Scottish international striker at Hull City
Napoli and Roma clash in a high-scoring Serie A draw as Scott McTominay nets twice after return from arrhythmia treatment; Balerdi equalises late for Roma, leaving Napoli ninth and Roma third.
Liverpool rescue a late point at Newcastle as Szoboszlai’s 99th-minute penalty cancels Ngumoha’s 100th-minute goal; questions arise over attack depth and transfer plans amid growing concerns about creativity and squad quality.
A look at how early-season form across the Championship, League One and League Two is shaping expectations, with Charlton, Swansea, Swansea and Wolves noted for brisk starts and Derby’s ownership saga continuing to unfold.
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.
Scotland has reshaped its Nations League squad under new head coach Sebastien Pocognoli. Kristi Montgomery earns a first senior call-up after progressing through Blackburn Rovers’ ranks, joining a mix of recalled veterans and new faces as the team prepares for matches against Slovenia, Switzerland and North Macedonia.
Scotland’s new head coach has overseen a goalless draw with Slovenia in Ljubljana in his first match in charge. Billy Gilmour returns from injury to drive the midfield; Oli McBurnie and Robbie Ure debut while Stephen Welsh occupies a new left-back/centre-back role. Scotland improve after a half-time reshuffle but fail to convert chances, leaving the Nation League opener with a point.
Scotland has claimed victory in North Macedonia, with Kieron Bowie scoring at seven minutes and John McGinn converting a late penalty after a VAR review. The win secures four points from three Nations League matches under Pocognoli, while Scott McKenna is sent off late. Scotland are top in B1 ahead of Slovenia visit.
Real Madrid has reshaped its attack amid Vinicius Jr.’s suspension, with Kylian Mbappe leading the line and Diomande stepping up as a regular starter. In recent wins over Sevilla and Leipzig, Diomande has impressed, while Arda Guler continues to orchestrate the frontline. Mourinho has asserted no player is untouchable as the squad adapts.