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Liverpool manager Arne Slot has defended Alexander Isak after the striker went on strike at Newcastle United to force a transfer, insisting that a similar scenario would not occur at Anfield. Isak completed a British-record £125m move to Liverpool on deadline day and could make his debut against Burnley, though he is unlikely to start due to missing pre-season and the first three games of the season after refusing to train at Newcastle. The player cited broken promises as the reason for his strike. Slot downplayed the incident, emphasizing Liverpool’s approach to player transfers: “It’s not necessary at our club,…

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…

Altay Bayindir will start in goal for Manchester United against Manchester City on Sunday. Coach Ruben Amorim believes new signing Senne Lammens could become first choice for years. United paid £18.1 million for Lammens from Royal Antwerp on deadline day. The club passed on Emi Martinez, who wanted to leave Aston Villa. Andre Onana has left on loan to Trabzonspor, raising questions over the goalkeeping role at Old Trafford. Bayindir keeps faith despite mistakes Bayindir has played all three Premier League games this season but made errors against Arsenal and Burnley. Amorim confirmed he will start at the Etihad. The…

Chelsea striker Liam Delap could miss action until December after injuring his hamstring against Fulham. Delap left the pitch just 14 minutes into the 2-0 win, with manager Enzo Maresca confirming a 10–12 week absence. The club hopes the 22-year-old returns in November, boosting their squad for the busy festive period. Delap avoided surgery and has started all three games for Chelsea this season after joining from Ipswich for £30m in June. Chelsea Adjusts Striking Options Chelsea recalled striker Marc Guiu from Sunderland the day after Delap’s injury to provide cover. Nicolas Jackson departed for Bayern Munich for £70.5m the…

Wayne Rooney has experienced some of the most memorable Manchester derbies, both triumphant and painful. He even celebrated with opposition players after one of the worst defeats in Sir Alex Ferguson’s era. Rooney shared the story with former City winger Shaun Wright-Phillips on his podcast, The Wayne Rooney Show. City will host United on Sunday at 16:30 BST in their first game since the international break. Fans can watch the show on Sport YouTube and iPlayer or listen on streaming platforms. get me off this pitch One of the most shocking derbies came in October 2011, when City defeated United…

Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana joined Trabzonspor on loan for the 2025-26 season. The Cameroon international moved before Turkey’s transfer window closes Friday. Onana did not play in United’s first three Premier League matches this season. United Sends Off Onana United announced the loan and wished Onana good luck, pending international clearance and registration. He only appeared in United’s Carabao Cup upset against League Two side Grimsby. Background and Squad Impact United signed Onana from Inter Milan in July 2023 for £47.2m to replace David de Gea. He made 102 appearances and helped United win the 2024 FA Cup. Mistakes…

Uefa postponed a ruling on allowing domestic league matches to be held overseas and promised a full stakeholder consultation.The move affects plans for Villarreal vs. Barcelona in the US and Milan vs. Como in Australia this season.The executive committee emphasized the need to consider all perspectives, including fans, before reaching a final decision.Supporters’ groups have strongly opposed the proposals, citing threats to sporting integrity and club traditions.Football Supporters Europe welcomed Uefa’s consultation, praising the recognition of fan opposition across the continent.The governing body stated no decision was taken Thursday, leaving the possibility of overseas fixtures open.Uefa’s next executive committee meeting…

Former Leicester striker Jamie Vardy says “age is just a number” as he begins a new chapter with Italian side Cremonese. The 38-year-old, regarded as one of Leicester’s greatest players, left the club after 13 years. During his spell, he scored 200 goals in 500 appearances and played a pivotal role in their Premier League title-winning 2015-16 season, scoring 24 goals that year. A new challenge in Serie A Vardy signed with newly-promoted Serie A side Cremonese on a free transfer earlier this month. He could make his debut against Verona on Monday. When asked if he and other veterans,…

Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen signed with Wolfsburg after leaving Manchester United at the season’s end. He agreed to a contract running until summer 2027 with the Bundesliga club. Career Highlights Eriksen made 107 appearances for United, scoring eight goals over three seasons. He helped Manchester United win the Carabao Cup in 2023 and the FA Cup in 2024. Eriksen’s Thoughts on Move Eriksen said Wolfsburg is his first Bundesliga club and he looks forward to the new challenge. He praised Wolfsburg manager Paul Simonis for having a clear vision for the team and himself. Eriksen added the presence of Danish…