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Last updated: September 9, 2026, 6:48 AM ET

Transfer Market

Manchester United have suffered a blow as Lewis Hall has reportedly agreed a new contract with Newcastle United. Meanwhile, Manchester City are eyeing a move for World Cup-winning midfielder Álex Baena from Atlético Madrid. In Scotland, Rangers target Lewis Ferguson would reportedly cost £15m in January, while Dutch investors have resumed Morton rescue talks.

Premier League

Erling Haaland scored twice for Manchester City, and it's clear his club would be in trouble without him — the Norwegian can single-handedly keep City on top, and the club is doomed if he ever stops. Elsewhere, Estevao Willian reminded Chelsea of his quality in a cameo against Arsenal, raising questions about where he fits into their all-star attack this season.

European Football

Real Madrid were fortunate to defeat Inter Milan, showing how much work remains for Jose Mourinho if they are to win the Champions League — the Spanish giants are winning ugly and still have a long way to go. Paris St-Germain are eyeing a third successive Champions League crown, but where do they rank among Europe's greatest dynasties? The 2026 Ballon d'Or shortlists are out, with the full men's and women's lists now revealed alongside a host city change.

Women's Soccer

There were plenty of big transfer moves in women's soccer this summer, but which players would have been a better fit elsewhere? From Putellas to Bayern and Paralluelo to Arsenal, we examine the transfers we wish we'd seen materialize.

International Football

Cristian Volpato's immediate availability for the Socceroos rests in the hands of Football Australia after NSW Police confirmed the World Cup star had tested positive for cocaine on a secondary test, resulting in a fine.

Scottish Football

Rangers need a striker, Celtic keep rolling, and St Mirren dream big — the Scottish Football Podcast covers all the key talking points north of the border.

Rugby

Steve Borthwick is set to have his England contract extended beyond the 2028 Six Nations, securing his position through the next World Cup cycle.

Golf

Walker Cup winner Stuart Grehan has admitted he felt responsibility to lead Great Britain and Ireland through the tournament as he detailed the trigger behind his side's historic comeback. Anna Nordqvist says Charley Hull is "buzzing" to tee it at the Solheim Cup this week and is pleased to see the Englishwoman embrace her growing role for Team Europe.

Formula 1

Formula 1 has a brand-new track to look forward to this weekend, and the expectation is there will be carnage at the Madring — potentially F1's toughest street track ever, which could cause Spanish GP chaos.

NFL

Honeymoons are for newlyweds celebrating true love and for future NFL head coaches plotting Super Bowl glory — at least in the case of Mike Macdonald, who has now turned to the Chicago Bulls as his reference point. The question is whether the Seahawks can win it all again from honeymoon vision to the Super Bowl.

Horse Racing

Jumps action from Sedgefield features live on Sky Sports Racing on Wednesday, with Loriko looking to continue his winning run at the track.