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Bradley Barcola’s clinical hat-trick inspires Liverpool to 6-3 rout of Lask. Liverpool cleansed themselves from the stains of defeat by Manchester City at the earliest opportunity.
Wolves striker Jimenez to have knee surgery. Wolves' veteran striker Raul Jimenez is to have knee surgery - and is now expected to be out of action until January.
East Fife sack Campbell as Lennon steps in at Dumbarton. East Fife part ways with veteran manager Dick Campbell as Danny Lennon temporarily replaces Frank McKeown at Dumbarton.
Millwall's Neil criticised over racial abuse stoppage comments. Anti-racism campaign group Kick It Out calls on managers to "set the tone" after Millwall boss Alex Neil criticises halting a game following an accusation of abuse.
Manchester City staff invited on government trade trip to India. Exclusive: Greater Manchester mayor Bev Craig invited City representative on trade trip organised by business secretary A club representative from Manchester City was invited on a government-backed trade delegation to India this week, despite the club being found guilty of 114 breaches of Premier League rules.
MLS’s political speech policy is untenable – just ask Austin FC fans. The protests around an anti-ICE T-shirt show that politics can never be separated from sports, especially now On 26 September, Daniela Silva was expelled from Austin FC’s match with San Diego FC for wearing a T-shirt reading “Abolish ICE”.
Fifa to offer extra £2.6bn for football development. Fifa is set to propose a $3.4bn increase in the amount of money it hands out for football development across the world.
Jason Wilcox: ‘best eyes’ at Manchester United or promoted too far and too fast?. Director of football is tarnished by recruitment record and Amorim stint but has received glowing review from above Lisandro Martínez is not naive.
Dionisi set to remain in charge of Watford. BBC Three Counties Radio report Watford are set to stick with head coach Alessio Dionisi despite a run of four successive defeats
Semenyo 'froze' after alleged racist abuse, court told. A Liverpool fan denies racially aggravated behaviour during a match against Bournemouth in 2025.
Big scorelines, one-sided games - are Women's World Cup play-offs working?. The ease in which England saw off Greece in round one of the Women's World Cup qualifying play-offs showed just how inefficient the structure currently is.
Cliftonville stripped of League Cup win as treble hopes end. Cliftonville's hopes of a domestic treble are over after they were stripped of their Women's League Cup title for fielding two ineligible players in the final.
Gianni Infantino faces grilling at potentially ‘explosive’ Fifa council meeting. World Cup sell-off, Balogun and peace prize on agenda Opponents will press home need for independent review Gianni Infantino will be questioned by Fifa council members over his involvement in the aborted World Cup sell-off plan , the Folarin Balogun affair and the decision to award Donald Trump the inaugural Fifa peace prize at what is expected to be a heated meeting at the world governing body’s headquarters on Thursday.
Fan cleared of assaults after fall from Ipswich stand. Away fan John Ryan toppled from the upper tier at Ipswich Town's ground and landed on home supporters.
Sunderland hope to enjoy warmth in Portugal after 53 years away. Black Cats can reboot season against Torreense in Europa League in break from tough start to the Premier League There is a pleasing symmetry about Sunderland’s Europa League trip to Portugal to face Torreense on Thursday night.
Could Danish model help Scotland solve talent crisis?. How Nordsjaelland have become a powerhouse of youth football development - and what Scottish clubs could learn from them.
Struijk has red card shown after VAR intervention overturned. The red card controversially shown to Brighton defender Pascal Struijk against Sunderland is overturned.
Burnham had two hospitality dinners with Man City chairman, deleted records show. The prime minister has been under growing pressure since the club was found guilty of Premier League rule breaches.
Hong Kong club hope David Silva can be their hero – but just for one day. Former Manchester City player is coming out of retirement at 40 to play one match for ambitious Supreme Sha Tin Hong Kong, China (as is the official football name), has long tried to follow the advice of Han Solo in Return of the Jedi: keeping their distance from China while trying not to look like they are keeping their distance.
Tottenham’s forgotten man Richarlison scores for under-21s: ‘I was missing it’. Brazilian in limbo after being left out of first team Cheltenham’s Cotterill: ‘His attitude was great’ Tottenham’s forgotten man Richarlison has been hailed for his “immaculate” attitude after he scored for the club’s under-21s on Tuesday night.
'Possessed' Davidson fills Weir gap as Scots set up glamour Sweden tie. Erin Cuthbert praises Lauren Davidson as Scotland overcome Caroline Weir's absence to set up a World Cup play-off tie with Sweden.
Parkinson demands response after Wrexham ship costly late goals. Wrexham boss Phil Parkinson says criticism is inevitable after their home Championship defeat by West Bromwich Albion.
Listen: Focus on Championship as Stenhousemuir feel heat. A big weekend in the SPFL as Championship, League One and League Two races take shape.
Makhanya being tracked - Wednesday's gossip. Rangers are under no pressure to sell Olwethu Makhanya - but the 22-year-old South Africa defender is attracting plenty of interest.
South African striker swaps Sunday league for Champions League. A former student from Rotherham has climbed the football ladder from the bottom up.
Saka responds to Arteta's challenge with 'huge impact'. Bukayo Saka responds to the challenge set by Mikel Arteta as he comes off the bench to change the game against Lille in the Champions League.
‘I expect more’: Lisandro Martínez hits out at Manchester United hierarchy. Defeat to Atlético Madrid ‘reflects how our club is’ Argentinian says club has not invested enough in players Lisandro Martínez has hit out at the Manchester United hierarchy, blaming the lack of investment as their dismal start to the season continued.
BBC Women's Football Weekly. After two standout displays, has Le Tissier made a case to start alongside Bronze?
McArdle 'really encouraged' despite Portugal loss. Northern Ireland manager Michael McArdle says their play-off defeat by Portugal is "the start of a new identity" despite their heavy 7-1 aggregate loss.
'Unplayable' Stanway a free-scoring warrior for Lionesses. Whatever the game, whatever the result, Georgia Stanway always seems to score for England.
Champions League roundup: Tresoldi hat-trick stuns Inter for Club Brugge win. Inter 4-3 Club Brugge; Galatasaray 1-4 Barcelona Olise sent off as Bayern held 3-3 at Viking Stavanger Club Brugge and their young forward Nicolò Tresoldi shocked Inter 4-3 at San Siro in the Champions League’s result of the night.
Championship roundup: racist chanting mars Swansea’s win at Millwall. Ronald’s last-minute winner keeps Welsh side on top Middlesbrough edge Stoke in thriller; Watford gloom Substitute Ronald scored a last-minute winner to keep Swansea top of the Championship after their match at Millwall was held up for almost seven minutes due to a complaint about racist chanting at the Den.
Republic of Ireland to 'lock in' for World Cup dream. Republic of Ireland captain Katie McCabe is already focused on the final World Cup play-off with Poland after a big win over Kazakhstan.
Martinez issues blistering criticism of Man Utd board after loss. Lisandro Martinez launches a blistering attack on Manchester United's hierarchy for not strengthening the squad following qualification for the Champions League.
Pressure on Norway in play-off final - Wilkinson. Rhian Wilkinson says the pressure will be on Gemma Grainger's Norway in their Women's World Cup play-off final against Wales in December.
Richarlison scores as Spurs under-21s lose in EFL Trophy. Out-of-favour Tottenham striker Richarlison scores for the club's under-21s in their EFL Trophy penalty defeat at Cheltenham.
Leticia McKenna at the double as Matildas’ next generation help trounce Haiti 7-1. Young midfielder scores twice in friendly held in France Galic, Foord, Wheeler and McNamara also on scoresheet A brace from young midfielder Leticia McKenna, a debut goal for Daniela Galic, and further strikes from Caitlin Foord, Clare Wheeler and Holly McNamara helped the Matildas to a 7-1 win over world No 47 Haiti in both teams’ final October friendly in France.
Barrios strikes after 53 seconds as Atlético pile misery on 10-man Manchester United. Michael Carrick had seen it in his players, he said, but no one else can.
Timber’s touch of class and supersub Saka secure Arsenal win against Lille. On a night when Arsenal remembered Ken Friar – the club’s life president who was instrumental in their move from Highbury to the Emirates in 2006, it was fitting that Mikel Arteta’s side should rack up yet another Champions League milestone at their home that has become a fortress.
James and Russo lead rout of Greece as ruthless England set up Ukraine playoff. Playoff semi-final second leg: England 5-0 Greece (agg 8-1) Goalscorers: Russo 3 75, James 16 34, Stanway 30 A mercurial Lauren James scored two and provided an assist in a thrilling four-goal first 45 minutes against Greece, as England put themselves two games away from securing their place at the World Cup.
Porro eyes La Liga return - Wednesday's gossip. Tottenham's Pedro Porro wants Barcelona move, multiple Premier League clubs chase Croatia striker Dion Beljo, Chelsea eye January swoop for Frenkie de Jong.
PSG's Luis Enrique hopes Man City avoid sanctions. PSG boss Luis Enrique says he was surprised to learn Manchester City had been found guilty of breaching Premier League financial rules and hopes the club avoid sanctions.
Iraola has ‘100% trust’ in Wirtz and Barcola but tells others to step up. ‘We need other players to give us those numbers’ Liverpool face Lask in Austria without Isak and Gakpo Andoni Iraola has said he trusts Liverpool’s big-money signings Florian Wirtz and Bradley Barcola “100%” but needs players to step up in the absence of his three leading goalscorers.
Majority of clubs on edge of 'financial disaster' - regulator. Research by the Independent Football Regulator finds 94% of clubs are loss-making, and more than 60% of EFL and National League clubs are technically insolvent.
Bournemouth open to selling Scott for £100m in January. Bournemouth are open to selling England midfielder Alex Scott in January under certain conditions.
Liverpool's Wirtz problem - does he need to be dropped?. More than a year since his £116m move, Florian Wirtz is still struggling to hit top form at Liverpool - so does he need to be dropped?
Independent regulator waiting for Man City appeal. David Kogan, chair of football's independent regulator, says the body has to "go on the evidence" before making any decision in the case against Manchester City.
Patrice Motsepe’s Caf presidency under pressure after Afcon U-turn as Eto’o waits in wings. Rivals lining up to position as potential replacements Afcon tournament expected to return to biennial cycle Patrice Motsepe’s leadership of the Confederation of African Football (Caf) is under growing pressure, with officials from across the continent warning they have lost trust in the president and rivals including Samuel Eto’o positioning themselves potentially to replace him.
Football regulator says he would quit over Man City political interference. The head of English football's independent regulator says he will resign if he encounters any political interference over Manchester City's future.
Majority of clubs on edge of 'financial disaster' - regulator. English football's finances are "dangerously exposed, with the majority of clubs living on the edge of financial disaster", a new report says.
Ipswich supporter 'feared for life' when Maidstone fan fell on her from stand above. A man is accused of assault after falling from the upper tier at Ipswich Town on to home supporters.
Maresca says he would describe Manchester City as ‘cheats’ if he was a United fan. Manager claims City fans suffering more than players Captain Rúben Dias: ‘We’re calm.
'Criticised for what?' - Maresca defends Anfield celebrations. Manager Enzo Maresca reacts to criticism of Manchester City's celebrations after their win at Liverpool by saying: "What do you want us to do?"
Bloom keeps faith in Hearts title ambition. Investor Tony Bloom says he would be "really disappointed" if Hearts fail to win the Scottish Premiership by 2035.
Ronaldo scores after match delayed by missile alert. Cristiano Ronaldo scores as Al-Nassr win an AFC Champions League match which is delayed by an hour because of a missile alert in Riyadh.
Christian Pulisic is no longer a focal point for the US or Milan – and that’s OK. The winger is 28, and younger teammates are rising into the high-pressure spots he has usually occupied Usually, the second weekend of October sees Christian Pulisic flanked by compatriots as the Star-Spangled Banner plays.
Is Man Utd's Fernandes issue a symptom or reason for their form?. Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes is yet to reach the highs of last season - is it because of his side's poor start or the reason for it?
Fresh concerns over 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia after missile strikes in Riyadh. Situation is being monitored by global players’ union Fifpro Tournament is due to kick off in January with five venues in Riyadh Asia’s elite men’s footballers are on edge as they prepare to travel to conflict-affected Saudi Arabia for January’s Asian Cup.
Coventry announce themselves back in the big time. Coventry climb out of the relegation zone after ending their 25-year wait for a top-flight goal and victory in front of their own fans.
Ronaldo’s Asian Champions League match delayed by missile alert in Riyadh. Kick-off put back by an hour after attack intercepted Portuguese legend scores in Al-Nassr’s 3-1 victory Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr saw their Asian Champions League match delayed by an hour on Monday after the Saudi-led military coalition said it had intercepted a missile fired by the Houthis towards Riyadh.
Lampard keeping 'feet on ground' following big win over Newcastle. Coventry City head coach Frank Lampard gives his thoughts after his side pick up their first home win of the season beating Newcastle 4-1.
Coventry thrash Newcastle to claim first PL home win in 25 years. Coventry City stun Newcastle United with an emphatic 4-1 victory as they win their first Premier League game at home in 25 years.
Coventry land long-awaited home win as Mfuni seals rout of Newcastle. If ever there was validation needed for attack being the best form of defence, Frank Lampard can point to this game.
Man Utd eye Simeone - Tuesday's gossip. Manchester United interested in Atletico Madrid's Giuliano Simeone, Chelsea willing to meet Bournemouth's asking price for Alex Scott, Premier League clubs want Inter's Aleksandar Stankovic.
Carroll thanks public for support over sexual assault. Former England striker Andy Carroll thanks the public for their support after speaking publicly about being sexually assaulted by a man.
‘No negativity’: Carrick still confident at Manchester United despite ‘sticky’ start. United have endured worst league start since 1986-87 Trip to Atlético in Champions League awaits on Tuesday Manchester United have endured their worst league start in 40 years but Michael Carrick insists he is “loving it”.
Burnham’s meeting with Manchester City chair and other contacts with club disclosed. Burnham had formal meeting with Khaldoon al-Mubarak Prime minister was also guest at ‘small number’ of games Andy Burnham had a formal meeting with Manchester City’s chair, Khaldoon al-Mubarak, at an investment summit, chatted to him in the stands at a star player’s testimonial game and was accompanied by staff from the club on official overseas visits.
BBC Women's Football Weekly. How can Sarina Wiegman’s side become more ruthless in the final third?
Do Lionesses lack ruthlessness in front of goal?. England take a two-goal lead into the second leg of their Women's World Cup qualifying play-off against Greece - but should it be more?
Grounded: Rayo Vallecano’s paper planes bring club’s crisis into the open. Long-awaited return to Vallecas lasted just 13 minutes, as supporters made their displeasure with their chair, Raúl Martín Presa, impossible to ignore It took 147 days for Rayo Vallecano to walk out for a competitive game on the Avenida de Albufera and 24 minutes and 56 seconds for them to walk off again.
McCabe and O'Sullivan to feature in Cork - Ward. Republic of Ireland manager Carla Ward confirms that Katie McCabe and Denise O'Sullivan will feature in the second leg of their Women's World Cup play-off against Kazakhstan, despite the Irish holding an 8-0 advantage from the first leg.
Northern Ireland will have 'one last swing' at World Cup place. Boss Michael McArdle says Northern Ireland will have "one last swing" at trying to reach a first Women's World Cup as they look to overcome a four-goal play-off deficit in Portugal.
Hincapié and Zubimendi out after warm-down injuries but Arsenal get Saliba boost. Defender and midfielder hurt after win against Leeds Saliba resumes training on his own after back injury Mikel Arteta has admitted frustration after Piero Hincapié and Martín Zubimendi sustained ankle injuries during the warm-down after Arsenal’s win against Leeds on Saturday .
Alcohol allowed at seats for Scotland's World Cup play-off. Spectators will be able to consume alcohol at their seats when Scotland host the Czech Republic in the second leg of their Women's World Cup play-off in Paisley on Tuesday.
Football regulator to recommend cost controls in landmark report with 94% of clubs making loss. Report published on Tuesday before consultation period It will have recommendations to improve sustainability The Independent Football Regulator (IFR) is to recommend clubs introduce greater cost controls in its long-awaited State of the Game report, to be published on Tuesday.
Silences ended and boos ring out - Leicester and Martin's Savage day. Silences were ended and boos were heard on another tough day for Leicester City as they were beaten by Robbie Savage's Peterborough United.
Daniel Maldini finds his feet at Cagliari after years in family’s Serie A shadow. Son of Paolo and grandson of Cesare struggled to establish himself at Milan but Fabio Pisacane is beginning to unlock his potential in Sardinia The abundance could not last for ever.
Blessin in disguise? Gladbach must scale mountain after derby defeat by Köln. Saïd El Mala’s winner illustrated the task faced by new Die Fohlen manager in reviving an injury-hit team A three-week break was exactly what Borussia Mönchengladbach needed after a chastening start to the Bundesliga campaign and perhaps what their new coach, Alexander Blessin, would have ordered.
Almost half of female footballers are considering retiring early, survey shows. Financial situation and psychological stress cited Fifpro global survey interviewed 800 players Nearly half of female footballers are considering leaving the game early, with financial pressures and mental health struggles the main reasons, according to a Fifpro report highlighting the gulf between the sport’s rapid growth and conditions for most players.
Police officer hurt after Liverpool-Man City game. Ten people were arrested amid a heightened atmosphere when the rival teams met at Anfield on Sunday.