English professional football club based in Fulham, West London
An independent commission has found Manchester City guilty of the vast majority of 115 Premier League financial-rule charges covering 2009–18, multiple outlets have reported. Sanctions have not been decided. City has said the process remains ongoing, has vowed to appeal and has told supporters the club will defend its position. (08 Oct 2026)
Manchester City have been found guilty by an independent commission of more than 100 financial rule breaches between 2009-18. The club has appealed, while Premier League executives weigh severe sanctions that could include points deductions, transfer bans, or even relegation to the Championship. The sanctions process is expected to unfold over weeks, with the final decision due by early next year.
Manchester City’s new midfield trio—Enzo Fernandez, Elliot Anderson and Ayyoub Bouaddi—have arrived as part of a high-spending window, with City aiming to rebuild after core departures. Dias has been named captain as the club seeks to sustain its winning culture under Maresca.
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.
Rangers have secured a 3-0 win over Celtic in the Old Firm derby, with Dan Neil scoring twice and Nicolas Raskin adding a late finish. The result cements Rangers’ dominance in the 90 minutes and keeps them in a strong position in the league race.
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.
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.
Keely Hodgkinson wins the 800m at Athlos London in 1:56.40, wearing Nike’s all-black speed suit designed to reduce drag and regulate temperature. The event, outside New York for the first time, features an all-women format with a Tiffany crown and a $65,000 prize for winners. The season-ending meet aims to spotlight female athletes and redefine track and field’s spectacle.
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.
Fans protest outside Old Trafford as Manchester United faces Manchester City after the club reveals 685 bans and 464 warnings under a ticket touting crackdown. Protests target owners and management amid broader fan engagement concerns.
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.
Zach Cregger has directed a Resident Evil movie that remains faithful to survival horror mechanics while injecting his meta-commentary and kinetic nervous energy. Austin Abrams leads as a flawed courier, delivering a high-stakes package through a snowbound hospital and a city overrun by T-virus horrors.
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.
UEFA has announced 2028, 2029 finals across Europe. The Allianz Arena will host the 2028 Champions League final; Camp Nou will host in 2029. Barcelona continues reconstruction at Camp Nou, while Madrid’s Metropolitano hosts the 2026-27 final. Women’s final lands in Lyon in 2028 and Cardiff in 2029. London misses 2029 World Athletics and Wembley remains a historic host.
Former England footballer Raheem Sterling has pleaded guilty to driving a Lamborghini Urus dangerously on the M3 in southern England on 28 May. He also admits possession of six nitrous oxide canisters and failing to provide a breath specimen. The incident, which involved no other vehicles and caused no injuries, has left him currently without a club.
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.
Chelsea Football Club's ownership moves to full control by Clearlake Capital as Todd Boehly and Mark Walter exit their stakes. Wyss remains a stakeholder; Chelsea reiterates no change to day-to-day operations while pursuing long-term sporting and infrastructure ambitions.
England has named its provisional squad for the Nations League, with Trent Alexander-Arnold and Cole Palmer returning alongside a crop of young players. The team faces Spain, the Czech Republic and Croatia during the extended break.
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.
BBC and Guardian reports converge on the long-awaited Dockers Derby as Millwall hosts West Ham at The Den for the first time in nearly 15 years. The match underscores London football’s fierce rivalry, the emotional pull for fans, and the policing measures expected around a high-stakes clash.
Paris Saint-Germain has beaten Marseille 2-1 at the Velodrome after a late goal from Torres, with Marseille’s Weah sent off as the match swung in PSG’s favour. The result tightens the Ligue 1 title race. Monaco, Lyon and Paris FC also win as the season gathers pace.
France has launched its new era under coach Zinedine Zidane with a first training camp at Clairefontaine featuring a 12-player group. Mbappé is absent, while Zidane is joined by Bettoni and Barthez as they prepare for Nations League fixtures against Turkey, Belgium, and Italy.
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.
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has presented printed screen grabs of tackles he says warranted red cards in the derby loss to Atletico Madrid. Tebas has rejected conspiracy claims, stating the narrative is an excuse for on-pitch shortcomings. Barcelona leads La Liga while Madrid sits fourth after seven rounds.
England’s Nations League campaign has seen Alexander-Arnold deliver a decisive assist for Gordon as Tuchel weighs his plans at right-back; Palmer’s withdrawal from duty draws attention to squad depth and selection strategy ahead of a Spain opener.
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.