Last updated: September 10, 2026, 9:31 PM ET
Champions League Matchday 1 Drama
Jamal Musiala marked his return to the Bayern Munich lineup with his first goal of the season, celebrating by pointing to his head after previously dealing with seizures on the field. Sergiño Dest scored his first UEFA Champions League goal in six years to rescue a 1-1 draw for PSV Eindhoven against Shakhtar Donetsk. Cesc Fabregas enjoyed a dream Champions League debut as manager, with Como marking their first appearance in the competition by routing RB Leipzig 4-2 at home on Thursday. Manchester United's long-awaited return to the Champions League began in emphatic fashion, as Michael Carrick's side cruised to a comprehensive 4-0 victory against minnows Sabah FK. The matchday also produced plenty of talking points, with Mark Ogden, Gab Marcotti, Rob Dawson and Sam Tighe weighing in on all the moments that mattered, including Jose Mourinho's blueprint for winning the competition.
Premier League & Transfer News
Benjamin Sesko has given Manchester United a different attacking threat with two goals in two games, and his return to the starting lineup is well timed ahead of Sunday's Premier League encounter with Manchester City. The Ballon d'Or shortlist has been released, alongside discussion of the dominance of Spanish coaches and a shock resignation in the football world. Arsenal midfielder Martín Zubimendi may push to leave the club during the winter transfer window, according to Friday's newspapers. Fenerbahce were left stunned as head coach Ismail Kartal resigned minutes after the Turkish side's 1-1 draw with Roma in the Champions League. Arsenal are reportedly bracing for Zubimendi's potential January departure, while Manchester United and Tottenham are among the clubs eyeing Club Brugge striker Tresoldi.
US Open Tennis
US Open chief Craig Tiley has told Sky Sports Tennis he plans on keeping two matches during the day and two at night at Flushing Meadows in 2027, calling the format a great sporting ticket. Ben Shelton and Frances Tiafoe continue their quest to become the first American men's Grand Slam champion since Andy Roddick's 2003 triumph, with the US Open reaching its semifinal stage. Alexander Zverev took another big step towards a second Grand Slam title by beating Dutchman Botic van de Zandschulp 6-2 7-5 6-1 to reach the US Open semifinals.
Youth & International Football
Manchester United talent JJ Gabriel marked his UEFA Youth League debut with a hat trick against Sabah aged just. Rafael Marquez wants to take Mexico to another level after assuming the role of manager, using the foundation established during the 2026 World Cup to keep improving and grow the team's identity. Barcelona's squad spending limit has risen by almost €150 million ($174m) to €582m ($676m), LaLiga announced, though it remains well below Madrid's. Chelsea and Real Madrid are keen on Arsenal's Zubimendi, while Mauro Icardi is open to Everton as the Toffees play down a move for Anthony Martial. Roma-Fenerbahce and PSV-Shakhtar both ended all square in the Champions League live coverage on Thursday.
Club Disputes & Managerial News
Tottenham and forward Richarlison are in a dispute over contract terms regarding the remaining nine months on his deal. BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on Dorking Wanderers manager Marc White, plus the BBC readers and AI, with his predictions for this weekend's Premier League fixtures. Barcelona sporting director Deco said the club signed Anthony Gordon over Marcus Rashford because he fits the team's style of play better. The French Football Federation has withdrawn support for Gianni Infantino's bid to be re-elected as FIFA president next year.
Brazil & MLS
Carlo Ancelotti started his complete overhaul of Brazil's national team by announcing a squad with few of the players he took to the World Cup three months ago and several young talents. 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 home attendance record. The 2026 Ballon d'Or short lists are out, revealing who could win the biggest individual prizes in men's and women's soccer.
Premier League Controversies & Analysis
Mauricio Pochettino has claimed Tottenham should be awarded the Premier League title from the 2016-17 campaign, arguing Chelsea should be stripped of the title. FIFA said the decision over whether Morocco or Spain would host the 2030 World Cup final would be made in due course, denying reports Morocco had been chosen. Alexis Mac Allister delivered the perfect response to his contract disappointment with the winning goal in Liverpool's 2-1 victory against Atlético Madrid. 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.
Cricket & Formula 1
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. Max Verstappen says the new Madring F1 circuit is "probably a car killer" with several drivers expecting a disruptive Spanish Grand Prix weekend. 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. The Premier League was once a league of superstars, but after a summer of clubs signing depth over singular talent, Erling Haaland is now the biggest star left, though it hasn't dampened the league's popularity.
More Premier League & Transfer Talk
Our top tipster Lewis Jones, aka Jones Knows, provides his analysis and betting insight across the weekend Premier League action, questioning whether Hull's run can continue at Chelsea. Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts enters the 2026 NFL season facing more question marks than ever before, believes Sky Sports NFL's Neil Reynolds, who calls him polarising. Having Martin Ødegaard at his best could be the key to Arsenal winning the Champions League, as his goal secured victory over Napoli. Spurs may have failed to win any of their first three Premier League games, but summer signing Matheus Fernandes is convinced he has joined a squad set to start fighting for trophies, crediting De Zerbi as the key to his switch.
Women's Football & Signings
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, possibly a world record. Doncaster Rovers boss Grant McCann reveals he was diagnosed with skin cancer last year but is "ok now". 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.
Managerial Comments & Fixtures
Newcastle United head coach Matthias Jaissle has questioned why he was booked for his touchline behaviour after he felt some other animated managers were not. BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explain why this season's Christmas fixtures have been announced more than a month earlier than scheduled. Barcelona sporting director Deco says Anthony Gordon's style was a better fit for Hansi Flick's side than Marcus Rashford's as the club strengthened their squad in the summer.
Racing & Rugby
Our ambassador Hollie Doyle gives her verdict on the action from Town Moor, providing her take on the Doncaster Cup, Flying Childers and Flying Scotsman, calling Queenstown the one to beat. Derek McInnes wants Rangers to "bring the crowd with us" in Sunday's Old Firm clash at Ibrox, saying the team must get fans on side. 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. Musical Times burst into next year's Classic picture with a wide-margin victory in the Betfred May Hill Stakes at Doncaster, 6/1 for the 1000 Guineas.
Super League & Scottish Football
York saw off bottom club Bradford 35-16 in their final match of the regular Super League campaign at the LNER Community Stadium, where Paul Vaughan slotted over a late drop goal on his farewell appearance. Hearts head coach Wouter Vrancken insists there can be no excuses as his side prepare to face Stenhousemuir at Ochilview on Friday with a place in the Premier Sports Cup semifinals at stake, saying his side must be above emotions. Charles Leclerc has 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.
Rangers & Premier League Festive Fixtures
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. The Premier League will stage seven matches on Boxing Day this year, a significant increase on last year. Leeds United forward Noah Okafor says he will not play for Switzerland again while Murat Yakin remains as head coach, refusing to play under the current regime. Mikel Arteta is believed to be close to finalising a new contract with Premier League champions Arsenal, with the club close to finalising the deal.
Festive Fixtures & Title Debate
The Premier League's festive fixtures have been announced for this season, with 29 matches available to watch live on Sky Sports between Boxing Day and January 7. Does Mauricio Pochettino have a case that Tottenham should be retrospectively crowned Premier League champions, and can you make a case for Chelsea being stripped of the 2016-17 title? Racing Louisville has few fans, its best players want to leave, and there's no improvement in sight, raising the question of whether sale or relocation looms for the NWSL club.
Manchester United's Return & Brighton's Ambitions
Manchester United's Champions League return raises the question of what success looks like for the club this season. When Fabian Hurzeler became Brighton's head coach, he set out a goal to "challenge the establishment", and two years on, he says the club has upset the establishment and now must win something. French football leaders have proposed to seek ways to transform how FIFA is run after the country's football body became the latest to withdraw support for Gianni Infantino's presidency, with France wanting to transform Fifa.
Racing & Non-League
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, impressing with the win. SV Elversberg don't like "fairytale" comparisons even though their rise to Germany's top division, beating Bayer Leverkusen already this season, feels like a dream, with the club's ascent to the Bundesliga all about staying true to who they are. David Martindale admits to missing coaching but is "crystal clear" that his return to the Livingston dugout is only temporary, insisting the mission is short-term.
Non-League & Champions League Format
Gainsborough Trinity condemn a person who has been approaching players while falsely claiming to be their manager, telling the impersonator to get a life. Our Ask Me Anything team look at why some Champions League games are taking place on Thursday, explaining the Thursday games in the competition's schedule. Portsmouth boss John Mousinho is "absolutely furious" at the position he says he was put in over an incident involving Cardiff's Krystian Bielik and a fan, with the manager furious over the account of the incident.
Rugby & Sky Sports Coverage
The Red Roses have named their side to face Australia on Saturday in the first match of the home leg of the WXV Global Series, with the squad boosted by returns from injury. Football, F1, cricket, golf, tennis and NFL all feature on one weekend, and all on Sky Sports, with details on how to watch the Big Weekend so you don't miss a minute of the action.
Cricket & Title Claims
Harry Brook missed out on a century again with a shocking run-out against Pakistan, with live coverage of England vs Pakistan third Test day two. Mauricio Pochettino believes Chelsea should be stripped of the Premier League title for 2016-17, when his Tottenham team finished runners-up, saying Spurs should be awarded the title. Rangers celebrated wildly after a stoppage-time strike against St Mirren maintained momentum going into two games with rivals Celtic, with the late goal keeping the Old Firm double-header alive.
Boxing & Celtic Analysis
Ryan Garcia offered no apologies for missing Tuesday's face-off with Conor Benn, adding it was "funny" to see the British fighter pretending to square off against his dad, Nigel, explaining why he snubbed the face-off. What did manager Martin O'Neill learn about his Celtic squad after a much-changed side earned a narrow 1-0 victory away to St Johnstone, and what are the issues facing Celtic? Barcelona midfielder Rodri says he has apologised to the entire Valencia squad after television cameras appeared to catch him describing the La Liga strugglers as "very weak", with Rodri apologising over the comments.
Atlético, Liverpool & Celtic Goalkeeper
Atlético Madrid captain Koke stated that Julián Álvarez must be left "in peace" so he can "play, enjoy himself, and do his job", following the 2-1 Champions League defeat against Liverpool, telling critics to leave him in peace. Bradley Barcola limped out of his home debut for Liverpool in their Champions League game against Atlético Madrid with an apparent calf injury, limping out of the debut. Celtic boss has a decision to make on which goalkeeper starts against Rangers on Sunday, with Johnstone in contention for a start against Rangers in the Old Firm cup tie.
Pochettino's Future & Golf
Mauricio Pochettino has always been good company — warm, engaging and likeable — and after a few weeks to reset away from the spotlight, he says he hopes to return to the Premier League in future. Rory McIlroy battled on against testing blustery conditions at the Amgen Irish Open to sit four shots off the lead following a one-under par opening round, with Ireland's Shane Lowry two off the pace.
Solheim Cup & Racing
Team USA are determined to overcome "heart-breaking" near-misses in away Solheim Cups and successfully retain their trophy on European soil this week, live on Sky Sports, as they seek to retain the title in Europe. Doncaster's St Leger meeting gets under way on Thursday, all live on Sky Sports Racing, with a pair of classy Group Two contests taking centre stage as the Leger meeting begins.
NWSL & NFL
Deyna Castellanos is set to sign with Liga MX Femenil powerhouse Tigres after reaching an agreement to terminate her contract with the Portland Thorns, with the forward set to join Tigres. Backup quarterback Drew Lock led two late scoring drives as the Seattle Seahawks intercepted Drake Maye three times in the fourth quarter to overcome an early injury to Sam Darnold and beat the New England Patriots 13-10 in the NFL opener.
Transfer Rumors & Winger Analysis
Liverpool could make a bid to sign Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton as soon as January, with the club preparing a bid for Wharton. After Messi and Ronaldo proved wingers can do more than cross the ball, Premier League clubs are paying so much for so little production, raising the question of why top clubs sign wingers who don't score goals.