Norwegian footballer, Arsenal midfielder on loan from Real Madrid
England has beaten France 6-4 in the World Cup third-place match in Miami after Bukayo Saka scored a hat-trick. England led 4-0 at half-time before France rallied with Kylian Mbappé scoring twice to become the all-time World Cup top scorer. Jude Bellingham added England’s final goal to finish the game 6-4.
England has moved into the World Cup semi-finals after a 2-1 extra-time win over Norway in Miami. Thomas Tuchel has criticised the performance as 'sloppy' and not fast enough, while Jude Bellingham has pushed back, saying the team is capable of more amid challenging conditions.
England has advanced to the World Cup semi-finals following a 2-1 extra-time victory over Norway in Miami, with Jude Bellingham scoring the decisive goal. The Guardian, Independent, and BBC coverage highlight how England now faces Argentina in the semi-final in Atlanta, while questions swirl over manager Tuchel and the team’s prospects against Messi and co.
Norway has celebrated its World Cup run with a royal reception in Oslo after a 2-1 extra-time defeat to England. More than 100,000 fans line Karl Johans gate to welcome the team home, as players take part in an open-top bus parade despite minor delays from overhead cables.
England star Jude Bellingham and Germany coach Thomas Tuchel have publicly clashed over performance comments after England’s 2-1 win in the World Cup, with Tuchel insisting there are no issues and both sides stressing their close relationship amid media speculation.
Chelsea has secured Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa for a Premier League record fee, on a six-year deal with an option for a seventh. The England attacker joins amid a busy summer under new manager Xabi Alonso as Chelsea look to rebuild after a 10th-place finish. Rogers is set to form a dynamic partnership with Cole Palmer, with the two England teammates expected to thrive under Alonso’s system.
Arsenal have secured Bruno Guimarães from Newcastle United for £75m on a four-year deal with an option for a further year. The transfer closes a long-running saga and strengthens Arsenal’s midfield as they move to defend their title. Newcastle accept a fee around £75m as they look to replace him with younger options.
Arsenal has officially announced the signing of Bruno Guimarães for £75m from Newcastle, and he is being integrated as the club eye another title defense. The midfielder has given his first impressions and the squad will rely on his versatility to influence both build-up play and goals.
Nine Premier League clubs start the 2026-27 season with new coaches, including Manchester United’s Carrick and Tottenham’s De Zerbi. Arsenal look to defend their title under Arteta as City begin under Enzo Maresca. World Cup fatigue, transfer chatter, and European commitments shape early form and squad strategies.
Arsenal have begun their title defence with a convincing 3-0 win over Manchester City in Cardiff, with Christos Tzolis contributing two assists and Kai Havertz scoring. Declan Rice and Martin Ødegaard anchored the midfield as the Gunners dominated from early in the second half.
Arsenal have begun the season with a string of wins, including a hard-fought Champions League victory over Napoli decided late by Martin Odegaard, and sit among early title favourites. Manchester United have opened their Champions League campaign with a 4-0 win at Old Trafford, while Manchester City, Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain have also taken strong early European results.
Arsenal has started the season with three straight wins, signaling a strong title challenge as City face pressure to respond. Hull City is making a surprise early statement under Jakirovic, taking seven points from three games and challenging expectations in the Premier League.
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.
Everton have drawn 2-2 with Manchester United after a late goal from Hayden Hackney and a stoppage-time equaliser by Tyrique George, helped by Jack Grealish’s 66th-minute return on a loan spell. United led twice through Bruno Fernandes and Benjamin Sesko, but Everton fought back to secure a share of the spoils.
Arsenal travel issues from a technical air-traffic disruption have delayed their Napoli trip as they prepare for a Champions League clash. Jurrien Timber is nearing a return, while Napoli announce Scott McTominay’s ablation procedure and rest. Arsenal sign teenager Mylo Bernard for their academy intake.
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.
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.