Football/Soccer 8 Hours

Last updated: September 7, 2026, 3:01 PM ET

Top Story: Amorim's Winning Run Ends in Milan Derby Draw

Ruben Amorim has called for patience after his winning run as AC Milan manager came to a halt on Sunday, with his side held to a 1-1 draw against Juventus. The result ends a perfect start for the Portuguese coach, who now must regroup his squad as the Serie A title race tightens. Meanwhile, across the league, Inter proved they are the team to beat in Serie A according to Gab Marcotti, as the defending champions continue to set the standard.

Premier League: Arsenal Statement Win, Chelsea's Woes Continue

Arsenal came from behind to record a statement 2-1 win in a vintage London derby against Chelsea at the Emirates on Sunday. The victory showcased why Mikel Arteta's side is considered the team to beat in England, but it also exposed significant issues for the visitors. Xabi Alonso said Chelsea must address their defensive frailties after the defeat took their goals conceded tally to seven in just three games this season.

Manchester United's struggles continue, as they are just three games into the new season but have already dropped points twice, most recently in a 2-2 draw with Everton. The result raises questions about whether the Red Devils remain a work in progress under their current management. Elsewhere, a new camera angle shows the ball coming off Nottingham Forest defender Neco Williams' arms as he scores his disallowed goal against Tottenham, but the footage won't end the ongoing VAR controversy. In transfer news, Chelsea showed late interest in Fulham's Sander Berge as they attempted to strengthen their midfield options before Enzo Fernandez's departure.

Ballon d'Or Race: Kane, Mbappé and the History Question

Harry Kane has said he is happy to be in contention for the Ballon d'Or and that he is "extremely proud" of his stunning goalscoring campaign last season, hoping his best season earns him the historic award. However, history suggests Ballon d'Or winners come from those who have recently lifted one of football's biggest trophies, and the question remains whether Kane can become a rare exception. Kylian Mbappé launched a passionate defence of his playing style, denying that his work-rate off the ball alongside teammate Vinícius Júnior is an issue for Real Madrid, while also talking up his Ballon d'Or hopes. The French forward says this could be a good year for him to win the award for the first time, as he targets his first Ballon d'Or at the Bernabéu.

USMNT and International News

USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino said he hasn't spoken with U.S. and AS Monaco striker Folarin Balogun about his aborted move to Everton, but plans to in the coming days to offer his support, saying the striker must find the best place to perform. The Belgian football federation said it can't support Gianni Infantino's bid for another term as FIFA president, citing transparency and governance issues and the way FIFA handled clearing Balogun in a controversial red card case. The United States lost its opening match at the U20 Women's World Cup on Sunday in Lódź, Poland, falling 2-1 to Italy, a result that leaves the Americans in an early hole in a difficult group.

MLS and NWSL Power Rankings Shake-Up

With eight goal contributions in eight games since joining the Lions, Antoine Griezmann has turned around Orlando's season and lifted them into the playoff picture in ESPN's latest MLS Power Rankings. In the NWSL, with Gotham and San Diego each suffering defeats, Washington has leaped to the top spot in the rankings.

Women's Game: Solheim Cup and WSL Opening Weekend

Mimi Rhodes is relishing the chance to fulfil a childhood dream at the Solheim Cup and is backing Anna Nordqvist to lead Team Europe to victory, declaring: "We're going to bring Solheim home!" as she prepares for her dream Europe debut in the Netherlands. Get the latest updates from Bernardus Golf as the tournament unfolds. In the Women's Super League, Alexia Putellas was outshone by Delphine Cascarino on debut, but the Spaniard remains the spine of London City's success, according to Sky Sports columnist Laura Hunter. The BBC's Women's Football Weekly podcast asks whether the league should be supporting home grown talent more.

Club News and Management Changes

Global head of football Edu has left Nottingham Forest after just over a year at the City Ground. Liverpool are seeking their fifth sporting director since 2022, with questions over who will succeed Richard Hughes and what issues they will face in the wide-ranging role. Shrewsbury Town's long-running takeover saga is set to end after an American consortium was granted approval to buy the club by the EFL. Ex-Wales captain Ashley Williams and former Swansea boss Alan Sheehan have joined Craig Bellamy's backroom staff before Wales' Nations League campaign.

European Football and Controversies

Jose Mourinho's career nosedived after he left Real Madrid in 2013, but he now has a chance at UCL redemption as he returns to the Santiago Bernabéu. Lamine Yamal scored his 50th club goal this week at 19 years and 49 days old, and his record-breaking pace invites comparison to Messi, Ronaldo, Mbappé and Haaland. Goalkeeper Ronald Koeman Jr. was on the scoresheet not once but twice for Telstar in the Dutch Eredivisie on Sunday, earning a point with late penalties. Red Star Belgrade fans unveiled a tifo of war criminal Ratko Mladic before their derby win over Partizan on Sunday, a deeply controversial act. Al Ittihad poked fun at Al Nassr captain Cristiano Ronaldo after inflicting the first defeat of the season on the Saudi Pro League defending champions, mocking him with "cheating, still losing."

Cricket, Rugby League and Other Sports

The Pakistan Cricket Board has launched an investigation into "media reports concerning discipline and conduct" amid the team's crisis tour of England. St Helens have missed out on play-off rugby for the first time after their seventh-placed finish in Super League, with questions over how success became stagnation. Wigan Warriors captain Liam Farrell says he is not sure if he will play for the club again after he announced he will retire at the end of the 2026 Super League season. The final round of the regular Betfred Super League season is here with the League Leaders' Shield and third place still to be decided in a Frantic Friday. Whatever your feelings about the 2026 Formula 1 cars, that was a cracking Italian Grand Prix, one of the very best Martin Brundle has commentated on in 30 years, with verdicts on the Antonelli fairytale and Ferrari skirmish. The 2026 NFL season gets under way with a Super Bowl rematch as defending champions Seattle Seahawks host New England Patriots on Wednesday night, with games live on Sky in Week One.

Championship and Lower Leagues

A decade ago in September 2016, Leicester City were getting ready to play in the Champions League, but they have now sunk to a new low under Russell Martin in League One, raising the question of whether he can turn it around. At the US Open, Zheng Qinwen won the first set from 5-0 down as Iga Swiatek crumbled in a stunning comeback.