Recent News from The Athletic (Include All Sources)
From Drake in pink to ‘Blokecore’: How football shirts became fashionable
The Debate: Is manager and player behaviour on the pitch out of hand?
The Athletic FC: Will Rodri’s injury shape the title race? Plus: How Everton takeover could work
Breaking down Erling Haaland’s 100 City goals: Back-post menace, one-v-ones and the occasional screamer
Rodri is a symptom of a sport at breaking point – and we’re all to blame
Erik ten Hag’s FC Twente years – ‘He always thought he knew better than the coach’
How do Premier League shirt names work? Can players put any name on their kit?
Arsenal’s turnaround: How Mikel Arteta transformed them from soft touch to streetwise
Is there a trend of Premier League head coaches getting younger?
Everton takeover by The Friedkin Group: What’s next? Will it be completed? How is it being funded?
USMNT Player Tracker: Richards blunts United, Busio’s perfect day and ‘special’ Tillman
Marc-Andre ter Stegen is out for the season – so what’s Barcelona’s plan?
How Milan’s brave use of Christian Pulisic in a narrow position helped them defeat Inter
The colour and contradictions of James Rodriguez’s surprising new start in Spain
City vs Arsenal – now an official rivalry, Friedkin Group on cusp of Everton takeover
Barcelona briefing: Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s serious injury overshadows Villarreal rout
Serie A briefing: Milan have lift off, Juventus a work in progress, Roma fans protest
The Briefing: Who expected a City-Arsenal thriller? Point proven for Rodri? And are Chelsea good?
Arsenal stood tall and left a mark on Manchester City – there was animosity and menace
We need to talk about the Anfield atmosphere
Rodri injury may be the most significant moment for Man City in a match of a million things
Man City 2 Arsenal 2 – Controversial red, quick free-kicks and rivalry ignited in classic
Trent Alexander-Arnold discusses his Liverpool future – what he said and what he meant
Wrexham 2 Crawley Town 1: Mullin returns, an important response, Gresford remembered
Real Madrid briefing: Is Tchouameni’s future at the back? Modric excels (again), Rodrygo makes point
Manchester City vs Arsenal: Handling Haaland, set-piece threat – and does Arteta need the three points?
Payet, Bolasie and Depay — why are so many random European players heading to Brazil?
Mikel Arteta’s time at Man City and the training drill that transformed Raheem Sterling
The decline of Girondins de Bordeaux: ‘It’s like the Titanic’
What is the true value of a Premier League goal?
Donald Trump’s ex-lawyer Joe Tacopina bidding to buy Tranmere Rovers
Gianni Infantino promises to announce FIFA Club World Cup venues by end of September
In Netflix’s Hope Solo documentary, the absent voices echo the loudest
Why does Rodri score so often for Manchester City – and how do you stop him?
How Arsenal’s David Raya built the technique behind his incredible double save
German football has a new controversy – about playing games in the United States
Sad decline of long shots? Raya’s remarkable double save, FIFA’s emergency meeting
The Athletic’s Friday football quiz question #22
Christian Benteke: My game in my words
Aitana Bonmati exclusive: Barcelona’s Ballon d’Or winner tells it like it is
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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 |