As the 2025/26 Premier League season kicks off, Chelsea and Crystal Palace face off at Stamford Bridge with a host of new players making their debuts. Joao Pedro, Jamie Gittens, and Estevao are among the new faces in the Chelsea line-up, while defender Tosin Adarabioyo is out with a minor injury. A surprise addition to the bench is Palmeiras' 18-year-old forward Estevao, who impressed during pre-season and scored against Chelsea in the Club World Cup. With key defender Levi Colwill out with a knee injury, Chelsea is also expected to have long-term absentee Wesley Fofana on the bench. Meanwhile, Chelsea is getting closer to a full squad with defender Benoit Badiashile and midfielder Romeo Lavia returning from injuries. Don't miss out on the action - find out how to watch the game on 101GreatGoals.com.
Daily Mail Sport's reporters Oliver Holt and Aadam Patel provide live updates and coverage of the Premier League match between Leeds and Everton at Elland Road. Despite a less-than-stellar game, the electric atmosphere and support from the fans made it a night to remember. Questions remain about a missed chance for Leeds to potentially win the game.
Italian World No. 1 tennis player Jannik Sinner unfortunately had to retire from the Cincinnati final against rival Carlos Alcaraz, due to health concerns. This leaves fans and experts wondering if he will be ready for his upcoming US Open title defense in less than a week. Sinner, who started the match off with a sleeve on his right arm, apologized to fans and promised to do his best despite feeling unwell. His opponent Alcaraz went on to win the tournament, but his heartfelt message to Sinner showed that sportsmanship was the true winner of the day.
With the squad announcement for the Asia Cup approaching, former India opener Aakash Chopra believes that Shreyas Iyer's impressive form with the bat for Punjab Kings in the IPL should earn him a spot in the T20I squad. Though Iyer faces competition from other players, Chopra argues that his performances in the Champions Trophy and IPL make a strong case for his inclusion. However, Chopra acknowledges the challenge of fitting Iyer into the T20I lineup given the success of Hyderabad batter Tilak Varma at No. 3.
Suprabhat Chakrabarty, popularly known as 'Khaja' in the cycling world, passed away due to a heart attack at the age of 86. He was a five-time national champion and represented India in various international meets, including the Asian Games and Olympics. His passing has been mourned by the cycling community, with the Calcutta Sports Journalists' Club releasing a statement in condolence. He is the second cyclist to have passed away this month, after 87-year-old Desmond Robinson also passed away leaving behind his wife and three daughters along with five grandchildren.
In the highly anticipated India vs England match in 2025, young Indian batsmen Tilak Varma and Abhishek Sharma stole the show with their impressive batting skills. While Abhishek Sharma scored a total of 829 runs in the match at Mumbai, Tilak Varma closely followed with 804 runs at Chennai. This remarkable performance has raised hopes for India's success in the international cricket scene.
Indian cricket fans were greeted with exciting news as Suryakumar Yadav has been cleared for selection in India's Asia Cup squad following a successful recovery from a sports hernia surgery. The squad announcement, which will be made by chairman of selection committee Ajit Agarkar, has sparked discussions on the possible inclusion of rising star Shubman Gill. With a range of talented options for the top order, the question remains: Who will make the cut for the team going into the T20I tournament held in the UAE this year? Stay tuned for the latest updates and speculations leading up to the squad announcement.
Manchester United is looking to strengthen their midfield as Casemiro's form drops drastically. PSG midfielder Manuel Ugarte is of interest to the club, but the stumbling block is agreeing on a price. A loan move has been suggested as a potential solution to help the deal go through, as Ugarte keeps himself in top shape ahead of a potential move to the Premier League.
Arsenal faced off against Manchester United in a highly anticipated Premier League match, with both teams vying for the win. In the end, it was Arsenal who came out on top, with Riccardo Calafiori's early goal making all the difference. Despite United's best efforts, Arsenal's defense held strong and secured their victory, adding to their impressive record over the past three years.
The Gunners faced a disappointing 1-0 loss to Tottenham Hotspur in their first North London derby outside of the UK. Winger Bukayo Saka was forced off the pitch with an injury sustained from an innocuous challenge by Mathys Tel. Despite the excitement of new striker Viktor Gyokeres' debut, Mikel Arteta's side were unable to secure a result against their rivals.
Despite being signed for a hefty sum of £73 million, Manchester United's Rasmus Hojlund may not be starting in the season opener against Arsenal due to limited playing time. The club has acquired talented forwards such as Benjamin Sesko and Joshua Zirkzee, and is open to selling Hojlund to other European clubs. However, the youngster remains committed to fighting for his place at United. Manager Ruben Amorim has praised Sesko's obsession with football, but it remains to be seen if he will feature in the game against Arsenal.