Portuguese full-back Nuno Tavares has been named Marseille’s Player of the Month for August, after a goal-laden start to life in Ligue 1 this season.

Tavares, who arrived on a season-long loan deal from English side Arsenal, scored three goals in his first four matches at the Stade Veledrome as Marseille have enjoyed their best-ever start in the French top flight.

Palmeiras’ Portuguese manager Abel Ferreira is reportedly filing a lawsuit against one of Brazil’s most famous journalists, after he was accused of having a “coloniser’s viewpoint” when discussing the discipline of his players.

Reporter Mauro Cezar Pereira is being sued by the former Braga boss for comments made surrounding a disciplinary issue regarding Gabriel Veron in July. Now at FC Porto, Veron was fined for some after-hours drinking and Abel’s assessment of the situation led to some strong comments by Pereira in the Brazilian media.

Cristiano Ronaldo scored his first goal of the season from the penalty spot as Manchester United cruised to a comfortable 2-0 victory over Sheriff in the Europa League last night.

Ronaldo’s first-half spot kick added to an opener by Jadon Sancho, giving United a much-needed three points in Group E. Ronaldo has been slowly building his fitness and after the match United manager Erik ten Hag was positive about the Portugal captain’s progress under his new regime.

Portuguese boss Abel Ferreira has reportedly turned down the opportunity to negotiate with Brighton & Hove Albion, as he targets building on his Palmeiras legacy by winning the Campeonato Brasileiro.

Brighton are searching for a new manager after losing high-rated coach Graham Potter last week to Chelsea, where he replaced the sacked Thomas Tuchel. According to reports in Brazil, Abel was contacted about the position but has decided to stay in South America for at least the remainder of the calendar year.