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BBC examines Man Utd's troubled Premier League start under Carrick, highlighting a home loss to Manchester City, underperforming £155M midfield signings, B. Fernandes' declining form in the final year of his contract, and growing comparisons between Carrick and former interim boss Solskjaer.

Flick has led Barcelona to top the league table for 61 rounds in just two seasons and part of a third, surpassing Venables to join the club's top five all-time leaders. Only Michels, Rijkaard, Balaguer, and Guardiola have more.

Venice opened the Serie A season without a single point in four matches, putting head coach Stroppa's position in jeopardy. With Saturday's critical clash against Lazio ahead and a three-week league break following, the club faces mounting pressure after €73 million in summer spending yielded no results. Despite GM Antonelli's public backing and a contract extended through 2029 (extendable to 2030 with a successful survival campaign), Venezia's midfield is further hampered by a three-month injury to mainstay Buch, prompting the club to search the free agent market for replacements including Bissouma, Dahoud, Ndombele, and Akpa-Akpro.

Serbian winger Tadic has revealed his willingness to return to the national team after a direct conversation with SFA sport director Ranko Stojic, and he is expected to feature in the upcoming UEFA Nations League squad.

Celta Vigo forward Aspas sustained a rectus femoris fiber tear during a match against Malaga and is expected to be sidelined for several weeks if confirmed by medical tests. He will miss the UEFA Europa League opener against Omonia Nicosia and the match against Racing Santander. His return is targeted for October 11 against Elche, though Celta fans are hoping he recovers in time for the match against Juventus at Balaidos on October 15.

Ahead of the October 26 Ballon d'Or ceremony, commentator Edu Aguirre acknowledged Yamal's world-class status but declared him four tiers below Mbappe, naming players like Raphinha and Olise as fairer comparisons and affirming Mbappe as the current world number one.

Warriors coach Cole firmly stated the team never restructured its roster to attract James, calling any Curry-James partnership unrealistic and emphasizing such discussions originated externally. Now that James has joined Philadelphia, Cole acknowledges some fans are relieved while maintaining a welcoming stance as a coach.

Timo Werner has declined Borussia Monchengladbach's coaching invitation, stating that now is not the right time to coach, and wishes to continue his break. He stepped down from RB Leipzig this summer but still receives a high salary. Monchengladbach parted ways with manager Eugen Polanski following a poor start, with assistant Jan-Moritz Lichte taking temporary charge. The club is seeking a permanent manager, with other candidates including Christian Eichner, Horst Ste...

Patrick Vieira will officially take charge of Senegal on September 14 on a four-year contract through the 2030 World Cup, succeeding Pape Thiaw and also guiding the team at the 2027 and 2028 Africa Cups of Nations. The football federation plans to announce the appointment at a press conference in Dakar. Vieira, former manager of Nice and Crystal Palace, has already contacted players to prepare for his first international matchday. A squad overhaul is already underway, with goalkeeper Mendy informed of his exit from the national team. Senegal's opening three fixtures will be away matches against Mozambique, Ethiopia, and a friendly against Comoros in Marseille.

Spain's Luis de la Fuente will unveil his first squad of the 2026 World Cup cycle on September 18, marking the team's first gathering since winning the championship. Llorente has withdrawn and Iglesias has been dropped, with the right-back position remaining the biggest uncertainty as Porro looks likely to be selected while Carvajal is clubless.

Barcelona left-back Aleix Balde, a 22-year-old Spanish international, may depart in the winter window due to a lack of playing time under Hansi Flick, with Liverpool among interested suitors. Balde is currently the third-choice left-back at the club and holds a contract until 2028 with a €1 billion release clause. His agent Jorge Mendes could help facilitate a move, with January the key decision point.

Inter Milan head coach Chivo has decided to keep Jose Martinez in the starting goalkeeper position and delay Provdel's debut. Despite Martinez's error against Real Madrid in the Champions League, Chivo emphasized that the team does not want the mistake to define Martinez's season, sending a message of support to the player and the squad.

Japan's Asian Games forward Yutaka Michiwaki shares his determination to return to European football after repeated setbacks, aiming to hone his skills through hard work and dedication, with the ultimate goal of earning a place on the national team.

Hannover 96 have sacked head coach Tietz after a poor 1-2 away loss to Nuremberg, appointing 38-year-old Sandro Wagner as his successor. Wagner, a former Bayern Munich player who has coached Augsburg and Unterhaching, takes over a struggling side that has managed only four points from five matches and sits 15th in the 2. Bundesliga, near the relegation zone.

Spanish outlet Marca's 2026 Ballon d'Or poll shows Barcelona's Yamal leading with 37% of votes ahead of Mbappe's 27%, a 10-point gap among a readership known for its Real Madrid leanings. Both players have publicly expressed confidence in winning, with Mbappe citing individual excellence and Yamal highlighting team trophies. The debate between team honors and individual stats is fueling an early rivalry between the two club powerhouses.

Lazio has re-contacted Mauro Icardi's agent team after previous talks earlier this summer, according to Sky Sports journalist Biagini. The Argentine forward is open to joining but insists his salary demands must be met. Lazio management plans to discuss the deal with head coach Gattuso in the next 1-2 days to assess whether to proceed.

Ovie Ejaria, a 28-year-old former Liverpool midfielder and Arsenal youth product, has become a free agent after his contract expired. Now based in London, he is openly seeking employment on professional social platforms, able to play at midfield positions 6, 8, 10 or as a left winger. He previously made first-team appearances under Klopp and was loaned to Rangers, Sunderland, and Reading before moving to Real Oviedo last summer, where he made 8 appearances without any goals or assists.

South Korea's Asian Games squad officially unveiled their jersey numbers on September 14, revealing the full 23-man roster with the complete breakdown across goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, and forwards, with Tottenham's #17 leading the squad on the attack.

Seoul midfielder Jung Sung-won voiced his strong desire to join the South Korean national team after being overlooked for selection following Round 28 of the K League. Describing himself as a versatile player capable of quickly adapting to new head coach Moreno's tactics, he reflected on his first year at Seoul, the growing effectiveness of the team's pressing tactics, and the importance of open communication in the squad. When asked to choose between winning the title, MVP honors, or a national team call-up, he declared he wants all three.

England captain Harry Kane reached his career 150th goal milestone during Bayern Munich's match against Elversberg, silencing early-season doubts about his goal drought with continued outstanding goal-scoring form.