Manchester City sent a powerful message in the Premier League title race, sweeping aside Liverpool 3–0 to move within four points of leaders Arsenal. Despite Erling Haaland missing a controversial early penalty, the Norwegian opened the scoring soon after with his 19th goal of the season. A deflected strike from Nico González made it 2–0 before half-time, and Jérémy Doku capped a sensational display with a stunning curler for City’s third. Liverpool briefly thought they’d equalised through Virgil van Dijk, but his header was ruled out for offside after a VAR review. City dominated throughout, their fluid attacking play overwhelming…
Author: Andrew Rogers
Harry Kane’s stoppage-time equaliser saved Bayern Munich from their first defeat of the season, securing a 2-2 draw at Union Berlin and extending their unbeaten run. Danilho Doekhi twice put Union ahead, the second in the 83rd minute, but Kane’s 13th Bundesliga goal rescued a point. Luis Díaz had earlier equalised with a superb strike after Manuel Neuer’s error gifted Union the opener. “It wasn’t our best game, but we stayed focused,” said Kane, as Bayern moved six points clear at the top after RB Leipzig’s loss at Hoffenheim. Elsewhere, Dortmund conceded a 97th-minute equaliser in a 1-1 draw at…
Ruben Amorim criticised his Manchester United side for becoming “too comfortable” after they threw away a lead twice before rescuing a 3-3 draw against Tottenham Hotspur. United looked in control for long stretches after Bryan Mbeumo’s opener, but goals from Mathys Tel and Richarlison turned the game on its head before Matthijs de Ligt salvaged a point with a dramatic 96th-minute header. Despite extending their unbeaten run to five games, Amorim was frustrated with his team’s complacency. “We have a lot of problems; we are just at the beginning,” Amorim said. “The results make it look like we’re improving, and…
Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya continues to make history, helping his side equal a 122-year-old club record after their 3–0 win over Slavia Prague in the Champions League — the team’s eighth straight clean sheet. Although rarely tested, Raya showed his trademark focus when sprinting to the touchline to consult goalkeeping coach Iñaki Caña before a late penalty that was later overturned by VAR. The Spaniard still produced a routine stop in injury time to maintain his spotless record in Europe, where he’s yet to concede this season. Raya, who joined from Brentford in 2023, has now made 50 clean sheets…
Chelsea have reaffirmed their support for Enzo Maresca’s rotation strategy following the 2–2 Champions League draw with Qarabag, despite the manager making seven changes to his starting lineup in Baku. While the result drew questions from some pundits, the club hierarchy remains fully behind Maresca’s long-term approach. Senior figures view his rotation and workload management as essential to keeping the squad fresh across four competitions, especially after a shortened pre-season and a growing injury list. Chelsea were without Pedro Neto, Cole Palmer, Levi Colwill and Benoît Badiashile, while Moisés Caicedo, Enzo Fernández and João Pedro have been carrying knocks. Maresca…
Tottenham Hotspur defender Destiny Udogie has been revealed as the Premier League player allegedly threatened at gunpoint by a football agent in north London. The incident occurred on 6 September in Cockfosters, Barnet, while Udogie was out with a friend during the international break. Police were called after the suspect reportedly brandished a firearm and made threats of violence and blackmail. The 31-year-old suspect, who is not Udogie’s agent, was arrested two days later on suspicion of possessing a firearm with intent, blackmail, and driving without a licence. He has since been released on bail while investigations continue. Tottenham said…
Rob Jetten is set to become the next Prime Minister of the Netherlands, marking a historic milestone for the country. At 38, he will be the youngest Dutch leader in history and the first openly gay Prime Minister. Jetten’s campaign focused on key progressive issues, including green energy, affordable housing, and education reform. Analysts say his agenda reflects the priorities of younger voters and urban communities seeking sustainable and inclusive policies. Political observers highlight the historic significance of his election. By breaking age and representation barriers, Jetten’s leadership demonstrates growing acceptance of diversity in European politics. The new Prime Minister…
Sir David Attenborough’s new BBC series Kingdom has captured extraordinary moments from Zambia’s Luangwa Valley — including a lion saving a pregnant hyena from wild dogs. Filmed over five years, the series follows lions, hyenas, leopards, and wild dogs as they battle for survival. Executive producer Mike Gunton said: “Only nature could write a story like this.” Narrated by Attenborough, Kingdom features both tender and dramatic scenes — from newborn lion cubs to a wild dog pack rescuing one of their own from a crocodile. But it also highlights human impacts such as snare traps and habitat loss. Scientific consultant…
Jon Gorrotxategi’s last-minute goal sealed a dramatic 3–2 victory for Real Sociedad over Athletic Club in a Basque derby full of rain, chaos, and emotion. The 23-year-old academy product — playing in his first derby — scuffed his initial shot before smashing in the rebound deep into stoppage time, sparking bedlam at the Reale Arena. It was the first time in 178 Basque derbies that the winner came in added time. The match had everything: intensity, mistakes, and moments of brilliance. Ander Barrenetxea, injured moments earlier, limped back onto the pitch to set up Brais Méndez for the opener after…
Erling Haaland once again delivered for Manchester City, scoring twice in a 3–1 win over Bournemouth that lifted Pep Guardiola’s side into second place in the Premier League. The Norwegian striker struck both goals in the first half, punishing Bournemouth’s high defensive line, before Nico O’Reilly sealed the victory after the break. Haaland now has 13 league goals this season and an incredible 98 in 107 Premier League appearances. Bournemouth briefly equalised through Tyler Adams, capitalising on an error from City keeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, but Haaland restored the lead within minutes. O’Reilly’s composed finish in the second half ended any…