English football club, oldest professional team, in the National League
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 clinched back-to-back Premier League titles and is defending the crown in a season opening match against Coventry. Coventry, 25 years out of the top flight, returns with Frank Lampard at the helm and a ready-made test for Arsenal. The Premier League starts amid widespread managerial upheaval and a shift in balance as clubs adapt to new coaches and a deeper squad landscape.
Quevin Castro has died at 25 after collapsing during a pre-season friendly between Real Sport Clube and Estrela da Amadora in Lisbon. The Lisbon Football Association confirms the death; West Bromwich Albion and multiple clubs have paid tribute."