From around the league
Wednesday, 26 August 2026
Monday, 24 August 2026
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![Ibrahima Konaté makes an immediate case at Real Madrid]()
Ibrahima Konaté makes an immediate case at Real Madrid
Ibrahima Konaté’s first official Real Madrid start against Espanyol produced nine defensive contributions, a 97% passing rate and a composed display.
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![Enzo Fernandez transfer saga narrows to City or Madrid]()
Enzo Fernandez transfer saga narrows to City or Madrid
Enzo Fernández’s future is down to Manchester City or Real Madrid, with Barcelona ruled out and Chelsea still holding firm on £120m.
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![Carlos Espí wins over Real Madrid with fast start]()
Carlos Espí wins over Real Madrid with fast start
Joselu called Carlos Espí a “true number 9” after his late winner against Espanyol. The Madrid striker has 3 goals in 5 appearances.
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![Jude Bellingham ankle scare gives Real Madrid an early-season worry]()
Jude Bellingham ankle scare gives Real Madrid an early-season worry
Jude Bellingham scored inside nine minutes in Real Madrid’s 2-1 win at Espanyol, then finished with ice on his ankle.
Sunday, 23 August 2026
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![Ferran Torres PSG debut rescues draw after Rennes lead]()
Ferran Torres PSG debut rescues draw after Rennes lead
Ferran Torres scored twice on his Paris Saint Germain debut to rescue a draw after Rennes led 2-0 in the Ligue 1 opener.
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![Manchester City transfer update as Maresca cools exits talk]()
Manchester City transfer update as Maresca cools exits talk
Maresca says Manchester City could still lose more players, but Grealish's bench role and unused substitutes do not prove exits.
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![Nico Schlotterbeck injury update: Dortmund still cannot put a date on his return]()
Nico Schlotterbeck injury update: Dortmund still cannot put a date on his return
Nico Schlotterbeck says his comeback is drawing closer, but Borussia Dortmund still will not set a date for his return from injury.
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![Marc Guehi midfield role is the real story from Manchester City’s Bournemouth win]()
Marc Guehi midfield role is the real story from Manchester City’s Bournemouth win
Enzo Maresca explained Marc Guehi’s midfield role after Bournemouth, and Guehi said he enjoyed it as Manchester City found a late winner.
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![Mourinho's alarm over orchestrated targeting of Vinícius Júnior]()
Mourinho's alarm over orchestrated targeting of Vinícius Júnior
Mourinho condemns Espanyol's orchestrated bullying of Vinícius Júnior - rotating foulers, inconsistent cards, first-minute targeting - in 2-1 Real Madrid opener
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![Haaland cuts hair after World Cup dominance]()
Haaland cuts hair after World Cup dominance
Haaland cuts his hair after World Cup success, defying Zlatan's superstition and signaling a psychological reset ahead of Manchester City's new season.
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![Manchester City's £75m Savinho sale reveals CFG's true playbook]()
Manchester City's £75m Savinho sale reveals CFG's true playbook
Savinho's £75m sale to Tottenham nets Manchester City £45m, illustrating the CFG model: develop players globally, sell at peak value.
Saturday, 22 August 2026
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![Michael Olise leads Bayern München past Dortmund in Supercup win]()
Michael Olise leads Bayern München past Dortmund in Supercup win
Michael Olise starred with a goal and assist as Bayern München beat Borussia Dortmund 2-1 to retain the Franz Beckenbauer Supercup.
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![Chelsea transfer news as Guiu exit gathers pace]()
Chelsea transfer news as Guiu exit gathers pace
Chelsea transfer news: Marc Guiu is closing in on an exit, with Napoli and Sevilla in the race, while Roma’s Jamie Gittens loan bid was rejected.
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![Julián Alvarez transfer saga: Atletico stand firm]()
Julián Alvarez transfer saga: Atletico stand firm
Simeone says there is no uncertainty over Julián Alvarez, while Atletico Madrid insist he stays and Barcelona and Arsenal interest lingers.
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![Leon Goretzka close to Aston Villa after Emery talks]()
Leon Goretzka close to Aston Villa after Emery talks
Aston Villa are close to Leon Goretzka on a free transfer after direct talks with Unai Emery. Villa would be his seventh summer signing.
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![Fulham vs Chelsea: Arbeloa puts friendship aside for Premier League opener]()
Fulham vs Chelsea: Arbeloa puts friendship aside for Premier League opener
Arbeloa says his friendship with Xabi Alonso will wait for Fulham vs Chelsea, with both making Premier League managerial debuts at Craven Cottage.
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![Curtis Jones joins Inter in £30m move from Liverpool]()
Curtis Jones joins Inter in £30m move from Liverpool
Inter have completed a £30m deal for Curtis Jones, with Liverpool accepting add-ons and retaining a 10% sell-on clause as he signs through 2031.
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![Franz Beckenbauer Supercup and Bayern's record edge]()
Franz Beckenbauer Supercup and Bayern's record edge
Bayern München lead the Franz Beckenbauer Supercup story with 11 titles, Robert Lewandowski’s seven goals and Manuel Neuer’s 12 appearances.
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![Felix Nmecha's Dortmund rise to key player status]()
Felix Nmecha's Dortmund rise to key player status
Felix Nmecha's rise at Borussia Dortmund is backed by stronger numbers, a contract to 2030 and Germany trust after a World Cup start in all four games.
