Author: Lester Holt

Munich/London, August 30, 2025 — Chelsea have informed Bayern Munich that they intend to pull the plug on the agreed loan move for striker Nicolas Jackson, according to a report from The Athletic. The decision follows an injury to Chelsea forward Liam Delap, who picked up a knock in Saturday’s 2-0 home win over Fulham and is expected to be sidelined for up to eight weeks. Chelsea Reconsiders Agreement Jackson had already traveled to Munich to undergo his medical with Bayern when Chelsea called him back to London. The decision was made on Saturday afternoon after discussions between Chelsea’s sporting…

Augsburg, August 30, 2025 — Bayern Munich continued their perfect start to the new Bundesliga season with a 3-2 (2-0) away win at FC Augsburg, but the champions were made to sweat until the final whistle. Vincent Kompany’s side secured their fourth straight victory in all competitions, though fresh transfer drama cast a shadow over the result. Turbulence Before Kickoff Just hours before the match, reports emerged that Chelsea had pulled out of an agreed loan deal for striker Nicolas Jackson. The Premier League club is said to have reversed its decision following the injury of forward Liam Delap. For…

New Striker for Dortmund Borussia Dortmund has secured Fabio Silva from Wolverhampton to strengthen their attacking options. The transfer fee is reported at €22.5 million, with potential add-ons of up to €4 million. Transfer Details Silva is scheduled to arrive in Dortmund on Thursday, with his medical expected within the next 24 hours. The 22-year-old Portuguese striker aims to make his debut on Sunday against Union Berlin. Career So Far During his time at Wolverhampton, Silva played 72 matches, scoring five goals and providing six assists. With this move, he begins a new chapter in his career at Borussia Dortmund.

Moore’s Dramatic Winner Wrexham advanced to the Carabao Cup third round for the first time since 1981, defeating Preston North End 3–2 in a dramatic encounter. Kieffer Moore came off the bench to score a stoppage-time goal, capitalizing on a mistake by Preston goalkeeper Jack Walton to secure the win. Historic Achievement for Wrexham This victory marks a historic achievement for Wrexham, highlighting their progress and ambition in English football. The team’s performance has been a source of pride for their supporters, who celebrated the club’s advancement in the competition. Looking Ahead Wrexham will now look forward to their next…

Wolves Stage Dramatic Comeback Wolverhampton Wanderers secured a thrilling 3–2 victory over West Ham United in the Carabao Cup second round on August 26, 2025. Despite trailing 1–2 with just eight minutes remaining, Wolves mounted a stunning comeback with two quick-fire goals from Jørgen Strand Larsen, propelling them into the third round. West Ham’s Late Collapse West Ham had initially taken the lead through Tomas Souček and Lucas Paquetá, but their advantage slipped away as Wolves capitalized on defensive lapses. The defeat marks a significant blow for West Ham, who have now exited the competition earlier than expected. Wolves’ First…

Agreement Reached With the Goalkeeper Transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano reports that Gianluigi Donnarumma is on the brink of joining Manchester City. The 26-year-old has agreed terms with the Premier League champions and is preparing to bring his time at Paris Saint-Germain to an end. The final step is for City and PSG to reach a deal on the transfer. Ederson’s Exit Clears the Way Before Donnarumma’s arrival can be finalized, City are working on the departure of their current first-choice goalkeeper. Ederson is said to be in advanced negotiations with Galatasaray, and his move appears to be imminent. City Looking…

Vancouver. – A late strike from Thomas Müller sparked wild celebrations in Canada. In the 114th minute, the veteran converted a penalty to seal a 3-2 victory for the Vancouver Whitecaps over St. Louis City SC on Sunday. It was his first-ever competitive goal for a club other than Bayern Munich – a historic milestone for the 35-year-old. “Scoring in front of these fans was simply fantastic,” Müller said afterwards. Wearing the captain’s armband, he led by example from the start and capped his performance with the decisive goal. A dramatic encounter The match was full of twists: Vancouver twice…

Chukwuemeka close to return – Anselmino deal still uncertain Borussia Dortmund are on the brink of bringing back a key target – and could even unveil two new signings at once. The move for Carney Chukwuemeka is in its final stages. According to SPORT1, the Chelsea midfielder is set to fly from England to the Ruhr region on Sunday evening. The 20-year-old, who previously spent half a season on loan at BVB, is expected to land in Paderborn on a private jet – a common practice in Dortmund’s transfer dealings. However, the flight could also be redirected to Dortmund at…

Dominant Start to the Season The 63rd Bundesliga season kicked off with a one-sided clash as FC Bayern Munich thrashed RB Leipzig 6:0 in Hollywood, Florida. Harry Kane was the star, scoring a hat-trick to seal a comprehensive victory. Pre-Match Context Before the opening game, Bayern were clear favorites. Historically, in 23 Bundesliga season openers since 2002/03 featuring the reigning champion against a challenger, the champion has won 18 times, drawn five, and never lost. Bayern coach Vincent Kompany fielded the same lineup as in their 2:1 Supercup win over VfB Stuttgart, while Leipzig made two changes from their DFB-Pokal…

Brazilian Goalkeeper Fábio Becomes the Most Capped Player in History The man with the most professional football appearances is Fábio, the 44-year-old goalkeeper for Fluminense. According to his club, Fluminense, the Brazilian shot-stopper has become the world’s record-holder for appearances. Fábio played his 1,391st match in the Copa Sudamericana round of 16—the South American equivalent of the Europa League—surpassing England’s legendary keeper Peter Shilton. In Fluminense’s 2-0 victory over América de Cali at Maracanã Stadium, Fábio celebrated the milestone with a clean sheet. “It’s official: Fábio is now the player with the most matches in football history,” the Rio de…