Football/Soccer 8 Hours

Last updated: September 17, 2026, 10:03 PM ET

Premier League & English Football

Manchester City's academy continues to produce headline-makers, with Floyd Samba — son of former defender Chris Samba — scoring twice on his debut as the holders thrashed Norwich 5-0. In League One, MK Dons remain without a win in seven games this season after a goalless draw at AFC Wimbledon. Wrexham's Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac have poked fun at Southampton ahead of their upcoming meeting, reviving Spygate references. Transfer gossip is heating up ahead of January, with Arsenal reportedly eyeing Bournemouth youngster Eli Junior Kroupi, while Real Madrid continue to be linked with midfield reinforcements. The Gunners are also tracking Kevin Schade as Mikel Arteta draws up his January wishlist. In betting analysis, one tipster backs Brentford to expose a "soft" Chelsea side this weekend.

European Club Competitions

Crystal Palace marked their Europa League debut in style, cruising to a 4-0 win over Lech Poznan at Selhurst Park. Bournemouth also enjoyed a winning start to their maiden European campaign, with first-half goals from Justin Kluivert and Rayan securing victory at Real Sociedad. Celtic's European hopes took another hit as defensive errors proved costly in their Europa League opener against Ferencvaros. In France, PSG's ultras have launched legal action over a travel ban preventing them from attending the trip to Marseille. Barcelona remain the hottest team in world soccer according to Bill Connelly's rankings, with the Catalan giants setting the pace across Europe.

LaLiga & Weekend Preview

The Madrid derby headlines the weekend's action, with Real Madrid hosting Atletico in a fixture that could shape the LaLiga title race. Elsewhere, Roma face Inter in a Serie A clash of significant consequence, and Brighton are tipped to stun Arsenal on the south coast. The weekend slate also includes heated derbies across Europe as domestic campaigns intensify.

International & USMNT

Jürgen Klopp has named a total of 44 players across two squads for his first games in charge of Germany, signaling a broad evaluation phase. The USMNT's first post-World Cup squad is missing its biggest stars, with Christian Pulisic and Folarin Balogun omitted as the new cycle begins. Philadelphia Union phenom Cavan Sullivan, headlines the 28-player roster, while Pulisic is left out entirely. New York Red Bulls teenager Julian Hall said he remains undecided on his international future despite receiving his first USMNT call-up. In governance news, FA chairwoman Debbie Hewitt has demanded transparency from FIFA president Gianni Infantino over the World Cup equity plan documents.

MLS & NWSL

Lionel Messi appeared to have a heated exchange with Don Garber after Inter Miami's win, pointing his finger at the MLS commissioner on multiple occasions. The Chicago Stars have hired former USWNT coach Vlatko Andonovski as soccer chief, tasking him with turning around the NWSL's last-place club. The question now is whether Andonovski can save the struggling franchise after a difficult tenure with the national team.

Cricket

Somerset's Rothesay County Championship title hopes were dented by Dom Bess, the former Somerset spinner starring for Durham, while Ben Stokes also impressed with the ball for his county.

Golf

Aaron Rai shares the lead at the BMW PGA Championship after the first round, with Rory McIlroy three shots back heading into Friday's play.

Darts

Michael van Gerwen's title defence at the World Series of Darts Finals ended in the first round, while Luke Humphries advanced comfortably.