Football/Soccer 8 Hours

Last updated: September 5, 2026, 2:29 PM ET

Championship Roundup

Millwall returned to winning ways in emphatic style as Lyndon Dykes scored his first two goals for the injury-hit club in a 4-0 demolition of Bolton at The Den. Burnley's dire start under Nicky Hayen continued as Bristol City fought back late to snatch a 2-1 win at a tension-filled Turf Moor. Will Lankshear's seventh goal in as many matches gave Middlesbrough a 1-0 victory against previously-unbeaten QPR, while Portsmouth earned their first home win of the season as Conor Shaughnessy and Marezi scored in a 2-0 defeat of Cardiff.

West Ham's 3-0 win over Derby was less decisive than the scoreline suggests, with two late goals underscoring their second home victory in five days. Leeds were made to pay for countless missed chances as Brighton fought back to draw 1-1 at the Amex. Enzo Le Fee rescued a point for Sunderland with a late penalty to secure a 1-1 draw at Brentford. Tyrick Mitchell's double saw Crystal Palace come from behind twice to win 3-2 at Fulham as Pierre Sage recorded his first victory in charge of the Eagles.

Stoke cruised to an emphatic 4-0 win by dismantling 10-man Charlton Athletic, while Callum Lang bagged an early brace as Preston edged past local rivals Blackburn 2-1 at Deepdale. Mikkel Ladefoged scored his first goal in English football to secure Lincoln a deserved late point against Southampton in a 1-1 draw.

Premier League & European Action

Erling Haaland showed his love for playing newly promoted sides by scoring the winner in Manchester City's nervy 1-0 victory over Coventry, keeping their record under Enzo Maresca perfect. Newcastle fought back from two goals down as Jacob Ramsey's late strike rescued a 2-2 against Bournemouth at St James' Park. Alexander Isak said his difficult start to his Liverpool career is now behind him after he scored a brace inside nine minutes to inspire a 2-0 win at Ipswich.

José Mourinho said he couldn't explain Real Madrid's 1-0 defeat at Real Betis on Friday, his first loss since returning to LaLiga. Paris Saint-Germain deepened their slow start with a home defeat to Monaco, but Luis Enrique remained unconcerned and insisted he is pleased with his team's performances. For the weekend ahead, Arsenal host Chelsea in a heavyweight London derby while PSG and Napoli are on the ropes in their respective title races.

Women's Football

Chelsea entered this season looking to bounce back from a rare trophyless campaign but didn't get off to a fast start, settling for a 1-1 opening-day draw against Aston Villa. Alexia Putellas' WSL debut wasn't a virtuoso performance, but her London City showed in their season-opening win over Man United that they're for real. Putellas has told London City Lionesses fans there's more to come from her and the team after their 2-1 win over Manchester United on Friday. The UEFA Women's Champions League draw brought some big teams together, prompting overreactions about an Arsenal-Barcelona final.

Transfers & Off-Pitch News

Liverpool confirmed the departure of sporting director Richard Hughes, with sources telling ESPN he is expected to take up a similar role at Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal. Raphinha has been appointed as Barcelona's captain for the 2026-27 season, becoming the first Brazilian to hold the role at the Spanish champions. Tottenham head coach Roberto De Zerbi has stood by his past prediction of Mykhailo Mudryk being a player that can win the Ballon d'Or if he can realise his potential. Folarin Balogun has been left out of Monaco's squad for the Conference League amid uncertainty after the collapse of his proposed transfer to Everton. Man City and coach Enzo Maresca were caught by surprise with Rodri's decision to leave, and that exit was the highlight of a busy transfer window. Luka Modric, is not ready to retire from international football and hopes to play for Croatia in upcoming Nations League games, including against England. Steve Clarke says he had to cajole the Scottish FA into handing him a new contract as national head coach shortly before the World Cup finals.

Golf, Racing & Other Sport

A tearful Paul Casey vowed to donate all of his prize money to the victims of the Crans-Montana bar fire after storming into the lead of the DP World Tour's Omega European Masters on Saturday. Almeraq left an off-day at Newmarket clearly in the rearview mirror with a dominating victory in the Betfair Sprint Cup at Haydock Park. Constitution Hill had to settle for an ultimately well-beaten fourth to Pride Of Arras on his eagerly-awaited third Flat outing in the William Hill September Stakes at Kempton Park.

Formula 1

Pierre Gasly produced a sensational performance to claim his first career pole position in F1 as the Alpine driver stunned the grid's usual frontrunners at the Italian Grand Prix. George Russell established himself as pole position favourite ahead of qualifying as the Mercedes driver topped Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton in final practice at Monza.

Live Blogs & Ratings

Follow live updates from the US Open as Fritz leads Anisimova out before Gauff takes the court later. South Africa are pulling clear of New Zealand in a pulsating third Test. In the Premier League, Newcastle hosted Bournemouth in a busy Saturday of soccer across Europe, with Erling Haaland scoring yet again as Manchester City won. Alexander Isak disappointed after his record transfer fee last summer, but he was Liverpool's best player vs. Ipswich on Friday. Newcastle and Bournemouth's players rated in their Premier League match, with Scott shining and Dedic struggling. Aston Villa held on to earn their first WSL point against Chelsea in a live match update. George Russell is set to fight the Ferraris in Italian GP qualifying, with the live blog tracking the action. Delap makes his first Forest start while Savio returns for Tottenham in the latest team news. Richard Hughes steps down from his position as sporting director of Liverpool and is set to join Saudi side Al-Hilal.