English football club based in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire
Northern Ireland midfielder Shea Charles has joined Fulham for £30m, becoming the country’s most expensive player. Former international Stuart Dallas backs Charles and teammate Ethan Galbraith for Premier League success, while NI boss Michael O’Neill has built the side around him.
The Premier League has presented a funded, 10-year proposal for a new strategic partnership with the EFL. Clubs have unanimously voted to approve, with the plan now going to the EFL for its members’ vote. Details indicate an expanded redistribution, new funds for crisis relief and infrastructure, and a higher transfer levy.
The Carabao Cup second round has been drawn, with Chelsea and Tottenham entering the competition alongside other Premier League clubs not in Europe. The draw is sectional (north and south) and ties will be played the week of 24 August. The nine top-flight teams in Europe this season join in the third round.
Millwall beat Norwich 3-0 with Arconte scoring on his home debut; Portsmouth defeat Lincoln 3-1; Birmingham draw with Bristol City 2-2; other results include Millwall’s 2-0 win over Bristol City and several other Championship results.