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On August 22, NBA legend Amar'e Stoudemire recalled his experience defending Kobe Bryant during his time with the Suns. He revealed that the team knew defensive schemes were ineffective yet still had to communicate them. In the playoffs against the Lakers, Kobe was nearly impossible to contain. The Suns tried double-teaming on the catch, fronting in the post, and preventing him from getting the ball, but none worked. Stoudemire concluded: There was no answer for Kobe.

Arsenal kicked off their Premier League campaign with a 3-0 win over Coventry on August 22, as Odegaard's goal secured the victory and earned him both the official and fan-voted Man of the Match awards.

Manchester City legend Sergio Aguero asserts: Arsenal remain the benchmark for the title race, while Aston Villa have the strength to upset the order. The 2026-27 season kicks off on Friday, with Arsenal hosting Coventry City at home. As defending champions, the Gunners have ended a 20-year wait, with Mikel Arteta leading the team through reinforcements and a clear tactical philosophy. Aguero includes Villa in the title contention, praising Unai Emery. Meanwhile, traditional giants are undergoing rebuilds.

Inter Milan coach Chivu declares Lautaro Martinez non-transferable, citing the World Cup captain's importance to the club's past and future. He notes Lautaro's late preparation for the Monza match and stresses the team's need for competitiveness and humility.

Manchester City manager Maresca confirmed that Rodri has explicitly demanded to leave, while Savinio has been seeking a move from the start. Reijnders, Nico Gonzalez, and Omar Marmoush are inclined to leave due to lack of playing time, with Marmoush still in the squad, a different case from Savinio. Doku is out injured for the match against Bournemouth, while Matheus Nunes has returned; the rest of the players are fit.

Spalletti is preparing for Sunday's league match against Frosinone. Milik has recovered and participated in full team training today. Gatti trained alone due to an unresolved ankle injury. Previously, he was hit by a fan who rushed onto the pitch during the match between Juventus and the Next Gen team. Ehator also trained alone.

Palmeiras refuse to sell Alan for less than €40 million, while the player sees Man City as a career-defining chance. City must craft an enticing offer, as with Vitor Reis, with talks likely to stretch to deadline day.

According to Diario AS, Watkins' transfer to Saudi Arabia has pushed Jackson close to joining Aston Villa. Chelsea prefer a permanent sale rather than a loan, asking for nearly €80 million. Villa are in rapid negotiations with Al-Hilal, with the Watkins deal exceeding €50 million and personal terms already agreed. Atletico Madrid have withdrawn from the race after their loan proposal was rejected by Chelsea. Emery has long admired Jackson, and Tottenham, ...

AC Milan have sidelined Christopher Nkunku, prompting strong interest from Newcastle and RB Leipzig. With a remaining book value of €32 million, the transfer fee is a key obstacle, while Sky Sports reports suggest Nkunku's attitude failed to convince coach Amorim despite his strong scoring form in the second half of the season.

With the European transfer window now open and the new season nearing, activity across leagues is intense. Flashscore's live blog reports that Tottenham are close to signing Savinho, and Barcelona have agreed a deal with Livakovic.

Lukaku and Osimhen once created brilliance together at Napoli. Now, they belong to Fenerbahce and Galatasaray respectively, and are about to face off head-to-head in the Turkish Super League. The fame and ambition of the two strikers have pushed the attention on the Turkish Super League to an unprecedented level.

Chelsea are planning to sign Brazilian forward Joao Pedro to a long-term contract, with the new deal potentially extending until 2034. The 24-year-old's impressive first season at Stamford Bridge has prompted the club to improve his terms, in response to transfer interest from European giants such as Barcelona.

Journalist Erdem Akbas has revealed that once the paperwork is completed, Livakovic will depart for Spain tomorrow. Barcelona have finalized the signing of Livakovic and plan to loan him out to Dinamo Zagreb.

Former Chelsea captain John Terry predicts the Blues will top the Premier League after the first five rounds of the 2025-26 season, despite naming Arsenal as title favourites. He sees a near-perfect start under new boss Xabi Alonso, with wins over Fulham, Brighton, Hull and Brentford followed by a draw at Arsenal.

According to Footmercato, Arsenal have made contact with Galatasaray over Osimhen's transfer. But Osimhen's net annual salary exceeds €20 million, unaffordable for any European club. Arsenal are unwilling to break their salary structure and hope he will accept a pay cut. Last season: 33 games, 22 goals, 8 assists; national team: 52 games, 35 goals. Arteta is interested but the deal is hard to advance. The decision...

talkSPORT chief reporter Alex Crook revealed that Manchester United have contacted Barcelona full-back Balde's representatives, but the player is comfortable at the Camp Nou. Currently, only Luke Shaw is available for left-back, with Dorgu more attacking and Amass expected to leave. Hall remains a target but Newcastle won't sell. Balde made 42 appearances last season, missing 10 due to injury. Barcelona signed Cancelo, increasing competition. United also interested in Arsenal's Skelly, but Arteta said he won't leave this summer. Carrick prioritizes midfield, with Santos, Tielemans signed, and a £60m+£5m bid for Baleba submitted.

Chelsea reject loan for Jackson, Atletico Madrid withdraw. Villa emerge as favorites, with Watkins' potential move to Al Hilal clearing the path. Tottenham and Napoli also interested.

Opta's Premier League season predictions: Arsenal defend title with record-low 73 points, Man City 18% chance, Tottenham eighth despite spending £150m on new signings.

Pulisic has resumed training after a 44-day injury layoff, but his availability for AC Milan's Serie A opener against Torino remains uncertain pending a final decision from coach Amorin.

French media outlet Foot Mercato reports that Arsenal plans to reinforce their frontline before the summer transfer window closes, with Victor Osimhen being one of the targets. Last season, he scored 22 goals and provided 8 assists in 33 games, and has 35 goals in 52 appearances for the national team. He is admired by Mikel Arteta, but the deal is complicated. Arsenal has no intention of making an unreasonable offer in terms of salary, while Osimhen's annual salary at Galatasaray exceeds €20 million (after tax), which has become a major obstacle.