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betis vs getafe: kick-off, form and team news
betis vs getafe kicks off at 1:00 PM in Seville, with Real Betis arriving in strong form and Getafe searching for steadiness after a difficult run.
Palace vs Lech Poznań: Europa League debut live
Crystal Palace’s first Europa League tie has started with pressure and early noise at Selhurst Park. Lech Poznań arrived as Poland’s nine-time champions, while Palace sought a response after a late Premier League loss to Ipswich.
Roma Held by Fenerbahce in Champions League Stalemate
AS Roma secured a point in Istanbul following a 1-1 draw against Fenerbahce in their Champions League league phase opener on September 11, 2026.
Manchester United Crush Debutant Sabah FK 4-0 in Champions League
Manchester United made a statement in their Champions League return, handing debutants Sabah FK a 4-0 defeat at Old Trafford on Friday.
AEK Athens Hosts LASK Linz in Champions League Opener
AEK Athens faces LASK Linz in their Champions League opener on Tuesday. The Greek giants aim for a home win against the history-making Austrian debutants.
AS Roma Grabs Serie A Lead as Inter Milan Stages Dramatic Comeback
AS Roma rose to the top of the Serie A standings following a narrow win over Atalanta, while Inter Milan pulled off a stunning 3-2 comeback against Napoli.
Man City Hosts Coventry in Mismatched Premier League Clash
Manchester City eyes a third straight win as they face struggling Coventry City, which remains winless and goalless in the 2026/2027 season.
Bayern Munich Clinches Bundesliga Title as European Race Heats Up
Bayern Munich has secured the 2025/26 Bundesliga title with four games to spare, shifting the league's focus to the intense battle for Champions League spots.
LAPD chief says Los Angeles needs 3,300 more officers as World Cup and Olympics loom
Los Angeles needs about 3,300 more police officers to meet basic safety demands as it prepares for the FIFA World Cup later this year and
Barcelona Clinches LaLiga Summit After 5-2 Win Against Rayo
Barcelona surged to the top of the LaLiga standings on Tuesday after a commanding 5-2 victory over Rayo Vallecano at Camp Nou.
Lionel Messi announces retirement from Argentina after World Cup final loss
Lionel Messi said on Monday he is retiring from Argentina’s national team, ending an international career that stretched across six World Cups and delivered the
Swedish Striker Jeremejeff Joins Persija After Cyrus Margono Advice
Alex Thomas Jeremejeff signs with Persija Jakarta, crediting his former Panathinaikos teammate Cyrus Margono for his decision to join the Indonesian club.
Liverpool Held to 2-2 Draw by Resilient Nottingham Forest
Liverpool maintained their unbeaten opening-day home record but were held to a 2-2 draw by a stubborn Nottingham Forest side at Anfield on Saturday.
Messi Scores But Inter Miami Falls 1-2 to Toronto FC
Lionel Messi scored in his return to Inter Miami, yet the team extended their winless streak to five matches following a 1-2 defeat against Toronto FC.
Australian schools and football clubs face a stark test as sexual assault allegations trigger questions over victim-blaming
A Sydney private school and a leading AFL club are under pressure to respond to sexual assault allegations without shifting attention away from the alleged
lens vs psg: Lens Lead 1-0 After Thauvin Goal
Lens vs psg was on edge at Stade Bollaert-Delelis, where Florian Thauvin’s first-half strike put the hosts ahead and Kyllian Antonio’s red card altered the contest before halftime.
Gençlerbirliği vs Fenerbahçe: Lineup, Form, and Live Notes
Gençlerbirliği vs Fenerbahçe arrived with BBC’s live page showing team sheets, bench changes, and form markers from both sides. The match page lists Fenerbahçe’s defensive and midfield options, while Gençlerbirliği’s setup features Egribayat, Goutas, Diabate, Koita, and others in the starting XI.
milan vs man united ends 4-2 in Wroclaw
milan vs man united finished 4-2 in Wroclaw as AC Milan came from behind twice to beat Manchester United in pre-season. Michael Carrick said there were “no excuses” after the loss, while Marcus Rashford returned in United colors for the first time since December 2024.
Fulham vs VfB Stuttgart: preview, watch guide, opposition
Fulham vs VfB Stuttgart is billed as the final rehearsal for Alvaro Arbeloa, with the club’s matchday preview also pointing supporters to how to watch and what to expect from the German side.
Sheffield United vs Birmingham: Kickoff, form, key stats
Sheffield United vs Birmingham opens the Championship season at Bramall Lane on Saturday, with Birmingham arriving top of the table and Sheffield United looking to reset after a rough opening-day record. Here’s the kickoff time, the recent head-to-head, and the numbers that matter.
sturm graz vs fenerbahçe: Qualifying Tie Carries Big Stakes
Sturm Graz host Fenerbahçe on August 11 at Merkur Arena in the third qualifying round, with one place in the Champions League group stage on the line. Sturm arrive after a 6-0 aggregate win over Hearts, while Fenerbahçe face injury issues and an uncertain lineup.
Everton vs Newcastle: Toffees win 3-1 at Murrayfield
Everton beat Newcastle 3-1 in a pre-season friendly at Murrayfield, with Thierno Barry, Iliman Ndiaye and Tyrique George scoring. Jarrad Branthwaite missed the match as Everton managed his return from a hamstring injury, while Newcastle were left with concerns ahead of their Premier League opener.
Santos vs Macará: Arão seals 2-1 first-leg win
Santos beat Macará 2-1 in the first leg of their Copa Sudamericana round of 16 tie on August 13, 2026, with Willian Arão scoring the late winner after Gabriel Barbosa and Franco Posse traded early goals.
diriyah vs al-ahli: Pusic’s first XI and live score
Al-Ahli coach Marino Pusic has leaned on two new signings and a backup goalkeeper for diriyah vs al-ahli in the Saudi Roshn League opener at Al-Awwal Park. ESPN’s live match page showed Al-Ahli ahead after Eduard Spertsyan struck in the 25th minute.