Football

José Mourinho praised Newcastle United’s stability and recent Cup win before Benfica’s Champions League meeting, highlighting ties to Sir Bobby Robson and the Saudi-backed ownership.

Atalanta host Lazio in Bergamo on Oct 19, 2025, with Gasperini eyeing a win amid managerial confusion at Lazio. Stats, betting odds and key players analyzed.

Belgium thumped Liechtenstein 6-0 at Vaduz's Rheinpark Stadion on Sept 4, 2025, boosting their World Cup qualifying lead while the tiny nation stays winless.

Libya's 1‑0 win over Angola in Luanda revives their 2026 World Cup qualification hopes, with Ebrahim Mariami scoring the decisive goal and the team eyeing crucial matches in November.

Guardiola confirms no new injuries ahead of City vs Brentford, Rodri fit to train, Gonzalez still adapting, and the team rides a six‑match unbeaten streak.

Monaco host Nice at Stade Louis‑II on Oct 5, 2025. A detailed preview covers line‑ups, form, injuries and odds as both clubs chase crucial Ligue 1 points.

Napoli overturned a 1-0 deficit to beat Genoa 2-1 on Oct 5, 2025, with goals from Anguissa and Højlund, lifting Antonio Conte's side back to Serie A's summit.

Juventus lose winger Francisco Conceição to a hamstring injury, prompting Teun Koopmeiners to step in for the high‑stakes Derby d'Italia against Inter Milan.

Rennes host Lens at Roazhon Park on Sept 28, 2025, in a tight Ligue 1 clash. Both sides sit a point apart in the table, with betting odds favoring Rennes and key injuries influencing line‑ups.

Arne Slot was on the brink of becoming Liverpool's fastest manager to 100 points when a knockout loss to Crystal Palace ended the club’s perfect start. A late equaliser from Federico Chiesa gave hope, but Eddie Nketiah’s last‑minute strike sealed a 2‑1 defeat. Slot blamed a defensive lapse in the closing minutes, pushing the milestone back to the next game.

Strasbourg host Marseille at the Stade de la Meinau on September 26, 2025. Both clubs sit in the Ligue 1 top six and enter on two-game winning streaks. Historical meetings have produced five draws in the last six encounters, while Strasbourg boasts an unbeaten home record and Marseille struggles on the road. Bookmakers back Marseille slightly, but the odds favor a tight, low‑scoring draw.

TS Galaxy kept their unbeaten run alive with a 3-1 win over AmaZulu, moving into fourth place. Sekhukhune United slipped to a 1-1 draw with Chippa United after a missed chance. Durban City earned a hard‑earned goalless draw at Stellenbosch, while Orbit College shocked Polokwane City to snap their run. The results reshuffle the early‑season table and set the tone for the next round.