Kick Off: MU humiliated by EFL Two side lose, Bayern advance in DFB Pokal

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Match Report

Humiliation! Grimsby 2-2 Man Utd (12-11 pens): Amorim's side OUT of Carabao Cup

Manchester United suffered a humiliating Carabao Cup exit as they were beaten in a marathon penalty shootout by League Two Grimsby at Blundell Park.

Wehen SV 2-3 Bayern: Kane nets 94' winner as Bayern scrape through in DFB Pokal

Harry Kane left it late to send Bayern Munich through to the second round of the DFB-Pokal, with a last-gasp 3-2 win over Wehen Wiesbaden.

Inter Miami 3-1 Orlando City: Messi's ruling double directs Miami's Final qualification

Inter Miami CF secured a 3-1 win over rivals Orlando City SC in the Leagues Cup 2025 Semifinals to advance to the tournament’s Final, while also securing a 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup berth as one of the finalists. A brace by captain Lionel Messi and another strike from midfielder Telasco Segovia spurred Inter Miami to the thrilling comeback victory at Chase Stadium.

These Things Happen

Haaland changes his NAME on national team jersey as Norway make announcement

Erling Haaland has made a name change to his shirt for the Norwegian national team ahead of his country's upcoming World Cup qualifiers.

Barcelona set Chelsea asking price to complete Fermin Lopez signing

Barcelona have named their price for a deal for Fermin Lopez, amid links with a move to Chelsea this week. The 22-year-old is reportedly considering an exit from the Blaugrana amid doubts about his game time and the chance to earn a significantly higher wage.

OFFICIAL: The France squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, No Ekitike

According to official statement, Didier Deschamps has unveiled his list of 23.

OFFICIAL: Wirtz leads Germany's squad for September's World Cup qualifiers

According to official statement, Germany's World Cup qualifying squad has been announced, with Wirtz and Kimmich included, while Walterman and Gnabry have been selected. 

Man Utd 'SLASH Kobbie Mainoo asking price' ahead of transfer deadline

MANCHESTER UNITED have reportedly slashed the asking price for Kobbie Mainoo ahead of transfer deadline day.

Man Utd face costly transfer blow as Alejandro Garnacho saga takes another twist

Manchester United have been prepared to cash in on Alejandro Garnacho after the winger made his plans clear but there's still work to do regarding the Chelsea target

Liverpool, Arsenal and PL rivals' dream and nightmare Champions League draws

The Champions League draw will take place on Thursday evening, with Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester City, Chelsea, Newcastle and Tottenham all discovering their league phase opponents

Real Madrid respond to Trent Alexander-Arnold exit rumours

Trent Alexander-Arnold has not had the easiest start to life at Real Madrid, following his high-profile move from Liverpool earlier in the summer. He was dropped from the starting line-up for last weekend’s victory at Real Oviedo after a performance against Osasuna that attracted criticism from supporters.

Premier League sides smash transfer record as spending passes £2.6bn

Premier League clubs have set a new record for spending in a single transfer window this summer at over £2.6bn.

Dressing room rift could impact €70m Fermin Lopez move to Chelsea

Barcelona midfielder Fermin Lopez is reportedly considering an exit from the club late on in the transfer window. Chelsea have shown interest in Lopez, and would provide both a wage rise for the player, and salary limit relief for Barcelona.

Chelsea make Nicolas Jackson U-turn just days before the transfer deadline

Chelsea are willing to let Nicolas Jackson leave Stamford Bridge before the transfer window shuts on Monday and will now consider loan proposals if they include a purchase obligation

Southgate favourite to replace Amorim as next MU boss along with former star

FORMER England boss Gareth Southgate is one of the favourites to replace Ruben Amorim if the Man Utd manager gets the sack.

PL giants eyeing January bid for Real Madrid star after disappointing run

Real Madrid invested heavily in their backline this summer, but perhaps the cheapest and the signing with the biggest reputation was the arrival of Trent Alexander-Arnold from Liverpool, following a lengthy pursuit. Los Blancos paid €10m for his services in June, and he signed a six-year contract at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Sky Sports: Chelsea close to agreeing deal to sign Garnacho

Chelsea are close to agreeing a deal with Manchester United over the signing of Alejandro Garnacho.

Chelsea ready to end transfer rule that's lasted over TWO DECADES in £120m plan

Chelsea have been reluctant to do transfer business with a rival team for more than 20 years but that is claimed to no longer be the case as deadline day approaches

Rashford leaves fans speechless as he procures cookwares in Ikea after Barca win

MARCUS Rashford causes a stir in the kitchen section while shopping at Ikea.

What They Say

‘Coward’ – Fans demand Amorim SACKED after the incidents in Grimsby humiliation

RUBEN AMORIM was labelled a "coward" as fans demanded he is sacked following Manchester United's humiliating Carabao Cup exit to Grimsby.

‘Ruben Amorim has to resign’ – Man Utd fans furious as flops 2-0 down at Grimsby

MANCHESTER UNITED fans were left seething after the Red Devils went 2-0 down against League Two side Grimsby Town in the Carabao Cup.

Event Of The Day

Champions League Draw  2025/8/28 16:00 UTC