Football/Soccer 8-Hour Briefing

Last updated: October 12, 2026, 7:10 AM ET

Premier League

Manchester City trounced Liverpool 3-0, with the champions showing no sign of distraction despite the cheating scandal surrounding the club. Liverpool supporters arrived with banners and chants, but the visitors' composure never wavered.

Transfers & Talent

Tottenham may come to regret letting Will Lankshear leave, as the striker's positioning, finishing and poacher's instinct have drawn comparisons to Harry Kane.