Recent News from The Athletic (Include All Sources)
Ange Postecoglou has his statement win – this is how good Tottenham can be
New California law signed in honor of former Stanford goalkeeper Katie Meyer
Leyton Orient 0-0 Wrexham: Are Parkinson’s side equipped for historic promotion hat-trick?
Man Utd 0 Tottenham 3 – What now for Ten Hag? Van de Ven’s incredible assist; was Bruno red harsh?
The FIFA Club World Cup has venues at last – but so many questions still remain
How Jon Rowe went from Norwich outcast to Marseille’s new hero
Real Madrid are getting more yellow cards for dissent – and they’re not happy about it
How Indonesia turns unknown footballers into adored superstars: ‘We couldn’t leave the hotel’
Bayern Munich 1 Leverkusen 1: Alonso’s side show resilience, Pavlovic stunner and rivalry simmers
FIFA announces 2025 Club World Cup stadiums and cities
Raphinha’s reinvention at Barcelona: Hansi Flick has unleashed his athleticism
Arsenal and Manchester City: How a rivalry descended into ‘war’
Inside Columbus Crew’s White House visit: ‘This is about so much more than a picture’
Premier League predicted line-ups: Who do our writers think will start in Gameweek 6?
All-time leading goal scorer Christine Sinclair announces retirement, finishing season with Thorns
Mauricio Pochettino: Introducing his USMNT backroom staff — and what each of them do
Rodri’s ACL injury: How does he recover and is workload to blame?
Sergino Dest on playing with Messi, facing Vinicius Jr. Plus: Everton’s stuntman saviour?
The Athletic’s Friday football quiz question #23
Sergino Dest: My game in my words
EA Sports FC 25: Highest-rated players and review of new release
Ranking each Premier League club for ‘dark arts’
Full-backs moving into midfield: The many different interpretations
Row Z: Ten Hag hot takes, Arteta on facts not words, and protecting Hearts’ assets
The U.S. Open Cup relies on ‘good collaboration’, something stakeholders are working toward
Why left-wing German club St Pauli are selling their stadium to fans: ‘It’s the home of the people’
Why do Spanish football matches kick off so late?
Explaining Tottenham’s complex racism case
Barcelona briefing: Pena assured with Szczesny on the way and Lewandowski keeps scoring
Carlo Ancelotti’s Real Madrid survival and the soft superpowers behind his success
Five tactical takeaways from the Premier League’s first five weekends
No wins in their first five Premier League games: How worried should the bottom six be?
CONCACAF announces venues for 2025 Gold Cup
Who replaces Kylian Mbappe in Real Madrid’s starting line-up for the derby?
Who are the Premier League MVPs? Mbappe and Bellingham combine for first time
Barcelona fans have high hopes for Ansu Fati. Can he shine again under Hansi Flick?
‘We sinned in our arrogance’ – Real Madrid’s night of reflection after Alaves close call
Barcelona’s Camp Nou reconstruction is 24/7 – but will they really be back this year?
Revealed: The Premier League’s ‘real’ MVPs
Manchester United’s Noussair Mazraoui – ‘He always had to fight for his future’
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In recent football news, significant developments have emerged across various leagues and teams. Frank Lampard appears poised for a managerial comeback, nearing an appointment as Coventry City's new manager. This move marks his return to management 18 months after his departure from Chelsea. Lampard's vast experience from his time at Chelsea and Everton positions him as a promising candidate to lead Coventry City forward.
Manchester United and their new head coach, Ruben Amorim, have been making headlines with strategic decisions on player transfers. Amorim has reportedly made a firm decision regarding the futures of Marcus Rashford and Rasmus Hojlund as Manchester United navigates potential new additions to their squad. This comes as speculation increases around Viktor Gyokeres' potential transfer to the club, indicating a possible reshaping of United's attacking options under Amorim's vision.
The football world has also been buzzing with commentary from Pep Guardiola, the Manchester City manager, who clarified his remarks following a 3-3 draw with Feyenoord in the Champions League. Guardiola issued a statement to explain his comments about self-harm, with his team's performance sparking widespread discussion. Manchester City’s recent form has drawn attention, particularly with Ilkay Gundogan highlighting the team's "inexplicable" winless streak which puts their title aspirations at significant risk.
On a personal note, Jude Bellingham spoke out about his challenging experiences following England's Euro 2024 defeat. Bellingham's candid revelations shed light on the emotional tolls top athletes sometimes endure, illustrating the high-pressure environments in top-tier football. His openness contributes to the broader conversation on mental health and the importance of support systems for professional athletes.
Lastly, Robert Lewandowski has joined the ranks of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo by scoring over 100 goals in the Champions League, a remarkable achievement that underscores the Polish striker’s impact on European football. This milestone not only celebrates Lewandowski's prowess on the field but also cements his place among the game's elite.
This roundup highlights key movements and moments in football, from managerial shifts and player transfers to personal achievements and challenges faced by football stars.
1 | Liverpool | 12 | 16 | 31 |
2 | Manchester City | 12 | 5 | 23 |
3 | Chelsea | 12 | 9 | 22 |
4 | Arsenal | 12 | 9 | 22 |
5 | Brighton | 12 | 5 | 22 |
6 | Tottenham | 12 | 14 | 19 |
7 | Nottingham Forest | 12 | 2 | 19 |
8 | Aston Villa | 12 | 0 | 19 |
9 | Fulham | 12 | 0 | 18 |
10 | Newcastle | 12 | 0 | 18 |
11 | Brentford | 12 | 0 | 17 |
12 | Manchester United | 12 | 0 | 16 |
13 | Bournemouth | 12 | -1 | 15 |
14 | West Ham | 12 | -4 | 15 |
15 | Everton | 12 | -7 | 11 |
16 | Leicester | 12 | -8 | 10 |
17 | Wolves | 12 | -8 | 9 |
18 | Ipswich | 12 | -10 | 9 |
19 | Crystal Palace | 12 | -7 | 8 |
20 | Southampton | 12 | -15 | 4 |
1 | Barcelona | 14 | 28 | 34 |
2 | Real Madrid | 13 | 17 | 30 |
3 | Atletico Madrid | 14 | 13 | 29 |
4 | Villarreal | 13 | 4 | 25 |
5 | Athletic Club | 14 | 7 | 23 |
6 | Osasuna | 14 | -3 | 22 |
7 | Girona | 14 | 2 | 21 |
8 | Mallorca | 14 | 1 | 21 |
9 | Real Betis | 14 | 0 | 20 |
10 | Real Sociedad | 14 | 0 | 18 |
11 | Celta Vigo | 14 | -2 | 18 |
12 | Sevilla | 14 | -5 | 18 |
13 | Rayo Vallecano | 13 | -1 | 16 |
14 | Leganes | 14 | -6 | 14 |
15 | Getafe | 14 | -1 | 13 |
16 | Alaves | 14 | -9 | 13 |
17 | Las Palmas | 14 | -7 | 12 |
18 | Valencia | 12 | -7 | 10 |
19 | Espanyol | 13 | -14 | 10 |
20 | Valladolid | 14 | -17 | 9 |
1 | Napoli | 13 | 11 | 29 |
2 | Inter | 13 | 17 | 28 |
3 | Atalanta | 13 | 18 | 28 |
4 | Fiorentina | 13 | 17 | 28 |
5 | Lazio | 13 | 14 | 28 |
6 | Juventus | 13 | 14 | 25 |
7 | AC Milan | 12 | 6 | 19 |
8 | Bologna | 12 | -1 | 18 |
9 | Udinese | 13 | -3 | 17 |
10 | Empoli | 13 | -1 | 16 |
11 | Torino | 13 | -3 | 15 |
12 | AS Roma | 13 | -4 | 13 |
13 | Parma | 13 | -4 | 12 |
14 | Lecce | 13 | -15 | 12 |
15 | Verona | 13 | -15 | 12 |
16 | Cagliari | 13 | -10 | 11 |
17 | Genoa | 13 | -13 | 11 |
18 | Como | 13 | -12 | 10 |
19 | Monza | 13 | -5 | 9 |
20 | Venezia | 13 | -11 | 8 |
1 | Bayern Munich | 11 | 29 | 29 |
2 | Eintracht Frankfurt | 11 | 11 | 23 |
3 | RB Leipzig | 11 | 9 | 21 |
4 | Bayer Leverkusen | 11 | 8 | 20 |
5 | Borussia Dortmund | 11 | 4 | 19 |
6 | Borussia Monchengladbach | 11 | 3 | 17 |
7 | SC Freiburg | 11 | -2 | 17 |
8 | FSV Mainz 05 | 11 | 4 | 16 |
9 | VfB Stuttgart | 11 | 2 | 16 |
10 | Union Berlin | 11 | 0 | 16 |
11 | VfL Wolfsburg | 11 | 2 | 15 |
12 | Werder Bremen | 11 | -5 | 15 |
13 | 1899 Hoffenheim | 11 | -5 | 12 |
14 | FC Augsburg | 11 | -10 | 12 |
15 | FC Heidenheim | 11 | -5 | 10 |
16 | FC St. Pauli | 11 | -7 | 8 |
17 | Holstein Kiel | 11 | -16 | 5 |
18 | Vfl Bochum | 11 | -22 | 2 |