Belgian footballer, midfielder for Leicester City and the Belgium national team
Manchester United have extended their winless run to seven matches across all comps, worsening pressure on manager Michael Carrick amid a spate of injuries and internal tensions after a 4-1 loss to Como. Fernandes was benched following criticism of tactics; Maguire becomes captain as the club prepares for Bournemouth.
Manchester City’s new manager Enzo Maresca is balancing a midfield rebuild with the ongoing Rodri saga. Rodri has surgery scheduled, will rest and return, while City weigh keeping him amid Real Madrid interest. The club is also shaping the squad around Elliot Anderson and youth prospects as they prepare for the new season.
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.
Unai Emery leads Aston Villa into the UEFA Super Cup in Salzburg, chasing a first European trophy since 1982. PSG enter as holders; Villa face a deficit in squad stability amid talks of signings and injuries ahead of the clash.
Celtic defeat Kilmarnock 5-1, with Kasper Hogh scoring a second-half hat-trick after a bright start from the visitors. Rangers and HJK also feature in European ties, while West Ham progress in the Carabao Cup under pressure.
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.
Paris Saint-Germain have retained the UEFA Super Cup after Déziré Doué's 61st-minute strike, awarded following a VAR review, beat Aston Villa 2-1 in Salzburg. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia opened the scoring before 17-year-old Brian Madjo levelled for Villa on his competitive debut, becoming the youngest scorer in the fixture's history.
Manchester United has completed the €35 million signing of Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa after triggering his release clause, marking a key transfer in the club’s summer business. In his first extended media session, Tielemans notes a developing partnership with Bruno Fernandes and stresses his aim to contribute goals.
Manchester United has strengthened its midfield with Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans and added Karl Darlow, while Marcus Rashford has returned from Barcelona. Gareth Carrick says more signings are needed to challenge for the title and maintain Champions League contention. Rivals have spent heavily, prompting questions about United’s strategy and pace of spending.
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.
Nottingham Forest are moving toward signing Liam Delap from Chelsea for about £50m, with Oliver Glasner eyeing a price‑raising deal. Chelsea have signalled openness to selling, while Forest are seeking additional targets before deadline day. Chelsea have already added forwards Emegha and Welbeck, and Forest have strengthened with Diomande and Schlager.
United has agreed a deal with Brighton for Cameroon midfielder Carlos Baleba. The 22-year-old is set to join Michael Carrick’s midfield, joining Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos. Baleba’s signing comes amid United’s midfield rebuild after Casemiro’s departure and Ugarte’s injury.
Chelsea have moved to sign Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez from Aston Villa on a two-year contract, with a medical expected in London. The move follows mixed performances from Robert Sánchez and comes after Villa allowed Martínez to depart amid a squad reshuffle that includes Zion Suzuki’s arrival.
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.
Chelsea has completed the signing of Emi Martínez on a three-year contract for 7.5 million pounds. The goalkeeper has declared he is ready to help the club win titles, following a career at Aston Villa and success with Argentina.
Scotland midfielder Lewis Ferguson remains a key figure for Bologna as leadership duties shift under new coach Domenico Tedesco. Orsolini and De Silvestri assume top roles, Ferguson sits third, with Bologna opening the season in defeat as transfers and captaincy discussions unfold.
Bruno Fernandes scores a hat-trick and adds an assist as Manchester United overturn a first-half deficit to beat Ipswich 5-2. Kobbie Mainoo is hailed as world-class by Luke Shaw, and new signing Baleba waits in the wings.
Liverpool travels to Ipswich Town as Bradley Barcola could make his competitive debut off the bench after joining from Paris Saint-Germain. Ipswich, fresh from a 5-2 loss to Manchester United, aims to build on its strong home form with Julio Enciso and Abdul Fatawu leading the attack.
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.
An independent commission has found Manchester City guilty of the vast majority of 115 Premier League financial-rule charges covering 2009–18, multiple outlets have reported. Sanctions have not been decided. City has said the process remains ongoing, has vowed to appeal and has told supporters the club will defend its position. (08 Oct 2026)
France and Italy play to a 1-1 draw in Paris as Olise nets a late winner for France in a tense Nations League clash; Donnarumma and Bastoni rescue Italy with key saves and a late Upamecano red card alters the game.
Manchester City has been found guilty by an independent commission of financial rule breaches across nine seasons. The club denies wrongdoing and is appealing. Manager Enzo Maresca has reiterated faith in the club’s leadership and says the team is focusing on the pitch as the appeal unfolds and ahead of a high-profile clash with Liverpool.
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.
Switzerland 21-year-old Manzambi scores the match-winner as Aston Villa beat Newcastle 1-0. The victory caps a strong run under Unai Emery, extending Villa’s unbeaten run in all competitions to five. Manzambi has been central to Villa’s resurgence, following a record-breaking transfer from Chelsea-linked move.
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.
Arsenal has moved within three points of the Premier League summit after a 1-0 win at Nottingham Forest. Noni Madueke’s 80th-minute deflected goal secures the result, as Arsenal shows resilience by grinding out the victory despite a lack of sharp finishing. City remain top after a win over Ipswich, while Forest stay precarious near the relegation zone.
Middlesbrough has routed Bolton 5-0 in a performance that confirms their place among the Championship’s top teams. Will Lankshear has added to his tally with two goals, taking his season total to 13 in all competitions. The display featured 31 shots, 12 on target, and an expected goals figure of 4.17, underscoring a dominant performance.
Nicolas Jackson scores twice to seal Aston Villa’s 3-1 win over Manchester City at Villa Park, ending City’s seven-game winning start. Gianluigi Donnarumma has a difficult afternoon at the back, with Villa’s finishing proving decisive. Emery’s side shows resilience after summer upheaval, while City face questions over defensive robustness heading into a packed fixture list.