Author: Lester Holt

Early Domination Sets the Tone Erling Haaland was the star of the show as Manchester City secured a comfortable 3-0 victory over rivals Manchester United at the Etihad Stadium. From the opening whistle, City imposed their attacking rhythm, controlling possession and creating numerous scoring opportunities. Haaland’s Clinical Finishing The Norwegian striker opened the scoring midway through the first half with a precise finish inside the box. He doubled his tally in the 62nd minute, converting a well-placed pass from Kevin De Bruyne, cementing City’s dominance. His movement, composure, and finishing proved too much for the United defense to handle. City…

Mohamed Salah came through in the dying moments to secure a 1-0 win for his side against Burnley, converting a decisive penalty deep into stoppage time at Anfield. The match had been tightly contested, with both teams creating chances but failing to find the net. Burnley’s organized defense kept Salah and his teammates at bay for much of the game, forcing the Liverpool star to wait for the perfect opportunity. In the 92nd minute, the breakthrough came when Burnley’s defender was penalized for a foul inside the box. Salah stepped up confidently and slotted the ball past the goalkeeper, sending…

Marseille made a statement at the Vélodrome, tearing Lorient apart in a commanding 4–0 win. From the first whistle, the home side set the tone, combining aggression and precision. Early Blow The match swung in Marseille’s favor within the opening 15 minutes. A foul on Michael Amir Murillo saw Darlin Yongwa sent off, leaving Lorient a man down. Mason Greenwood calmly converted the penalty, and the visitors struggled to regroup. Benjamin Pavard’s header from Greenwood’s corner doubled the lead, and Angel Gomes’ clinical volley made it 3–0 before halftime. Dominance Maintained With the game largely settled, Marseille controlled the second…

When Bayer Leverkusen host Eintracht Frankfurt at the BayArena, it won’t just be another Bundesliga fixture — it’s a meeting of two sides heading in very different directions. Leverkusen: A New Era Under Hjulmand Leverkusen’s campaign has stuttered out of the blocks. Erik ten Hag’s dismissal left the club searching for stability, and the board have turned to Kasper Hjulmand. The Dane steps in at a delicate moment: his squad is full of attacking promise but fragile in defence, and the pressure to deliver is immediate. For Leverkusen, this is more than three points. It’s about proving that transition can…

LONDON, Sept 10 — West Ham United have secured the return of Łukasz Fabiański, handing the experienced goalkeeper a one-year contract just months after his summer departure. The 40-year-old, who left the Hammers at the end of last season after making more than 200 appearances in seven years at the club, was brought back as manager Graham Potter looked to reinforce a shaky goalkeeping department. Fabiański’s comeback follows the exit of Wes Foderingham to Cypriot side Aris Limassol, which left West Ham with only Mads Hermansen and Alphonse Areola as senior options. Both have struggled to provide consistency, with the…

Agreement ends dispute but leaves open questionsManchester City has settled its high-profile arbitration with the Premier League, drawing a line under months of legal wrangling but sparking fresh calls from other top-flight clubs for transparency over what the deal really means. By signing off on the league’s current Associated Party Transaction (APT) framework, City has formally abandoned its challenge to the rules. The decision prevents what could have been a prolonged and costly courtroom battle, though doubts linger over how the system will be applied going forward. Debate over sponsorship links intensifiesAt the centre of the debate is whether the…

The US Men’s National Team (USMNT) faces a serious test against Japan after a disappointing loss to South Korea. While Japan does not have a star like Christian Pulisic, their team is full of players competing at top European clubs. They were also the first Asian team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, showing their growing strength. Liverpool midfielder Wataru Endo said after qualifying that the team is already thinking about winning the World Cup. Crystal Palace’s Daichi Kamada echoed that sentiment, signaling Japan’s high ambitions. While Japan has never won a knockout match at a World Cup, the…

A supporter of Spanish top-flight club Espanyol Barcelona has been convicted for racially abusing Athletic Bilbao striker Iñaki Williams. The ruling is being hailed by the league as an important step in the fight against discrimination in Spanish football. One Year in Prison, Suspended The incident took place in January 2020 during a league match in Barcelona, where the fan insulted Williams with chants and gestures. The High Court of Catalonia has now imposed a one-year prison sentence, suspended due to the offender’s lack of prior convictions. He was also fined around €1,000 and banned from attending stadiums for three…

Midfielder leaves Manchester City for Turkish champions Ilkay Gündogan will continue his career in Turkey after joining Galatasaray Istanbul. The midfielder departs Manchester City and has signed a contract running until 2027, both clubs confirmed on Tuesday. “This is a proud day for me and my family. We are happy and excited to be here,” Gündogan said upon his arrival in Istanbul. He added that he hoped to settle in quickly. Retirement from Germany and career highlights The 35-year-old retired from international duty following Euro 2024. In Germany, he played for 1. FC Nürnberg and Borussia Dortmund, winning the Bundesliga…

Potential Serie A Showdown with Rowe Adrien Rabiot, the French international who was sidelined at Olympique Marseille following a violent locker room altercation, is continuing his career in Italy. The 30-year-old has signed with AC Milan on a deal running until June 30, 2028. Adding intrigue, Jonathan Rowe, the 22-year-old English U21 international involved in the same incident, is also now playing in Italy. Rowe joined FC Bologna this summer on a contract through June 2029, setting the stage for a possible Serie A confrontation. Milan and Bologna are scheduled to face each other on September 14, meaning Rabiot and…