News Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Derby humiliation, Vrancken talk, and a 15-year-old record

The season ended in humiliation. Anderlecht were dismantled 5–1 by Union Saint-Gilloise on the final matchday. It was ugly, it was one-sided, and it confirmed what fans already knew: this team is miles off. The sentiment around the club right now is captured in one brutal line from pundits: "Nobody expects anything from Anderlecht anymore".…

Pumas fall to Cruz Azul in Clausura 2026 final

Pumas UNAM fell to Cruz Azul in the Clausura 2026 final, with Cruz Azul claiming its tenth league championship at the final hurdle. The sold-out Ciudad Universitaria, packed with nearly 59,000 supporters, witnessed heartbreak after a 0–0 first leg had set the stage for a night of high tension.…
Zuqui out for Católica, Saracchi deal stalls

Fernando Zuqui is out. The Universidad Católica midfielder, their most experienced player, will miss Wednesday's Copa Libertadores clash at La Bombonera due to injury.…

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Euroleague champions: Papanikolaou, Fournier and the night that healed 2023
This is what Olympiacos means. Kostas Papanikolaou summed it up after the Euroleague triumph over Real Madrid: fans were still gathered at 5 in the morning, waiting for the team to return.…
KFUM curse looms as Rosenborg fight for survival
Rosenborg have never beaten KFUM. That history hangs over tonight's match at KFUM Arena, where both teams sit dangerously close to the bottom of Eliteserien.…
Saracchi talks stall, O'Neill wait goes on
Celtic's pursuit of Boca Juniors left-back Marcelo Saracchi has hit a wall. Talks over a permanent move are said to have stalled, leaving the deal in serious doubt as the summer window approaches.…
Şen exits, Zaniolo future uncertain as summer window opens
Academy goalkeeper Batuhan Şen has left Galatasaray for Fatih Karagümrük on a three-year deal. The 26-year-old never established himself as a regular, and with the Süper Lig title secured, the club has wasted no time trimming the squad ahead of what promises to be a massive summer window.…
Youngsters head to Karşıyaka, Alvarez future unclear, Milan star eyed
Fenerbahçe are sending three young players to Karşıyaka as part of the Adem Yeşilyurt transfer deal. The 3'üncü Lig side have picked their names and the loans will be confirmed shortly.… Follow your club One daily brief about your team, in your inbox every morning. Free. Subscribe →
Carvajal bids farewell, Arbeloa's silence deepens
Real Madrid closed out the 2025-26 La Liga season with a 4–2 win over Athletic Club at the Bernabéu, but the night belonged to the goodbyes. Captain Dani Carvajal played his final match for the club, receiving a standing ovation and a guard of honour from both teams.…
12,000 on season ticket interest list as renewal nears
Renewal for your 26/27 season ticket kicks off soon, and the interest list already sits at 12,000 names. That is serious demand, if you are not a current holder, getting in is not guaranteed.…
Domestic double sealed, Kane hits 66, Hoeneß vs Eberl boils over
Bayern ended the six-year DFB-Pokal drought. Stuttgart were swept aside 3–0 in the final, and Vincent Kompany becomes the first coach since Hansi Flick to lift both domestic trophies in the same season.…
Jorge Jesus off the table, Lage and Lucescu in the frame
Portuguese coach Bruno Lage is set to meet with Beşiktaş officials about the vacant manager position, according to reports from Portugal. He's the latest name to emerge in what's becoming a wide-ranging search to replace Sergen Yalçın.…
Neestrup brings perfect knockout record to Panathinaikos
The man expected to take over at Panathinaikos, Jacob Neestrup, arrives with a perfect knockout record in Europe. Nine qualification ties with Copenhagen, nine times through.…
PSG final boost, Merino back, Wright sees dynasty
The biggest match in Arsenal's recent history is here. You're in the Champions League final against PSG, and the French side could be without at least one key player.…
Ramírez on the brink, worst Malmö start in 18 years
Miguel Ángel Ramírez's time at Malmö looks close to over. Reports suggest the manager could be on his way out after a brutal start to the season that has seen your team slump to 12th place with just 10 points from nine games.…
Sarri deal agreed, Gattuso to Lazio next
The bench is changing hands. Maurizio Sarri has agreed a contract to become Atalanta's new manager, with talks now in their final stages.…
Ederson deal near, Bruno breaks Henry's assist record
INEOS are closing in on Atalanta midfielder Ederson as a direct replacement for Casemiro. Former United scout Mick Brown says the club is "moving quickly" and a "final agreement" looks imminent.…
City open Enzo Fernandez talks as Guardiola era ends
Initial discussions have taken place between Manchester City and representatives of Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez, according to journalist reports. The Argentine could be a statement signing as City prepare for life after Pep Guardiola, with a midfield rebuild looming alongside Bernardo Silva's expected departure.…
Enzo in City talks, Alonso plans Chelsea revolution
Man City have held talks with Enzo Fernandez's camp, according to journalist Ben Jacobs. The Argentine midfielder is a target for City if they cannot agree a deal for Elliot Anderson.…
No Champions League, derby chaos, Spalletti snaps
Juventus drew 2–2 with Torino in a derby that exploded off the pitch. Fan riots marred the match and the result wasn't enough, you've missed out on the Champions League.…
Roma return to Champions League after seven years
Roma have qualified for the Champions League. A top-four finish is secured on the final day of Serie A, ending a seven-year wait for Europe's biggest competition.…
Bartzokas stays, SEF eyes Final Four
Olympiacos are EuroLeague champions for the fourth time. The club released a behind-the-scenes video Sunday showing the locker room celebrations, the trophy lift, and the raw emotion from the night.…
Carrick fires transfer demand after Brighton rout, Bruno sets assist record
Michael Carrick didn't wait for Monday morning. Straight after the 3–0 demolition of Brighton, he laid out exactly what he needs from INEOS this summer.…
Fourth straight loss, Ramirez under fire, fans turn
Malmö FF lost yet again on Sunday, falling to Västerås in stoppage time for a fourth consecutive Allsvenskan defeat. Sead Haksabanovic did not hold back after the match: "Rädslan äter upp oss just nu", fear is eating the team alive.…