English football club, founded 1878, based in Liverpool, competing in the Premier League
Chelsea have beaten Everton 2-0 in a Premier League match. Emi Martinez has been taken to hospital after a head-on-head collision and is undergoing precautionary tests. Mike Penders makes his Premier League debut to help Chelsea secure their first league clean sheet since January. Neto scores twice, including a late finish, with Henderson providing a commanding midfield display.
Arsenal has moved to second in the Premier League table after a hard-fought 1-0 win at Nottingham Forest, with Noni Madueke scoring a deflected late goal. The result follows three consecutive victories as Arsenal gears up for a Champions League clash with Bayern Munich.
The 54-year-old former Everton striker has been appointed Glentoran’s new manager on a multi-year contract. He aims to end the club’s 17-year league title drought, steer them up the table, and secure backing from owner Ali Pour.
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.
Arsenal has beaten Chelsea in a London derby, continuing their strong start to the season. Other results included Manchester United drawing 2-2 with Everton, and Hull City continuing to challenge xG conventions. The weekend’s slate reshapes the early table as clubs chase consistency ahead of the international break.
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.
Manchester United have beaten Bodo/Glimt 5-0 at Old Trafford in their Champions League return. Matheus Cunha, Bruno Fernandes, Benjamin Sesko, Lisandro Martinez and Harry Kane scored; Fernandes, Kane and Michael Olise have each been nominated for this year’s Ballon d'Or. United have recorded their biggest European win since 2020.
A derby week collision has NYCFC facing Red Bulls after a key win. Ferne1ndez Mercau has chosen to stay with NYCFC as he pursues his next goal: a spot with the Argentina national team. Tottenham, meanwhile, are navigating Richarlisons uncertain future as he remains sidelined amid contract talks and failed moves. Nygren insists he will stay at Celtic as interest cools.
Coventry City has secured a first Premier League win since 2001, lifting spirits after a nightmare start that left them with four straight defeats and no goals. Lampard’s side capitalised on a late VAR call to beat Nottingham Forest, signaling a potential shift as the break approaches, though the wider reality of the season remains brutal for newly promoted clubs.
Canada and Britain are pursuing closer European ties as Prime Minister Burnham hosts Canadian PM Carney for talks and a Carabao Cup match in Liverpool. The meeting centers on Europe, defence financing, and NATO cooperation, with a side note on the teams’ Everton fandom.
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.
Canada seeks a closer alliance with the EU as Ursula von der Leyen pitches associate membership for Canada, while Donald Trump threatens tariffs if he views the move as hostile. The plan follows Canada’s ongoing trade tensions with the United States and signals a shift toward strategic partnership with Brussels.
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.
Manchester United has suffered a damaging run of results, including a Carabao Cup exit to Brighton and a falling form that has intensified scrutiny of Michael Carrick, director of football Jason Wilcox, and the club's recruitment strategy. The latest defeats have exposed ongoing issues in energy, structure, and finishing, with questions over fitness and tactics lingering as the club searches for a plan B.
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.
Britain’s new prime minister has arrived in New York for the UN General Assembly, seeking closer UK-US ties on Ukraine air defences and safeguarding shipping routes, while navigating a fraught relationship with President Trump. Officials warn of economic headwinds as winter looms.
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.
Prime Minister has signalled a potential trial to allow fans to drink in view of the pitch at football grounds in England and Wales, a move critics describe as outdated. Officials say a full consultation is likely before any changes are made, with supporters and clubs weighing the implications for safety and revenue.
The European Commission has proposed opening a new 'associate member' status to deepen ties with Canada. Canadian prime minister Mark Carney has welcomed the idea as a path to reduce dependence on US markets while President Donald Trump has threatened heavy tariffs if he judges the move hostile. Leaders plan a Canada‑EU summit in Montreal on Oct 29–30.
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)
Scotland midfielder has confirmed he remains with Bologna after transfer talk linked him to Rangers. He says the future is uncertain but his current contract runs to 2028 with an option. He has maintained focus on Bologna this season.
Manchester City has been found guilty of serious breaches of Premier League financial rules stretching from 2009-10 to 2017-18. The independent commission has ruled that the club artificially inflated revenues and reduced costs through sham contracts and disguised funding, with sanctions to be decided at a separate hearing. City denies wrongdoing and plans to appeal.
Manchester City remains under scrutiny as an independent commission has found breaches in financial rules. Pep Guardiola has publicly supported the club, saying fans can count on him as the case unfolds, while the club faces potential sanctions and appeals.
An independent commission finds Manchester City guilty of serious Premier League financial breaches. The club denies wrongdoing and will appeal. Former Manchester mayor Andy Burnham says he would be concerned to lose City’s Abu Dhabi owners, amid ongoing political commentary; ministers say the process must run its course.
The Premier League has found Manchester City owners breached rules by disguising funding through sham contracts. City faces sanctions while the IFR will assess owner suitability. Boris Burnham comments draw scrutiny as stakeholders demand independence from politics, underscoring football’s global impact.
Manchester City’s owners, the Abu Dhabi United Group, face a Premier League disciplinary process after breaching financial rules. Prime Minister Burnham has commented, prompting scrutiny of UK-government and local ties to the owners. The case raises questions about future investments and accountability.
Manchester City has been found in breach by an independent commission, with potential sanctions including fines, points deductions or expulsion from the Premier League. City maintains its innocence and says it will appeal and pursue all legal avenues.
Manchester City has appealed the Premier League commission’s ruling that found the club guilty of breaching financial rules over nine seasons. The appeal will be heard by an independent Board, with sanctions possible but not yet decided. City maintains the evidence supports their innocence as the process continues.
Manchester City has been found guilty of more than 100 financial rule breaches by an independent commission and is appealing. Premier League executives are weighing sanctions that could stretch across seasons, including points deductions, transfer bans, or relegation, with a decision expected after the appeal.
Everton Football Club is moving into a new phase as its controlling owner, The Friedkin Group, explores investment options, including a potential sale. The club has moved to a new stadium and vows to build on momentum while carefully considering next steps.
Palmer has extended his Chelsea contract, with the 24-year-old’s new deal keeping him at the club through 2033. The extension follows strong form this season as Chelsea aim for more major trophies after securing FIFA Club World Cup and UEFA Conference League success. He says the club’s confidence and shared ambitions underpin the decision.
Richarlison has been recalled to the bench as Tottenham’s plans for him remain uncertain, with his form and registration issues limiting first-team chances. He scored for Spurs’ under-21s in a trophy clash, while his broader future at the club and potential moves have dominated headlines.
Manchester City hosts Paris Saint-Germain as City face a looming sanctions verdict after a nine-year period of alleged financial rule breaches. Luis Enrique and Enzo Maresca oversee a high-stakes match that could shape the club’s season as investigations continue and the final decision awaits.