Kettering Town 'cannot hide' from racism problem
Kettering Town says it "can no longer hide" from the issue of racism after a visiting Redditch player was allegedly subjected to "sickening" abuse.
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10th November 2026
Bronze named in World 11 for record ninth time
Lucy Bronze is one of five England players named in the Fifpro Women's World 11.
Incident-by-incident: Was it a bad weekend for VAR?
Almost every game had a controversial VAR decision in the Premier League this weekend. But how many might go down as errors?.
That’s a Mora: Rodrigo and Roma rise with Lazio to give Eternal City new life
Roma and Lazio have both made unbeaten starts to the Serie A season, giving those in the Italian capital dreams of a Scudetto. After nine games in 28 days, Gian Piero Gasperini finally got a moment to pause and reflect on Sunday night.
Newport round on 'unacceptable' fan behaviour
Newport County say a list of allegations against their supporters is proving costly to their finances and reputation.
Felix Nmecha’s faith is forcing Borussia Dortmund into an uncomfortable debate
Midfielder’s spectacular strikes rescued a frustrating day, only for celebrations to reignite dialogue that has followed him through his career. It was just what they needed at just the right time.
Lens were humiliated by Como. The pain continued against Marseille
Pierre Sage led Lens to second and glory in the Coupe de France last season. A lot has changed in the last six months The Lens striker, Florian Sotoca, was completely motionless as he looked into the middle space from the bench.
9th November 2026
Why are Manchester United fans wearing green and gold?
Our Ask Me Anything team explain why some Manchester United fans are wearing green and gold to matches.
Friedel group completes Shrewsbury Town takeover
Shrewsbury Town's American takeover deal is done, allowing owner Roland Wycherley to retire, reports BBC Radio Shropshire.
How Fermin Lopez's direct running gives Barcelona an extra dimension
Fermin put Atletico to the sword on Sunday and showed why his unique skillset makes him so important for his club.
Alisson wants to sign new Liverpool contract
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker wants to stay at the club beyond the end of the season, when his current contract is set to expire.
Berkhamsted players banned from watching FA Cup draw
The manager of seventh-tier Berkhamsted says his players will be barred from the "distraction" of the FA Cup second round draw.
Graham Scott Q&A: Ask ex-referee about Havertz offside, Bogle tackle and Kerkez penalty
Send your questions to The Athletic's refereeing expert about the big weekend talking points and anything else that's on your mind.
WSL talking points: Tullis-Joyce takes charge and is Shaw the perfect striker?
The City striker hit a WSL hat-trick for the ninth time while Eva Olid’s United have found defensive stability.
Musiala may never return to his best - Hoeness
Bayern Munich honorary president Uli Hoeness questions whether forward Jamal Musiala will ever "regain the performance level he once had".
Our League: Sprints and hugs at Nottingham Forest as Premier League sack race heats up
George Caulkin was at Nottingham Forest to see relief for an under-pressure manager while others battle on.
Premier League Briefing: Why are Man Utd 'box office'? Are Liverpool improving? When is a foul a foul?
Our columnist discusses three of the biggest questions posed by the weekend’s Premier League action.
The Verdict: My official MLS awards ballot, Best XI for the 2026 season
Playoffs are coming, but our resident voter shares the official ballot he'll be sending to MLS HQ after the end of the 2026 regular season.
Want to impress your soccer-watching friends? Tell them these five rules - The Soccer Weekender
Not all of the beautiful games' rules are easy to wrap your head around. We run you through some of the most unusual ones.
Football comes together across Spain to honour Jesús de Miguel: ‘We’ve seen how fragile life is’
Across La Liga and beyond this weekend, footballers took to the field knowing it could have been them.
Thomas Frank the leading contender to be next Crystal Palace manager
Palace are set to sack Pierre Sage after just 16 games, with the 3-1 defeat by Liverpool on Sunday leaving them bottom of the Premier League.
When is the FA Cup second round draw?
Our Ask Me Anything team tell you all you need to know about the FA Cup second round draw.
Man United's games are mad and their performances maddening. It can't continue like this
The manager and his team are not even living game to game at the moment — their fortunes change moment to moment every time they play.
Dutch match postponed after fans block team bus
A Dutch second-tier match between Vitesse Arnhem and De Graafschap was called off after away team supporters blocked their own team's bus from departing for the game.
Premier League: 10 talking points from the weekend’s action
Delap’s talents resurface in style, Gómez delights Brighton with more fireworks, and hair-pulling confusion at Everton. It would have been very easy for Oliver Glasner to lose patience with Liam Delap.
Robinson on brink as Baur injury worries O'Neill - gossip
Aberdeen manager on brink of sack amid Injury sweat for Celtic as Hearts boss hopeful over improved form and latest injury setback.
Fishlock retires after record-breaking career
Wales' record cap-holder and goalscorer, Jess Fishlock, hangs up her boots after Seattle Reign were beaten in the NWSL play-offs.
Who am I? Plus today's other quizzes
Test your ball knowledge against today's Who Am I?, Five in Five and Brainteaser.
Jesus de Miguel’s tragic death: How Spanish football was struck by sorrow
The 30-year-old CD Tenerife striker died on Tuesday following a horrific collision with an opposition goalkeeper the day before.
Can anyone really be certain Man Utd are not genuine relegation contenders?
The club are in a mess and showing all the traits usually associated with teams in real danger of going down.
Man City's performances have taken a bizarre twist. They are starting to look distracted
Three league defeats in a row and a series of defensive errors are threatening to derail a season that started so strongly for Enzo Maresca.
Unai Emery and Aston Villa's frailties were exposed at Old Trafford. Again
Villa seemed destined to end their miserable record away to Manchester United, but this side's underlying problems cost them victory.
Beware Bournemouth, the team forcing opponents into errors at a remarkable rate
Marco Rose's side have forced eight errors leading to goals from Premier League opponents this season, double that of any other team.
Bukayo Saka's injuries are a problem for Arsenal. Could workload be an issue?
Since October 2023, the England winger has suffered nine separate injuries, having been consistenly available for years before that.
Coach Aloisi oversees stunning capitulation in Chinese Super League title race
Needing just one point from its final four games to claim the CSL crown, coach Aloisi's Chengdu Rongcheng loses every game and blows a 14-point lead in the run home.
Popa in the Premier League! Socceroos boss in shock link as battlers set to swing axe
Socceroos coach Tony Popovic is reportedly being considered for a manager role at an underperforming English Premier League club, which is set to move on its current boss imminently.
Gotham FC head coach apologizes for poor pitch quality at Sports Illustrated Stadium after NWSL quarterfinal win over Seattle Reign
Gotham FC's NWSL quarterfinal win over the Seattle Reign was colored by glaring issues with the field quality — with the team set to host next week's semifinal on the same surface.
‘Have no clue’: Ugly truth about Utd scrapheap; who’s winning PL sack race — Talking Pts
Manchester United are rooted in the Premier League relegation zone despite a dramatic late rally to rescue a 4-4 draw against Aston Villa.
Barcelona move clear at the top after Fermín López’s double stuns Atlético Madrid
They had been in a battle, they had been behind and they had been on edge, but Barcelona found a way through, holding on to their place at the top of the table and holding the doubts at bay for another day.
Falkirk add goals and grit to McGlynn's guile on rapid rise
Falkirk continue to excel under the canny guidance of John McGlynn as a run of five successive victories takes them up to third in the Scottish Premiership.
Crystal Palace poised to sack Pierre Sage and target Frank after Liverpool defeat
Crystal Palace are poised to sack Pierre Sage after Sunday’s defeat by Liverpool left them bottom of the Premier League for the first time since December 2017, with Thomas Frank emerging as the main candidate to succeed him.
Atletico Madrid 1 Barcelona 2: Fermin Lopez's double seals key comeback victory
Reaction, opinion and analysis following Atletico and Barcelona's top-of-the-table meeting in La Liga.
Bizarre & thrilling theatre as Carrick in limbo with Man Utd in drop zone
It was a Premier League classic at Old Trafford but what has Manchester United's 4-4 draw with Aston Villa done to Michael Carrick's future?.
‘I expect to move forward’: Carrick denies risk of Manchester United sack
A tetchy Michael Carrick dismissed a suggestion he could resign as head coach for the good of the team after Sunday’s chaotic 4-4 draw with Aston Villa left Manchester United in the relegation zone heading into the international window.
Dalot’s muddled performances are just another symptom of Old Trafford chaos
The stand-in left-back has become a pantomime villain but United fans are understandably struggling to focus their ire . Sporting success is, supposedly, a nigh-on irrelevance to Manchester United’s global brand.
Villa's Kamara on Chelsea watchlist - Monday's gossip
Aston Villa midfielder Boubacar Kamara is on Chelsea's watchlist, Manchester United could make an offer for Nottingham Forest's Murillo, plus more.
Ugly hotel scenes as Aussie’s unlosable title slips in one of biggest chokes in football history
Socceroos legend John Aloisi’s maiden season in charge of Chinese Super League outfit Chengdu Roncheng has ended in heartbreak as they squandered a 14-point lead with five games remaining to miss out on the title.
Palace consider replacing Sage, with Frank among contenders
Crystal Palace manager Pierre Sage is in serious danger of losing his job, with Thomas Frank among the contenders to replace him.
Crystal Palace set to sack Pierre Sage after 16 games in charge
Sage was appointed in June as Oliver Glasner’s replacement but has overseen just two wins in 10 Premier League games this season.
Who has made Troy's Premier League team of the week?
After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?.
Where does Man Utd 4-4 Villa rank among best Premier League games?
Where does Manchester United 4-4 Aston Villa rank among the Premier League's greatest games?.
‘More questions?’: Boss’ wild blow up after Utd circus escalates in EIGHT-goal thriller — PL wrap
Manchester United twice came from two goals down to salvage a remarkable 4-4 draw against Aston Villa on Sunday and potentially save manager Michael Carrick’s job.
What can you read into Premier League table after 10 games?
With 10 games gone in the Premier League season, BBC Sport looks at what history tells us we can read into the table at this stage.
Are 'outstanding' Brighton now Arsenal's main title challengers?
After moving up to second in the Premier League, could Brighton really be Arsenal's main title challengers?.
Leeds condemn racist abuse of Bogle after Tel incident
Leeds United condemn the "disgusting" online racist abuse directed towards defender Jayden Bogle following Saturday's 1-0 win against Tottenham.
Dorgu rescues point for Manchester United in eight-goal thriller against Aston Villa
Does this late, late comeback draw keep Michael Carrick in his job? He urged United to back up their breathless Roma comeback victory on Tuesday by building momentum and they did, kind of, by avoiding defeat. Patrick Dorgu’s 96th-minute equaliser went off his head and in.
Man Utd salvage 4-4 draw against Aston Villa. But is it enough to save Carrick?
Our writers analyse Manchester United's pulsating 4-4 draw with Aston Villa, and what it means for Michael Carrick's future.
Dorgu makes dramatic impact - Man Utd v Aston Villa ratings
Man Utd fight back from two goals down twice in 4-4 draw with Aston Villa - but who did well and who didn't in player ratings?.
'Tinkerman' Alonso's Chelsea side still searching for identity
Xabi Alonso's frustration is evident as Chelsea's struggles for an identity continue with the disappointing 1-0 defeat by Sunderland.
NYCFC fires coach Pascal Jansen after 2 seasons, 11th-place finish in conference
NYCFC made the Eastern Conference Final in Jansen's first season but finished 11th in the conference this year.
WSL roundup: Crystal Palace deny Charlton first point, London City stay third
It was heartbreak for Charlton on Sunday, after Bethany England’s 90th-minute winner for Crystal Palace denied them a first point in the Women’s Super League. Karen Hills’s team remain bottom and pointless.
Fan injured after falling through hole in stand
One fan is taken to hospital after a number of Bodo/Glimt supporters fall through a hole in the away stand at Tromso.
NYCFC fires head coach Pascal Jansen after second-half collapse
His second year had a bit of a different feel to it and he was working under a front office that was led by Dunivant, who was hired in December 2025. Jansen did not appear to believe his position as head coach was in jeopardy when he spoke with reporters following Saturday’s season finale and had said last month that he had not talked with the front office about his future if the club did not make the postseason.
Diego Gómez hits another stunner as Brighton beat 10-man Brentford to go second
. Who can stop Brighton’s ascension in English and European football? They are setting standards, practices leaving almost everybody else trailing in their wake.
Le Fée’s penalty stuns Chelsea and breathes life into defiant Sunderland
A lot can change in five‑and‑a‑half months, but as an early winter chill descended on Wearside last week – both meteorologically and metaphorically – Sunderland were determined that some things should remain the same.
Wirtz provides quality as Liverpool leave Crystal Palace propping up table
It was the moment when Liverpool knew they would win here in south London and so move on from the Premier League defeat against Arsenal at Anfield last Sunday and the one in midweek at Fenerbahce in the Champions League.
Evanilson ignites eighth straight Bournemouth win at blundering Ipswich
Marco Rose paid tribute to his Bournemouth side after a hard‑fought 2-1 victory at Ipswich equalled the club’s record of eight consecutive wins. Evanilson got the ball rolling after five minutes, scoring for a fifth successive Premier League match.
Failed to deal with Brobbey - player ratings for Sunderland v Chelsea
Enzo Le Fee's penalty is the difference as Sunderland climb off the bottom of the table but how did the players rate against Chelsea?.
Who was back to his best? Player ratings for Crystal Palace v Liverpool
How Crystal Palace and Liverpool's players rated following their Premier League match.
Can Liverpool attack build on win? Was penalty the wrong call? What now for Sage?
Liverpool were not firing on all cylinders but won at the end of a difficult week, while the Palace manager's position seems uncertain.
Burn replaces injured Guehi in England squad
Newcastle's Dan Burn is added to the England squad to play Croatia and Spain in the Nations League this week after Marc Guehi pulls out with a hip injury.
Chengdu blow 12-point lead to miss out on Chinese title on final day
Chengdu Rongcheng lose their final four matches of the season to give up a 12-point lead and throw away the Chinese Super League title.
Russo on target again as double fires under-pressure Arsenal to vital WSL win at Liverpool
If a good striker can always get their team out of a hole, Alessia Russo is doing her best to drag Arsenal out of a deep chasm of uncertainty.
A shock departure and key results - inside Wrexham's seismic week
BBC Sport Wales addresses the key changes made at Wrexham in what was a seismic week for the Championship club as CEO Michael Williamson departed.
8th November 2026
FA Cup match blanketed by fog - 'I couldn't see. It was mad,' says winning goalkeeper
Players, coaches, fans and commentators unable to see the action during Notts County's FA Cup game against Altrincham.
Ranking Lionel Messi's 26 goals that won him the MLS Golden Boot
Messi is now 39 but has shown no sign of slowing down in front of goal. What has been his best goal of the season for Inter Miami?.
Last season difficult with injury and miscarriage - Muniz
Fulham striker Rodrigo Muniz, who scored for his side in a 1-1 draw against Newcastle United, speaks of the struggles he endured last season.
John Aloisi’s Chengdu choke to blow title chances on final day of Chinese season
John Aloisi’s Chengdu Rongcheng let the Chinese Super League title slip from their grasp on the last day of the season, losing their fourth consecutive game as rivals Dalian Yingbo pipped them to the trophy following their fifth straight win.
Is there something missing despite Rangers' impressive form?
Rangers made it 12 games without defeat in all competitions with a 2-0 win at St Mirren on Saturday, but Ibrox legend Kris Boyd believes there is "something missing".
Swiss boss defends Xhaka and Embolo recalls to face Scotland - gossip
Switzerland head coach Murat Yakin never had any doubts about reinstating captain Granit Xhaka and striker Breel Embolo to face Scotland as Raith Rovers face disciplinary action over a social media post aimed at Dunfermline Athletic's Neil Lennon.
Raya, Pickford and Wales' search for a new keeper
New Wales call-up Joe Duncan might be unknown to many, but some of the world's best goalkeepers have benefitted from non-league loans.
Julián Alvarez’s Atlético redemption arc in full focus for visit of Barcelona
Top spot is up for grabs in Sunday’s heavyweight clash as the Spider faces the team that tried to trap him last summer. Julián Alvarez said sorry but forgiveness must be earned on the field and Sunday would be the perfect place. At 9pm at the Metropolitano, Atlético Madrid play Barcelona.
'I can't believe he is one of us' - inside Salah's life in Trabzon
BBC Sport travels to Turkey to watch Mohamed Salah play for Trabzonspor and discover how the 'Egyptian King' is settling into life by the Black Sea.
Messi makes history with MLS Golden Boot
Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi has become the first player in MLS history to win the Golden Boot in consecutive seasons.
Messi makes history with MLS Golden Boot
Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi becomes the first player in MLS history to win the Golden Boot in consecutive seasons.
Who am I? Guess WSL star No 11
Work out the identity of today's player in as few attempts as possible.
Who am I? Plus today's other quizzes
Test your ball knowledge against today's Who Am I?, Five in Five and Brainteaser.
Why unique Brighton defence is so tricky to unpick
Brighton's unique defensive shape has provided the platform for the Seagulls' superb start to the Premier League season.
The oldest club in London making FA Cup history
Cray Wanderers host Stockport County in the FA Cup first round, with 112 league places separating the two sides.
What is going wrong for Manchester City? What are we to make of Tottenham?
Three of The Athletic's writers discuss and debate three key talking points from Saturday's Premier League matches.
Has Shea Lacey played his way into Manchester United's starting XI?
Michael Carrick's side are in need of end product, and to return to the freedom and incision of last season. The teenager can provide that.
Tottenham's bracing reality check. Roberto De Zerbi did not hold back on his players
Spurs' second-half performance to lose to Leeds was functionally non-existent. De Zerbi will not settle for defeats like this.
The result Oliver Glasner needed: How Nottingham Forest ran Manchester City ragged
On a raucous evening at the City Ground, the victory over City felt vital and symbolic. Captain Ryan Yates set the tone.
MLS 2026 playoff matchups: A first look at the postseason field and the road to MLS Cup
The Decision Day dust has settled and the MLS playoff field is set. Here's a glimpse at the first matchups.
Messi claims second straight Golden Boot as Nashville set points record on MLS Decision Day
Lionel Messi won his second consecutive MLS Golden Boot award on Saturday, but Inter Miami squandered a three-goal lead in a 3-3 draw with Charlotte on the final day of the regular season.
Lionel Messi wins MLS Golden Boot for second consecutive time
Lionel Messi has done it again, adding another trophy to his stuffed trophy case. The Inter Miami attacker earned the MLS Golden Boot as the top scorer in the 2026 season.
Lionel Messi wins MLS Golden Boot for second straight year with 26 goals for Inter Miami
Lionel Messi once again reigns at the top of MLS, taking home the Golden Boot for the second straight season. Messi finished with 26 goals for Inter Miami, taking the trophy by a notable margin.Count 'em up.
MacNaughton scores in stoppage time and St. Louis earns No. 3 seed in playoffs with 1-0 win
HOUSTON (AP) — Lukas MacNaughton scored in second-half stoppage time and St. Louis City secured the No. 3 seed in the MLS Cup playoffs with a 1-0 victory over the Houston Dynamo on Saturday.
Real Salt Lake beats LA 2-1, earning final postseason berth in West while eliminating the Galaxy
SANDY, Utah (AP) — Sergi Solans and Zach Booth scored early and Real Salt Lake clinched a playoff spot while eliminating Los Angeles with a 2-1 Decision Day victory over the Galaxy on Saturday.
Lassiter scores in 3rd minute, Timbers beat Austin 2-0, clinch playoff spot
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Ariel Lassiter opened the scoring in the third minute, Kristoffer Velde added a goal and the Portland Timbers beat Austin FC 2-0 on Saturday night to clinch a spot in the MLS Cup playoffs. Portland (13-14-7) is the No.
