Football/Soccer 3 Hours

Last updated: May 17, 2026, 8:44 PM ET

English Football Manchester City clinched the Women's Super League title with ease, earning an A grade in their championship campaign, while Chelsea hired Xabi Alonso in a swift managerial change following their C+ season. Bruno Fernandes tied Premier League assist records with Kevin De Bruyne and Thierry Henry after Manchester United's 3-2 win over Nottingham Forest, though the Red Devils face uncertainty following Rasmus Højlund's "emotional" departure to Napoli.

Player Movements & Farewells Antoine Griezmann bid an emotional farewell to Atletico Madrid, declaring the affection he received "worth more" than winning Champions League or LaLiga after setting up the winning goal in his final home appearance. The French international created the only goal as Atletico secured a 1-0 victory, while Christian Pulisic returned from injury as a second-half substitute in AC Milan's crucial 2-1 win at Genoa.

Transfer News José Mourinho is pushing for Rodri transfer from Manchester City to Real Madrid, targeting the midfielder as his first signing at the Bernabeu. Meanwhile, Chelsea's scouting network remains active with reports suggesting interest in Rogers as they continue their squad overhaul.

Incidents & Injuries Wayne Rooney faces potential surgery after injuring his wrist saving a Jordan Pickford shot during a BBC show recording. In more serious incidents, a Ligue 1 match was abandoned after hooded ultras invaded the pitch at relegated Nantes and threw flares, while footballer Jonathan Gjoshe revealed he was stabbed seven times during a knife attack on a train in Cambridgeshire.