Football Archives: 10/2026

Arsenal have confirmed a new contract for Mikel Arteta after a title-winning season, with further coaching staff talks also under way.

Mikel Merino has been hailed in Spain after another decisive display, with the Arsenal midfielder earning a new label for his international impact.

Mikel Merino scored twice as Spain came from behind to beat Croatia, with Martin Zubimendi supplying the pass for the late winner.

Juventus are seemingly turning to Liverpool’s Giovanni Leoni amid a belief that Arsenal’s Riccardo Calafiori is unattainable, according to a report.

Arsenal’s Viktor Gyokeres capped off an excellent international break with his fourth goal in four games, netting another winner for Sweden on Monday night.

Riccardo Calafiori scored his first goal for Italy on Monday, admitting it was a special night for him amid praise from Italy head coach Roberto Mancini.

Martin Odegaard racked up another assist for Norway on Sunday, but his team’s poor form continued with another defeat.

Mariona Caldentey has withdrawn from Spain duty after a hamstring injury, with Arsenal still waiting to learn the full extent of the problem.

David Raya had a difficult night for Spain despite a 3-1 win over Czechia, while Mikel Merino came off the bench to seal the result late on.

Bukayo Saka struck twice in England’s 7-0 win over Croatia, reaching a new landmark as Arsenal watch his international workload closely.

Max Dowman’s latest England Under-19 appearance ended unexpectedly after the Arsenal teenager had already played a key part in the win.

Arsenal’s painful title near-misses against Manchester City look different now, after a ruling that changes the context around those seasons.

Renée Slegers has addressed her Arsenal future and the backing she is receiving from the club during a difficult run of results.

Arsenal get mixed injury news before facing Manchester City, with one player nearing a return while another remains sidelined.

Arsenal have settled on a new approach to the Emirates after two years of considering a major expansion of their home ground.

Viktor Gyokeres kept his remarkable Nations League run going for Sweden, but a late twist left the Arsenal striker frustrated in Zenica.

Ceadach O’Neill earned another senior cap as Northern Ireland produced a statement Nations League win and strengthened their position at the top.

Arsenal youth winger James Scanlon scored a solo goal for Gibraltar on Thursday night, netting an equaliser for his team’s first goal of the international break.

Martin Odegaard bounced back from his injury concerns to provide an assist in Norway’s match against Wales on Thursday night.