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Premier League live scores: Latest news and updates as Leeds host Spurs in early kick-off
Premier League Saturday games — latest Four Premier League matches take place today, with Leeds and Tottenham contesting the early kick-off. Later, Arsenal host Hull, Newcastle travel to Fulham and Manchester City go to Nottingham Forest.
Everton vs Coventry live updates: Premier League match team news, predictions and more
Everton vs Coventry — latest Everton host Coventry in the first game of the Premier League weekend. David Moyes' men have lost just two of their 11 games in all competitions this season, and can move into the Champions League places with a win today. Coventry, meanwhile, have won three of their last five in the league and have moved two points clear of the relegation zone. Start: 8pm GMT, 3pm ET Watch: Sky Sports (UK), USA Network (U.S.) Get involved by emailing us at live@theathletic.com.
Premier League news live updates: Latest injury news and FPL tips ahead of this weekend’s matches
Follow live for the build-up, team news and FPL advice before matchweek 10. Champions Arsenal host Hull this weekend looking to extend their lead atop the Premier League table. Subscribe to The Athletic now If you’re a sports fan, The Athletic is the best place to be for all of your Premier League, Champions League and international coverage in the soccer. Add that to the MLB postseason, ongoing NFL, NHL and NBA campaigns plus the biggest global sports, and we've well and truly got you covered.
Champions League scores: Latest news and updates with Liverpool, Arsenal and Real Madrid in action
Champions League scores — Latest Champions League action continues today with nine games taking place across Europe. Liverpool travel to face Fenerbahce in one of the two early matches, with Real Madrid also in action against AEK Athens at 5:45pm GMT. Arsenal are in the Czech capital to face Slavia Prague later on, while Manchester City are in Germany where they play RB Leipzig.
Manchester United vs Roma live updates: Champions League match team news, predictions and more
Manchester United vs Roma — latest Manchester United host Roma in the Champions League today looking for their first win in 10. United are on a dour nine-match winless run, with head coach Michael Carrick under serious pressure. The home side will be looking to beat Roma to overtake the Italian side in the league-phase standings.
F1 Mexico GP live updates: Follow latest from Qualifying and FP3 today
Join the conversation on The Athletic We want to hear from you. How great is Kimi Antonelli's achievement if he wins the title at just 20 today? Which driver will be most frustrated with not having more success this season? And who's your team and driver to watch ahead of the next campaign? Let us know! Join the race day discussion at the top of the page or email us at: live@theathletic.com and we will try to feature some of your comments in our live coverage, so get typing.
Premier League live scores: Chelsea and Manchester United kick off busy Saturday slate of fixtures
Premier League live scores — latest Premier League matchweek nine kicks off with Chelsea vs Manchester United today. Manchester City vs Brighton and Tottenham vs Crystal Palace are among the later matches. Follow below for all the latest updates from our expert team of reporters and writers.
Premier League live scores: Chelsea and Manchester United kick off busy Saturday slate of fixtures
Premier League live scores — latest Premier League matchweek nine kicks off with Chelsea vs Manchester United today. Manchester City vs Brighton and Tottenham vs Crystal Palace are among the later matches. Follow below for all the latest updates from our expert team of reporters and writers.
F1 Mexico GP live updates: Follow latest from practice today
Mexico Grand Prix practice — latest Practice begins today in Mexico City ahead of the Formula 1 Mexico Grand Prix this weekend. Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli needs to finish in ninth or better in Sunday's race to become the youngest ever F1 world champion. Start time: 2:30pm ET; 6:30pm GMT Watch: Apple TV (U.S.); Sky Sports (UK) Get in touch: live@theathletic.com Current drivers’ standings Here’s how the top of the drivers’ championship standings looks ahead of this weekend’s Mexican Grand Prix.
Premier League news live updates: Latest injury news and FPL tips ahead of this weekend’s matches
Premier League news live updates — latest Premier League managers are speaking to the media today ahead of Premier League matchweek nine. Over the weekend, Chelsea host struggling Manchester United and Liverpool welcome champions Arsenal. Follow below for all the latest including team news, injury updates and Fantasy Premier League (FPL) tips.
Liverpool vs Chelsea live updates: Carabao Cup match team news, predictions and more
Liverpool vs Chelsea — latest Liverpool and Chelsea face off for a spot in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals today. Andoni Iraola's side are record 10-time winners of the competition and host the match at Anfield. The visitors will be looking to respond after a disappointing defeat against rivals Tottenham last time out.
Ballon d’Or 2026 live updates: Start time, news and ranking all today’s contenders
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Ballon d’Or 2026 — Latest The world’s best footballers will be honoured at today’s 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony at the London Palladium. Harry Kane, Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe are among the contenders for the men’s prize, won last year by Ousmane Dembele. Aitana Bonmati, meanwhile, missed most of last season through injury — opening the door to a new winner of the Women’s Ballon d’Or for the first time in three years.
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Ballon d’Or 2026 live updates: Start time, news and ranking all today’s contenders
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Ballon d’Or 2026 — Latest The world’s best footballers will be honoured at today’s 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony at the London Palladium. Harry Kane, Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe are among the contenders for the men’s prize, won last year by Ousmane Dembele. Aitana Bonmati, meanwhile, missed most of last season through injury — opening the door to a new winner of the Women’s Ballon d’Or for the first time in three years.
By Luke Brown Verified, Max Mathews Verified, Jack Pitt-Brooke Verified, Greg O'Keeffe Verified, George Ramsay Verified, Sebastian Stafford-Bloor
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The New York Times
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Barcelona vs Real Madrid live updates: El Clasico predictions, team news and more
Barcelona vs Real Madrid — latest Barcelona host Real Madrid in the latest edition of the El Clasico rivalry at Camp Nou today. Hansi Flick's reigning champions are top of La Liga after nine wins from nine to begin the season and will go for No 10 today. Jose Mourinho's Madrid, meanwhile, sat third ahead of the weekend and will be hoping to cut the hosts' lead to three.
Premier League live scores: Latest news, updates and analysis from today’s fixtures
Premier League updates — latest Aston Villa host Manchester City in the first of four Premier League matches across the country today. Champions Arsenal host Everton and Coventry face Fulham before Chelsea welcome Tottenham in a London derby. Follow live updates from all the games, plus insight and analysis from our expert team of reporters and writers below.
Premier League live scores: Latest updates Konsa goal sees Arsenal lead Everton
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Premier League updates — latest Arsenal face Everton and Coventry face Fulham as Premier League action continues today. In the early game, Nicolas Jackson's double saw Aston Villa beat Manchester City 2-1 to end the leaders’ perfect start. Later, Chelsea host Tottenham in a fierce London derby. Chelsea vs Spurs start: 5.30pm BST, 12.30pm ET Watch Chelsea vs Spurs: Sky Sports (UK), Peacock (U.S.) Join the matchday discussion or email live@theathletic.com Over to Conor O'Neill in the West Midlands...
By Max Mathews Verified, Tom Burrows Verified, Steve Madeley Verified, Art de Roche Verified, Patrick Boyland, Conor O'Neill Verified, Charlotte Harpur Verified, Oliver Kay Verified, Amy Lawrence Verified
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Tottenham vs Coventry live updates: Premier League match team news, predictions and more
Tottenham vs Coventry live updates: Premier League match team news, predictions and more Live updates as struggling Spurs host Coventry in the Premier League today. October 19, 2026 at 12:30 PM EDT Tottenham head coach Roberto De Zerbi will hope to secure their first league win of the season today. Getty Images Tottenham vs Coventry — latest Tottenham host Coventry in a battle of two sides towards the bottom of the Premier League today.
Premier League live scores: Latest news, updates and analysis from today’s fixtures
Premier League live scores: Latest news, updates and analysis from today’s fixtures Follow live with five games taking place across the Premier League today. Max Mathews and Nancy Froston October 17, 2026 at 5:10 AM EDT Chelsea travel to Everton for today's first Premier League game. Getty Images Everton vs Chelsea — Latest Everton welcome Chelsea in the first of five Premier League games taking place today.
Premier League live scores: Latest score and goals with Liverpool, Man City in action after Chelsea beat Everton
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Premier League live scores: Latest score and goals with Liverpool, Man City in action after Chelsea beat Everton Follow live with five matches taking place across the Premier League today. Max Mathews and Nancy Froston October 17, 2026 at 4:20 PM GMT+2 Man City and Liverpool are among the sides in action in the mid-afternoon Premier League games. Getty Images Premier League — latest Manchester City and Liverpool are among the sides playing as Premier League action continues.
By Nancy Froston Verified, Anantaajith Raghuraman, Max Mathews Verified, Liam Tharme Verified, Patrick Boyland, James Pearce Verified, Sam Lee Verified, Daniel Taylor Verified
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Manchester City vs PSG live updates: Haaland scores again in chaotic Champions League match
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Atletico Madrid vs Manchester United live updates: Visitors trail in Champions League after first-minute Barrios goal
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Atletico Madrid vs Manchester United live updates: Visitors trail in Champions League after first-minute Barrios goal Follow live from Manchester United's visit to the Spanish capital as the Champions League returns. October 13, 2026 at 3:39 PM EDT Manchester United conceded in the first minute of their first Champions League away game in three years.
By Ed Mackey, Max Mathews Verified, George Ramsay Verified, Dermot Corrigan Verified, Cerys R Jones, Laurie Whitwell Verified, Steve Madeley Verified
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The New York Times
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Coventry vs Newcastle live updates: Premier League match team news, predictions and more
Coventry vs Newcastle live updates: Premier League match team news, predictions and more Follow live as Frank Lampard's Coventry host Newcastle in the PL today. October 12, 2026 at 12:15 PM EDT Frank Lampard will manage Coventry's match against Newcastle today. Getty Images Coventry vs Newcastle — latest Coventry City host Newcastle United in the final match of Premier League matchweek six today.
Premier League live scores: Latest news, updates and analysis from today’s fixtures Follow live as the Premier League returns today after the international break. October 10, 2026 at 5:15 AM EDT Mikel Arteta's Arsenal are among the teams in action as the Premier League returns today after a three-week international break. Getty Images Arsenal vs Leeds — Latest Arsenal host Leeds in the first of six Premier League matches as domestic action resumes today after a long international break.
Premier League live scores: Latest updates as Spurs dominate insipid Man Utd amid boos at Old Trafford
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Premier League live scores: Latest updates as Spurs dominate insipid Man Utd amid boos at Old Trafford Follow live as the Premier League returns today after the international break. October 10, 2026 at 1:35 PM EDT Manchester United are in action against Tottenham in the final Premier League match of the day. Getty Images Premier League scores — latest Six Premier League matches take place today as domestic action resumes today after a long international break.
By Max Mathews Verified, Steve Madeley Verified, Liam Twomey Verified, Elias Burke Verified, Cerys R Jones, Thom Harris, George Caulkin Verified, Laurie Whitwell Verified
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The New York Times
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Premier League live scores: Latest updates with Arsenal and Leeds goalless in first of today's fixtures
Premier League live scores: Latest updates with Arsenal and Leeds goalless in first of today's fixtures Follow live as the Premier League returns today after the international break. October 10, 2026 at 8:31 AM EDT Mikel Arteta's Arsenal are among the teams in action as the Premier League returns today. Getty Images Arsenal vs Leeds — PL scores latest Arsenal are facing Leeds in the first of six Premier League matches as domestic action resumes today after a long international break.
Lionel Messi live updates: Latest as Messi makes final Argentina appearance against Benin
Lionel Messi live updates: Latest as Messi makes final Argentina appearance against Benin Follow live as one of the GOATs plays his final international match today. October 6, 2026 at 12:30 PM EDT Lionel Messi signs off from international duty as Argentina face Benin today. Getty Images Lionel Messi's international farewell — latest Lionel Messi, one of the greatest soccer players of all time, signs off from international duty tonight as Argentina faces Benin.
Croatia vs England live updates: Nations League latest with four first-half goals from rampant visitors
Croatia vs England live updates: Nations League latest with four first-half goals from rampant visitors Follow live as England resume their campaign against Croatia in Rijeka today. October 3, 2026 at 1:09 PM EDT Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham have both scored for England against Croatia. Getty Images Croatia 0-4 England — latest England are running riot against Croatia as the sides meet in the Nations League, scoring four without reply in the first half.
England vs Spain live updates: Nations League team news, predictions and more
England vs Spain live updates: Nations League team news, predictions and more Follow live as Thomas Tuchel's side face the world and European champions at Wembley. Ed Mackey and George Ramsay September 26, 2026 at 10:30 AM EDT Ballon d'Or-chasing Harry Kane is looking to add to his 85 England goals. Getty Images England vs Spain — latest England welcome World Cup winners Spain in the Nations League to begin their international break today.
Manchester City charges live updates: Club found guilty of breaching Premier League financial regulations
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Manchester City charges live updates: Club found guilty of breaching Premier League financial regulations Follow live reaction to the breaking news that Manchester City have been found guilty on all but one of the 115 charges September 25, 2026 at 5:09 PM GMT+2 The Premier League brought the charges in February 2023 Getty Greetings from the Portuguese Football Federation’s HQ in Lisbon, where I’m currently acting as a bodyguard to stop people coming through the door of the room where David...
By David Ornstein Verified, Laura Williamson, Ed Mackey, Nancy Froston Verified, Chris Weatherspoon, Max Mathews Verified
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The New York Times
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Premier League news: Live weekend reaction including first Arsenal loss, another Tottenham defeat
Premier League news: Live weekend reaction including first Arsenal loss, another Tottenham defeat Follow latest reaction after Arsenal dropped to second and Spurs went bottom. Ed Mackey and Max Mathews September 21, 2026 at 4:31 AM EDT Arsenal lost for the first time this season at Brighton on an eventful Premier League weekend. Getty Images Subscribe to The Athletic now The Athletic There is no better place for a sports fan than The Athletic.
Fulham vs Manchester United live updates: Premier League match team news, predictions, more
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Fulham vs Manchester United live updates: Premier League match team news, predictions, more Man Utd travel to Fulham in the final Premier League game of the weekend. September 20, 2026 at 3:32 PM GMT+2 Fulham host Manchester United today hoping to climb off the bottom of the Premier League table. Getty Images Fulham vs Manchester United — latest Fulham host Manchester United today in the final Premier League fixture before the international break.
By George Ramsay Verified, Chris McKenna Verified, Chris Mckenna Verified, Dermot Corrigan Verified, Steve Madeley Verified, Max Mathews Verified, Andy Mitten Verified, Stuart James Verified
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The New York Times
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Brentford vs Chelsea live updates: Premier League match team news, predictions and more Follow live updates from the opening fixture of the Premier League weekend. September 18, 2026 at 10:15 AM EDT Xabi Alonso will take charge of Chelsea at Brentford today. Getty Images Brentford vs Chelsea — latest Brentford take on Chelsea in a West London derby in the Premier League today.
Premier League live: Latest news, FPL advice and buildup to this weekend’s fixtures
Premier League live: Latest news, FPL advice and buildup to this weekend’s fixtures Follow live with all the latest news ahead of another weekend of Premier League action. September 18, 2026 at 4:10 AM EDT The final round of Premier League matches before the international break take place this weekend. Getty Images Premier League news — latest The Premier League returns for matchweek five of the new season, starting with Brentford vs Chelsea today.
Leeds vs Newcastle live updates: Premier League match team news, predictions and more
Leeds vs Newcastle live updates: Premier League match team news, predictions and more Follow live as Leeds United take on Newcastle United in the Premier League. September 14, 2026 at 12:15 PM EDT Newcastle travel to Leeds in the Premier League today. Getty Images Leeds United vs Newcastle United — latest Leeds host Newcastle today in the Premier League as both look to preserve unbeaten starts to the season.
Premier League news: Live reaction to this weekend including controversial Manchester derby
Premier League news: Live reaction to this weekend including controversial Manchester derby Follow the latest reaction after the Premier League refereeing body admits an ‘error of judgement’ during the Manchester derby. Max Mathews and Nancy Froston September 14, 2026 at 4:12 AM EDT Erling Haaland celebrates on Sunday.
Manchester United vs Manchester City live updates: Premier League derby latest
Manchester United vs Manchester City live updates: Premier League derby latest Follow live from the first Manchester derby of the season at Old Trafford. Steve Madeley and Ed Mackey September 13, 2026 at 8:30 AM EDT Manchester United host their neighbours in the first derby of the season. Getty Images Manchester United vs Manchester City — Latest The first Manchester derby of the season sees United host City at Old Trafford in the Premier League.
Arsenal take on Sunderland plus reaction to today’s Premier League results: Live updates
Arsenal take on Sunderland plus reaction to today’s Premier League results: Live updates Follow live as reigning champions Arsenal take on Sunderland. George Ramsay and The Athletic Live Team September 12, 2026 at 2:46 PM EDT Arsenal take on Sunderland in the late game today.
U.S. Open 2026 live updates: Women’s final latest as Aryna Sabalenka takes on Elena Rybakina
U.S. Open 2026 live updates: Women’s final latest as Aryna Sabalenka takes on Elena Rybakina Follow our live coverage from the U.S. Open women's singles final in New York. September 12, 2026 at 12:15 PM EDT The women's singles final at the U.S. Open takes place today.
Tottenham vs Everton live updates: Latest from north London plus reaction to today’s Premier League results
Tottenham vs Everton live updates: Latest from north London plus reaction to today’s Premier League results Follow live as Tottenham aim to secure their first win of the season against Everton.
Premier League live scores: Latest news, updates and analysis from today’s fixtures
Premier League live scores: Latest news, updates and analysis from today’s fixtures Follow live from across today's top-flight fixtures on matchday four. George Ramsay and The Athletic Live Team September 12, 2026 at 7:22 AM EDT Bournemouth fans head to today’s game Getty Premier League live scores The Premier League’s fourth matchweek begins across England today and you can follow all of the action live with The Athletic.
Shelton vs. Tiafoe live updates: U.S. Open semifinal latest, including start time and preview
Shelton vs. Tiafoe live updates: U.S. Open semifinal latest, including start time and preview Follow live coverage of the all-American men's semifinal from Flushing Meadows. The Athletic Live Team and more September 11, 2026 at 5:15 PM EDT Ben Shelton will face Francis Tiafoe tonight. Getty Images U.S. Open men's semifinals — Latest Ben Shelton battles fellow U.S. player Frances Tiafoe for a spot in the U.S. Open final today.
Champions League scores: Latest news and updates from today’s games
Champions League scores: Latest news and updates from today’s games Follow live updates from match week one in the Champions League. The Athletic Live Team and more September 9, 2026 at 11:15 AM EDT The new league phase of this season's Champions League begins today across Europe. Getty Images Champions League league phase — latest The first matches of the league phase in the 2026-27 Champions League continue across Europe today.
Champions League live updates: Barcelona lead after early goals, Arsenal and Liverpool to come later
Champions League live updates: Barcelona lead after early goals, Arsenal and Liverpool to come later Follow live updates from match week one in the Champions League. September 9, 2026 at 7:20 PM GMT+2 Raphinha opened the scoring for Barcelona in the second minute. Getty Images Champions League league phase — latest Matchweek 1 of the league phase in the 2026-27 Champions League continues today.
Champions League live scores: Latest news and updates from today’s games
Champions League live scores: Latest news and updates from today’s games Follow live updates from around Europe on Champions League matchday one. September 8, 2026 at 11:15 AM EDT The new league phase of this season's Champions League begins today across Europe. Getty Images Champions League league phase — latest The league phase of the 2026-27 Champions League gets underway across Europe today.
Champions League live scores: Latest news, updates today with Aston Villa lead cut after Tresoldi goal
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Champions League live scores: Latest news, updates today with Aston Villa lead cut after Tresoldi goal Follow live updates from around Europe on Champions League matchday one. September 8, 2026 at 8:15 PM GMT+2 The league phase of the 2026-27 Champions League is underway today Getty Images Champions League league phase — latest The league phase of the 2026-27 Champions League is now underway across Europe today.
By Max Mathews Verified, Steve Madeley Verified, Nancy Froston Verified, Jacob Tanswell Verified, Ahmed Walid
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Arsenal vs Chelsea live updates: Premier League match team news, predictions, more
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Arsenal vs Chelsea live updates: Premier League match team news, predictions, more Follow live as champions Arsenal host Chelsea in a London derby today. September 6, 2026 at 4:20 PM GMT+2 Arsenal welcome London rivals Chelsea to the Emirates Stadium today. Getty Images Arsenal vs Chelsea — latest The weekend’s Premier League action concludes today with Arsenal hosting Chelsea at the Emirates.
By George Ramsay Verified, Max Mathews Verified, Jack Lang Verified, Art de Roche Verified, Nancy Froston Verified, Tim Spiers Verified, Simon Johnson Verified, Nick Miller
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The New York Times
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Transfer deadline day live updates: Latest news on Arsenal, Liverpool, Man Utd and more
Transfer deadline day live updates: Latest news on Arsenal, Liverpool, Man Utd and more Follow live updates from the final day of the summer transfer window today. September 1, 2026 at 2:15 AM EDT Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez is among the players who could be making a move on transfer deadline day. Getty Images Transfer deadline day — latest Transfer deadline day is upon us as clubs across Europe make their final moves of the summer window.
Transfer deadline day live updates: Latest news on Arsenal, Liverpool, Man Utd and more
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Transfer deadline day live updates: Latest news on Arsenal, Liverpool, Man Utd and more Follow live updates from the final day of the summer transfer window today. September 1, 2026 at 5:43 AM EDT Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez is among the players who could be making a move on transfer deadline day. Getty Images Transfer deadline day — latest Transfer deadline day is upon us as clubs across Europe make their final moves of the summer window.
By Max Mathews Verified, Patrick Boyland, Richard Sutcliffe Verified, Andy Naylor Verified, Nancy Froston Verified, Ed Mackey, Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, Beren Cross Verified, James McNicholas Verified, James Pearce Verified
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The New York Times
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Transfer deadline day live updates: Man City agree Enzo Fernandez deal with Chelsea, and more
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Transfer deadline day live updates: Man City agree Enzo Fernandez deal with Chelsea, and more Follow live updates from the final day of the summer transfer window today. September 1, 2026 at 2:46 PM EDT Manchester City have agreed a deal to sign Enzo Fernandez. Getty Images Leeds reach Bahoya agreement Getty Images Leeds United have reached an agreement in principle with Eintracht Frankfurt for Jean-Matteo Bahoya.
By Ed Mackey, Beren Cross Verified, Gregg Evans Verified, Mario Cortegana Verified, Max Mathews Verified, Simon Johnson Verified, Matt Woosnam Verified, Paul Taylor, Laia Cervelló Herrero Verified, George Ramsay Verified, Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, Colin Millar Verified, Patrick Boyland, Andy Naylor Verified, Jacob Tanswell Verified, Oliver Kay Verified
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Crystal Palace vs Manchester City live updates: Premier League match team news, predictions and more
Crystal Palace vs Manchester City live updates: Premier League match team news, predictions and more Follow live as Enzo Maresca’s City face Palace in south London on Friday night. Nancy Froston and Ed Mackey August 28, 2026 at 10:30 AM EDT Manchester City are aiming to continue their winning start under new manager Enzo Maresca at Selhurst Park today. Getty Images Palace vs Man City — Latest Crystal Palace host Manchester City to begin the second weekend of the 2026-27 Premier League.
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