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Hits and misses: Gakpo steals Barcola's thunder as Anderson passes like Rodri

Barton to remain in custody before 2027 trial

The former footballer, who is accused of an assault at a golf club, has been refused bail.

Italy stuns U.S. women in U20 World Cup opener

The United States lost its opening match at the U20 Women's World Cup on Sunday in Lódź, Poland, falling 2-1 to Italy, a result that leaves the Americans in an early hole in a difficult group.

Fitter, happier, more productive: Arsenal could hardly have started better | Jonathan Wilson

It’s still very early but Mikel Arteta’s side are playing with an authority and freshness that eluded them at times last season Sign up for our free newsletter here Three league games played, three games won . For Arsenal this season could only have started better if Manchester City, who look like being one of their two most serious challengers, had dropped points. But it’s not just about results: Arsenal have been comfortably the better side in each of those three games, approaching each of them in very different ways. After the controlled victory over Coventry City and the tight game against Aston Villa that was won thanks to ratcheting up the pressure in the 15 minutes after half-time, came success in a far more open game in which they conceded for the first time this season. Chelsea tested Arsenal on Sunday, went ahead, and yet Mikel Arteta’s side still always looked like they would win – even if it did take a superb late save from David Raya to keep out an Estevão shot. But the goalkeeper too is part of their strength; even if an opposing team can work a shooting opportunity, Raya has the capacity for spectacular saves that can dispirit opponents. This is an extract from Soccer Desk, a newsletter from the Guardian US. Subscribe for free here. Continue reading...

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Should the league be supporting home grown talent more?

This could be year I win Ballon d'Or, says Mbappe

Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe says this could be a good year for him to win the Ballon d'Or for the first time.

Mourinho keeps Alexander-Arnold secret as 3 Real Madrid midfielders miss Inter clash

Jose Mourinho decided to keep his cards close to his chest when asked for his...

WSL talking points: Palace result in doubt after substitution nightmare, while Arsenal signings shine

Promoted side’s thrilling win may be overturned after they used four substitution windows, while Georgia Stanway shows the way for Gunners Kirsty Howat’s 60-second cameo deep into injury time could ruin what was a memorable day for Crystal Palace on their return to the top flight. An impressive 1-0 victory against Everton was celebrated emphatically by Jo Potter and her players but that joy would have been replaced by concern and frustration not long after. On Sunday evening WSL Football revealed that there had been a breach of the rules – the Eagles used four substitute windows rather than the regulated three – which had not been picked up by either the coaching staff or the match officials. An investigation has now been launched with punishment to be decided (there is a potential for the result to be overturned). The needless error has put a dampener on what should have been a positive afternoon thanks to the England Under-23 forward Lexi Lloyd-Smith’s winner on her WSL debut. Sophie Downey Continue reading...

Official: Referee appointed for Napoli vs. Arsenal

Swedish referee Glenn Nyberg has been appointed for Wednesday’s Champions League match between Napoli and...

Leicester failed to produce bare minimum in Oxford thrashing - Souttar

Leicester players failed to produce the "bare minimum" and "have got to take responsibility" for Saturday's heavy defeat by Oxford, says captain Harry Souttar.

Kim Milton Nielsen’s 1998 memories: ‘Hey, you are the man who sent off Beckham’

In an extract from a new book, the Danish former referee recalls sending off the England midfielder for his infamous kick on Diego Simeone At half-time on 30 June 1998, Kim Milton Nielsen stepped into the changing room at the Geoffroy-Guichard Stadium in Saint-Étienne. The air reeked of wet towels. He hugged his assistants. They’d just taken charge of the best half of football they’d ever officiated. Argentina v England. World Cup round of 16. Michael Owen had terrorised Argentina with blistering runs and his breakout goal. A clever free-kick had outsmarted the English defence. Nielsen had awarded two penalties. He couldn’t wait for the second half, but he didn’t know what was coming. Continue reading...

Premier League: 10 talking points from the weekend’s action

Fulham need a win, Tottenham show some spirit and Jack Grealish offers Everton much-needed energy With 25 minutes to go against Manchester United, the Everton supporters had something to roar about as Jack Grealish made his return after rejoining on loan. The attacking midfielder remains universally popular thanks to his desire to entertain, getting the hosts back on their feet by creating dangerous situations within seconds of his arrival. Everton were limited in the final third for long periods as Thierno Barry sat on the periphery. If David Moyes is to keep his side pushing for a top-half finish, he will need Grealish to be a creative focal point. Will Unwin Continue reading...

How teenage keeper's van trip around Europe ended with new club

After setting out on a van journey to find a new club, goalkeeper Milo Beimers has signed for Viterbese in Italy in an unexpected turn.

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Chelsea are on the rise, but Arsenal remain kings of Premier League

Arsenal continue to overcome every obstacle they face in the Premier League -- including London rivals and title aspirants Chelsea.

Another game, more dropped points: Are Man United still a work in progress?

Manchester United are just three games into the new season, but they've already dropped points twice.

Papers: Ex Man-Utd winger Sancho set for stunning Borussia Dortmund return

The top stories and transfer rumours from Monday's newspapers...

Learning on the job! Capsey takes two smart stumpings

Rookie wicket keeper Alice Capsey showed she is learning fast by taking two stumpings in the third ODI against Ireland.