Uzbekistan, led by new coach Fabio Cannavaro, beat Kuwait 2‑0 in Tashkent and fell 1‑2 to Uruguay in Malaysia, pivotal friendlies ahead of their 2026 World Cup debut.
Mali host Madagascar in a decisive World Cup qualifier at Bamako's Stade du 26 Mars, with the runner‑up spot and playoff hopes on the line.
Rúben Neves' injury‑time header gave Portugal a 1‑0 win over Ireland in Lisbon, preserving a perfect start to their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign.
Japan hosts Paraguay in a 2025 friendly at Saitama Stadium 2002. Samurai Blue are heavy odds favourites, but Paraguay aim to end a goal drought.
Scotland rallied from a goal down to beat Greece 3‑1, lifting them level with Denmark in Group E and keeping World Cup qualification hopes alive.
Trevor Lawrence's Jaguars rally past the Chiefs 31‑28 on Monday Night Football, boosting Jacksonville to 4‑1 and sparking AFC South excitement.
Braga beat Celtic 2‑0 at Celtic Park, a match marred by a disallowed goal and defensive mistakes, intensifying pressure on manager Brendan Rodgers.
Lille OSC leads Ligue 1's 2025‑26 injury surge with nine players out, including Ethan Mbappé's hamstring and Tiago Santos' knee, as clubs scramble for depth.
Brighton beats Wolves 1‑0 at Molineux after Vítor Pereira's red card, extending Wolves' winless Premier League streak and boosting Brighton's European push.
Union Berlin host TSG Hoffenheim on Sep 13, 2025, seeking a fourth consecutive win at the Alten Försterei. Both sides sit on three points, with injuries shaping Hoffenheim’s line‑up.
Paul Merson shares bold match‑day three predictions, noting Arsenal and Liverpool as title rivals and sparking debate among fans.
Spanish midfield legend Sergio Busquets has said goodbye to professional soccer, planning to hang up his boots after the 2025 MLS campaign with Inter Miami. The 37‑year‑old reflected on his two‑decade journey, from Barcelona glory to international triumphs, in an emotional Instagram video. Fans can expect a heartfelt farewell that honours his club, country and new American adventure.