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Premier League 2025-2026 standings with Liverpool & Arsenal leading early
premier league

Liverpool and Arsenal Lead the Charge as the 2025-26 Premier League Goes Full Tempo

The 2025-2026 Premier League kicks off with high stakes and fresh narratives. Liverpool arrive off a historic title run, matching Manchester United's record and ending Manchester City's dominance. The campaign opened with a standout Liverpool vs Bournemouth clash at Anfield, setting the tone for a competitive season. This piece from Kooora outlines the early standings and what to expect as the race for Europe tightens. Expect drama, late winners, and a few surprises along the way.

Erling Haaland leads the 2025-26 Premier League goals race as top scorers battle for the Golden Boot and all-time legends re-emerge in context.
Premier League

Haaland's Golden Boot Race Heats Up: Haaland Leads the 2025-26 Premier League Scorers

Erling Haaland commands the 2025-26 Premier League goals table as the season accelerates. The piece surveys the top scorers, notes Haaland’s widening lead, and places Mohamed Salah within the all-time ranking. It also revisits the history books, highlighting legendary marks and contemporary standouts. Read on for a concise snapshot of the goal-scoring landscape and the drama behind every strike.

Arsenal vs Newcastle United 2-1 Premier League: late winner by Gabriel Magalhaes
Premier League

Arsenal’s Iron-Willed Comeback Stuns Newcastle 2-1 in a Stoppage-Time Masterclass

Arsenal overturned a first-half deficit to beat Newcastle United 2-1 in the Premier League. Nick Volltimid gave Newcastle the lead, but Mikel Merino equalized late for Arsenal, and Gabriel Magalhaes struck a stoppage-time winner. The result tightens Arsenal’s title race position and keeps Liverpool in sight. A razor-edged finish to a thrilling encounter left Newcastle furious at the final whistle.

Crystal Palace vs Liverpool stoppage-time winner Eddie Nketiah 2025
Premier League

Nketiah’s stoppage-time stunner seals Palace win over Liverpool in VAR-talked finale

Crystal Palace edged Liverpool 2-1 at Selhurst Park after a stoppage-time strike by Eddie Nketiah. The match featured a controversial corner that reignited debate over VAR and its remit. Former referee Mark Clattenburg weighed in on rule tweaks, while both clubs reflected on a pivotal moment in the Premier League race. The result reshapes the early-season narrative for Palace and Liverpool alike.

Al Ittihad coaching change after Blanc exit with Xavi links
Saudi Pro League

Surprise Candidate Emerges as Al Ittihad Seeks Fresh Start After Blanc Exit

Al Ittihad dismissed Laurent Blanc after a 2-0 loss to Al Nassr in the fourth round of the Saudi Pro League. The club has named Hassan Khalifa as caretaker with Iván Carrasco assisting, while rumors point to high-profile targets, notably Xavi Hernandez. Blanc had delivered league and King's Cup glory last season, but a rocky start this campaign forced a leadership change. The situation highlights the club’s high ambitions and a market for elite managers in Saudi football. The coaching carousel continues, with fans hoping for quick stability and more silverware.

Egyptian Premier League clash between Modern Sport and Pharco at Cairo International Stadium
Egyptian Premier League

Late Drama, Last-Second Equalizer: Modern Sport Stalls Pharco’s Win Bid

Modern Sport and Pharco played a 1-1 draw in the Egyptian Premier League at Cairo International Stadium. Modern Sport dominated possession and created chances, but Pharco’s defense held firm until the late stages. Ahmed Shaban put Pharco ahead in the 55th minute, before a stoppage-time own goal by Pharco leveled the score. The result leaves both teams in mid-table as Mazhoud earned Man of the Match for Modern Sport.

Freiburg vs Hoffenheim 1-1 Bundesliga clash
Bundesliga

Late Equalizer Keeps Freiburg from Third Straight Win as Hoffenheim Grabs a Point

Freiburg and Hoffenheim played to a 1-1 draw in the Bundesliga, in a fifth-round clash where Freiburg led early but Hoffenheim struck back. Freiburg had started the season slowly but found rhythm with wins over Stuttgart and Werder Bremen. Both teams end with 7 points, Freiburg in seventh and Hoffenheim in tenth. Bayern Munich still top the table ahead of Dortmund, Leipzig, and Frankfurt. The result sets up Freiburg for European action while Hoffenheim heads into the next fixtures with momentum.

Locatelli transfer to Chelsea on radar amid midfield crisis
transfer

Chelsea's Midfield Quandary Brews a Locatelli Pursuit: Juventus Star in Chelsea's Sights

Chelsea are reportedly targeting Manuel Locatelli of Juventus to shore up a midfield hit by injuries and inconsistency. The proposed move is pegged at around £34.9 million, but it faces competition from several clubs. With Moises Caicedo sidelined and Romeo Lavia returning from injury, Enzo Maresca may need to dip into the January market. The saga unfolds as Chelsea chase depth, while rivals also eye the Juve ace.

Manchester United 2025 crisis: Ferguson's legacy and the Amorim era
Premier League

The Ferguson Aftermath: Why Manchester United Has Become a Symbol of Decline

Since Sir Alex Ferguson’s retirement, Manchester United has struggled to reclaim its former dominance. By September 2025, the club sits mid-table, burdened by a string of defeats and mounting pressure on manager Ruben Amorim. A revolving door of high-profile coaches failed to restore the glory, while transfer missteps and governance issues undermined stability. Analysts argue the problem runs deeper than coaching, pointing to structural flaws and a culture that tolerates underachievement.

Hakim Ziyech free agent 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Morocco
transfer window

Hakim Ziyech’s Final Countdown: Can Morocco’s Wizard Reclaim His Spot Before AFCON 2025?

Hakim Ziyech, 32, sits as a free agent after parting ways with Al-Duhail, with Europe’s clubs weighing in as the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco approaches. Walid Regragui has kept him in the broader national-team circle but warned that a call-up requires active club football. Seville, Elche, and PSV Eindhoven are among the teams linked, while a reunion with Ajax-era mentors and Peter Bosz is circulating. The overarching goal is a European landing to boost form and secure a place in the Atlas Lions’ AFCON squad. Time is tight, and the clock is ticking for the former Ajax maestro.

Danish coach Thomas Tommasberg linked with Al Ahly amid cross-border coaching rumors
transfer

Al Ahly's Coaching Shake-Up: Danish Mastermind on the Brink

Al Ahly's hunt for a new manager hits a surprising fork in the road as reports surface about a potential deal with Danish coach Thomas Tommasberg. The Red were said to be close to finalizing an agreement with Tommasberg, known for his innovative tactics at Midtjylland and his work with Egyptian talent Imam Ashour. A Polish outlet then claimed Tommasberg had agreed to take charge of Pogon Szczecin, intensifying the cross-border rumor mill. Meanwhile, interim coach Emad El Nahhas has steadied the ship, setting up a high-stakes clash with Zamalek.

Chelsea vs Brighton 2025 analysis image Getty - Maresca vs injuries
Premier League

Chelsea’s Palmer Problem: Deepening Cracks in Maresca’s Chelsea Blitz

Chelsea’s season under Enzo Maresca reveals depth issues and injuries that expose a gap between spending and on-field quality. A 3-1 home defeat to Brighton laid bare defensive fragility and over-reliance on Cole Palmer in attack. While some summer signings show promise, a lack of cohesion and misaligned depth threaten to derail the project. The coming fixtures will test whether Chelsea can bridge the gulf between budget and brilliance, or if the patience of new ownership will be the only trophy in sight.