The Soccer Report

Football headlines from across the web · updated 08 September 2026, 05:50 UTC

No goals but Emery knows Villa's forwards need time

Aston Villa have not scored in their opening three Premier League games - how will manager Unai Emery find their attacking edge?

BBC Sport · just now

Flex your football brain with our daily quizzes

Test your ball knowledge against today's Who Am I?, Five in Five and Brainteaser.

BBC Sport · just now

Worrall out to make Wrexham point after Burnley exit

Deadline day Wrexham signing Joe Worall says opportunities were "scarce" at Burnley, as he prepares to welcome his former side to the Racecourse.

BBC Sport · 1h ago

Swansea's golden boot winner yet to kick start season

Zan Vipotnik has been backed to return to form for Swansea City, even though he is still not guaranteed to return to the starting side.

BBC Sport · 1h ago

Poch: Balogun must find 'best place to perform'

USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino said he hasn't spoken with U.S. and AS Monaco striker Folarin Balogun about his aborted move to Everton, but plans to in the coming days in order to offer his support.

ESPN · 4h ago

Ronaldo mocked after loss: 'Cheating, still losing'

Al Ittihad poked fun at Al Nassr captain Cristiano Ronaldo after inflicting the first defeat of the season on the Saudi Pro League defending champions.

ESPN · 4h ago

DJ Enzo: City training with club-inspired beats

Enzo Maresca has introduced musical training at Manchester City in an attempt to put his stamp on the team after replacing Pep Guardiola as manager.

ESPN · 4h ago

Martinelli starts as Al Hilal's 47-game streak ends

Al Hilal's 47-game unbeaten run in the Saudi Pro League ended after a 2-0 home loss to Neom on Monday.

ESPN · 4h ago

Mbappé defends work rate, talks up Ballon d'Or

Kylian Mbappé launched a passionate defence of his playing style, denying that his work-rate off the ball -- alongside teammate Vinícius Júnior -- is an issue for Real Madrid.

ESPN · 4h ago

Kane hopes 'best season' earns historic Ballon d'Or

Harry Kane has said he is happy to be in contention for the Ballon d'Or and that he is "extremely proud" of his stunning goalscoring campaign last season.

ESPN · 4h ago

Poch 'careful' with young stars for USMNT camp

USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino said that while he is happy about the potential of young players in the U.S. pool, "we need to be careful" amid the buzz around Philadelphia Union's Cavan Sullivan and NYRB's Julian Hall.

ESPN · 4h ago

Belgium won't back Infantino bid, cite Balogun red

The Belgian football federation said it can't support Gianni Infantino's bid for another term as FIFA president, citing transparency and governance issues and the way FIFA handled clearing Folarin Balogun from a mandator

ESPN · 4h ago

📝Ranked: The Top 50 PL transfers by true cost

There's how much a transfer costs vs. what a club can afford to pay. We've ranked the *actual* 50 most expensive transfers of the 2026 summer window.

ESPN · 4h ago

MLS Power Rankings: Griezmann catapults Orlando into the playoff picture

With eight goal contributions in eight games since joining the Lions, Antoine Griezmann has turned around Orlando's season.

ESPN · 4h ago

NWSL Power Rankings: Washington leaps to top spot as Gotham, San Diego slip up

With Gotham and San Diego each suffering defeats, Washington is the new leader in our rankings.

ESPN · 4h ago

Chiesa might leave Liverpool - Tuesday's gossip

Federico Chiesa's future at Liverpool is in doubt, Jadon Sancho might return to the Premier League, Real Madrid's Endrick is attracting interest from Italy, plus more.

BBC Sport · 7h ago

Maresca eyes rest for busy dad Haaland as Manchester City prepare for Porto

Norwegian forward has played every minute of seasonParenting duties have changed player’s ‘priorities’Enzo Maresca believes Erling Haaland has become “complete” as his priorities have changed after the birth of the Manch

The Guardian · 7h ago

Emery ready to ignite Aston Villa’s season at Club Brugge after familiar slow start

Manager remains calm despite his side taking one point and scoring no goals in opening three Premier League gamesUnai Emery is not panicking. He may kick every ball on the touchline but, behind closed doors, Aston Villa’

The Guardian · 9h ago

Champions League returns - who are favourites and players to watch?

The Champions League is back and BBC Sport take a look at who the favourites are to win the title plus predictions from the experts.

BBC Sport · 9h ago

Arsenal show Chelsea, Premier League who's boss; Inter the team to beat in Serie A

Arsenal looked rattled against Chelsea thanks to an early goal, but Mikel Arteta's side quickly showed why it's the team to beat in England. Plus, Inter prove they are Serie A's top team. Gab Marcotti recaps the weekend.

ESPN · 10h ago

Champions League Power Rankings before MD1: Who's No. 1?

It's time for the UEFA Champions League! Before each matchday, our panel of experts and voters will rank the top 10 teams in the field to give you a sense of the contenders and pretenders. Where does your club rank?

ESPN · 11h ago

Can Mourinho lead Real Madrid to UCL glory and prove how special he really is?

Jose Mourinho's career nosedived after he left Real Madrid in 2013. Can he return to glory?

ESPN · 11h ago

Transfer rumors, news: Chelsea eye Scott to replace Enzo Fernández

Monaco are keen to move on from U.S. striker Folarin Balogun, and Saudi clubs are keen to take him in. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN · 11h ago

Putellas to Bayern; Paralluelo to Arsenal: Women's transfers we wish we'd seen

There were plenty of big transfer moves in women's soccer this summer, but which players would have been a better fit elsewhere?

ESPN · 11h ago

‘Safety, security and service’: behind the scenes with police at Arsenal v Chelsea

Facial recognition and spotters part of operation at Emirates that involved a dozen incidents and two arrestsThe concourses are silent when, deep in the Emirates Stadium’s bowels, Chief Inspector Pete Dearden’s briefing

The Guardian · 11h ago

Papers: Man Utd monitoring Dortmund star Nmecha

The top stories and transfer rumours from Tuesday's newspapers...

Sky Sports · 12h ago

Mauricio Pochettino wants the US to become ‘one of the most powerful countries in soccer’

As he prepares for the upcoming international window, the US head coach spoke about Folarin Balogun, the LA Olympics and dual national playersIt’s been two months since the US men’s national team crashed out of the World

The Guardian · 12h ago

Motherwell fail to cut fine for Celtic penalty reaction

Motherwell fail in an attempt to reduce a £5,000 fine for their reaction to a last-gasp penalty award to Celtic at Fir Park in May, but former player Elliot Watt's suspension has been cut.

BBC Sport · 12h ago

Edu leaves Nottingham Forest after turbulent spell

Global head of football Edu leaves Nottingham Forest after just over a year at the City Ground.

BBC Sport · 13h ago

Joey Barton to remain in custody until trial after bail application turned down

Former footballer accused of attack outside golf clubHis trial has been pushed back to March next yearThe former footballer Joey Barton will remain in custody until his trial next year after a bail application was refuse

The Guardian · 13h ago

Chelsea explored move for Fulham midfielder Berge

Chelsea showed late interest in Fulham's Sander Berge as they attempted to strengthen their midfield options before Enzo Fernandez's departure.

BBC Sport · 13h ago

Can Kane buck history and win Ballon d'Or?

History suggests Ballon d’Or winners come from those who have recently lifted one of football's biggest trophies. Can Harry Kane become a rare exception?

BBC Sport · 13h ago

Who will be new Liverpool sporting director - and what issues do they face?

The possible candidates to succeed Richard Hughes - plus the numerous tasks facing Liverpool's next sporting director.

BBC Sport · 13h ago

American consortium cleared to buy Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury Town's long-running takeover saga is set to end after an American consortium is granted approval to buy the club.

BBC Sport · 14h ago

Chelsea’s midfield a headache for Alonso after Arsenal press advantage | Jacob Steinberg

There was a gulf between the teams in the middle of the park, with Moisés Caicedo’s absence hurting the visitorsThere have been seasons when Chelsea have turned up at the Emirates Stadium and parked the bus. “You know, I

The Guardian · 14h ago

All the goals from the opening weekend of the WSL

Watch every goal from the opening weekend of the Women's Super League 2026-27 season.

BBC Sport · 14h ago

Monaco kept their best players and are top of Ligue 1 – but at what cost?

You might think Monaco have plenty to cheer about, especially after their 2-1 win at PSG, but it’s complicatedBy Get French Football NewsWhen a manager says that “no player is more important than the club”, it is usually

The Guardian · 14h ago

Barton to remain in custody before 2027 trial

The former footballer, who is accused of an assault at a golf club, has been refused bail.

BBC Sport · 15h ago

Fitter, happier, more productive: Arsenal could hardly have started better | Jonathan Wilson

It’s still very early but Mikel Arteta’s side are playing with an authority and freshness that eluded them at times last seasonSign up for our free newsletter hereThree league games played, three games won. For Arsenal t

The Guardian · 15h ago

EFL latest: Wolves sign Traore on one-year deal

Sky Sports · 15h ago