English footballer, midfielder for Chelsea and England
Everton is negotiating to sign Denmark midfielder Christian Nørgård from Arsenal for around £7m, aiming to strengthen midfield after departures and injuries. Arsenal’s title win last season left Nørgård seeking regular football, with Everton pushing to complete their fourth summer signing as they look to bolster Mikel Arteta’s squad.
Manchester United has re-signed Marcus Rashford after a season-long loan at Barcelona. The deal consolidates Rashford as United’s top earner and a key component in plans to bolster a left-sided attack, with the club weighing wage costs amid pressure to manage expenditure. Barcelona opted not to trigger a £26m buy clause, keeping Rashford in the spotlight as United eye tactical changes for 2026-27.
Larne is eliminated after conceding a late penalty in extra-time to Invermen following a 2-0 lead, with Montel Gibson sent off and controversy around a handball in the dying stages.
Arsenal has defended its title and Villa has undergone a broad exodus, with key forwards moving and tactical shifts underway. The teams meet with Arsenal aiming to prove momentum while Villa seeks to prove resilience after a tumultuous transfer window. The upcoming fixture underlines high-stakes expectations as both sides adjust for new season realities.
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.
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.
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.
Manchester United are facing scrutiny after Lisandro Martínez’s post-match outburst criticised the club’s recruitment and hierarchy. Carrick insists the squad is united and moving on as United chase form amid a winless run in all competitions.
Manchester United have failed to win in the league and now face a crucial Champions League trip to Como as Lisandro Martínez faces criticism and manager Michael Carrick seeks to steady the team amid a volatile run of results.
Chelsea suffer a home defeat as Tottenham claim a 3-1 victory at Stamford Bridge, with a first-half own goal by Mike Penders and late goals from Marmoush and Davies securing the win. James Maddison marks his return with a goal, while Joao Pedro’s absence shapes Chelsea’s attack.
Everton has claimed a 1-0 win over Newcastle at St James’ Park, with Thierno Barry scoring the only goal in the 49th minute after a misstep by Lukáš Horník. Everton climbs to seventh after nine rounds, while Newcastle drops to 13th. Barry has four league goals this season, remaining Everton’s primary striker after summer sales.