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Pep Guardiola looking out across the Etihad Stadium pitch during a Manchester City match

Champions LeagueManchester City8 October 2026

Pep Guardiola to return to Etihad Stadium for Manchester City vs PSG

Pep Guardiola will attend Manchester City's Champions League clash with Paris Saint-Germain at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday night. It will be his first visit since stepping down as manager last summer, coming just days after the club was found guilty of 114 Premier League financial breaches. His return is another show of support for the owners and executives of the City Football Group.

Javi

·6 min read

Kylian Mbappé training with Real Madrid, wearing the white kit and showing a serious expression.

LaLigaReal Madrid8 October 2026

Mbappé's Attitude and Real Madrid Future Raise Alarm in France

French media are stepping up their scrutiny of Kylian Mbappé's situation at Real Madrid. Outlets such as L'Equipe and pundits at RMC Sport have questioned his individualistic attitude, his nightlife appearances and his communication strategy, while frustration reportedly grows inside the Spanish club. A shock exit at the end of the season is even being discussed.

Matt

·6 min read

Victor Osimhen training with Galatasaray in Istanbul, preparing for the Champions League match against FC Barcelona.

FC BarcelonaChampions League7 October 2026

Galatasaray confident of recovering Osimhen ahead of Barcelona clash in Champions League

Victor Osimhen has returned to group training after more than a month out with a groin injury. The Nigerian striker, sidelined since September 4, could be available for the Champions League match against FC Barcelona in Istanbul next Tuesday. Galatasaray, however, will not rush his comeback and will decide based on the latest medical tests.

InfoBlaugrana

·5 min read

Harry Kane celebrates a goal for England during an international match.

National teams7 October 2026

Harry Kane after equalling England's 125-cap record: 'I can reach 100 goals'

Harry Kane equalled England's all-time appearance record on Monday by earning his 125th cap for the Three Lions. The striker, already his country's leading goalscorer, said he believes reaching 100 international goals is a realistic target. Team-mates Morgan Rogers and Jude Bellingham were full of praise for their captain after the match.

Natilla·5 min read

Spotify Camp Nou stadium under renovation during a Barcelona match, venue for the upcoming Clásico against Real Madrid.

LaLigaFC Barcelona7 October 2026

El Clásico: Barcelona vs Real Madrid to air on free TV in the US and target record ratings

The Barcelona-Real Madrid clash on Sunday, October 25 will take a historic step in American television. ESPN will share the broadcast with ABC, allowing the match to air on free television across the entire United States. With Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappé on the pitch, the game is set to become the most-watched Clásico ever in the country.

varela·5 min read

Lamine Yamal celebrating a goal for Barcelona after breaking a teenage scoring and assist streak that Messi, Cristiano, Mbappé and Haaland could not match.

LaLigaFC Barcelona7 October 2026

Lamine Yamal breaks a record Messi, Cristiano, Mbappé and Haaland never reached before turning 20

Lamine Yamal put together nine straight games with a goal or an assist for Barcelona and Spain before turning 20. It is the longest such streak ever recorded in elite 21st-century football for a player under 20. Neither Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Kylian Mbappé nor Erling Haaland managed a similar run at that age.

Javi

·5 min read

General view of the Court of Arbitration for Sport headquarters in Lausanne, venue for the hearing between Senegal and Morocco over the Africa Cup final.

National teams7 October 2026

CAS hears Senegal's appeal over Africa Cup final awarded to Morocco

The Court of Arbitration for Sport holds a hearing on Thursday in Lausanne to examine Senegal's appeal against the victory awarded to Morocco in the Africa Cup final. Almost ten months after the controversial match in Rabat, the parties will present their arguments behind closed doors. A ruling is not expected on Thursday, but the court has promised a swift decision.

Matt

·5 min read

Declan Rice celebrates in an Arsenal shirt during a Premier League match at the Emirates Stadium.

ArsenalPremier League7 October 2026

Declan Rice close to signing new Arsenal deal after Arteta extension

Arsenal are closing in on a contract extension for Declan Rice. The midfielder has been in talks with the club since March and the negotiations are now at an advanced stage. He would receive a significant salary increase after Mikel Arteta's own renewal until 2030.

InfoBlaugrana

·4 min read

Pep Guardiola looks across the Etihad Stadium pitch before a Manchester City match.

Manchester CityPremier League7 October 2026

Guardiola to Attend Manchester City vs PSG in First Home Game Since Financial Verdict

Pep Guardiola is expected to attend Manchester City's Champions League tie against Paris Saint-Germain next week. It will be the club's first home match since an independent panel found it guilty of most of the 115 charges brought by the Premier League. The former manager will return to the Etihad Stadium for the first time since leaving at the end of last season.

Natilla·5 min read

Pep Guardiola waving to Manchester City fans at the Etihad Stadium during a Champions League match.

Manchester CityPremier League7 October 2026

Guardiola to return to the Etihad for Man City vs PSG in the Champions League on October 14

Pep Guardiola will attend the Champions League league phase match between Manchester City and PSG on October 14. It will be his first visit to the Etihad since leaving the City bench at the end of last season. The Catalan coach wants to show his support for the club after the guilty verdict in the 115 financial charges case.

varela·6 min read

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