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Premier League: 10 talking points from the weekend’s action
Published: September 21, 2026 07:00
Liverpool look stronger at the back, youngsters shine for Brighton and Brentford, and James Trafford makes his England case with LeedsPremier League table | Top scorersIn the week that 16-year-old Max Dowman has been thrust into the spotlight, it was…
Carrick disputes Cunha’s claim that Manchester United lacked energy in Fulham draw
Published: September 20, 2026 19:49
Michael Carrick insists team ‘kept pushing’ for levellerMatheus Cunha: ‘Fulham put in more energy than us’Michael Carrick rejected the suggestion that his Manchester United players lacked physical fitness after they snatched a last-gasp 1-1 draw at Fulham…
Manchester United’s engine room runs out of steam as fans voice frustration | Jacob Steinberg
Published: September 20, 2026 19:14
Carrick’s side were short on inspiration, despite the summer spend in midfield, and the lack of quality in the final third was starkOne of the more damning aspects of Manchester United’s tortured rebuild is their inability to multitask. So much money has…
Jonathan David earns Atlético precious win over 10-man Real Madrid in fractious derby
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/20/atletico-madrid-real-madrid-la-liga-match-report
Published: September 20, 2026 18:10
Diego Simeone said it had been a special week in Madrid, a “tremendous energy about the city”, and it closed the way he wanted. He had enjoyed the Formula One, he said, and he had enjoyed going to see Shakira. He enjoyed this even more, at least he did by…
Cunha strikes late to deny Fulham and salvage point for Manchester United
Published: September 20, 2026 17:46
To paraphrase a former Manchester United manager, Michael Carrick knew that the storm would come. Everything went a little too perfectly for him in the second half of last season. There would be ill winds at some point. Which was what Carrick could feel…
Leeds extend unbeaten start to season after stalemate with Crystal Palace
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/20/leeds-crystal-palace-premier-league-match-report
Published: September 20, 2026 15:08
Perhaps it is testament to the progress Leeds have made since returning to the Premier League just over a year ago that there was discontent at failing to move up to third after drawing with Crystal Palace. Instead, Daniel Farke’s side enter the prolonged…
Isak pounces to give Liverpool victory on Iraola’s return to Bournemouth
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/20/bournemouth-liverpool-premier-league-match-report
Published: September 20, 2026 15:06
At the final whistle, victory secured, Andoni Iraola embraced both his current players and those he guided to new heights at Bournemouth last season. Liverpool are not yet the overwhelming, suffocating force Iraola hopes they become but they did enough to…
Semenyo helps chaotic Manchester City beat Sunderland 5-3 after Brobbey hat-trick
Published: September 20, 2026 14:59
Manchester City sent a message to Arsenal with this chaotic victory that takes Enzo Maresca’s team three points clear as leaders for the three-week international break.Until the Premier League resumes on 10 October City can enjoy their view from the top…
Fulham v Manchester United: Premier League – live
https://www.theguardian.com/football/live/2026/sep/20/fulham-v-manchester-united-premier-league-live
Published: September 20, 2026 14:38
Updates from 4.30pm (BST) kickoff at Craven CottageGet in touch: email Taha about the gameJoshua Keeling writes in:Please please please let it be Mbeumo up front, not Cunha. Playing Cunha up front just hasn’t worked so far this season. Continue reading...
Rangers and Ryan Naderi finish off Celtic’s horror week with Old Firm victory
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/20/celtic-rangers-scottish-premiership-match-report
Published: September 20, 2026 14:11
If ever a stadium can be rocked by silence, this was the moment. With no visiting fans allowed at any of this season’s Glasgow derbies, Ryan Naderi’s winning goal was met with nothing but the banging of fists of the clear plastic of the Rangers bench and…
Bournemouth v Liverpool: Premier League – live
https://www.theguardian.com/football/live/2026/sep/20/bournemouth-v-liverpool-premier-league-live
Published: September 20, 2026 12:14
Updates from 2pm (BST) kickoff at the Vitality StadiumGet in touch: contact Daniel via emailIt’s interesting that, for all the money in the Premier League, many of the best players, especially attackers, are in Spain, Munich and Paris. If you consider…
Andros Townsend avoids injury after bizarre pitch roller incident in Thailand
Published: September 20, 2026 10:47
Former England player run over while warming up‘It turns out Stoke away wasn’t so bad,’ says wingerThe former England winger Andros Townsend has joked Stoke away “wasn’t so bad after all” following a bizarre incident in Thailand where he was run over by a…
Celtic v Rangers: Scottish Premiership – live
https://www.theguardian.com/football/live/2026/sep/20/celtic-v-rangers-scottish-premiership-live
Published: September 20, 2026 10:01
Updates from Old Firm derby, midday kickoff (BST)Get in touch: email John about the gameCeltic: Sinisalo, Trusty, Carter-Vickers, Scales, Donovan, Baur, McGregor, Tierney, McCowan, Duran, Nygren. Subs: Johnstone, Oxlade-Chamberlain, Hogh, Tounekti, Hassan,…
Iraola returns to Bournemouth, Premier League buildup and Townsend’s bizarre accident – matchday live
Published: September 20, 2026 08:12
News, discussion and updates before Sunday’s gamesThis weekend’s fixtures | Mail us your thoughtsHow things stand in the Premier League…At Hill Dickinson Stadium, Thierno Barry fired Everton to a 1-0 win against 10-man Ipswich Town. Continue reading...
‘We miss her the same every day’: Olivia Cusack on her late footballer sister Maddy
Published: September 20, 2026 07:00
Family is determined to ensure her ‘legacy lives on’ three years after the Sheffield United player’s deathOlivia Cusack says her sister, the late Maddy Cusack, is on her mind every single day and she is determined to ensure her “legacy lives on” three…
Hayen must worry about his Burnley future but fans’ fears are existential
Published: September 20, 2026 07:00
Derby’s stoppage-time equaliser leaves Burnley winless at home since last October and financial problems are mountingThe greatest moments of Burnley’s history were beamed on to a big screen before kick-off at Turf Moor, accompanied by famous lines of…
Zidane’s next move as France coach may reveal the wizard behind the curtain | Jonathan Wilson
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/19/zinedine-zidane-france-coach-wizard-behind-curtain
Published: September 19, 2026 19:00
It is apt that the most perplexing football country will now be guided by the most enigmatic of leadersEven in his playing days, Zinedine Zidane seemed unknowable. As a manager, the sense of distance has only grown. He won three Champions Leagues with Real…
Holmberg rescues point for Arsenal but Manchester United off the mark in WSL
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/19/arsenal-manchester-united-wsl-match-report
Published: September 19, 2026 18:42
Arsenal were mightily relieved as a 95th-minute equaliser from Smilla Holmberg rescued them a point at home to a much-improved Manchester United side, but the draw will not be enough to eradicate concerns about how far behind the leaders Manchester City…
Coventry delight in Jay Dasilva winner but ruled-out goal riles Nottingham Forest
Published: September 19, 2026 18:40
No, but seriously. Maybe Frank Lampard and Coventry do have a chance of Premier League survival. A first top-division win since April 2001 was celebrated rapturously, victory an object lesson in staying in a game long enough to trouble opponents for whom…
Manchester United Muslim fans group calls on co-owner Jim Ratcliffe to quit
Published: September 19, 2026 17:44
Supporters’ club says billionaire should stand down after ‘completely unacceptable’ comments on the UK and empireManchester United’s Muslim supporters’ Club (MUMSC) has called for the Premier League side’s co-owner to step down after he made “completely…
De Zerbi rips into Spurs players after Villa defeat: ‘Disappointed, sad and frustrated’
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/19/roberto-de-zerbi-spurs-disappointed-sad-frustrated
Published: September 19, 2026 17:01
Tottenham lose 3-2 at home with two late consolations‘We can’t lose the game in this way,’ says furious managerRoberto De Zerbi tore into his failing Tottenham team after their 3-2 defeat by Aston Villa, saying “we can’t lose the game in this way”. The…
European football: Frankfurt clip high-flying Freiburg’s wings
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/19/roma-inter-lazio-dortmund-sevilla-barcelona
Published: September 19, 2026 16:35
Bundesliga pacesetters miss chance to go topWest Ham loanee Füllkrug continues to shineFreiburg missed a chance to return to the top of the Bundesliga after being held to a 2-2 draw at Eintracht Frankfurt. Bayern Munich’s ruthless 7-0 win over Union Berlin…
Everton hold off Ipswich thanks to Thierno Barry goal despite VAR controversy
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/19/everton-ipswich-premier-league-match-report
Published: September 19, 2026 16:26
After the trials and tribulations of the transfer window Everton can be content to reach the international break unbeaten and up to fifth courtesy of victory over Ipswich. David Moyes, and Pro Ref, will also be relieved that another controversial call from…
Newcastle bounce back from Leeds rout as Willock and Hall see off Hull
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/19/newcastle-hull-premier-league-match-report
Published: September 19, 2026 16:14
Hull always knew that, sooner or later, they would lose a Premier League game but no one can say that Sergej Jakirovic’s team did not do everything in their power to try and delay that inaugural top tier defeat.After conceding two goals in the opening…
Brighton demolish champions Arsenal 3-0 to mark anniversary in style
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/19/brighton-arsenal-premier-league-match-report
Published: September 19, 2026 16:06
So much for the new Invincibles. Arsenal were brought back down to earth with a shuddering bump by a scintillating display from Brighton as Fabian Hürzeler’s vibrant side celebrated the club’s 125th anniversary in style.The special edition shirts they wore…
Arsenal v Manchester United: Women’s Super League – live
Published: September 19, 2026 15:53
⚽️ WSL updates from the 5.30pm (BST) kick-off⚽️ Man City scramble to WSL win over Liverpool | Mail WillElsewhere, the revamped London City Lionesses made it two wins from three with a 4-1 victory at Charlton while Chelsea, who are hoping to regain their…
Was Wrexham’s trailblazing black footballer also the first Indigenous Australian to play overseas?
Published: September 19, 2026 15:00
Mystery surrounds the origin of Peter Baines, the trailblazing black footballer who played for the Welsh club, among others, during the 1940sWarning: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised that this article may contain the image and name…
Kanté and Mavropanos rescue late point for West Ham in derby thriller at Millwall
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/19/millwall-west-ham-championship-match-report
Published: September 19, 2026 14:06
West Ham came from two goals down to snatch a draw from a heated London derby at Millwall. The Lions were leading at half-time through goals from Caleb Taylor and Camiel Neghli, but the visitors hit back through Mohamadou Kanté and Konstantinos…
Aston Villa grab victory despite late Spurs goals as De Zerbi’s side are booed off
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/19/tottenham-aston-villa-premier-league-match-report
Published: September 19, 2026 13:57
Spurs have a remarkable ability to find new ways of inflicting pain on their fanbase and they did it again on Saturday, petering out from a strong start into humiliating defeat. On the upside, they did get two goals. They were both late consolations, but…
Brighton v Arsenal, Newcastle v Hull as Hammers hit back at Millwall: clockwatch – live
Published: September 19, 2026 13:13
⚽️ Updates from across the grounds for Saturday’s games⚽️ Live scoreboard | Spurs v Aston Villa – updates | Mail ScottGOAL! Stoke City 1-1 Sheffield United (McGlynn 78). Another leveller in the Championship, thanks to Jack McGlynn at the bet365.GOAL!…
Tottenham v Aston Villa: Premier League – live
https://www.theguardian.com/football/live/2026/sep/19/tottenham-v-aston-villa-premier-league-live
Published: September 19, 2026 10:42
⚽️ Premier League updates from 12.30pm (BST)⚽️ Today’s fixtures | Send Daniel your thoughts via emailCatch up on this weekend’s talking points:So, what’s going wrong with Tottenham? Continue reading...
Police on high alert before Millwall v West Ham, Spurs and Villa face crunch clash – matchday live
Published: September 19, 2026 08:01
News, discussion and updates before Saturday’s gamesThis weekend’s fixtures | Tables | Mail us your thoughtsElsewhere in the Championship, Wrexham host Southampton with the Welsh side looking to bounce back from that harrowing 6-0 shellacking at West Ham…
Heat is on Carrick but Wilcox must share blame for Manchester United’s woes
Published: September 19, 2026 07:00
Recruitment is under scrutiny after £155m was spent on three midfielders while other positions were neglectedThere was a mix of boos and apathy as Manchester United slumped out of the Carabao Cup on Wednesday in their latest depressing act in domestic cup…
Andoni Iraola makes Bournemouth return still learning on the job at Liverpool
Published: September 19, 2026 07:00
Making big decisions and turning draws into wins is vital as head coach looks to improve on a mixed start with RedsAlisson made little attempt to sugarcoat Liverpool’s unbeaten start to the season under Andoni Iraola when analysing the draw against Fulham…
Harry Kane smashes record for fastest to 100 Bundesliga goals in 98th game
Published: September 18, 2026 22:04
Kane double helps Bayern Munich beat Union Berlin 7-0Dieter Müller’s record of 129 games had stood since 1977Harry Kane smashed the 49-year-old record for the fastest player to score 100 Bundesliga goals in Bayern Munich’s 7-0 victory over Union Berlin,…
Premier League news: Carrick brushes aside questions over future, Arteta salutes ‘extraordinary’ Dowman
Published: September 18, 2026 21:30
United head coach believes it will take ‘a lot longer than one or two’ setbacks before he is concerned about his job Continue reading...
Brentford blitz Chelsea as Fábio Carvalho caps stunning second-half display
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/18/brentford-chelsea-premier-league-match-report
Published: September 18, 2026 21:12
Those early-season thoughts that Chelsea might be the team best-placed to challenge Arsenal are beginning to look extremely over-optimistic. The two chaotic wins with which they began were always difficult to read: they might have been useful points picked…
Women’s Super League: Lauren Hemp hits double as Manchester City see off lively Liverpool
Published: September 18, 2026 20:10
Manchester City continued their winning start to the new Women’s Super League season but the defending champions needed a 90th-minute own goal from Grace Fisk to help them edge past an ever-improving Liverpool side after an entertaining game in which…
Trent Alexander-Arnold recalled by England but with a warning from Thomas Tuchel
Published: September 18, 2026 18:08
Real Madrid player must help improve defensive solidityScott, Hall, Lewis-Skelly and Calvert-Lewin selectedThomas Tuchel has told Trent Alexander-Arnold he must bring defensive solidity to the England squad after giving him a surprise recall for the…
Uefa and Concacaf ask Gianni Infantino to give Fifa’s billions to its member associations
Published: September 18, 2026 17:33
Payout of at least $10m to each association proposed Leaders want plan to be considered by Fifa CouncilThe presidents of Uefa and Concacaf have written to Gianni Infantino requesting that Fifa release money from its $6bn (£4.5bn) reserves to its member…
Brentford v Chelsea: Premier League – live
Published: September 18, 2026 17:30
⚽ Premier League updates from the 8pm BST kick-off⚽ Live match centre | Read Football Daily | And mail ScottBrentford drew their last Premier League game 2-2; Chelsea’s last match ended 2-2; the last staging of this particular fixture finished 2-2. So ……
We wanted to let Max Dowman bloom in the shadows but he has become hard to ignore | Barney Ronay
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/18/max-dowman-arsenal-young-players
Published: September 18, 2026 16:59
This most modern and well-honed of footballers will not be able to escape the spotlight in an age of constant scrutiny but looks equipped to handle itThe poet Jorge Luis Borges wrote a famous short story about a society that had become so good at making…
Case not proven: Trent Alexander-Arnold’s England recall is based on patchy evidence
Published: September 18, 2026 16:49
Thomas Tuchel promises to play the full-back in his natural right-sided position but we have not seen enough of him this term to gauge his formThomas Tuchel said Trent Alexander Arnold had enjoyed a good start to the season, which came as news to those in…
Premier League action, Celtic v Rangers, T20 cricket and NFL – follow with us
Published: September 18, 2026 16:05
Here’s how to follow along with our coverage – the finest writing and up-to-the-minute reports Continue reading...
Kylian Mbappé leaves Nike after 20 years to sign boot deal with Swiss brand On
Published: September 18, 2026 15:48
France captain also becomes a shareholder in company‘We have a shared dream, and this is only the beginning’Kylian Mbappé has ended a 20-year association with Nike to sign a boot deal with the Swiss challenger company On.The sports and leisure brand, which…
Tuchel should listen to ‘the 0.1%’ and learn from England’s World Cup mistakes | Jacob Steinberg
Published: September 18, 2026 15:43
Head coach is keen to focus on positives but Nations League squad hints at desire for greater tactical optionsThomas Tuchel should be listening to the 0.1%. As Tuchel unveiled his first England squad since the World Cup, he said 99.9% of supporters he…
Premier League team news: predicted lineups for the weekend action
Published: September 18, 2026 14:33
Tottenham begin Saturday’s action against Aston Villa while Arsenal are aiming to keep their 100% winning record at BrightonSaturday 12.30pm TNT Sports 1 Venue Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Continue reading...
Oxford United apologise for launching ‘United 93’ clothing range around 9/11 anniversary
Published: September 18, 2026 14:18
‘Campus Collection’ aimed to mark 1893 club foundingRange pulled from website two hours after launchOxford United have abandoned a new range of American style-sportswear after it inadvertently referenced the tragedy of September 11.The League One club…
Noahkai Banks, top dual-national prospect, chooses Germany in blow to USMNT
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/18/noahkai-banks-germany-usmnt
Published: September 18, 2026 13:10
Germany U-21 manager announces the decision19-year-old had represented only US at youth levelThe United States’ pursuit of dual-national defender Noahkai Banks appears to be over.The 19-year-old was named in Germany’s U-21 squad for their upcoming U-21…
Fear and loathing linger as Millwall and West Ham resume ferocious rivalry
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/18/millwall-west-ham-rivalry-championship-game
Published: September 18, 2026 11:00
The Metropolitan police have been granted special powers to tackle violence as the south and east London teams meet again on Saturday after 14 yearsAbsence has not made the heart grow fonder. Millwall and West Ham meet for the first time in 14 years on…
England squad announcement; Premier League latest; European reaction: football news – live
Published: September 18, 2026 08:16
⚽ Friday’s team news, press conferences and analysis⚽ The Knowledge: when were the first replica kits?⚽ Get in touch! Email Dominic with any thoughtsManchester United women’s head coach, Eva Olid, says her side’s difficult start will help them become…
Todd Boehly exits Chelsea diminished after having his fingers burned
Published: September 18, 2026 07:00
The billionaire’s departure will change little day-to-day but could be significant for club’s stadium plansNot since a doomed foray into the thorny world of the transfer market has Todd Boehly had any real influence over the day-to-day at Chelsea. The…
Socceroos captain Maty Ryan axed for Brazil friendlies
Published: September 18, 2026 01:19
Goalkeeper dropped despite strong start to La Liga seasonSeven uncapped players called into 26-man Australia squadCaptain Maty Ryan has been left out of the Socceroos squad altogether for upcoming games against Brazil, while coach Tony Popovic has called…
Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekend
Published: September 17, 2026 23:01
Spurs and Villa meet in desperation derby and Andoni Iraola faces test on south-coast returnPremier League top scorers: check the latest standingsChelsea have not won this west London derby since Brentford’s first Premier League season. Each visit since…
Europa League roundup: Ferencvaros pile more misery on troubled Celtic
Published: September 17, 2026 22:36
Hoops beaten again after chastening loss to RangersJuventus hammer NEC, Besiktas pile woe on MarseilleCeltic suffered another European embarrassment as the Scottish champions were beaten 3-1 at home by Ferencvaros in the Europa League. Just weeks on from…
Kluivert and Rayan rock Real Sociedad as Bournemouth win on European bow
Published: September 17, 2026 21:14
The first goal that AFC Bournemouth ever scored in Europe could be heard out on the Bay of Biscay. A tradition from Real Sociedad’s old Atotxa ground, once lost but now recovered at Anoeta, dictates that a single flare is set off every time the visitors…
Pino kickstarts Crystal Palace’s Europa League rout of Lech Poznan to ease Sage’s worries
Published: September 17, 2026 21:03
It was worth the wait for Crystal Palace. After being denied their rightful place in the Europa League last season, Pierre Sage’s side made the perfect debut by brushing aside Lech Poznan with a victory that will take some of the heat off their new…
Floyd Samba’s debut double lifts Manchester City to Carabao Cup win over Norwich
Published: September 17, 2026 20:33
Floyd Samba lit up this tie up with a debut that will have the 17-year-old grinning for a while as it featured a superb goal in each half that ensured Manchester City advanced to face Brighton in the last 16 of the Carabao Cup.Samba has an older brother by…
Chicago Stars make a splash as Vlatko Andonovski joins as chief soccer officer
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/17/vlatko-andonovski-chicago-stars-kc-current-hire
Published: September 17, 2026 20:29
Former USWNT head coach will start role immediatelyAndonovski has won two NWSL championshipsFormer Kansas City Current sporting director Vlatko Andonovski is already back in the NWSL, with the Chicago Stars announcing Thursday that he has been hired as the…
Tuchel considers England recall for Cole Palmer in Nations League squad
Published: September 17, 2026 18:05
Chelsea forward back in form after World Cup snubAlex Scott and Morgan Gibbs-White also in contentionThomas Tuchel is considering an England recall for Cole Palmer and could include Alex Scott in his squad for the Nations League.Tuchel’s first selection…
FA chair Hewitt demands Infantino release records of failed World Cup plan
Published: September 17, 2026 18:00
Letter sent before Fifa council meeting on 15 OctoberInfantino under pressure before presidential electionThe Football Association’s chair, Debbie Hewitt, has written to Gianni Infantino demanding that Fifa releases all documents relating to his abandoned…
Real Sociedad v Bournemouth, Crystal Palace v Lech Poznan, and more: Europa League – live
Published: September 17, 2026 17:47
All the goals and latest news in the 8pm BST kick-offsLive scores | Bournemouth’s big night | Email ScottMatchday 1 started yesterday. Of course it did. It was a great night for Sunderland, who enjoyed a successful return to the European stage after a…
Manchester City v Norwich City: Carabao Cup third round – live
Published: September 17, 2026 17:31
Carabao Cup match news from the 7.30pm BST kick-offLive scores | Maresca waits on 2023 apology | Mail MichaelManchester City: Rulli, Lewis, Khusanov, Vitor Reis, O’Reilly, Bouaddi, Kovacic, Allan, Cherki, Ait Nouri, Floyd Samba. Subs: Donnarumma, Anderson,…
Two years and one World Cup down, Mauricio Pochettino is still assessing
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/17/mauricio-pochettino-calls-the-kids
Published: September 17, 2026 17:15
The US manager’s first squad of the 2030 World Cup cycle leans heavily on youth, injecting intrigue into the four-game window. Sign up for our free newsletter hereIn the moments after the USMNT’s 4-1 crash-out in the last-16 at this summer’s World Cup,…
Hull City’s rise from Championship strugglers to Premier League fliers
Published: September 17, 2026 16:06
Hull were nearly relegated to League One last year. Now they are fourth in the Premier LeagueBy WhoScoredSixteen months ago Hull City avoided relegation to League One on goal difference. Four months ago, they needed a last-minute goal from Oli McBurnie at…
Cavan Sullivan in, Christian Pulisic out: takeaways from the latest USMNT roster
Published: September 17, 2026 15:03
Mauricio Pochettino has called in a youthful group for the upcoming friendlies. Here are the big takeawaysIt was reasonable to expect that Mauricio Pochettino’s first United States squad after this summer’s World Cup would turn the page for a new cycle.…
Football Daily | Michael Carrick risks untimely spell in the ‘crisis’ box seat with Manchester United
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/17/football-daily-email-manchester-united
Published: September 17, 2026 14:21
Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now!Following the conclusion of this weekend’s round of Premier League fixtures, football fans have what promises to be an exceptionally long, uninspiring and largely inconsequential international break to…
Thomas Tuchel’s shot at redemption begins with England’s tricky Nations League tests
Published: September 17, 2026 14:15
It is hard to know whether haters will ever accept manager’s failed tactical shift against Argentina but positive start to preparation for Euros might helpThomas Tuchel has been back around the Premier League grounds this season and it is worth dwelling on…
Alessandro Costacurta: ‘San Siro is an icon – it’s incredibly beautiful but it’s not functional’
Published: September 17, 2026 14:12
Milan’s grand old home turns 100 this weekend, and while it will soon be torn down one of the greatest players to grace it reflects on the noise and power of a unique stadiumAlessandro Costacurta lasted 15 minutes of his first game at San Siro. He was,…
Carlos Espí gives Real Madrid hope in the face of Barcelona’s La Liga storm | Sid Lowe
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/17/carlos-espi-real-madrid-barcelona-mourinho-la-liga
Published: September 17, 2026 13:27
With Barcelona racking up seven-goal thrillers, Real Madrid could not afford a collapse. Enter the forward quietly turning into José Mourinho’s ultimate secret weaponJosé Mourinho called and Carlos Espí came to his side. It was late, it was noisy and it…
Manchester United crisis klaxon alert and Sunderland soar | Football Weekly Extra – video
Published: September 17, 2026 13:18
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Dan Bardell and Sam Dalling to discuss the Carabao Cup, Sunderland’s triumphant return to Europe and look ahead to the weekend’s major action Continue reading...
Real Madrid leading race to sign JJ Gabriel from Manchester United
Published: September 17, 2026 11:02
Barcelona and Bayern among other admirersUnited hope they convince 15-year-old to stayReal Madrid are leading the race to sign the Manchester United teenager JJ Gabriel after he told the Premier League club he wants to cancel his registration.The…
Laura Kaminski relishing trophy hunt at Brann after Crystal Palace ‘crash course’ | Moving the Goalposts
Published: September 17, 2026 10:49
Former Palace head coach has won a cup final in Norway and says chance to challenge for league title was a pull“When it’s a good day, it’s absolutely stunning, so we’ll take that,” Laura Kaminski says with a laugh about the rainy west coast of Norway. The…
Jürgen Klopp wants his Germany team to reclaim national pride from ‘the wrong people’
Published: September 17, 2026 10:42
Comments follow far-right election win in Saxony-Anhalt‘I’d like to reclaim the flag for myself and for us,’ he saysJürgen Klopp has said Germany’s football team can help ensure “national pride is not entrusted to the wrong people” after a recent far-right…
‘It is for every fan who has ever followed us’: Bournemouth’s European debut caps journey from the brink
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/17/bournemouth-europa-league-real-sociedad-journey
Published: September 17, 2026 07:00
Club legend Steve Fletcher reflects on the wild rise over two decades to playing Real Sociedad in the Europa LeagueIt is 13 years since Bournemouth, a couple of months after finishing runners-up to Doncaster in the third tier, hosted Real Madrid. It was a…
Raheem Sterling’s bleak tale a reminder of absurd path young footballers face | Jonathan Liew
Published: September 17, 2026 07:00
Winger was one of the first big-money academy transfers, part of a child labour market that has barely been questioned“What’s your name?”“Raheem.” Continue reading...
Rancour, road trips and revival: tale of battle for Brighton’s future hits the stage
Published: September 17, 2026 07:00
New play spotlights fans’ tortuous trek from the Goldstone Ground, via Gillingham and an athletics stadiumIt was the tip-off that changed Ian Hart’s life for ever. The funeral director from Worthing was co-editor of the Brighton fanzine Gull’s Eye when he…
Boehly and Walter sell Chelsea shares as Clearlake Capital takes full control of club
Published: September 16, 2026 23:28
American chair Boehly leaves role after deal is secured‘I am confident that Chelsea is well positioned’Todd Boehly and Mark Walter have sold their stakes in Chelsea in a deal under which Clearlake Capital takes full control of the Premier League club.The…
Raphinha cashes in against Santander with hat-trick as Barça hit seven
Published: September 16, 2026 22:10
Cancelo, Jesus and Lamine Yamal also score in routAtlético Madrid thrash Osasuna 4-0 to move into thirdRaphinha scored a hat-trick as Barcelona ripped Racing Santander to shreds in a spectacular 7-2 triumph in La Liga on Wednesday. The win makes Hansi…
De Cuyper and Brighton pile on pain for Manchester United with comeback
Published: September 16, 2026 21:18
Across four days Manchester United have lost the 199th derby to Manchester City, were told by JJ Gabriel he wants to leave, and have now been knocked out of the Carabao Cup by Brighton.Capitulating after being 2-0 up may be the pick of these dizzying…
Saudi Pro League club Al-Taawoun handed stadium ban over Diogo Jota chants
Published: September 16, 2026 21:13
Fans heard shouting chants of ‘Jota’ against Al-HilalRonaldo had called for lifetime bans for those supportersThe Saudi Pro League club Al-Taawoun have been fined nearly £20,000 and given a two-game stadium ban after fans chanted about the late Liverpool…
Enzo Le Fée makes amends from the spot as Sunderland overcome AZ
Published: September 16, 2026 21:06
Sunderland’s captain, Granit Xhaka, believes it is not unrealistic to dream about Régis Le Bris’s side travelling all the way to next spring’s Europa League final.It is rarely a good idea to dismiss Xhaka but reaching that showpiece in Frankfurt will…
‘My scar, not your scar’: Tuchel stands by England semi-final subs but admits wrong timing
Published: September 16, 2026 21:05
Coach says Argentina’s gung-ho approach forced hand‘No one is more hurt than me, no one wanted it more’Thomas Tuchel stands by his heavily criticised defensive substitutions in the World Cup semi-final defeat against Argentina this summer, but the England…
Tammy Abraham’s double powers Aston Villa to Carabao Cup win at Coventry
Published: September 16, 2026 21:02
For Aston Villa, an overdue drama-free outing as Unai Emery’s side cruised into the Carabao Cup fourth round courtesy of a Tammy Abraham double and a Ross Barkley header.Unfortunately for Coventry, it was a sorry case of more of the same. Frank Lampard’s…
USMNT to call up 16-year-old Cavan Sullivan for upcoming friendlies
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Published: September 16, 2026 19:25
Sullivan has six goals and eight assists post-World CupUS play four games in upcoming windowPhiladelphia Union midfielder Cavan Sullivan is set to earn his first international call-up with the United States men’s national team later this month, a source…
Manchester United v Brighton, Coventry v Aston Villa and more, Carabao Cup clockwatch – live
Published: September 16, 2026 17:54
⚽ Live updates from four third-round matches⚽ Manchester United shocked as JJ Gabriel asks to leave⚽ Get in touch! Email Will with any thoughtsManchester United: Darlow; Mazraoui, Yoro, Heaven, Dalot; Andrey Santos, Tielemans; Lacey, Mount; Rashford;…
Sunderland v AZ, Milan v Benfica and more: Europa League clockwatch – live
Published: September 16, 2026 17:48
⚽ Live updates from the 8pm BST kick-offs ⚽ Xhaka promises ‘fire’ | Live scoreboard⚽ Get in touch! Email Niall with any thoughtsThe Sunderland captain, Granit Xhaka, has fired an incendiary warning to tonight’s visitors:The stadium will be on fire. And I…
USA exits U-20 World Cup on penalties as tournament’s timing draws criticism
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Published: September 16, 2026 17:14
Brazil advances to quarter-finals in PolandAmericans have not won tournament since 2012US youth teams have struggled in recent showingsThe United States were eliminated from the U-20 Women’s World Cup in the last 16 on Wednesday, falling to Brazil on…
‘They are very similar’: Arsenal’s Dowman reminds Merino of Lamine Yamal
Published: September 16, 2026 16:00
Teenager continues development with two goals at IpswichMerino: ‘He is a big talent and we have to take care of him’Mikel Merino says Max Dowman reminds him of Lamine Yamal after the Arsenal prodigy continued his development by scoring twice in his side’s…
Football Daily | Madrid endure an awkward night after T-shirt trouble and Elche scare
Published: September 16, 2026 14:39
Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now!Anxious to sample some traditional Spanish culture while taking in a La Liga match years ago, Football Daily and some friends decamped to Gran Alicant. As we prepared to leave a quaint bodega (the Dick…
Maresca says Manchester City still waiting for apology after incorrect 2023 derby goal
Published: September 16, 2026 11:40
United won game after controversial Fernandes equaliserCity to blood youngsters for Carabao Cup game against NorwichEnzo Maresca says Manchester United cannot complain about the controversial derby winner on Sunday because Manchester City are still…
Lewis Koumas on playing ‘the Liverpool way’, showing hunger and hopes for the future
Published: September 16, 2026 11:14
The 20-year-old forward was delighted with the faith put in him by Andoni Iraola for the Tottenham game and now wants to kick onWith a man of the match award in one hand and his phone in the other, Lewis Koumas made a very important call before stopping to…
Watching Cavan Sullivan, excitement is tempered by memories of hypetrains past
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Published: September 16, 2026 11:00
The 16-year-old Union star isn’t the first wunderkind to be feted by the American soccersphereThe trouble with trying not to hype up Cavan Sullivan is that he keeps on doing cool stuff. Like this past weekend, when he scampers along on a Philadelphia Union…
Why Coventry, Tottenham and Aston Villa should not panic about their slow starts
Published: September 16, 2026 09:59
Coventry have no points, Spurs have no goals and Villa have dipped again. But what does a bad start really mean?By Opta AnalystThat optimism we feel at the start of a new season can be intoxicating. Whatever happened last season, there has been a whole…
Glory at 11,000ft: Cusco’s Cienciano aim to bring Peru continental success once again
Published: September 16, 2026 09:00
Cusco is known for tourism. But the city’s biggest football team is chasing a repeat of a South American title that caused shockwaves more than 20 years agoIt was one of those nights when Cusco shifted the spotlight from its tourism engine to football. At…
When did football fans first start wearing replica kits? | The Knowledge
Published: September 16, 2026 07:00
Plus: more costly (and beneficial) red cards, plus attacks with triple half-century of international goalsMail us with your all of your questions and answers“When did fans wearing replica kits become a thing?” asks Alex Ecob. “Older footage shows people in…
Iranian football returns in the shadow of war and with row over last league title
Published: September 16, 2026 07:00
Prolonged league suspension due to war and falling behind Saudi spending power are weakening the sport in IranJust three months ago, Iran was one of the biggest stories in football as Team Melli arrived at the World Cup to try to play in the US, a country…
Xhaka promises ‘fire’ from Sunderland on long-awaited return to Europe
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Published: September 16, 2026 07:00
Captain looking forward to intimidating atmosphere when Wearsiders host AZ, after 53 years awayWhen Sunderland last played European football, club directors viewed it as a useful means of raising the cash necessary to fund floodlight upgrades at Roker Park…
Lionel Messi called up by Argentina to make farewell appearance in friendly
Published: September 15, 2026 22:28
Argentina will host Benin in October in Buenos AiresAFA president invites Messi to enjoy ‘deserved farewell’Lionel Messi has been called up by Argentina to make a farewell appearance in a home friendly in October following his international retirement,…
Max Dowman doubles up for Arsenal’s back-ups to beat Ipswich in Carabao Cup
Published: September 15, 2026 21:14
The bad news for everyone else is that Arsenal’s next generation is already here. Two mesmerising goals in a man-of-the-match display from Max Dowman underlined why the 16-year-old has been compared to a certain Lionel Messi by his manager, Mikel Arteta,…
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