-up.

I m proud to be here, he told the French Football Federation s of…

Rocksteady’s Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League has been one of the biggest flops of the year, contributing to a $200 million impact and a 41 percent decline in revenue for Warner Bros. Discovery. The player base has cratered since Season 1, and layoffsports bettings have reportedly occurred at the studio. Nevertheless, Deathstroke is finally joining the roster in Season 4, which starts December 10th.

Though Rocksteady has yet to reveal details, leaks indicate that Batman will seemingly rejoin the roster. It wouldn’t be too surprising – past seasons have seen the Squad rescuing The Flash and Green Lantern. However, the fifth season is allegedly the final one for the looter shooter …

Ivory Coast were stunned 4-3 by Democratic Republic of Congo in Africa Cup of Nations qualifying, as Cape Verde and Algeria progressed.

The Ivorians have reached the quarter-finals at each of the past five AFCON tournaments, including two runner-up appearances but a thrilling loss to DR Congo in Abidjan put their progression from Group D in jeopardy.

Both sides have six points through four matches, and trail leaders Cameroon (10 points) with only two sides guaranteed a place in the continental finals with third spot heading into the play-offs.

Neeskens Keban put the Congolese visitors in front in the 21st minute, only for Manchester City star Yaya Toure to provide an equaliser four minutes later.

However, a two-minute blitz had Congo well on top Junior Ka…

Liverpool against Manchester United is no different to any other match between big rivals in Europe, according to Jose Mourinho.

Mourinho takes his side to Anfield on Monday for his first encounter with the Merseysiders since he took charge at Old Trafford in July.

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp said on Friday that the magnitude of the clash should not be overlooked, but Mourinho feels the rivalry is no greater than others he has experienced during his career.

He said: I always like to play at Anfield. I won big matches and lost big matches. It s not true that I m always successful but I like to go there, I like the atmosphere and normally the characteristics of the matches. 

Being Man United manager obviously means something more, but for me it s just a b…

Mats Hummels is targeting Champions League glory in 2016-17 following his transfer from Borussia Dortmund to Bayern Munich.

The Germany international was part of the Dortmund team that lost the final against Bayern in 2012-13, with Arjen Robben netting a late winner for the Bavarians.

Bayern have since come close to winning the Champions League again on a number of occasions, making it to the semi-finals three times in a row under Pep Guardiola, and Hummels is determined to go all the way in the next few years.

I want to win titles, Hummels told Sport Bild.

After the European Championship, which we unfortunately did not win, the Champions League is now one of my main goals.

If I win the Champions League, I will have exceeded all my expectation…

With an action-packed midweek schedule on the cards, we have a stacked night of fixtures from across Europe and England s lower leagues. On that note, for those of you looking to chuck on a Wednesday acca, we have searched far and wide to find you a couple of helpful tips that are worth keeping an eye out for.

Wednesday 2nd December

BST 19:00 Shrewsbury Town vs Accrington Stanley

Starting with Wednesday s guests, while Accrington Stanley might have seen Tranmere end their FA Cup adventure before it could really get started last month, the Reds have shocked many across League One so far this season. Stepping up from England s fourth-tier earlier in the year, John Coleman s men were last seen eight days ago picking up an eye-catching 1-0 victory at home against …

Mauricio Pochettino wants to emulate special Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger by spending 20 years at Tottenham.

Bragging rights will be up for grabs when Tottenham visit north London rivals Arsenal in the Premier League on Saturday, but Spurs boss Pochettino preferred to heap praise on counterpart Wenger.

Wenger – the longest-serving manager in England s top flight – has spent 21 years in charge of Arsenal, winning three Premier League titles and seven FA Cup trophies.

Pochettino, 45, is keen to follow in the footsteps of 68-year-old Wenger, albeit at Spurs, where he has occupied the dugout since 2014.

In football history he s one of the great managers, the same level as [Sir Alex] Ferguson, Pochettino said. He will always be a special manager.