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San Diego FC ties MLS expansion team record in draw at Atlanta United

Anders Dreyer scored a goal and Carlos Dos Santos made four saves as Western Conference-leading San Diego FC tied the MLS record for points by an expansion team with a 1-1 draw at Atlanta United on Saturday afternoon.

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Chelsea Loss to Bayern Munich in the Champions League Shows the Gap With Europe’s Elite

The Chelsea loss to Bayern Munich on Wednesday, September 18, once again pointed out the obvious fact that despite having an exceptional squad, the Royal Blues are still not quite up there with the very best in European football.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / The Cult of Calcio / September 16

Inter Dismiss Speculations About the Future of Chivu

Inter have had their worst start in a decade, but, despite some buzz about a quick coaching change, the management plans to give Christian Chivu time to figure things out, Fabrizio Romano reports (via SOSFanta).

Soccer News / Football Espana / September 14

Kylian Mbappe fires cheeky Marseille warning ahead of Champions League kick off

Real Madrid have enjoyed a perfect start to the 2025/26 La Liga season under Xabi Alonso’s leadership. Los Blancos have won all four of their opening games of the new league campaign with a two point lead over arch foes Barcelona in the rankings.

Soccer News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Premier League Golden Boot winners' quiz

How many of the players to lead the English Premier League in goals scored (also known as winning the "Golden Boot") since the 2000-01 season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Ballon d'Or winners' quiz

The 'English Premier League champions since 1992-93' quiz

The 'FIFA World Cup Golden Boot winners' quiz

Kaoru Mitoma News / NBC Sports / September 13

Watch: Kaoru Mitoma heads Brighton level with Bournemouth | Premier League

John Terry News / HITC / September 12

John Terry says Chelsea need a Liverpool-style signing to win Premier League titles

Chelsea have started this season without a loss, but John Terry says they still need to bring in a player like one from Liverpool if they want to be title contenders year after year.

Liam Delap News / HITC / September 12

Chelsea confirm Liam Delap injury timeline with update on Cole Palmer fitness

Enzo Maresca has spoken to the media before Chelsea’s match against Brentford, providing updates on Liam Delap and Cole Palmer. Delap picked up a hamstring injury during the win over Fulham, while Palmer has been dealing with a minor groin issue.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Extratime Talk / September 10

Chelsea Players International Break: Reece James Leads, Estevao Shines, Marc Cucurella Scores

The first international break of the 2025/26 season has come to an end, and several Chelsea players played important roles for their countries. From strong performances in Europe to big moments in South America, it was a busy two weeks for the Blues abroad.

Alexander Isak News / Sporting News / September 10

Former Chelsea winger delivers his verdict on Alexander Isak to Liverpool

A former Chelsea winger has delivered his verdict on Alexander Isak's transfer to Liverpool and compared it to the Blues signing Joao Pedro.

Andre Onana News / HITC / September 8

Andre Onana set to double wages as Manchester United sanction Trabzonspor loan

Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana is closing in on a move to Turkish club Trabzonspor ahead of the final hours of their transfer window. The 27-year-old Cameroon international has been weighing up his options since Lammens’ arrival and looks set to accept Trabzonspor’s loan offer, which includes an option to buy.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Sporting News / September 8

Chelsea legend advises Brazilian duo to stay humble after electric starts to their Blues' career

A Chelsea legend has urged Chelsea's Estevao Willian and Joao Pedro to stay humble after making bright starts to their Blues careers.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Last Word On Sports / September 4

Chelsea Summer Arrival Tipped to Emulate Vinícius Jr

Following their promising end to the 2024/25 season, Chelsea went on to win the Club World Cup in style. The West London club were active throughout the summer transfer window, signing players such as Jamie Gittens, Liam Delap and Jorrel Hato.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Sporting News / September 3

Former Chelsea striker claims to be in 'love' with underrated new signing

A former Chelsea striker has hailed the signing of Joao Pedro and claimed to be in 'love' with the player.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / September 2

Revealed: Manchester United ‘Explored Conditions’ to Sign Ex-Academy Graduate With ‘Heritage’

The transfer window has now officially shut, with the deadline passing last night at 19:00 BST. Some moves were confirmed after, if deal sheets were submitted in advance to enable this, but it now appears that all transfers for the Premier League are finished.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / September 1

Premier League Return for Winger as Sunderland Deal Confirmed

Sunderland have completed the signing of winger Bertrand Traoré from Ajax. The deal was confirmed via Sunderland’s official website, safc.com. The deal marks a return to the Premier League for the player who previously played for Chelsea and Aston Villa.

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The 'NFL 200-touchdown-pass Club' quiz

The '2024 NFL passing TD leaders' quiz

The 'Switch-hitter single-season HR leaders' quiz

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Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / September 1

Sunderland Strike Agreement for International Defender – Medical Imminent

*Since this article was published, Fabrizio Romano has posted his trademark “here we go.” Sunderland have enjoyed an impressive return to the Premier League thus far, collecting six points from their first three games.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Field Level Media / August 30

Atlanta United upsets Nashville behind goalkeeper Jayden Hibbert

Ronald Hernandez scored a header in the 24th minute on Saturday to propel visiting Atlanta United to a rare 1-0 victory over Nashville SC. Atlanta (5-12-11, 26 points) snapped an 11-game winless stretch, picking up three points for the first time since posting a 3-2 win over Orlando City on May 28.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Extratime Talk / August 30

Facundo Buonanotte Set To Join Chelsea: Will He Be a Useful Addition to the Blues?

Chelsea, under Todd Boehly, have seen an influx of transfers, with many of those at a fast-moving pace. With Facundo Buonanotte set to join Chelsea, he is set to add talent to the squad on a season-long loan deal.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / ESPN / August 30

Controversial VAR calls help Chelsea beat Fulham

A Joao Pedro header and an Enzo Fernandez penalty helped Chelsea get the better of Fulham in a match dominated by interventions from the VAR.

Joao Pedro News / NBC Sports / August 30

Watch: Joao Pedro scores AGAIN for Chelsea

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Last Word On Sports / August 28

‘Here We Go’: Chelsea to Complete Signing of ‘Electric’ Attacker

Chelsea have made another move in this summer’s transfer window. Not happy with just Jamie Gittens, Estevao, Joao Pedro, Liam Delap, and Jorrel Hato, they have continued adding to their growing rotation as they return to the Champions League.

Joao Pedro News / NBC Sports / August 22

Watch: Joao Pedro heads Chelsea level with West Ham | Premier League

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Sunderland on SI / August 21

Fabrizio Romano Drops Sunderland Transfer Blow for 39-Goal Winger

Sunderland are still looking to reinforce their attack before the current transfer window closes, but the latest reports on a target are not encouraging.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Sunderland on SI / August 20

Club Places 39-Goal Sunderland Target on Transfer List, Serie A Side Also in the Race

Sunderland have spent a total of £142.1m in the current transfer window, but it seems Regis Le Bris wants more reinforcements. The 2025-26 season started in a wonderful way for the Black Cats, beating West Ham 3-0 on the first matchday of the Premier League.

Manchester United News / Yardbarker / August 18