Football

Mikel Arteta confirms no new injuries before Sunderland, with Gabriel Jesus back in training and several players close to returning after the break.

Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka and Eberechi Eze have been named in Thomas Tuchel’s final England squad of 2025 ahead of qualifiers against Serbia and Albania.

Mary Earps’ autobiography has sparked backlash after her criticism of Sarina Wiegman and Hannah Hampton drew a strong response from Sonia Bompastor.

Arteta confirms Martinelli will miss the Burnley game as Saliba faces a fitness test, with Ødegaard, Havertz and Jesus all nearing returns.

Tino Livramento ruled out for eight weeks with knee ligament damage after Newcastle’s defeat to Arsenal, though Eddie Howe says the news could be worse.

Ex-Arsenal strikers Eddie Nketiah and Danny Welbeck scored crucial goals for Palace and Brighton, hurting Liverpool and Chelsea in the Premier League.

Following a season that saw Arsenal return to the elite level by winning the Champions League, 17 years after winning it as the UEFA Women’s Cup, there was hope for a Ballon d’Or winner as England also won the 2025 Euros.

UEFA’s new Women’s Europa Cup kicked off this week, while the Champions League qualifiers produced drama for clubs across Europe.

Albert Sambi Lokonga’s Hamburg transfer cost far less than first reported, with German media claiming Arsenal received just €300k plus add-ons for the midfielder.

The UEFA Women’s Champions League qualifying draw has been made, with giants of the women’s game set to fight for the final places in the new League phase.

Arsenal now know who they will face in this year’s Champions League after the draw took place in Monaco

Leeds midfielder Ao Tanaka suffered an MCL injury against Arsenal, raising fresh concerns for Daniel Farke as his side face a growing midfield crisis.

Chris Kavanagh will referee Arsenal’s trip to Anfield, a decision likely to worry fans after a series of controversial calls in previous high-profile games.

Bukayo Saka faces four weeks out with a hamstring injury, missing key clashes and England duty, though scans show no long-term damage.

Laila Harbert joins Portland Thorns on loan until January, a bold move that could shape her future in midfield as she continues her rapid rise.

Olivier Giroud has scored twice in his first two games for Lille at 38, including a stoppage-time winner against Monaco that marked his 350th career goal.

Liverpool suffer a defensive blow as Jeremie Frimpong is sidelined until mid-September, leaving Arne Slot short of options before key games against Newcastle and Arsenal.

Fabio Vieira is in talks over a £30m move to Stuttgart. Injuries, competition and Arteta’s system left him sidelined, but Germany may suit his style.

Arsenal lost 4-3 to Tottenham in a pre-season derby, with Renée Slegers and Victoria Pelova outlining key lessons ahead of the new campaign.

Leeds suffer a major setback as Ethan Ampadu is ruled out until after the break, though Noah Okafor and Dominic Calvert-Lewin could face Arsenal.