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Roberto De Zerbi Admits Tottenham 'Not a Team Yet' Following 3-0 Defeat at Brentford
Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi conceded his revamped squad is 'not a team yet' following a 3-0 opening-weekend defeat at Brentford. Despite substantial summer investment, a completely reshuffled backline and midfield vulnerabilities left Spurs outfought and disconnected.
23 Aug 2026
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25 Aug 2026
Cole Palmer Inspires Chelsea to 3-2 Victory at Fulham Despite Lingering Goalkeeping Concerns
Cole Palmer, Joao Pedro, and Morgan Rogers scored to guide Chelsea to a 3-2 win against Fulham in their Premier League opener under Xabi Alonso. Despite the sharp offensive display, severe criticism mounted over goalkeeper Robert Sanchez's mistakes.
25 Aug 2026
Arsenal Favoured as Pundits Deliver 2026/27 Premier League Forecasts
Jamie Carragher and Gary Neville have issued their 2026/27 Premier League projections, unanimously backing Arsenal for the title. The analysts evaluated top-four qualification, critical transfers including Bruno Guimaraes and Mateus Fernandes, and potential relegation risks.
25 Aug 2026
Arsenal Weigh £130m Julian Alvarez Bid as Martinelli Nears Saudi Switch
Mikel Arteta is reportedly preparing a £130m bid for Julian Alvarez as Gabriel Martinelli nears a £55m move to Al-Hilal. Meanwhile, Chelsea have had three bids rejected for Alex Scott and Liverpool face a £70m valuation for Yankuba Minteh.
25 Aug 2026
Europa League and Conference League Draws: Dates, Format, and British Clubs Involved
The UEFA Europa League and Conference League league phase draws take place on Friday, setting up the 36-team schedules for British clubs including Bournemouth, Sunderland, and Crystal Palace. Teams will navigate the single-table format ahead of knockout rounds in early 2027.
24 Aug 2026
Carabao Cup Second-Round Draw: Nottingham Forest Face Leeds as Premier League Sides Enter
The Carabao Cup second-round draw features 11 Premier League clubs entering the competition, headlined by an all-top-flight clash between Nottingham Forest and Leeds. Other key ties include David Moyes returning to Preston with Everton and Tottenham hosting Charlton.
24 Aug 2026
European Football Roundup: Kane Claims Supercup, Gordon Debuts for Barcelona as Title Races Begin
Bayern Munich secured the Franz Beckenbauer Supercup with a 2-1 win over Borussia Dortmund featuring an opener from Nathaniel Brown. Across Europe, Barcelona and Real Madrid opened LaLiga with victories, Inter and AC Milan set the pace in Serie A, and PSG dropped points in Ligue 1.
24 Aug 2026
Premier League Title Race: Gary Neville Backs Arsenal as Man City and Liverpool Stumble
Gary Neville predicts Arsenal are clear favourites for the Premier League title as Manchester City and Liverpool undergo major managerial transitions. The pundit identified Chelsea as Arsenal's potential closest challenger due to squad depth and the absence of European football.
24 Aug 2026
Premier League Round-Up: Man City Edge Late Thriller, Brighton Dismantle Ten-Man Aston Villa
Manchester City earned a late stoppage-time win over Bournemouth in Enzo Maresca's league debut, while Newcastle drew 2-2 with Liverpool. Elsewhere, Brighton dismantled a ten-man Aston Villa side 4-0 with four first-half goals.
24 Aug 2026
Transfer Round-Up: Crystal Palace Plot £50m Jarrod Bowen Swoop as Al Hilal Target Premier League Stars
Crystal Palace are plotting a £50m bid for Jarrod Bowen, while Saudi side Al Hilal target Gabriel Martinelli and Ollie Watkins. Meanwhile, Manchester United target Alejandro Balde was omitted from Barcelona's opening LaLiga fixture.
24 Aug 2026
Newcastle United 2-2 Liverpool: Szoboszlai Penalty Rescues Point at St James' Park
Dominik Szoboszlai converted a 99th-minute penalty to secure a 2-2 draw for Liverpool against Newcastle United at St James' Park. Newcastle led twice through Anthony Elanga and Joe Willock before Cody Gakpo and Szoboszlai leveled for the visitors.
23 Aug 2026
West Bromwich Albion 3-1 Burnley: Match Report and Squad Analysis
West Bromwich Albion defeated Burnley 3-1 at The Hawthorns behind two second-half goals from Isaac Price. Burnley played without injured forward Zian Flemming as new manager Nicky Hayen suffered his first Championship defeat.