English sports journalist and former footballer
Arsenal has preserved a 100% start to the season after a 1-0 win at Sunderland, with Bruno Guimarães scoring the winner and David Raya saving Enzo Le Fee’s penalty. Mikel Arteta has described a second-half spot-kick decision as unacceptable, and Arsenal will push for clarifications with Pro Ref.
Lionel Messi has extended the men’s World Cup scoring record and continued a prolific tournament run. He has scored in consecutive World Cup matches, netting goals from open play and set pieces while helping Argentina secure group-stage wins and progress toward the knockout rounds in the 2026 tournament.
Fernandes has broken the Premier League assists record with 21 assists and scored nine goals as Manchester United finish third. Shaw has top-scored for City with 21 goals as they win the Women’s Super League. The awards are decided by the Football Writers’ Association and PFA, with additional honours for players across Arsenal, City and United. The teams also celebrate multiple winners and a host of youth awards.