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Premier League 2026/27 season: Full fixture schedule, start date, and how to watch every match live
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Premier League 2026/27 season: Full fixture schedule, start date, and how to watch every match live

The Premier League’s 2026/27 campaign begins on August 22—one week later than usual to accommodate player recovery after the 2026 World Cup. Here’s everything you need to know about the full fixture list, pre-season preparations, and how to catch every match live, including the nine clubs competing in UEFA competitions this season.

31 Oct 2026
Eli Junior Kroupi Returns to Bournemouth Squad as European Elite Monitor Progress
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Eli Junior Kroupi Returns to Bournemouth Squad as European Elite Monitor Progress

Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi has returned to squad contention after recovering from a metatarsal fracture suffered during pre-season training. The 20-year-old’s long-awaited comeback comes as several top European clubs continue to closely monitor his development.

31 Oct 2026
ArsenalEnglish Premier LeagueManchester United
CAF Reverses AFCON Decision: Africa Cup of Nations Returns to Biennial Format
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CAF Reverses AFCON Decision: Africa Cup of Nations Returns to Biennial Format

After intense debate and backlash, the Confederation of African Football has abandoned its controversial plan to stretch the Africa Cup of Nations to a four-year cycle, restoring the tournament’s traditional biennial rhythm. The reversal underscores CAF’s commitment to prioritizing African football’s interests over FIFA’s international calendar.

30 Oct 2026
Africa Cup of NationsBreaking NewsCAF
Premier League weekend preview: Man United’s misery continues as Liverpool and Arsenal lock horns in a tactical showdown
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Premier League weekend preview: Man United’s misery continues as Liverpool and Arsenal lock horns in a tactical showdown

The Premier League resumes with high-stakes clashes, and our expert predictions reveal which teams will dominate—and which will crumble. Man United’s struggles deepen, while newly promoted Sunderland and Chelsea’s title ambitions hang in the balance.

30 Oct 2026
ArsenalArsenal FCBrentford FC
Aidil Sharin Sahak: Kuching City’s home advantage will be decisive against Gangwon in AFC Champions League Two
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Aidil Sharin Sahak: Kuching City’s home advantage will be decisive against Gangwon in AFC Champions League Two

With the return leg of their AFC Champions League Two tie looming, Kuching City’s head coach Aidil Sharin Sahak has pinned his hopes on home advantage to secure a reversal against Gangwon. The stakes are high after a 1-0 defeat in the first leg, and the Malaysian side’s tactical adjustments could determine their fate in the competition.

30 Oct 2026
Adelaide United’s Airton Andrioli issues direct challenge to Tatu after AFC Champions League Two defeat
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Adelaide United’s Airton Andrioli issues direct challenge to Tatu after AFC Champions League Two defeat

Adelaide United’s Airton Andrioli has demanded more from Amlani Tatu after the teenager’s missed opportunity cost his side a vital AFC Champions League Two win against Lion City Sailors. The Reds’ youngster’s error in the 2-0 defeat has sparked a coaching intervention, raising questions about consistency in a crucial campaign.

30 Oct 2026
Adelaide UnitedAFC Champions League TwoAirton Andrioli
MLS 2027 Sprint Season: Inter Miami vs. FC Cincinnati Opens Summer-to-Spring Era on February 19
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MLS 2027 Sprint Season: Inter Miami vs. FC Cincinnati Opens Summer-to-Spring Era on February 19

Major League Soccer’s 2027 campaign begins with a bold experiment: a 14-match Sprint Season designed to align MLS with European schedules. Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami will kick off the new era with FC Cincinnati at Nu Stadium, while the league unveils a condensed but high-stakes format that could redefine American football’s calendar.

29 Oct 2026
Simone Inzaghi’s second defeat of the season…
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Simone Inzaghi’s second defeat of the season…

Simone Inzaghi’s second defeat of the season has ignited a storm of criticism after Al-Hilal’s 3-1 defeat to Al-Shamal in the AFC Champions League Elite. Saudi media figures are now questioning the Italian’s ability to manage the club’s financial firepower, calling the loss a squandering of resources. The defeat—coming after a league-phase exit—has raised serious doubts about his tactical approach in Asia’s toughest club competition.

29 Oct 2026
Al-Shamal’s Historic Defeat of Al-Hilal Stuns AFC Champions League Elite
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Al-Shamal’s Historic Defeat of Al-Hilal Stuns AFC Champions League Elite

Qatar’s Al-Shamal delivered an unprecedented upset, ending Al-Hilal’s unbeaten run in the AFC Champions League Elite with a 3-1 victory at Al-Bayt Stadium. The result reshapes the West Group standings and marks Al-Shamal’s first-ever tournament win on debut.

27 Oct 2026
AFC Champions League EliteAl-HilalAl-Shamal
Chelsea secure £90m England midfielder Alex Scott with verbal agreement under Xabi Alonso’s leadership
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Chelsea secure £90m England midfielder Alex Scott with verbal agreement under Xabi Alonso’s leadership

Chelsea have struck a verbal agreement to sign Premier League midfielder Alex Scott in January, with Xabi Alonso finalising the deal after a summer bid was rejected. Bournemouth are now open to a mid-season sale as the Blues close in on a £90m move.

26 Oct 2026
AFC BournemouthAlex ScottBreaking News
Manchester United’s managerial crisis deepens as Carrington discussions signal Carrick’s future hangs in balance
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Manchester United’s managerial crisis deepens as Carrington discussions signal Carrick’s future hangs in balance

With Michael Carrick’s United in freefall—eight games without a win—club chiefs Omar Berrada and Jason Wilcox have convened at Carrington to assess the underperforming manager’s fate. The stakes could not be higher as the Red Devils’ title challenge unravels.

26 Oct 2026
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Norman Mapeza’s future at Scotland FC hangs in balance after CAF Champions League collapse

The fallout from Scotland FC’s humiliating exit from the CAF Champions League has cast doubt over former Chippa United coach Norman Mapeza’s tenure. With the club’s future under scrutiny and managerial instability rife across South African football, Mapeza’s position is now under intense review.

26 Oct 2026
Breaking NewsCAF Champions LeagueNorman Mapeza
With Michael Carrick’s future hanging by a…
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With Michael Carrick’s future hanging by a…

With Michael Carrick’s future hanging by a thread after Manchester United’s worst start to a Premier League season, insiders have identified Unai Emery as the club’s top target—despite his reluctance to leave Aston Villa. The pressure is mounting, and the Red Devils’ next move could redefine their season before it even begins.

26 Oct 2026
Manchester United
LAFC secure Audi 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs berth with dramatic draw against LA Galaxy
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LAFC secure Audi 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs berth with dramatic draw against LA Galaxy

Los Angeles Football Club have officially qualified for the MLS Cup Playoffs after a hard-fought 2-2 draw with arch-rivals LA Galaxy, securing their spot with just two games remaining in the regular season. The Black & Gold now face a final push to cement their Western Conference standing while managing a transitional period under interim head coach Xavi Tamarit.

26 Oct 2026
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LAFC’s Dramatic Comeback Secures Playoff Berth in High-Stakes El Tráfico Showdown
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LAFC’s Dramatic Comeback Secures Playoff Berth in High-Stakes El Tráfico Showdown

Los Angeles FC’s Denis Bouanga and Leo Walta delivered a late rally to snatch a 2-2 draw against LA Galaxy, clinching a playoff spot in the 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs. The dramatic finish at BMO Stadium ended Galaxy’s road win hopes and set the stage for a tense playoff push.

25 Oct 2026
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