Football/Soccer 8-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: October 5, 2026, 6:13 AM ET
National Team Updates
France head coach Zinedine Zidane has said he will make some smart changes when Belgium visit next. The squad looks to build momentum ahead of the international break. Meanwhile, Italy head coach Roberto Mancini said "there's too much anxiety around at the moment" regarding his team's performances. The Azzurri will need to calm nerves ahead of upcoming fixtures.
Club Football
Arsenal head coach Renee Slegers has said she is "full of energy" to continue learning after the loss to Man City. The Gunners will look to bounce back in the league. In contrast, Manchester City cruised past Wolves 3-0 at the Etihad, with Erling Haaland netting a brace to move top of the golden-boot race.
Injury Concerns
Erling Haaland has an injury question looming over him after asking to be subbed. The Manchester City striker will be a doubt for the next round. Meanwhile, rising star Cavan Sullivan became the youngest scorer in United States men's national team history with a stunner in the win vs. Mexico.
International Results
Greece are level on points with Nations League Group A2 leaders the Netherlands after frustrating Klopp's Germany in a goalless draw. Northern Ireland kept a clean sheet in their third Nations League game, remaining the only side yet to concede in the competition.