AC Milan rolled over Lecce 3-0 at San Siro on September 23, 2025, securing a place in the Coppa Italia round of 16. An early red card left Lecce a man down, and goals from Santiago Giménez, Christopher Nkunku and Christian Pulisic sealed the win. Milan’s fluid attack and disciplined defence highlighted their cup ambitions for the 2025‑26 season.
Espanyol broke their LaLiga away‑win drought on 31 December 2021, turning a 1‑0 deficit into a 2‑1 victory at Mestalla. A late penalty by Raúl de Tomás and a Javi Puado header sealed the win, while Hugo Duro was sent off for Valencia.
Millwall midfielder Zian Flemming completes a permanent £7m move to newly-promoted Burnley after playing a decisive role in their promotion. The Dutch forward’s versatility made him a tactical linchpin for Scott Parker. Meanwhile Watford demand £8m for Tom Dele‑Bashiru, pricing out Premier League hopeful Ipswich Town. The split‑season drama highlights how promotion and relegation reshape transfer strategies in the Championship.
Serie A hosts a showdown at the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino as Atalanta seeks redemption after a 0-4 Champions League defeat to PSG, while Torino aims to cement its home resurgence. Recent form, head‑to‑head history and tactical cues suggest an open, high‑scoring encounter that could shape the early league table.
Brazilian forward Lucas Ribeiro has joined Cultural y Deportiva Leonesa on a one-year deal after terminating his contract with Mamelodi Sundowns. His camp argued that Sundowns blocked moves to Europe and Qatar, citing a FIFA precedent to secure clearance. Fluminense had also chased him. The free transfer was finalized on Sept. 12, 2025, with any dispute now headed to the FIFA Football Tribunal.
Serbia beat Latvia for a third straight win and clinched a spot in Riga’s final stage, but the post-game moment everyone talked about came from the press room. Coach Svetislav Pešić cut off a question about alleged heated words between Ognjen Dobrić and Latvia coach Luca Banchi, insisting the conversation stay on basketball. He praised discipline, perfect free throws, and warned about player health.
After Marseille supporters attacked Lyon’s team bus and injured coach Fabio Grosso, the postponed Ligue 1 derby returns to the Velodrome under tight security. Nine arrests followed the incident, which embarrassed officials months before the Paris Olympics and during TV rights talks. The LFP faces limits on sanctions but is pushing tougher crowd-control measures across the league.
Aston Villa beat Brentford 1-0 after a dramatic VAR call ruled out a late home equaliser. Ollie Watkins struck early in the second half against his former club, and a disputed foul on Emiliano Martinez denied Brentford after Mikkel Damsgaard’s shot appeared to cross the line. Thomas Frank raged at the decision; Unai Emery praised Villa’s resilience. The result boosts Villa’s European push.
HBO Max is ending 'And Just Like That...' with season 3, putting the final note on the beloved Sex and the City revival. The creative team, led by Michael Patrick King and Sarah Jessica Parker, decided together that the story should conclude with a longer, two-part finale on August 14, 2025.
Pakistan outplayed West Indies in the first T20I at Lauderhill thanks to a game-changing performance from spinner Mohammad Nawaz and a composed chase led by Usman Ayub. West Indies' batting once again stumbled under pressure, giving Pakistan an early advantage in the series.
EA Sports FC 25 has dropped its MLS Team of the Season list, spotlighting Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez for their dominant play with Inter Miami. Brad Guzan and Jackson Ragen grab honors for their defensive skills. Although the full lineup isn't public yet, the TOTS arrives just ahead of the much-anticipated Ultimate Team of the Season reveal.
Analysts expect a close Giants win over the Dodgers, with Los Angeles holding a narrow edge in win probability. Recent performance as favorites and strong batting suggest a tense, low-scoring battle with the under favored on 7.5 runs.