Football/Soccer 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: October 10, 2026, 5:40 AM ET
Premier League
Manchester City were found guilty of the majority of 115 charges against them, prompting Michael Carrick to say the case has affected him personally. Carrick, now Manchester United's manager, has called for swift clarity on the verdict, saying medals awarded retrospectively cannot replace the moments lost. Pep Guardiola's former assistant Mikel Arteta insisted the Premier League remains the best league in the world, while Arteta also said he has a clear conscience over his years at City. Enzo Maresca backed City after the commission's decision, and BBC Sport looked at what the Rangers 2012 case could mean for City's future, from sanctions to stripped titles. City supporters have been reacting to the ruling, and the whistleblower behind the leaks, Rui Pinto, will remain in witness protection.
Liverpool host City at Anfield on Sunday, and the build-up has been loud, with bus welcomes and banners expected. Liverpool will be without Alexander Isak and Cody Gakpo, both ruled out through injury. Elsewhere, West Ham were held by QPR after Jarrod Bowen's late penalty was saved in the 91st minute. ESPN's latest reranking of the Premier League questions Arsenal's flaw and Chelsea's poor run. Arsenal are also reportedly eyeing a deal for Mexican teenager Gilberto Mora. Michael Carrick said there is no timeline for Benjamin Sesko's return from injury, and Sky reported Manchester United may be forced into the January market.
Everton are up for sale again as owners TFG look for an exit, and David Moyes admitted he only found out that morning. Martin O'Neill, meanwhile, said staying at Celtic was an easy call, as the decision did not take long, and he condemned the Desmond protest as ultras boycotted the club. Marink Reedijk took charge at Hibs after intense talks, and the Scottish Premiership's break questions are now being asked as the league resumes.
International
England took control of their Women's World Cup play-off after a win in Greece, and BBC Sport's takeaways from Crete highlight a valuable first-leg lead, with Northern Ireland's World Cup hopes fading after a 4-0 loss. Emma Hayes said the USWNT needs a collective effort to top world No. 1 Spain, and ESPN asked what the USWNT can learn from the World Cup champions. Pochettino's young players shone in the last window, though lineup questions remain. Shaun Edwards has signed with Argentina as defence coach until after the 2027 World Cup, and ESPN's early 2030 World Cup power rankings put the top nations in order. Caf is reviewing whether the Afcon could move to every two years, and Gianni Infantino's re-election as Fifa president is under scrutiny after the Fifa Forward Enterprise news.
La Liga and Europe
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has bought a stake in Atlético Madrid. Hansi Flick confirmed Raphinha is out until October 20 against PSG. José Mourinho called criticism of Kylian Mbappé "ridiculous" as he defended the striker. Cristiano Ronaldo scored for Al Nassr as fans showed support after his walkout from Portugal, and Sir Alex Ferguson called Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney the best in Europe. Inter Miami coach Kily González urged fans to enjoy Messi after Argentina's farewell. The BBC's Football Daily looked at Man City's return and the Istanbul prank, and BBC Sport ranked European sleeping giants from Sampdoria to Saint-Etienne. Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi plans to take his squad to Marbella for team bonding, and BBC Sport looked at the south coast derby talking points ahead of the 74th Southampton-Portsmouth clash.