English football club, North London, competing in the Premier League.
An independent commission has found Manchester City guilty of 114 of 115 Premier League financial-rule breaches covering conduct from 2009–18, multiple outlets have reported. Sanctions have not been decided. City has said the process remains ongoing and will appeal; rival clubs have been notified and are seeking legal advice. (02 Oct 2026)
Portugal has secured a 4-2 win over Denmark as Ronaldo sits on the bench; Portugal leads Group A4 with nine points. Germany, under Klopp, beats Serbia 2-0 in Munich as Wirtz and Bischof score. Netherlands draw with Greece; Ireland thumps Israel 3-0 amid security concerns.
Germany has had a mixed Nations League showing as injuries force midfield and attack reshuffles ahead of key matches. Florian Wirtz and Jonathan Burkardt are drafted in to replace injured teammates, while Germany seeks cohesion under Klopp after a World Cup setback.
City maintains a perfect start with a 1-0 win over Coventry. Haaland scores, Enzo Fernandez provides a timely debut assist, and Gianluigi Donnarumma makes crucial saves to preserve the lead. Coventry pressure intensifies but cannot find a leveller, leaving Lampard's side still searching for a first top-flight goal this season.
Crystal Palace beat Fulham 3-2 at Craven Cottage as Ben Chilwell’s stoppage-time volley seals the win after Tyrick Mitchell equalised twice. Fulham had led twice but injuries and a late goal cost Arbeloa’s side; Palace take momentum into the next fixtures.
A weekend of dramatic results has reshaped the early-season landscape. Arsenal, Manchester City, and Liverpool all feature in standout performances as results ripple through the table ahead of the international break.
AfD has won about 44% in Saxony-Anhalt, raising the possibility it could form Germany’s first far-right state government since World War II. Minority communities fear renewed hostility as elections also loom in Berlin and Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. Parties across Germany assess the implications for democracy and policy.
Liverpool has secured a five-year shirt sponsorship with Turkish Airlines from June 2027, replacing Standard Chartered. The deal, worth in excess of £60 million per season, makes Turkish Airlines the main club partner on the front of shirts for men’s, women’s and academy teams, with Standard Chartered moving to global partner status. The deal is set to be one of the most lucrative in Premier League history.
Como has risen from bankruptcy to Serie A, earning a first Champions League campaign. To honour long-serving fans, Mirwan Suwarso and other directors are surrendering their tickets for Como’s home opener against RB Leipzig, ensuring elderly supporters attend amid UEFA capacity rules.
Nats has said a millisecond software defect in its flight‑data system has caused the outage that cancelled more than 2,000 flights and disrupted hundreds of thousands of travellers. CEO Martin Rolfe has apologised; Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has ordered an independent Civil Aviation Authority review and has asked Nats to report within a week.
Torres heads PSG to a 2-1 win at Marseille after a late Desir Doué cross, with Marseille’s Angel Gomes equalising before Marquinhos seals it. Weah is sent off for a second bookable offence as PSG climb in Ligue 1. The result comes ahead of a two-week international break.
Manchester United are enduring a painful start to the season, with a 2-2 draw after an own goal by Lisandro Martinez and late leveller by Cunha. The club sits mid-table after five matches, and manager Michael Carrick faces mounting scrutiny as results fail to meet expectations.
Arsenal have beaten Chelsea in a London derby as Mikel Arteta’s side show resilience after a 2-1 win at the Emirates. Chelsea, despite strong attacking moments, are struggling defensively and still adjusting under Xabi Alonso. The result underscores a widening gap between the two clubs early in the season.
Arsenal have beaten Sunderland 2-1 after a dramatic second half. Bruno Guimarães scores from outside the area after a Le Fée saved penalty by David Raya, while Saka seals it with a stoppage-time penalty after Reinildo Mandava is sent off. Arsenal maintain perfect league start while Sunderland push for consistency.
Manchester City have won a dramatic Manchester derby, extending their lead at the top as United push hard but fall short. A red card for Phil Foden opened a chaotic half, with Enzo Fernandez offside controversy and Haaland finishing late to seal the result.
Lionel Messi has helped Inter Miami win the Campeones Cup with a 2-0 victory over Cruz Azul, sealing the club’s first Campeones Cup trophy and adding another trophy to Messi’s MLS era. Casemiro’s late header secures the win after Messi’s early headed goal; the ceremony also marks new coach Cristian Gonzalez’s first game in charge.
VAR ruled Haaland onside for Manchester City’s 1-0 win over United before Pro Ref acknowledged an error of judgement. Officials will not officiate next fixtures after the international break as investigations begin. Carrick and Maresca have defended their positions amid renewed scrutiny of officiating and offside technology.
Ukraine has proposed de-escalatory steps with assurances from partners to halt strikes on critical infrastructure, while Russia continues attacks on energy facilities. Trump calls for a mutual halt to strikes; Zelenskyy says any ceasefire must be long-term and verifiable. Western sanctions and energy pressures loom as winter approaches.
Brighton pressurises Arsenal and dominates, while Coventry City end a losing run with a hard-fought win as Premier League progress continues amid chaos for others.
The Carabao Cup ties see Manchester City and Norwich facing each other after City, the holders, may rest stars. Fleetwood and Liverpool advance to round four, with further ties shaping the fourth-round draw. Everton and Newcastle, Fulham and Palace, and Bournemouth and Villa also progress, setting up a busy slate of matches.
Germany has named a 44-man squad split into two groups for Nations League fixtures in September and October. The move marks Jurgen Klopp’s first squad since taking over, with several debutants and notable omissions shaped by fitness and strategy.
The 15-year-old forward has told Manchester United he wants to cancel his registration with immediate effect. Real Madrid are pressing, with Barca, Bayern and PSG also keen. EU passport could allow a move within the EU when he turns 16, while United insist his registration runs to season's end.
Switzerland has named its Nations League squad as captain Granit Xhaka withdraws from duties after media reported a fake vaccination certificate. Boteli scores again for club; Johan Manzambi and Zeki Amdouni are among players bridging youth and experience ahead of matches in Scotland and North Macedonia.
The latest update on Chelsea players and England’s Nations League squad confirms changes after Tuchel has recalled Palmer and Alexander-Arnold for four games during the international window. Palmer has missed the extended break following a league defeat, while Brentford’s form improves.
Xavi has named a 26-man squad for Nations League matches, including Ruben van Bommel after his comeback from a knee injury. The Dutch coach aims to build a team that can dominate possession as they face Germany, Serbia, and other opponents in a busy schedule.
Andy Burnham is meeting Donald Trump at the UN and Ursula von der Leyen as the UK faces international talks. He is framing a middle path with the US while pressing for an EU-UK reset; British parliamentarians and business voices warn of domestic strain as inflation and taxes stay high.
Brighton & Hove Albion defeat Premier League champions Arsenal 3-0 at the Amex, in a performance described as relentless by Fabian Hurzeler. Pascal Gross and Charalampos Kostoulas score early, with Chema Andres adding a late header from Gross’s corner. Arsenal’s recent form is under scrutiny after a challenging display, while Brighton celebrate a landmark anniversary.
Andros Townsend has avoided serious injuries after a Thai pitch roller ran over his leg during warm-ups for PT Prachuap’s Thai League 1 match against Pattani. The 35-year-old former England winger has described the moment as terrifying but has continued to play, coming on as a late substitute in a 3-0 victory.
The early Premier League campaign shows Arsenal leading in xG difference, with City close behind; Manchester United and Newcastle face underwhelming starts. Brighton and Hull Ipswich show solid starts among promoted sides. Newcastle’s high finishing belies a modest xG; several teams underperform relative to chances created.
Arsenal has suffered a heavy 3-0 loss to Brighton, marking their first league defeat by more than one goal since 2023. City has extended their winning run to five league games and seven in all comps, putting pressure on Arsenal as the international break begins. Brighton’s performance signals a shift in the early-season balance, while Arteta calls it a tough but instructive lesson for the champions.
The Women’s Champions League begins with Barcelona and Lyonnes fielding ambitious lineups, Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City eyeing European glory, and questions about homegrown pathways amid a wave of international talent.
Granit Xhaka has withdrawn from Switzerland’s Nations League squad as prosecutors review a possible criminal case over a vaccination certificate obtained during the Covid pandemic. Embolo is also unavailable as the Swiss focus on upcoming matches against North Macedonia, Scotland, and Slovenia.
EU countries reach a compromise to extend sanctions on nearly 3,000 individuals and entities for three years while delisting Russian-Uzbek tycoon Alisher Usmanov and Russian-Israeli Mikhail Fridman from the bloc’s sanctions list. Latvia abstains, prompting tensions with Kyiv; France and Luxembourg argued for delisting on national-security grounds linked to a prisoner-release context.
The Columbus Crew have dismissed reserve team coach Federico Higuaín after he grabbed a female referee’s hand and told her, “don’t forget this is a man’s game.” The incident occurred during an MLS Next Pro match on August 23; Higuaín has been banned for two games. The Professional Soccer Referees Association says the punishment is inadequate and calls for stronger sanctions.
The four European top leagues have published a joint statement demanding fundamental governance reforms at FIFA, citing concerns over unchecked power and the impact of expansion on domestic football. The move follows Infantino’s push for reform and the withdrawal of the FIFA Forward Enterprise plan.
The FIFA disciplinary committee has suspended Balogun’s one‑match ban for a year, allowing him to play against Belgium. The US team, previously hit by backlash over the Balogun case, now faces Belgium in the last 16 after group play and sets the stage for how governance decisions affect performance.
Julian Ward has been appointed Liverpool's sporting director, returning to the post after a spell away with Fenway Sports Group. The move follows the departure of Richard Hughes and ongoing restructuring at Anfield. Ward has previously overseen key signings and contract renewals, and analysts see the appointment as bringing needed stability amid upheaval.
An independent commission has reached findings against Abu Dhabi-backed City; the Premier League has not announced any official punishment, and City has denied wrongdoing and says it will appeal if the reports are confirmed.
Chelsea secure a 1-0 win over Arsenal, lifting them to an unbeaten three-game run and sharpening their challenge on Manchester City. Alyssa Thompson scores the decisive goal, while Sonia Bompastor emphasizes mental resilience and tactical adaptability. Arsenal struggle to convert chances as their title bid stalls.
England manager Sarina Wiegman has left Ella Toone and Chloe Kelly out of a playoff squad, saying their levels on the pitch have not matched expectations. She still believes in them and says they can do better, while naming Lexi Potter and Freya Godfrey among new call-ups ahead of October’s World Cup qualifying playoff vs Greece.