Football/Soccer 24 Hours

Last updated: August 29, 2026, 7:03 AM ET

Premier League & Title Race

Manchester City made a statement of intent at Selhurst Park, with Cherki magic inspiring a vintage 4-1 victory over Crystal Palace. The performance prompted Jamie Redknapp to hail the attacking midfielder as a genius after his two-goal display. With Rayan Cherki and Erling Haaland firing, City have the firepower to challenge Arsenal for the title this season.

Meanwhile, Arsenal's rivals are scrambling to keep pace, with the transfer window still open and the champions looking formidable. A new ESPN analysis examines how each team can dethrone the reigning Premier League holders before the deadline passes.

Championship & EFL

Wrexham's winless start extended to four games after their 2-1 defeat to Birmingham at the Racecourse Ground. Manager Phil Parkinson was left furious, describing the goals conceded as unacceptable and "softest" he had ever seen. Defender Dom Hyam suggested the side may need to find a horrible streak to rectify their defensive issues, as Wrexham look for answers.

Aston Villa have completed a major signing, securing Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea for £40M, with Ollie Watkins seen as the likely departure to Al-Hilal. Meanwhile, West Ham accepted a £40M bid from their London rivals for defender El Hadji Malick Diouf, as Brentford sign the Senegal defender in a club-record deal.

Transfer Rumours & Deals

Southampton have re-signed their former captain James Ward-Prowse from West Ham, while their bid for Crystal Palace's Joel Ordonez is in doubt after a medical complication — the Eagles will now decide whether to proceed. Tottenham have rejected a season-long loan approach for Kevin Danso from Sunderland.

Old Trafford headlines as Arsenal hold talks with Real Madrid for Endrick, while Saturday's transfer gossip also reveals that Arsenal and Barcelona are both monitoring Marcus Rashford. Newcastle prepare for a reunion with Sandro Tonali, with Lewis Miley backed to "go as far as he wants" with his big presence, according to Kieran Trippier.

European Football

Bayern Munich announced their Bundesliga title credentials with a resounding 5-1 win over Stuttgart, with Michael Olise on target. The clash featured in the headlines of today's Bundesliga quiz, along with the Bundesliga star .

Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique praised his team's fighting spirit after scoring two stoppage-time goals to secure a 2-2 draw against Lille. The revelation of Man City's Puma AI-designed third kit indicates Manchester City confirmed they had more than 180,000. Atletico Madrid are facing a transfer row as Julian Alvarez is set to miss Saturday's match against Sevilla, with Diego Simeone set to do everything he can to make him feel important at the club, while the player missing another training session has confirmed the drama.

European Competitions Draws

The Champions League draw was held in Monaco — but the real story was UEFA launching its fight with FIFA’s Gianni Infantino as the teams are ret. The Champions League draw reaction makes for a promising season, with Liverpool, Barcelona at the forefront of the must-see games.

Sunderland will face AC Milan — their first European campaign since 1973 — while Bournemouth will host, as the Europa League draws brought a landmark draw for British clubs. The draw has now pitted Celtic against Benfica and Hearts against Trabzonspor, with the latter facing Mo Salah and some big games and also a still resolute.

Just before that, Trabzonspor rejected coach Fatih Tekke’s resignation proposal stemming from the "intense emotional impact" of Europa League exit.

Scottish Football

Rangers face the consequences of European failure again, with a bruising loss in the Czech Republic affecting the coefficient and Derek McInnes saying the team. While McInnes backing himself or delivering success at Ibrox to express the team’s priorities after their loss.

In the wings, Casey Howe — a decorated American — discusses a pressure surreal experience at Celtic.

International & Transfer News

Manchester United signed Swedish talisman Monica Jusu from BK Hacken for £400,000. In contrast, Southampton Simon Parker says it has been "challenging" for the women’s set-up, and Jim Goodwin may be missing for Saturday’s match; goodwin is unwell and in hospital.

Cup & International

The FA Cup first round tie between Knowle and Worcester will be shown on the BBC — BBC to televise the Dragon. In goalkeeping, Beau Greaves lost 6-5 to Rob Cross in her European Tour debut — where she was denied on the last leg at the Hungarian Darts Trophy.

Big Game Drama and League Table

Wimbledon’sArthur Fery made his first career ATP final in Winston-Salem after his win over Duckworth. Viktor Hovland holds a share of the lead, a Tour Championship where Scheffler is chasing another weekend full of and no position changes.

Saudis Pro

Al Nassr extended their perfect opening and Ronaldo was the winner, 2-1 against 2 Wattles.

Bundes

The tiny town of Elversberg — a town without a station — started its Bundesliga debut and aims to beat the odds.

Behind the Closed Curtain

Infantino Risking “the-split and power …” with the UEFA loss depicted with ramp-off.

Celtic/League Cup

Rangers provided Celtic with only 300 tickets aimed for the League Cup quarter-final celebration, while both clubs are ordered to play their next home cup ties behind closed doctor’s door after fan fury.

Racing Post

Scaffolding returned to the site of the Ronnie O’Sullivan mural in Sheffield — one of the soccer world’s most important pieces.

Ghostwriter Tenability

and Silawi clash at Windsor, featured Sky Sports Racing where there is flat action from Chepstow, Windsor and Saratoga.

Previously in EPL

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Late Finish Fallout

Leeds are back top after a 34-6 Super League win at St Helens normal against Leeds St

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