Kick Off: England beat Wales by 3 goals, Algeria qualify for the 2026 World Cup

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Top Headlines

England 3-0 Wales: Saka, Rogers & Watkins on target in comfortable friendly win

England's fast start against Wales secured a 3-0 friendly win for the hosts at Wembley Stadium on Thursday.

Algeria has become the fourth African country to qualify for the 2026 World Cup

Riyad Mahrez led from the front as Algeria became the fourth African nation to qualify for the 2026 Fifa World Cup after cruising to a 3-0 win over Somalia.

Match Report

Malta 0-4 Netherlands: Gakpo shines with 2 goals and 1 assist, Reijnders scores

Cody Gakpo scored two penalties as the Netherlands moved three points clear in Group G with a comfortable 4-0 win over Malta in their World Cup qualifying clash. 

Czech 0-0 Croatia: A draw sees the visitor remain on course for qualification

Czech 0-0 Croatia.  A draw sees the visitor remain on course for qualification

These Things Happen

Vinicius Jr. escapes disaster as fire rips through his Madrid home

A fire erupted Thursday morning at the Madrid home of Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr., authorities confirmed. The blaze broke out in the player’s residence in the upscale La Moraleja neighborhood of Alcobendas, north of the Spanish capital.

Pep Guardiola's time to go: Closest confidant tells him to WALK OUT on Man City

Pep Guardiola has been advised to leave Manchester City by one of the men he trusts the most.

Chelsea medics make Palmer injury decision as club reach '4 transfer decisions'

Cole Palmer has been ruled out of Chelsea's last four matches with a groin injury and the Blues are optimistic that the England international will not need surgery on the issue

EPL club rate: Who are the team to score F? Which side are roaring with A+?

With the second international break upon us, it's a good time to reflect on how each Premier League club has started the season.

Gyokeres' agent reveals the truth about huge Man Utd offer - 'Behind our backs'

Viktor Gyokeres was involved in one of the summer's major transfer sagas and the Arsenal forward saw Sporting CP attempt to move him to Manchester United before he left

Wirtz makes 'sad' transfer claim and tells Liverpool where best to play him

Florian Wirtz has struggled to hit the ground running at Liverpool following his £116m move from Bayer Leverkusen, but the German has hinted at what needs to change

Rashford gets update on Barcelona future as Flick 'sees something different'

Marcus Rashford has been in fine form for Barcelona since his loan move from Manchester United - but the English forward may soon be deployed in a different position

Chelsea ready to reignite interest in Kenan Yildiz After €70m Bid Rejected

Chelsea are reportedly preparing to renew their interest in Juventus wonderkid Kenan Yildiz after seeing a €70m bid turned down during the summer transfer window.

Vinicius issues apology to influencer Virginia Fonseca after alleged infidelity

Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior has issued a surprising public apology on Instagram to Brazilian influencer and TV presenter Virginia Fonseca, whom he had reportedly been seeing. The message came after local media in Brazil claimed that Fonseca ended their relationship upon discovering the player had allegedly been messaging several models while they were dating.

Man Utd legend’s son, 17, is playing a starring role for Brighton Under-18s

A MANCHESTER UNITED legend's son has been starring for Brighton's Under-21s.

Chelsea scouting Bologna striker Castro

Chelsea are scouting Bologna striker Santiago Castro.

Denmark Boss hits out at Man United over Rasmus Hojlund treatment

Denmark manager Brian Riemer has aimed a sly dig at Man United over their treatment of striker Rasmus Hojlund, who is enjoying a return to form with Napoli.

Roy Keane names the manager he would love to see succeed Amorim at Man United

Roy Keane has named his dream replacement for Ruben Amorim if Manchester United give him the boot.

Bruno's feeling towards Saudi emerge only hours after Man Utd takeover bombshell

Bruno Fernandes has been linked with a move away from Manchester United to Saudi Arabia over the past year, but the Portugal international is said to have no intention of leaving the club still

Saudi boxing supremo claims MU in advanced stage of being sold in cheeky dig

TURKI AL-SHEIKH made a cheeky dig at Manchester United's owners while claiming the club is at an "advanced stage" of being sold.

What They Say

Mbappé: I have a good relationship with Vini, people talk too much about Yamal

During an interview by Movistar, Mbappé talks about Vinicius and Lamine Yamal.

‘He’s doing really well’ – Frank Lampard singles out Moises Caicedo for praise

Frank Lampard has reserved special praise for Moises Caicedo following Chelsea’s victory over Liverpool, claiming it is ‘fair’ to liken the midfielder to Claude Makelele and N’Golo Kante.

Giroud: Lille may be the final stop of my career, I focus on this season

Freshly arrived in Lille, the 39-year-old forward is already shining on the pitch and has already announced his desire to end his career in the North. 

Fixtures of the day

International Friendly

South Korea VS Brazil 2025/10/10 11:00 UTC

Uruguay VS Dominican Republic 2025/10/10 12:45 UTC

Argentina VS Venezuela 2025/10/10 24:00 UTC

WCQ Africa

South Sudan VS Senegal 2025/10/10 13:00 UTC

Lesotho VS Nigeria 2025/10/10 16:00 UTC

WCQ Europe

Germany VS Luxembourg 2025/10/10 18:45 UTC

France VS Azerbaijan 2025/10/10 18:45 UTC

Belgium VS North Macedonia 2025/10/10 18:45 UTC