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The Guardian FootballDefensive flux gives Tuchel headache but Alexander-Arnold could be remedy | Jacob Steinberg
Chopping and changing the back four has been a big feature for England this year and the Real Madrid man could be a solution England ended 2025 protected by a shield of deceptive strength. They went through qualifying for the World Cup without conceding a goal and secured a shutout during a routine friendly win against Wales. However, clean sheets have been harder to come by this year. England have kept four in 13 games in 2026, meaning it may not be long before Thomas Tuchel rethinks his suggestion that the way to deal with his side’s lack of control is to embrace chaos. There is, of course, an irony to telling Tuchel to sort out his defence. Isn’t this what we wanted? England were limp and passive when they lost their World Cup semi-final against Argentina. At least the mindset was positive when Tuchel’s side opened their Nations League campaign with a sprightly but flawed 3-2 defeat against Spain last Saturday. Continue reading...
The Guardian FootballThe Nations League is a welcome example of soccer done well
The tournament was treated with skepticism when it was introduced in 2018, but it shows that sometimes administrators get things right Sign up for our free newsletter here England’s first game after the 2022 World Cup was a 2-1 win away over Italy. Their first game after the 2018 World Cup was a 2-1 defeat to Spain. Their first game after the 2014 World Cup was a 1-0 friendly win over Norway – and that was not the Norway of Erling Haaland, Martin Ødegaard and Antonio Nusa but of Joshua King, Håvard Nordtveit and Tarik Elyounoussi. The first game after the 2010 World Cup was a 2-1 friendly win over Hungary. The Italy and Spain games perhaps had their appeal, but the sense of anticlimax was palpable. It’s inevitable, of course: how can a side or its supporters pick themselves to go again after the unparalleled drama of a World Cup? Major tournaments, whether a team does well or badly, are sport played with maximum emotion; there cannot be anything except a comedown, whether after glorious victory, thrilling defeat or ignominious exit. This is an extract from Soccer Desk, a newsletter from the Guardian US. Subscribe for free here . Continue reading...
ESPNWho's the striker leading Raphinha, Mbappé, Haaland in race for European Golden Shoe?
Raphinha may have started the season on fire, but there's a little-known striker who is ahead of the Barça star in the race for the European Golden Shoe.
BBC SportHow PSG's Ballon d'Or duo are pushing each other on
While there can only be one winner, team-mates Ousmane Dembele and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia are backing each other to win the Ballon d'Or.
The Guardian Premier LeagueSemenyo helps chaotic Manchester City beat Sunderland despite Brobbey hat-trick
Manchester City sent a message to Arsenal with this chaotic victory that takes Enzo Maresca’s team three points clear as leaders during the three-week international break. Until the Premier League resumes on 10 October City can enjoy their status while Mikel Arteta’s champions have to stew following Saturday’s 3-0 humbling at Brighton . Continue reading...
ESPNBarça re-sign Egypt striker Abdelkarim, 'Haaland of the Nile'
Egypt striker Hamza Abdelkarim is relishing being nicknamed the "Haaland of the Nile" after signing a new contract with Barcelona on Tuesday.
Sky Sports FootballEating grass, meditation and more – What Tuchel said in viral documentary
Thomas Tuchel wishes he'd eaten grass from the Azteca pitch after England's World Cup win over Mexico this summer.
BBC SportBarcelona monitor Kane & Haaland - Wednesday's gossip
Barcelona are monitoring Harry Kane and Erling Haaland, Nick Woltemade could be a replacement for Kane at Bayern Munich, and Manchester United are interested in Jarrad Branthwaite, plus more.
ESPNHave Man United made a mistake waiting to rebuild the defense?
Man United's slow rebuild approach -- prioritizing one position every summer -- has left them light on defense.
The Guardian FootballBallon d’Or shortlist shows up Premier League’s attacking failings – but tide could be turning
English top flight’s forwards are not well represented on the list, reflecting a season of set-piece grapple, but 2026-27 already looks brighter Premier League representation is low when it comes to the 16 attacking players on this year’s Ballon d’Or shortlist . Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes and Manchester City’s Erling Haaland are there but Cole Palmer, one of the nominees in 2025, is out after an injury-hit year and English football’s shift towards physicality and set pieces last season is summed up by none of the forwards from the best team in the country making the cut. The trio giving Arsenal a presence – Gabriel Maghalhães, Declan Rice and William Saliba – are all defensive minded. Arsenal won the league but their forwards are not regarded as elite. Injuries played a part, denying Martin Ødegaard, Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka fluency, but Mikel Arteta’s side were not loved by neutrals. There was respect rather than admiration for their defensive rigour. There was an argument that a lack of ambition after going 1-0 up stopped Arsenal from beating Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final. Continue reading...
ESPN⭐ Everyone who is nominated for 2026 Ballon d'Or
The 2026 Ballon d'Or short lists are out. Here's who could win the biggest individual prizes in men's and women's soccer.
The Guardian FootballMen’s Ballon d’Or 2026 power rankings: will there be an English winner for the first time in 25 years?
We assess the standing of the players on the shortlist for the award before the winner is announced in October 1) Harry Kane (England/Bayern Munich) Even adjusting for the goal-drunken Bundesliga, his 61 goals in 51 matches for Bayern last season undersells his all-around impact, considering his playmaking and hold-up skills. Kane was gameplanned out of England’s later games at the World Cup, but he was unstoppable through the last 16 to close out the finest year of his career to date. If not now, when? Continue reading...
ESPNChampions League Power Rankings before MD1: Who's No. 1?
It's time for the UEFA Champions League! Before each matchday, our panel of experts and voters will rank the top 10 teams in the field to give you a sense of the contenders and pretenders. Where does your club rank?
ESPN'Beast' Haaland equals Agüero's City UCL record
Enzo Fernández described Erling Haaland as an "animal" after the new Manchester City midfielder's teammate scored twice on the opening night of the Champions League.
ESPNHaaland can single-handedly keep City on top -- and the club is doomed if he ever stops
Erling Haaland scored twice for Man City and it's clear his club would be in trouble without him.
The Guardian FootballHarry Kane and Alessia Russo among nominees for this year’s Ballon d’Or
Bellingham, Rice and Alex Greenwood also nominated Ceremony to move from Paris to London for 2026 awards Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham and Declan Rice have been nominated for this year’s men’s Ballon d’Or with Alessia Russo and Alex Greenwood nominated for the women’s award. The 30 men’s and 30 women’s nominees were revealed by France Football magazine on Tuesday, with the winners to be announced at a ceremony in London on 26 October. Ousmane Dembélé, who won the men’s award last year, has been nominated again, as has his France teammate Kylian Mbappé , who made history when he overtook Lionel Messi for all-time World Cup goals (22) at this summer’s tournament. Continue reading...
BBC SportFavourite Kane makes Ballon d'Or shortlist
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane is one of three England players nominated for the 2026 Ballon d'Or alongside Jude Bellingham and Declan Rice.
BBC SportCan Kane buck history and win Ballon d'Or?
History suggests Ballon d’Or winners come from those who have recently lifted one of football's biggest trophies. Can Harry Kane become a rare exception?