English footballer; goalkeeper and Crystal Palace captain
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.
England has claimed third place after a dramatic 2-0 win over France in the bronze final, capping a tournament that saw changes under Thomas Tuchel and Mbappe's continued form. France finishes in semi-final defeat to Spain; England's best finish since 1966.
Mbappé has secured the Golden Boot with 22 World Cup goals after France’s 6-4 bronze-medal win over England. Messi remains close, and Mbappé also ties the single-tournament record with 10 goals. Spain’s Rodri claims the Golden Ball as the strongest all-round player, while Unai Simón earns the Golden Glove in a tournament packed with drama.
Dinamo Zagreb have defeated FC Kauno Žalgiris 5-0 in the Croatian capital, with McKenna scoring and helping Zagreb solidify their lead in the tie. The 29-year-old defender, who has been linked with Rangers, has featured prominently in Europe this season as Zagreb push towards the play-off round.
Tottenham Hotspur have acquired Omar Marmoush from Manchester City on an initial loan, with a 60m pounds option to buy next summer, amid a flurry of summer signings that have put Spurs over 300m in expenditure. Marmoush joins Savio in a City-to-Spurs reshuffle as Roberto De Zerbi rebuilds his attack.
Everton have opened their season with a 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace at Hill Dickinson Stadium, with Thierno Barry scoring a late header to seal victory as Iliman Ndiaye set up the opener and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall added a first-half strike.
Manchester City has maintained early-season momentum with a 4-1 win at Crystal Palace, led by Rayan Cherki’s two goals and Erling Haaland’s brace. Enzo Maresca’s side shows attacking fluency under the new manager, with Cherki delivering a Player of the Match performance and Haaland hitting form in back-to-back fixtures.
Arsenal and Chelsea share a 2-2 draw as Ødegaard’s late goal helps Arsenal avoid defeat; Havertz and Tzolis feature with flurries of midfield and attack, while Chelsea’s defending is questioned.
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.
England’s coach has announced a squad amid questions over tactical direction following a World Cup where his cautious approach drew criticism. He is aiming to balance high-tempo, attacking instincts with moments of control as Nations League fixtures approach.