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Breel Embolo Scores 87' Penalty in MLS Debut to Earn Atlanta 2-2 Draw at Miami
Switzerland striker Breel Embolo converted a late penalty to secure a 2-2 draw for Atlanta United against Inter Miami on Saturday.

Cavan Sullivan Breaks Freddy Adu Record in Philadelphia Union Win Over Montréal
Philadelphia Union star Cavan Sullivan scored in the 75th minute against CF Montréal to reach 11 goal contributions, a new MLS record for a 16-year-old.

Carrick Defends £150m Midfield Overhaul Ahead of Everton Trip
Michael Carrick insists Manchester United can compete despite being out-spent by five Premier League rivals following a £150 million summer investment.

Parkinson Fumes at Ben Cabango Tackle in Wrexham's 0-0 Draw With Swansea
Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson labeled a 77th-minute Ben Cabango tackle on Callum O'Hare as a 'leg-breaking' challenge during a goalless stalemate.

Haaland Reaches 300 Club Goals in Manchester City Victory Over Coventry
Erling Haaland secured his 300th professional club goal in just 384 appearances during Manchester City's 1-0 win against Coventry City at the Etihad Stadium.

Swansea vs Wrexham Draw: Leaders Held to 0-0 Stalemate at Swansea.com Stadium
Swansea City moved one point clear at the top of the Championship following a 0-0 draw against Wrexham in a match featuring a debut for £6.5 million signing Callum O'Hare.

Bayern Munich Shutout by Schalke Ends Historic 47-Game Scoring Streak
Bayern Munich failed to score for the first time in 18 months during a 0-0 draw against newly-promoted Schalke.

Llorente Demands Goals After Atlético Madrid Fall 3-0 to Athletic Club
Atlético Madrid suffered their first loss of the season in a 3-0 defeat at San Mamés where Julián Álvarez appeared as a second-half substitute.

Haaland Hits 300th Goal as Enzo Maresca Secures 1-0 Win Over Coventry
Erling Haaland scored his 300th club-level goal to secure a 1-0 victory for Manchester City against Coventry City, maintaining a perfect Premier League start.

Karius Denies Kane as Schalke Hold Bayern Munich to 0-0 Draw
Bayern Munich failed to score for the first time in the Bundesliga for over 18 months during a goalless stalemate against newly-promoted Schalke.

Lautaro Martínez Stoppage-Time Goal Secures 3-2 Inter Milan Win Over Napoli
Lautaro Martínez scored twice, including a 90+ minute winner, as Inter Milan recovered from 2-0 down to beat Napoli 3-2.

Maresca Defends £450m Manchester City Spending After 1-0 Coventry Win
Manchester City secured a 1-0 victory over Coventry through a Haaland header as Enzo Maresca justified a summer rebuild costing over £450 million.

Raphinha Named First Brazilian Barcelona Captain for 2026-27 Season
Raphinha, who has 80 goals in 180 appearances, becomes the first Brazilian to captain Barcelona as Hansi Flick names his five-man leadership group.

Richard Hughes Leaves Liverpool for Al Hilal After Arne Slot Appointment
Sporting director Richard Hughes has departed Liverpool for Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal after overseeing the signings of Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz.

Real Madrid defeat: Mourinho's side falls 1-0 at Betis as Mbappé misses penalty
Real Madrid suffered a 1-0 loss to Real Betis at La Cartuja after Troy Parrott scored in the 81st minute and Kylian Mbappé saw a late penalty saved.

Alexia Putellas Captains London City to 2-1 Victory Over Manchester United
Two-time Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas led London City Lionesses to a 2-1 win against Manchester United at Copperjax Community Stadium.

Monaco Stuns PSG 2-1 as Luis Enrique Faces Worst Start in 14 Years
AS Monaco defeated Paris Saint-Germain 2-1 on Friday, marking the first time since 2012-13 that the defending champions have failed to win their first three league games.

Monaco Overcome PSG 2-1 as Názinho and Idumbo Secure Third Straight Win
AS Monaco moved two points clear of Lyon and Lille after a 2-1 victory against a Paris Saint-Germain side that remains winless through three matches.

Isak Brace Earns Iraola First Liverpool Win in 2-0 Victory at Ipswich
Alexander Isak scored in the 6th and 9th minutes to secure a 2-0 win for Liverpool against Ipswich at Portman Road.

Mbappé penalty miss in stoppage time seals 1-0 Real Betis win over Madrid
Kylian Mbappé saw his 94th-minute spot kick saved by Álvaro Valles as Real Madrid fell 1-0 to Real Betis on Friday.

Manchester City Sign Enzo Fernández for £125m British Record Fee
Enzo Fernández completed a British record-equalling £125 million move to Manchester City just before the 11 p.m. transfer deadline.

PSG Extends Luis Enrique and 5 Players After Back-to-Back UCL Titles
Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique has signed a new deal after securing 13 titles and consecutive Champions League trophies.

Martino Warns 13th-Place Atlanta: No Way to Neutralize Messi for 95 Minutes
Atlanta United head coach Gerardo Martino cautioned his players that Lionel Messi remains decisive even after 89 minutes of control.

Allegri Returns to Milan as Napoli Face Title Favorites Inter at San Siro
Massimiliano Allegri returns to Milan for a week three clash against an Inter side boasting a perfect record from two fixtures.