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Denmark 0 - 0 Scotland Scotland began their bid to reach a first World Cup since 1998 with a valuable draw against Denmark in a feverish atmosphere. Author | Sean M Stadium | Parken Stadium Pre-match atmosphere Steve Clarke’s side, who were swept aside on their last visit four years ago, stood firm this time and even threatened to claim a famous victory in Copenhagen, something not achieved since 1975. Ryan Christie nodded narrowly wide and John McGinn spurned a good chance at the far post during a first half that exceeded expectations. After the interval Scott McTominay wriggled to the byline only for Kasper Schmeichel to save, while Lyndon Dykes delayed fatally when the goal beckoned. Denmark were restricted mostly to speculative efforts until the closing minutes, when Angus Gunn had to react sharply to Rasmus Højlund’s volley. Scotland ’s resilience was matched by a touch of fortune as substitute Max Johnston escaped with only a yellow card after handling to deny a clear opportunit...

Daniel Levy’s exit marks the end of an era at Tottenham Tottenham Hotspur’s executive chairman Daniel Levy, who has stepped aside after almost 25 years in charge, will remain one of the most divisive figures in the club’s history. Author | Greg S The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium   |  The ground Levy helped build He oversaw the creation of the world-class infrastructure Spurs now enjoy, from the £1bn stadium that ranks among the finest in world football to the training headquarters at Hotspur Way in Enfield . Yet for all these achievements, his tenure will always be judged by many through the lens of underachievement on the pitch. Although retaining a minority stake, Levy will no longer be involved in the day-to-day running of the club. His exit will be celebrated by a sizeable section of the fanbase, who long associated his chairmanship with stagnation as much as progress. READ MORE |  Latest Premier League news and stories  READ MORE | What else has been happening ...

Luxembourg 1 - 3 Northern Ireland Northern Ireland began their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign with a win over Luxembourg. Author | Alan White Stadium | Stade de Luxembourg Jamie Reid gave the visitors the lead in the eighth minute, but Luxembourg deservedly equalised through Aiman Dardari after half an hour. Michael O'Neill 's side were much improved after the break and earned victory thanks to first international goals from Shea Charles and Justin Devenny with Luxembourg's Seid Korac shown a second yellow in between. This was a hard-fought three points and gives Northern Ireland a positive start to their campaign on a night where Slovakia beat Germany and potentially gave O'Neill's side more hopes of qualifying.  A closer look at what happened Northern Ireland started on the front foot and twice tested goalkeeper Anthony Moris in the opening three minutes. It was in the build-up to the second opportunity, when Reid was through on goal, that ref...

Kazakhstan 0-1 Wales Wales were made to work hard in Kazakhstan, clinging to a slender victory that takes them to the top of their World Cup qualifying group. Author | Stephen Chadwick Stadium | Astana Arena Wales fans and players celebrate at full-time Kieffer Moore , winning his 50th cap, opened the scoring midway through the first half, sliding in after Liam Cullen ’s header from a Harry Wilson free-kick had been parried. The visitors controlled the early stages but soon lost their rhythm, and Kazakhstan, ranked 114th in the world, almost equalised when Galymzhan Kenzhebek ’s curling strike from distance was pushed on to the bar by Karl Darlow . The atmosphere inside the Astana Arena lifted as the hosts grew in belief. Dastan Satpayev , the 17-year-old striker set to join Chelsea next year, tested Darlow again as Craig Bellamy ’s side came under sustained pressure.  READ MORE |  World Cup 2026 Qualifying news and stories Wales did create chances to settle the contest,...

Denmark v Scotland preview Could we be seeing the beginning of Steve Clarke's last dance as Scotland boss? Author | Alan White Stadium | Parken Scotland players celebrate a memorable win over Denmark in 2021 Scotland look in danger of stalling under Steve Clarke, who is still searching for a first World Cup qualification of this century. The March international break brought fresh disappointment as they were relegated from their Nations League group after a chastening defeat to Greece . The players building their careers and thriving in Italy Scotland have retained individual quality, with the likes of Scott McTominay central to their hopes. Like the former Manchester United midfielder, Billy Gilmour is also a league winner with Napoli , while Lewis Ferguson captains Bologna and lifted the Coppa Italia last season.  Teenager Lennon Miller has already traded Motherwell for Udinese after making his international debut earlier this year. Che Adams is starting his second season ...

Celtic have signed Kelechi Iheanacho on a free transfer Brendan Rodgers has backed the forward to make a significant impact after the Nigerian striker joined the club as a free agent just before the Europa League. Author | Sean M The 28-year-old has signed a one-year deal in Glasgow, only a day after agreeing to terminate his contract with Sevilla. His arrival comes amid mounting frustration from supporters over the club’s failure to bring in a forward on transfer deadline day. Iheanacho has not played any football since May. This was a late substitute appearance in Nigeria's friendly draw with Jamaica. Despite the backlash, Rodgers was confident his new signing would settle quickly. His pedigree is not in doubt. For Nigeria he has scored 15 times in 58 appearances, playing a part in their run to the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2023. Tipped for stardom as a teenager, he was nominated for the Fifa Golden Boy award in 2016 and made his Manchester City debut at 18. He scored 2...

It's time to explore the career of Bryan Robson.  A former player and manager that is held in high regard by so many in English and world football. Author | Josh D Robson back in the 1980's At Old Trafford, he very quickly became the club's longest-serving captain. During his time there, he won two Premier League titles, three FA Cups, one Football League Cup, two FA Charity Shields, and a European Cup Winners' Cup. Known as "Captain Marvel," Robson was voted the greatest-ever Manchester United player in a 2011 poll of former players, conducted for a book celebrating the club's 19th league title. A closer look at his career Bryan Robson started his career with West Bromwich Albion in 1972, making over 200 appearances and serving as club captain. During his time at West Brom, he scored 46 goals in 245 appearances. In 1981, he moved to Manchester United. This is where he made a name for himself.  One of his finest performances for the club came in 1984...

Title 21 guaranteed for Liverpool? They entered the season as clear favourites to retain the Premier League title, following a comfortable march to their 20th championship last spring Author | William G Arne Slot’s first campaign as head coach saw the team largely unchallenged from Christmas onwards, securing the title with four games to spare and finishing ten points clear at the top. Their response was a summer spending spree unprecedented in European football, totalling £415 million to assemble a remarkable array of talent. The previous British record had been set by Chelsea’s £400 million outlay in 2023, and Liverpool would have spent even more had a deal for Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi not fallen through as the window closed . If Liverpool were already tipped as champions before this investment, title number 21 now seems all but assured. It is early in the season to make such a definitive judgement, but the scale of their recruitment makes it harder than ever to see past...

Manuel Akanji has joined Italian club Inter on a season-long loan deal. The Swiss international moved to City from Borussia Dortmund in September 2022 and has made 136 appearances for the Blues. Author | Peter Jobes A closer look at his City career During his time at the Etihad Stadium, he won seven trophies, playing a central role in the club’s historic Treble in his debut season and in the following campaign, when City became the first English men’s side to secure four successive league titles. In total, Akanji lifted two Premier League titles, the UEFA Champions League , the FIFA Club World Cup, the FA Cup, the Community Shield and the UEFA Super Cup during his spell in Manchester. The defender featured 48 times in the 2022/23 season, scoring in the emphatic 4-0 victory over Real Madrid in the Champions League semi-final at the Etihad. He also started the FA Cup final win over Manchester United and was heavily involved in the build-up to Rodri’s decisive strike in the Champions ...

Luxembourg v Northern Ireland preview Northern Ireland will begin another World Cup qualifying campaign with an away game in Luxembourg. Author | Mark Lee Stadium | Stade de Luxembourg The 2026 World Cup will arrive 40 years after Northern Ireland last graced football’s biggest stage, and a decade since their memorable run at Euro 2016 . In the years since, progress has been limited, but the introduction of younger players and a recent Nations League group victory have injected fresh belief. Qualification rules may also work in their favour, with Nations League winners who do not finish in the top two of their groups handed another route into the finals. READ MORE |  Wales resume their attempt to reach the World Cup Michael O’Neill’s side have taken seven wins from their last 15 matches, including a 1-0 friendly victory over Iceland in June, a sign of steady progress under the manager who guided them to France in 2016. While qualifying began for most of Europe back in March,...

Kazakhstan v Wales preview Wales resume their attempt to reach a second successive World Cup when they meet Kazakhstan in Astana. Author | Stephen Chadwick Stadium | Astana Arena The stadium that will host the match Wales have made an encouraging start under Craig Bellamy . After earning promotion to the top tier of the Nations League at the end of last year, they have taken seven points from their opening four World Cup 2026 qualifiers . They are also the leading scorers in Group J with ten goals. An opening victory over Kazakhstan was followed by a stoppage-time equaliser in North Macedonia, when David Brooks rescued a point. A 3-0 win at home to Liechtenstein then set the stage for an eye-catching performance in Brussels . Wales fought back from three goals down against Belgium, only for Kevin De Bruyne ’s late strike to seal the points for the hosts. READ MORE |  Heartbreak for Wales in Belgium READ MORE |  Wales snatch dramatic draw in North Macedonia That result...

Manchester United have agreed a deal to sign Belgian goalkeeper Senne Lammens The deal is said to be worth an initial 21m euros (£18.1m) plus add-ons. Author | Olivia T This United's fifth signing of the window. Has it been a successful summer for them? Who is Senne Lammens? Lammens moved to Antwerp on a free transfer from Club Brugge in 2023 and has since made 64 appearances, lifting the Belgian Super Cup in his first season. The Belgian youth international has yet to win a senior cap, though he received his first call-up in March 2025 and is widely viewed as the natural successor to Thibaut Courtois . He featured 30 times in the Belgian Pro League last season, recording seven clean sheets. His recent absence from Antwerp’s squad for consecutive matches against KV Mechelen and KVC Westerlo came as speculation over his future intensified. How did United get here? Rúben Amorim began the season with uncertainty over his preferred goalkeeper. Altay Bayindir’s mistake against Arsen...

Liverpool have finally signed striker Alexander Isak from Newcastle United. It is believed that the deal is worth as much as £130m with add-ons and Isak signed a six-year contract. Author | Peter Jobes Newcastle United Isak display They had an original £110m offer for Isak rejected in August, but finally landed their first-choice target of the summer. The protracted saga came to an end on the final day of the transfer window, and it follows Newcastle signing striker Nick Woltemade from Stuttgart last week. Liverpool have already broken their club transfer record this summer by signing Germany attacking midfielder Florian Wirtz in a deal worth an initial £100m, with a further £16m in add-ons. Isak's arrival would top that outlay. After also bringing in Guehi, Hugo Ekitike, Milos Kerkez, Jeremie Frimpong, Giorgi Mamardashvili, Armin Pecsi and Giovanni Leoni, the deal would take the club's spending to about £451.2m without add-on fees - the highest total in Premier Leagu...

A long-running saga is over until January... Liverpool's attempt to sign Crystal Palace's Marc Guehi on transfer deadline day has fallen through. Author | Peter Jobes A deal was agreed after the clubs reached a compromise on the fee for Guehi, with Liverpool having originally tabled an offer of £35m, plus a 10 percent sell-on clause. How the saga unfolded He was meant to be one of two Liverpool signings on transfer deadline day, after the Reds also bid for striker Alexander Isak from Newcastle United.  Following the arrivals of Isak (still to be confirmed), Hugo Ekitike, Milos Kerkez, Jeremie Frimpong, Giorgi Mamardashvili, Armin Pecsi and Giovanni Leoni, the signing of Guehi takes Liverpool’s spending will still be around £419 million, excluding add-on fees, setting a new record for the highest total in Premier League history. Guehi captained Palace to a 3-0 win at Aston Villa in was was originally meant to be the last of his 162 games for the London club.  Why were Live...

Plenty of last minute signings... This is the place for all the latest news, rumours and more from last day of the transfer window . Author | Josh D The transfer window will shut on Monday 1 September , with the deadline set at 19:00 BST for Premier League and English Football League clubs , and 23:00 BST for sides in the Scottish Premiership. Confirmed Deals | Fulham make deadline day additions Fulham managed to sign Kevin and Samuel Chukwueze permanently alongside Kusi-Asare who arrives on loan. After a failure to win their opening league matches this season, Fulham desperately needed to make some changes to their squad.  Confirmed Deal | Manchester City sign Gianluigi Donnarumma  Manchester City have confirmed the signing of Gianluigi Donnarumma from Paris Saint-Germain, subject to international clearance. The 26-year-old Italy goalkeeper has agreed a five-year contract that runs until the summer of 2030. He arrives at the Etihad with a formidable reputation, hav...