Last updated: September 11, 2026, 6:06 AM ET
Premier League: Spurs Under Pressure
Tottenham's winless and goalless start to the Premier League season has raised serious questions about the club's £332M summer outlay, with big-spending Spurs still searching for a first goal and a first victory after three matches. Summer signing Matheus Fernandes remains convinced he has joined a squad set to fight for trophies, crediting head coach Roberto De Zerbi as the key factor in his decision to move to north London. The club is also locked in a dispute with forward Richarlison over the remaining nine months of his contract situation, with Everton monitoring developments ahead of a possible exit. Paul Merson believes Tottenham, Manchester City and Manchester United all face defining matches this weekend despite the season being in its early stages.
Manchester United's Champions League Return
Manchester United marked their long-awaited return to the Champions League with a comprehensive 4-0 victory against debutants Sabah FK, with Michael Carrick hailing it as a perfect night for the club. Benjamin Šeško's form has given Carrick a selection dilemma ahead of Sunday's Manchester derby, with the striker scoring in consecutive games and offering a different attacking threat. BBC Sport notes that Šeško's return to the starting line-up is well timed ahead of the Premier League encounter with Manchester City. In youth news, 15-year-old prospect JJ Gabriel marked his UEFA Youth League debut with a hat trick against Sabah. Meanwhile, ESPN's panel of Mark Ogden, Gab Marcotti, Rob Dawson and Sam Tighe examined Matchday 1 talking points, including José Mourinho's blueprint for winning the competition.
Champions League Matchday 1 Drama
Fenerbahce coach Ismail Kartal announced his shock resignation minutes after the Turkish side's 1-1 draw with Roma in the Champions League, but club president Aziz Yildirim rejected the resignation and said the coach remains in his position. The dramatic turn of events headlined a chaotic Thursday slate that also saw Como mark its Champions League debut with a 4-2 win over RB Leipzig under Cesc Fabregas. Sergiño Dest scored his first UEFA Champions League goal in six years to earn PSV Eindhoven a 1-1 draw with Shakhtar Donetsk. Live coverage of the Roma-Fenerbahce and PSV-Shakhtar fixtures ended all square, with both matches finishing level. Arsenal's Martin Ødegaard delivered the decisive goal in a win over Napoli, underlining his importance to the Gunners' Champions League ambitions. Alexis Mac Allister responded to his contract disappointment with the winning goal in Liverpool's 2-1 victory against Atlético Madrid. BBC Sport also explained why Thursday games are taking place in the competition this season.
Transfer News and Rumours
Arsenal midfielder Martín Zubimendi could reportedly leave the club during the winter transfer window, with Chelsea and Real Madrid both keen on the Spain international. Sky Sports reports that Zubimendi may push to leave Arsenal as the January window approaches. ESPN's Transfer Talk adds that the midfielder could depart in January, with Manchester United and Tottenham among the clubs monitoring the situation. Rangers defender Souttar is set for a switch to Greece, with Hibernian pair also lined up for loans to a Championship club. Leeds United managing director Robbie Evans says the club and boss Daniel Farke are "on the same page" as they look to agree a new contract, expressing a desire to keep the German long-term. Leeds forward Noah Okafor says he will not play for Switzerland again while Murat Yakin remains head coach.
Barcelona and LaLiga Finances
Barcelona's squad spending limit has risen by almost €150M ($174M) to €582M ($676M), LaLiga announced, though the figure remains well below Madrid's limit. Sporting director Deco explained that the club signed Anthony Gordon over Marcus Rashford because the England winger fits the system of Hansi Flick better. BBC Sport confirmed that Barcelona chose Gordon over Rashford as they strengthened their squad in the summer window. Elsewhere, Jamal Musiala celebrated his first goal of the season for Bayern Munich by pointing to his head, weeks after dealing with seizures on the field. Carlo Ancelotti started his overhaul of Brazil's national team by announcing a new-look squad with few of the players he took to the World Cup three months ago.
International and Federation News
The French Football Federation has withdrawn support for Gianni Infantino's bid to be re-elected as FIFA president next year, with French football leaders proposing ways to transform how FIFA is run. FIFA denied reports that Morocco has been chosen to host the 2030 World Cup final, saying the decision between Morocco and Spain will be made "in due course." West Ham and Mexico midfielder Edson Álvarez has categorically denied an accusation that he was involved in an alleged kidnapping. Rafael Marquez wants to take Mexico to another level after assuming the role of manager, building on the foundation established during the 2026 World Cup.
Scottish Football
Derek McInnes is encouraged by the growing spirit at Rangers before a double-header with Celtic in the League Cup and Scottish Premiership, believing a real bond can drive the club to success. McInnes wants Rangers to "bring the crowd with us" in Sunday's Old Firm clash at Ibrox. Hearts head coach Wouter Vrancken insists his side must be above emotions as big favourites against Stenhousemuir at Ochilview in the Premier Sports Cup quarter-finals. The Scottish football podcast previewed the League Cup quarter-finals, asking whether Stenhousemuir can stun Hearts and whether Rangers can finally deliver against Celtic. Livingston manager David Martindale admits to missing coaching but is "crystal clear" that his return to the dugout is only temporary.
EFL and English Football
BBC Sport has identified five key talking points ahead of the weekend's Championship, League One and League Two action, with the new season described as just like riding a bike. Doncaster Rovers boss Grant McCann revealed he was diagnosed with skin cancer last year but is "ok now." Portsmouth boss John Mousinho is "absolutely furious" over the position he says he was put in regarding an incident involving Bielik and a fan. Gainsborough Trinity have condemned a person who has been approaching players while falsely claiming to be their manager. Newcastle United head coach Matthias Jaissle questioned why he was booked for his behaviour after feeling other animated managers were not. Former Newcastle winger Allan Saint-Maximin said he felt it was important to speak out after his children were racially abused earlier this year in Mexico.
Premier League Festive Fixtures
The Premier League will stage seven matches on Boxing Day this year, a significant increase on last year. A total of 29 matches will be available to watch live on Sky Sports between Boxing Day and January 7 as part of a bumper festive period. BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explained why the Christmas fixtures have been announced more than a month earlier than scheduled.
Arsenal and Managerial News
Mikel Arteta is believed to be close to finalising a new contract with Premier League champions Arsenal. Arsenal's Kyra Cooney-Cross is preparing to play at Emirates Stadium for the first time since losing her mum Jess to cancer, explaining how she has been facing her bereavement "one day at a time." Mauricio Pochettino has claimed Tottenham should be awarded the Premier League title from the 2016-17 campaign, arguing that the title should be Spurs' rather than Chelsea's. BBC Sport examined whether Pochettino has a case for a retrospective review of that season. Chris Sutton takes on Dorking Wanderers manager Marc White with his weekend predictions for the Premier League fixtures, while Sky Sports tipster Lewis Jones provides his betting insight across the weekend action.
FPL and Analysis
BBC Sport FPL expert Holly Shand looked at the biggest dilemmas facing managers heading into gameweek four, including whether to captain Erling Haaland or a Chelsea player. ESPN examined whether Haaland is now the Premier League's only global superstar after a summer of clubs signing depth over singular talent. Sky Sports profiled Chelsea's rising duo Cole Palmer and Morgan Rogers, who are helping each other thrive at Stamford Bridge. Brighton head coach Fabian Hurzeler said his side has upset the establishment and now must win something. ESPN profiled SV Elversberg's remarkable ascent to the Bundesliga, noting the club dislikes "fairytale" comparisons despite beating Bayer Leverkusen already this season.
Ballon d'Or and Awards
The 2026 Ballon d'Or short lists are out, with ESPN detailing who could win the biggest individual prizes in men's and women's soccer. BBC Sport covered the Ballon d'Or shortlist, the dominance of Spanish coaches and a shock resignation in the football world.
US Open Tennis
Elena Rybakina silenced Coco Gauff and the New York crowd to set up a blockbuster US Open final against Aryna Sabalenka, who defeated Jessica Pegula to move a win away from the title in a thrilling semifinal. Ben Shelton and Frances Tiafoe continued their quest to become the first American men's Grand Slam champion since Andy Roddick's 2003 triumph, with the US Open reaching its semifinals. US Open chief Craig Tiley told Sky Sports Tennis he plans on keeping two matches during the day and two at night at Flushing Meadows in 2027, calling it a great sporting ticket.
Golf: Solheim Cup
The Solheim Cup is underway with live coverage as Charley Hull struggled alongside Woad while Nelly Korda and Allisen Corpuz moved ahead for the United States, with the Americans preparing for the weekend matches.
Boxing
Conor Benn and Ryan Garcia resumed their heated war of words while Teofimo Lopez posed as a reporter with a fake beard during a bizarre final press conference in Las Vegas, with Benn declaring he's not here for a cuddle.
NFL
Brock Purdy threw three touchdown passes as the San Francisco 49ers dominated the Los Angeles Rams 27-7 in the first ever NFL regular-season game in Australia, with 100,000 fans attending the historic Melbourne fixture. Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts enters the 2026 NFL season facing more question marks than ever before, with Sky Sports NFL's Neil Reynolds examining whether the polarising quarterback can win over his critics.
Formula 1
George Russell insists he does "have an answer" to Kimi Antonelli's pace but admits he will need good fortune to catch his Mercedes team-mate at the top of the Drivers' Championship, saying he has an answer to the pace. Max Verstappen says the new Madring F1 circuit is "probably a car killer" with several drivers expecting a disruptive Spanish Grand Prix weekend, describing the venue as a car killer. Charles Leclerc admitted "I didn't behave the way I should have" when racing Ferrari team-mate Lewis Hamilton at the opening lap of the Italian Grand Prix, taking the blame for the clash after talks with the team.
Cricket
England are closing in on the most emphatic of series sweeps of Pakistan after reducing the visitors to 52-2, still 268 runs behind, before rain ended play early on day two of the third Test at Edgbaston, with England closing in on a sweep. Joe Root's susceptibility to lbw and England's failure to convert starts into centuries are the only blots on an improved post-Bazball batting display, according to Nasser Hussain's assessment of the batting. Craig Overton and Jack Leach combined to inflict a 377-run thrashing on Leicestershire and keep Somerset top of the Rothesay County Championship with only two more rounds to go, a crushing win that preserves their title charge.
Racing
Caballo De Mar locks horns with Queenstown in the Doncaster Cup, with the race live on Sky Sports Racing. Ambassador Hollie Doyle gives her verdict on the action from Town Moor, providing her take on the Doncaster Cup and believing Queenstown is the one to beat. Musical Times burst into next year's Classic picture with a wide-margin victory in the Betfred May Hill Stakes at Doncaster, installed at 6/1 for the 1000 Guineas. First-time headgear worked the oracle for Owen Burrows' Waardah, who ran out an ultimately impressive winner of the Betfred Park Hill Stakes at Doncaster, with the headgear impressing in the victory.
Rugby League
York Knights finished their maiden Super League season with a 35-16 thrashing of bottom club Bradford at the LNER Community Stadium, where Paul Vaughan slotted over a late drop goal on his farewell appearance, ending their debut campaign on a high.
Women's Football
Tanzanian striker Clara Luvanga has joined Washington Spirit from Al-Nassr in a deal believed to be one of the most costly in the history of women's football, with the record deal potentially setting a world record. Racing Louisville has few fans, its best players want to leave, and there's no improvement in sight, raising questions about whether a sale or relocation is next for the NWSL club.
MLS
Inter Miami and Lionel Messi rallied from a goal down at Soldier Field in Chicago for a 1-1 draw against Robert Lewandowski and the Fire in front of 63,094 fans, besting the club's attendance record in a dramatic comeback.
Other Football News
The trial of Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, the driver involved in the crash that injured boxer Anthony Joshua and killed two members of his team, has been adjourned until November 17. BBC Sport's daily quizzes allow fans to test their ball knowledge against Who Am I?, Five in Five and Brainteaser, with the daily quizzes available now. ESPN examined what success looks like for Manchester United's Champions League return after their long absence from the competition.