Excerpt: Mikel Merino came off the bench to inspire Spain’s comeback against Croatia, scoring twice after Ivan Perisic’s opener as the world champions maintained their winning momentum and strengthened their position at the top of Nations League Group 3

France’s education protests have grown into a nationwide movement, with students demanding better-funded schools and expanded university access. Thousands have been arrested or stopped since September, while clashes, injuries and accusations of excessive policing have intensified the political dispute nationwide

Nearly 590 French high schools were disrupted on October 5 as students intensified protests, raising concerns over school conditions, academic pressure, policing and their prospects amid wider demonstrations

Harry Kane’s extraordinary England career is approaching another landmark as he closes in on Peter Shilton’s appearance record. Already the nation’s leading scorer, Kane’s goals, longevity and influence have established him among England’s greatest modern footballers despite lacking major international silverware