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Raphinha celebrates a goal for Barcelona with Cubarsí and Rodri nearby during a LaLiga match at Spotify Camp Nou.

FC BarcelonaLaLiga11 September 2026

Barcelona's new spine under Flick: Cubarsí, Rodri and Raphinha carry the LaLiga leaders

Barcelona have quietly rebuilt their spine this season, and the early signs point to a more stable collective structure than ever. Joan García, Cubarsí, Rodri and Raphinha form the structural core of a team that radiates balance and gives its biggest talents the freedom to decide matches. The new midfield anchor and the captain's role as a center forward explain the leader's strong start.

Matt

·5 min read

Michael Olise celebrates one of his two goals for Bayern Munich against Bodo/Glimt in the Champions League.

Champions LeagueBayern Munich11 September 2026

Kane hits 55 Champions League goals as Bayern thrash Bodo/Glimt 5-0

Bayern Munich opened their Champions League campaign with a resounding 5-0 victory over Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt. Michael Olise scored twice and Harry Kane netted his 55th goal in Europe's top club competition. The German champions had the game wrapped up well before the break.

InfoBlaugrana

·4 min read

Psychiatrist expert witness testifies in the trial over the death of Diego Armando Maradona and defends Agustina Cosachov's medication treatment.

Serie A10 September 2026

Maradona death trial: Expert witness defends Agustina Cosachov's psychiatric treatment

Psychiatrist and forensic physician Aníbal Areco testified Thursday in the trial over the death of Diego Armando Maradona. The expert called by Agustina Cosachov's defense said the psychiatric medication was appropriate and that Maradona showed normal lab values before being discharged.

Natilla·5 min read

Martin Zubimendi in an Arsenal shirt during a Premier League match, watching the ball in the middle of the pitch.

TransfersArsenal10 September 2026

Zubimendi weighs January Arsenal exit: Chelsea and Real Madrid on alert

Martin Zubimendi is considering leaving Arsenal in the winter window after losing his starting role. Chelsea and Real Madrid are monitoring the 27-year-old Spanish midfielder closely. Everton, meanwhile, are assessing free agents Mauro Icardi and Anthony Martial as possible attacking additions.

varela·5 min read

Kylian Mbappé celebrates a goal in a Real Madrid shirt during a season match, with the Santiago Bernabéu stadium in the background.

Real MadridAwards10 September 2026

Mbappé launches Ballon d'Or campaign with Real Madrid as his biggest platform

Kylian Mbappé has cranked up his Ballon d'Or push. The French forward is using his new chapter at Real Madrid to highlight last season's remarkable scoring numbers and to gather support from influential voices such as José Mourinho and Thierry Henry.

Javi

·7 min read

Imanol Alguacil poses with the Olympiacos shirt during his presentation as the new head coach in Piraeus.

Europa League10 September 2026

Imanol Alguacil takes over Olympiacos as Antonio Cordón returns as sporting director

Olympiacos have appointed Imanol Alguacil as their new head coach, one day after José Luis Mendilibar was dismissed. The Spanish coach arrives in Piraeus alongside Antonio Cordón, who returns as sporting director for the second time and was key to the appointment. The Greek giants are looking to turn around a season that has started far below expectations.

Matt

·5 min read

Fans in a singing section of a LaLiga stadium during a professional football match

LaLigaRules & refereeing10 September 2026

LaLiga reports 14 matches for offensive chanting in Spain's top two divisions

LaLiga has filed 14 separate reports this week with the Spanish Football Federation and the Anti-Violence Commission, covering as many matches from matchdays 3 and 4 in the first and second divisions. The complaints detail chants against Spain, Pedro Sánchez, Catalonia and several clubs, sung in a coordinated manner from specific sections of the stands.

InfoBlaugrana

·7 min read

Jamal Musiala celebrates his goal for Bayern Munich against Bodø/Glimt at the Allianz Arena on matchday one of the Champions League

Champions LeagueBayern Munich10 September 2026

Bayern Munich 5-0 Bodø/Glimt: Musiala shines and Olise bags brace in Champions League opener

Bayern Munich kicked off their Champions League campaign with a dominant 5-0 win over Bodø/Glimt at the Allianz Arena. Jamal Musiala opened the scoring in his first start since neurological issues forced him out in August. Harry Kane and Alphonso Davies also found the net before Michael Olise added two late goals.

Natilla·5 min read

Fenerbahçe head coach Ismail Kartal during the Champions League match against Roma in Istanbul.

Champions League10 September 2026

Fenerbahçe blocks Ismail Kartal's resignation after Roma draw

Ismail Kartal announced his resignation as Fenerbahçe head coach following the 1-1 draw against Roma in the Champions League opener. Minutes later, president Aziz Yildirim rejected the decision and confirmed that the Turkish manager would remain in charge.

varela·5 min read

Todd Boehly and Mark Walter, co-owners of Chelsea, watching a match at Stamford Bridge during Clearlake Capital takeover talks.

ChelseaPremier League10 September 2026

Clearlake Capital nears deal to buy out Todd Boehly and Mark Walter in £5bn Chelsea takeover

Clearlake Capital is closing in on an agreement to buy out Todd Boehly and Mark Walter from Chelsea. The deal values the London club at around £5bn and would allow both investors to leave with a profit on their stake. Talks accelerated last month after Walter sought funds to pay insurers following a US federal investigation into alleged tax fraud.

Javi

·4 min read

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