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Canadiens Recall David Reinbacher as Defence Deals With Injuries
The Montreal Canadiens recalled defenceman David Reinbacher from the Laval Rocket ahead of the second game of a back-to-back against the Washington Capitals. The team said he would not play Wednesday. Montreal had six defenders available after Mike Matheson missed Tuesday’s game with a lower-body injury listed as day-to-day; Noah Dobson also left briefly after taking a puck to the face before returning.
Liverpool Start Three Academy Players Against LASK in Champions League
Liverpool named its lineup for the Champions League match against LASK at Raiffeisen Arena, with Kostas Tsimikas wearing the captain’s armband. Jeremie Frimpong, Trey Nyoni and Rio Ngumoha also start, while Virgil van Dijk and Alexis Mac Allister are among the players left out of the starting side. Manager Andoni Iraola said he trusts the young academy players.
Sabah FK Beats Slavia Prague 2-0 for First Champions League Win
Sabah FK earned its first Champions League victory by beating Slavia Prague 2-0 in Baku on October 13, 2026. Kaheem Parris opened the scoring early in the second half, and Joy-Lance Mickels sealed the result late after the Slavia goalkeeper misjudged a high ball. The win gave the Azerbaijani club its first three points in the league phase after a 4-0 opening defeat to Manchester United.
Martinez Questions Man United Transfers After Atletico Loss
Lisandro Martinez questioned Manchester United’s recruitment after a 2-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid in the Champions League. Pablo Barrios scored in the opening minute, and Ademola Lookman added a second after halftime. The loss extended United’s winless run to five matches across all competitions, with three defeats and two draws. Martinez said the club needed more players to compete with teams that had strengthened their squads.
Flyers’ Travis Konecny Linked to Oilers Amid Trade Speculation
Travis Konecny has been linked to the Edmonton Oilers as the Philadelphia Flyers struggle early in the 2026-27 NHL season. The right winger has a no-trade clause in an eight-year, $70 million contract, and Edmonton is reported to need a right-shot forward for its top six. Konecny recorded three points this season and had 68 points in 77 games in 2025-26.
Arsenal Beat Lille 3-0 After Three Goals in Seven Minutes
Arsenal beat Lille 3-0 at the Emirates Stadium after scoring three goals in a short spell in the second half. Jurrien Timber opened the scoring in the 64th minute, followed by Eze and Bukayo Saka, though the available source does not give the latest league-phase standings for either side.
Atlético Beat Man United 2-0 as Martinez Criticizes Transfers
Atlético Madrid beat Manchester United 2-0 in their Champions League match in Madrid, with goals from Barrios and Lookman. A goal by Cardoso was ruled out by VAR, while United’s late red card for Leny Yoro added to a difficult night. After the match, Lisandro Martinez criticized the club’s summer transfer business and called for a stronger squad.
Matthew Stafford’s Wife Shares Pregame Kiss Before Rams-Bills
Matthew Stafford paused his warmups at SoFi Stadium to kiss his wife, Kelly, and greet his daughters before the Rams faced the Bills. The family posed together before he returned to his teammates. Stafford later threw for 383 yards and three touchdowns, but the Rams lost in overtime, according to a report by Yahoo Sports.
Gamba Osaka Beats Newcastle Jets 3-1 in Asian Champions League
Gamba Osaka rallied from a first-half deficit to beat Newcastle Jets 3-1 in the AFC Champions League Elite on October 13, 2026. Nikos Vergos put the Australian hosts ahead before Yusei Toshida equalized. Deniz Hümmet and Welton Felipe scored after the break, lifting Gamba from second place after it began the match with three points, while Newcastle remained in 16th without a point.
Nick Blakey Trade Gets North Melbourne Backing Amid Hotel Probe
Nick Blakey has apologised for his involvement in the Pullman Hotel scandal after completing a move from Sydney to North Melbourne. Kangaroos list boss Brady Rawlings said the club was comfortable with its process and had board support. The trade was North Melbourne’s first deal of the day; the source says the players’ club-imposed ban was separate from an ongoing police investigation, with no charges laid.
Aprilia May Use Team Orders in MotoGP’s Final Two Races
Aprilia says it will let its riders race freely for now, despite Jorge Martin holding a narrow lead over Marc Marquez in the MotoGP title fight. CEO Massimo Rivola said team orders could be considered for the final two rounds if only one Aprilia rider remains mathematically capable of winning the championship. Five races remain, with the next round scheduled in Australia in two weeks.
Georgia Rises to No. 1 After 20-17 Road Win at Alabama
Georgia moved to the top of the AP Top 25 after beating Alabama 20-17, while Texas fell to No. 7 after losing to Oklahoma. Notre Dame climbed to No. 2, and Oregon dropped out of the poll after a home defeat to UCLA. The latest rankings also set up several top-10 matchups, including Notre Dame at BYU and Ohio State at Indiana.
Ronaldo Scores as Al Nassr Beats Neftchi 3-1 in Riyadh
Cristiano Ronaldo scored as Al Nassr beat Neftchi Fergana 3-1 in Riyadh, responding to a 4-0 opening defeat in the AFC Champions League Elite. The match was delayed by more than 15 minutes after an announcement about the interception of a ballistic missile heading toward the city. Neftchi’s Alisher Odilov had pulled a goal back before Ikrom Alivaev was sent off in the second half.
Chicago Marathon Coverage Begins at 6:30 a.m. Sunday on NBC 5, Telemundo
The 2026 Chicago Marathon coverage starts at 6:30 a.m. Sunday, with live race coverage beginning at 7 a.m. CT. NBC 5 and Telemundo Chicago will broadcast the event, while their websites and apps offer streaming. An exclusive finish-line camera will be available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for viewers following runners on Columbus Drive.
Zak Butters Considered Revealing Bulldogs Move Before Final Season at Port Adelaide
The supplied AFL report focuses on Zak Butters’ move from Port Adelaide to the Western Bulldogs, not Keidean Coleman. Butters said he had considered announcing his plans during his final season at the Power, but felt the AFL system was not ready for that approach. He joined the Bulldogs as a free agent on a nine-year deal worth $2 million a season.
Kyler Murray’s 54 Rushing Yards Help Vikings Beat Saints 23-13
Kyler Murray ran for 54 yards and completed 24 of 30 passes as Minnesota beat New Orleans 23-13 to remain unbeaten in five games. The quarterback scrambled seven times, converted three third downs with his legs and threw a touchdown to Justin Jefferson, despite the Vikings playing most of the game without four injured offensive starters.
Texans Trade Marvin Harrison Jr. to Reunite Him With C.J. Stroud
The Cardinals have traded wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. to the Houston Texans for two picks in the 2027 draft, while Houston also receives a seventh-round selection. The move reunites Harrison with quarterback C.J. Stroud, his former Ohio State teammate. Arizona coach Mike LaFleur said the deal was made in the club’s best interest; Harrison had five catches for 85 yards and a touchdown this season.
Verstappen Says Kelly Piquet Understands Demands of Racing Schedule
Max Verstappen says Kelly Piquet understands how busy he is on the track and does not object to his extra racing plans. The Red Bull driver also spoke about spending time with his father, Jos, after his first F1 win of the 2026 season, as he tries to balance racing with family time.
Manchester City Fans Revive 1980s Inflatable Banana Tradition at Anfield
Manchester City supporters brought inflatable bananas to Anfield, reviving a tradition that began in the 1980s. The display came as the club returned to action after an independent commission found it guilty of breaching financial fair play rules. City say they are innocent and will appeal. The gesture offered fans a familiar way to express their support amid anger and scrutiny around the verdict.
Hull vs Everton Ends 2-2 as Belloumi Rescues Hull Late
Hull came from behind twice to draw 2-2 with Everton after Mohamed Belloumi scored in the 74th minute. Everton had led through Brennan Johnson and later Thierno Barry, while Jaden Philogene Gelhardt and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall scored for Hull. Everton manager David Moyes said he was frustrated by his side’s performance and missed chances.
MotoGP™ Warm Up at Indonesia GP Sets Up Mandalika Race
MotoGP’s warm-up at the Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia gave riders a final chance to check their bikes and adjust settings at Mandalika before the main event. The session video was published on October 11, alongside coverage of the race day and a rider parade that drew fans to the circuit.
Moto3 Mandalika Highlights Feature Key Race Battles on MotoGP.com
MotoGP.com has published highlights of the Moto3 showdown at Mandalika, featuring the biggest battles, bold moves and key moments from the Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia. The video page is dated October 11, 2026, and sits among coverage of the race weekend, including MotoGP highlights and rider reactions.
Inter Miami vs. D.C. United: Messi Returns as Miami Seeks Win
Inter Miami hosts D.C. United at Nu Stadium on Oct. 11, looking to end a five-game winless run and protect its place near the top of the Eastern Conference. Lionel Messi has returned to training after Argentina duty, but his availability is unconfirmed. Miami has gone unbeaten in its past five meetings with D.C. United, while both sides need points for their playoff ambitions.
Niko Price Gets UFC Farewell Fight Against Leon Shahbazyan at UFC Vegas 122
Niko Price will return from retirement to face Leon Shahbazyan on the UFC Vegas 122 prelims at Meta Apex in Las Vegas. Price says UFC matchmaker Sean Shelby offered him a proper farewell after his planned retirement in Seattle received little attention. The veteran says this is intended to be his final bout, though he left open a narrow exception for a special offer.