News Monday, August 3, 2026

FA Cup final: Semenyo backheel puts City ahead

Antoine Semenyo scored a stunning backheel goal in the 72nd minute to give City a 1–0 lead over Chelsea in the FA Cup final. The goal, described as "wonderschone" and "héérlijk" by Dutch outlets, has City 18 minutes plus stoppage time away from lifting the trophy. Rodri and Erling Haaland both started as expected in what is the biggest match of your season. A second domestic cup sits within reach, adding to the League Cup already secured this campaign.…

Allsvenskan panel warns of turbulent period ahead for Malmö FF

Expressen's Allsvenskan panel flags that turbulent times are heading Malmö's way. The panel discussed when the "hurricane winds" will hit the club, pointing to pressure building around results and expectations.…
U19 double, last Leoforos derby ahead

Your youngsters are double winners. PAOK U19 beat Aris 1–0 in the Super League U19 Cup final in Agrinio.…

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Title dreams alive as Arsenal head to Selhurst Park
It all comes down to this. Arsenal travel to Crystal Palace on the final day needing a result to secure a first league title in 22 years.…
Kalaitzakis injury scare, comfortable win over Mykonos
Your team took care of business against Mykonos in the Greek League, rolling to a 99–75 win at OAKA. The game was never really in doubt.…
Tare exit confirmed, D'Amico lined up, Cassano slams Allegri
Igli Tare's time as Milan sporting director is all but over. The decision has been made by owner Gerry Cardinale: Tare will leave the Rossoneri project this summer, with confirmation expected at the end of the season.…
FA Cup final day, Alonso deal close, late injury scare
This is it. Chelsea face Manchester City in the FA Cup final at Wembley, the game that defines your season.…
Mourinho deal close, Madrid go all in
Multiple sources are reporting that José Mourinho's return to the Real Madrid bench is all but done. Bernabéu Digital claim an agreement is already in place, while French outlet RMC Sport says Madrid press are reporting it as "99.9%" certain.… Follow your club One daily brief about your team, in your inbox every morning. Free. Subscribe →
Carrick deal agreed, De Ligt surgery blow
Manchester United have reached a broad agreement with Michael Carrick to become the permanent head coach. Work is ongoing to finalise the contracts, but the deal is in place.…
FA Cup final day, Pep commits, Bernardo rumours swirl
City face Chelsea at Wembley with the FA Cup on the line. Kick-off is today, and you're 90 minutes from another major trophy.…
Second straight Liga, Flick renews, Rashford talks advance
LaLiga is yours. Again.…
Elton Jihde signs for AIK
Elton Jihde, son of former AIK star Niklas Jihde, has signed with AIK. The move follows directly in his father's footsteps, Niklas played for AIK during his own career.…
Allsvenska panelen: Storm winds gathering for Malmö FF
Allsvenska panelen has turned its attention to Malmö FF, and the message is clear: the storm winds are gathering. The panel discussed when, not if, the pressure will crank up around your club as the season's decisive stretch approaches.…
Rodri doubt, Shearer backs City, Bernardo exit talk
Pep Guardiola faced questions about Rodri's availability for the FA Cup final against Chelsea, and the answer could shape everything. City's midfield anchor is the single most important piece of Guardiola's system.…
Mateta off, five stars on the block, De Rossi wary
Jean-Philippe Mateta will not be coming to Milan this summer. Matteo Moretto has confirmed the window has closed on that one.…
Joao Pedro tops Barça striker shortlist, Betis injuries, Fermín fires back
Deco has made Joao Pedro the priority signing up front, ahead of Julián Álvarez. The Brighton striker's agent travelled to London this week for talks with both Chelsea and Barcelona.…
De Ligt to miss World Cup, Carrick future talks advance
Matthijs de Ligt will miss the 2026 World Cup. The United defender has undergone back surgery and faces an extended period out, ending any hope of featuring in the tournament.…
Konstantelias holding for bigger move, U19s in cup final
Giannis Konstantelias won't settle. Reports out of Greece say your star attacking midfielder would only leave PAOK for a club bigger than Stuttgart.…
Perez summons Mbappe as Madrid crisis deepens
Florentino Perez will sit down with Kylian Mbappe to discuss his behaviour after the forward publicly criticised assistant coach Alvaro Arbeloa following Real Madrid's 2–0 win over Oviedo in La Liga. Mbappe called Arbeloa his "fourth choice" in comments that blindsided the coaching staff.…
One point from the Champions League, McCabe to depart after 11 years
Arsenal Women travel to Liverpool on Sunday for the final WSL game of the season, and the equation is dead simple: a point guarantees second place and direct entry to next season's Champions League group stage. This is the one that matters.…
Deco in London, FA Cup final looms
Saturday is it. Chelsea face Manchester City in the FA Cup final, and nobody is giving your team a chance.…
Lafont called up by Ivory Coast for 2026 World Cup
Your goalkeeper is going to the 2026 World Cup. Alban Lafont has been called up by Ivory Coast manager Emerse Faé for the tournament.…
Carrick talks underway, Youth Cup lost to City
Michael Carrick's representatives have held talks with INEOS at Carrington about the permanent head coach role. The former United midfielder, who took over as interim boss, is also one of six finalists for the Premier League Manager of the Season award.…
Thun and Betis back in Champions League, 21 years after Malmö heartbreak
FC Thun and Real Betis have both qualified for the Champions League again, 21 years after their last appearance. Why does that ring a bell? Because Thun are the side that dumped Malmö FF out of the 2005/06 qualifiers before going on to face Arsenal in the group stage.…