There are two definitions of ‘charisma’ in the dictionary - and while Jose Mourinho may prefer the description as a ‘divinely conferred power or talent’, we're sticking to the more traditional understanding of the word - a ‘compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others’.

Even though he is eligible to play for the Irish U19s, U21s, and seniors, it looks very much like we won’t be seeing Michael Obafemi back in a green shirt until the start of next season.

Romelu Lukaku's brace sealed Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's Manchester United a thrilling comeback win against struggling Southampton on an afternoon of exceptional goals.

Irish striker Michael Obafemi has signed a three-and-a-half year contract with Southampton FC, the club has announced.

Daniel Storey on the weekend's talking points...

How the Irish fared

Chelsea were booed off the pitch at Stamford Bridge after being held to a goalless draw by struggling Southampton, for whom young keeper Angus Gunn was outstanding on his Premier League debut.

He joins on a two-and-a-half-year deal, taking over from Mark Hughes, who was sacked on Monday.

RB Leipzig moved back to the top of the Bundesliga tonight thanks to a 2-1 win over Schalke.

It could only happen in England, they said, and of course it could never happen again.

Bayern Munich opened up a two-point advantage at the top of the Bundesliga today, with RB Leipzig in hot pursuit after a convincing win in Hamburg.