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Just before the summer transfer window closed, Bayern Munich completed the loan signing of Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea.

FC Barcelona have started the 2025-26 season following a successful campaign last year, with Lamine Yamal emerging as one of the team’s standout stars and helping the club claim multiple domestic trophies. This season, Barcelona’s primary goal is the UEFA Champions League. However, the club has suffered a major squad setback, as one of Yamal’s key teammates is now expected to be sidelined for over four months.

Lionel Messi has transformed Major League Soccer since his arrival at Inter Miami in 2023, not only with his records on the field but also in how the league has grown as a global brand. However, a former MLS and D.C. United has slammed both the Argentine legend and the Herons with a blunt message: “The club is a disaster.”

This Tuesday, AC Milan were aiming to extend their winning streak carried over from recent Serie A matches — this time in the second round of the Coppa Italia. Their opponent: Lecce. And once again, Christian Pulisic stepped up to deliver a moment of magic.

Franco Mastantuono scored his first goal for Real Madrid as the Spanish side visited Levante for Matchday 6 of the 2025-26 La Liga season on Tuesday. The Argentine teenager’s goal pushed him past Vinicius Junior in the list of youngest foreign goalscorers in club history, raising the question of who holds the top spot.

Last season, Bo Henriksen’s side were largely spared serious fitness concerns, but their luck appears to have turned. With fixtures beginning to pile up across three competitions, Mainz are treading carefully. Stefan Bell, Nadiem Amiri and Robin Zentner are all being eased through the week, with the club unable to afford further setbacks. 

Alejandro Grimaldo was heavily linked with a move away from Bayer Leverkusen during the summer transfer window.

This week's clash marks the beginning of Freiburg's third European campaign in four years - a sign of the club's growing presence on the continental stage. 

1. FC Union Berlin coach Steffen Baumgart has been handed a one-game ban after his sending off against Eintracht Frankfurt at the weekend. 

Four teams are tied on seven points at the top of the Frauen-Bundesliga after three rounds. Bayern’s perfect record came to an end unexpectedly, while Köln are still waiting for their first point of the season.

Bayern Munich will have to manage without Jonas Urbig for the time being.

Pep Guardiola lightened the mood on the touchline during Manchester City’s 1-1 draw with Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium, sharing an unusual moment with fourth official Craig Pawson.

Wayne Rooney’s glittering spell at Manchester United produced five Premier League titles, a Champions League crown and a haul of unforgettable goals.

Even though Liverpool are on a six-game winning streak in all competitions, Florian Wirtz has faced criticism for his early performances at his new club.

Werder Bremen captain Marco Friedl is a doubt for Friday’s Bundesliga clash against Bayern Munich.