Football/Soccer 8 Hours

Last updated: September 5, 2026, 10:14 PM ET

Premier League

Manchester City extended their perfect start with a 1-0 win over Coventry, as Erling Haaland netted his 300th career club goal to keep the champions top of the table. Manager Enzo Maresca defended the club's £450m summer outlay, insisting the spending was necessary to challenge Arsenal, and believes the new signings give him the tools to compete on all fronts this season. Newly promoted Hull City secured a creditable 0-0 draw with Aston Villa, earning their first point of the campaign, though Villa rued missed chances. Hull's seven points from three games suggest they are on track to avoid relegation in the Premier League.

Tottenham remain winless after a third straight league game without a goal, with boss Roberto De Zerbi blaming wrong decisions in their draw at Nottingham Forest. Forest manager Oliver Glasner and defender Neco Williams both disputed the VAR call that ruled out a goal against Spurs. Fulham were booed off at Craven Cottage after a 3-2 defeat to Crystal Palace, their third consecutive loss. Manchester United boss Michael Carrick and CEO Omar Berrada insist the club can still compete for major trophies despite relatively low summer spending.

European Football

Atletico Madrid suffered a shock 3-0 defeat at Athletic Club, with midfielder Marcos Llorente telling ESPN the team need Julián Álvarez to start scoring immediately. Bayern Munich were held to a goalless draw by newly promoted Schalke, ending their 47-game Bundesliga scoring streak — their first shutout in the league in 18 months. Bayern goalkeeper Loris Karius was the hero as Schalke earned a season-opening setback for the champions. In Serie A, Lautaro Martínez scored a stoppage-time winner as Inter Milan came from 2-0 down to beat Napoli 3-2 and maintain their perfect start. Celtic came from behind to beat St Mirren 3-1 and preserve their winning start to the Scottish Premiership title defence.

EFL & Domestic

Wrexham boss Phil Parkinson claimed Swansea's captain should have been sent off for a leg-breaker challenge on Callum O'Hare in their fiery 0-0 draw. The result meant Swansea missed the chance to go three points clear at the top of the Championship. Leicester City's woes continued with a 4-0 defeat, prompting pundit Aaron McLean to label it a sackable performance from boss Russell Martin. McLean's wider EFL takeaways also highlighted Burnley's hangover and Millwall's struggles. Arsenal's summer transfer window was extensive, with senior correspondent Sami Mokbel revealing the club had more than 20 players on their shortlist as they looked to capitalise on their title win.

Rugby League

Wigan Warriors moved within one win of a domestic double after a statement 40-8 victory over Leeds Rhinos in a battle of Super League's top two. The result showed Leeds the difference between champions and challengers, with Wigan now having one hand on the League Leaders' Shield according to coach Matt Partington.

Boxing

Dave Allen's heavyweight clash with Thomas Carty at Croke Park ended in bizarre fashion after the Irish favourite fell through the ropes during the first round, resulting in a no contest. The night was billed as the greatest boxing atmosphere ever as Croke Park said goodbye to icon Katie Taylor.

Tennis

Coco Gauff progressed to the fourth round of the US Open, but compatriots Taylor Fritz, Amanda Anisimova and Madison Keys all suffered shock early exits on the same day.

Transfers & News

Liverpool may make a January move for Crystal Palace winger Ismaila Sarr, while Tottenham's Richarlison could seek a Saudi switch, according to Sunday's transfer gossip. Rangers captain Lawrence Shankland faces a spell on the sidelines after a significant hamstring injury, leaving the club short of striking options.

Women's Football

The UEFA Women's Champions League draw brought several heavyweight ties, prompting overreactions to a potential Arsenal-Barcelona final matchup.

Analysis

Cody Gakpo stole the headlines with a standout performance that outshone Barcola, while Elliot Anderson delivered a display reminiscent of Rodri in midfield.