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Pavarolo president Giuseppe Maccagno reveals that Juventus defender Federico Gatti began his career as a midfielder before being moved to defense due to his height. Gatti, who once joked he could score 15-20 goals as a striker, later scored a stoppage-time equalizer for Juventus against AC Milan after being deployed up front.

Bayern CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen has addressed Michael Olise's future, denying receiving numerous offers this summer but refusing to guarantee the Frenchman's stay beyond 2027, planning to revisit long-term terms next summer. Olise's contract runs until 2029 without a release clause. Bayern are concerned that Real Madrid, Liverpool, and other top clubs could submit major bids next summer, potentially facing the same transfer strategy they once used: reaching an agreement with the player first to pressure the club.

Carrick insists United's start is 'not bad' despite just 4 points from games against Hull, Ipswich, and Everton, while The Sun highlights his evasive answers and similarities to Solskjaer's overly lenient approach, which ultimately cost the Norwegian his job without a trophy. The article criticizes Carrick's unwillingness to change tactics or challenge the club's hierarchy, concluding his stubborn denial has put him firmly in the firing line.

According to The Sun, Fulham fans and players have turned on head coach Arbeloa after three straight Premier League losses. Fans protested after a 2-3 home defeat to Crystal Palace, and player unrest has grown, with some stars deleting club photos and others publicly voicing frustration. With no league win yet, Fulham now face tough tests against Liverpool and Manchester United.

Lazio's season-ticket sales have hit a record low under Claudio Lotito, dropping to just 4,600 after a weak post-deadline sales window. Single-match ticket sales for the AC Milan fixture also show a crisis, with nearly half purchased by away fans, reflecting fan protests against the club's leadership.

Real Betis return to the Champions League after a two-decade absence, relying on 11 players with UCL experience, including Isco's five titles and 80 appearances. With four players holding a combined 11 European crowns, Pellegrini's side prepare to take on Davide Ancelotti's team.

Klopp officially took over Germany on September 1 and will debut against the Netherlands with a zonal defensive system. He has impressed Bild with his start, visited clubs, spoken with key players, and persuaded a Frankfurt prospect to choose Germany over Morocco. His main challenge is implementing zonal marking while Bundesliga clubs like Bayern and Stuttgart still use man-marking.

Chelsea have decided against advancing a move for free agent Renato Sanches despite their midfield needs, opting to trust the current squad in line with Xabi Alonso's view. The former PSG midfielder and 2016 Golden Boy winner still draws interest from several top European clubs.

South Korean media reports that the U23 team's bid for a fourth straight Asian Games title is threatened by uncertainty over striker Lee Young-jun's availability, as his club Grasshoppers requires him for league matches, potentially causing him to miss the Group D opener against Qatar.

Alaves coach Flores beat Flick and Mourinho to win La Liga's August Coach of the Month award after leading his side to second place with 3 wins and 1 draw.

After the first three rounds of the 2026/27 Premier League season, Manchester City and Arsenal are the only sides with perfect records, each winning all three matches with a +5 goal difference. The article recaps their recent title rivalry, in which City claimed the crown in 2022/23 and 2023/24 with Arsenal as runners-up both times, before Arsenal ended a 22-year wait to win the title in 2025/26 — and the two giants are once again locked in a neck-and-neck race this term.

Espanyol coach Gonzalez expressed confusion after his team's 1-1 draw with Sevilla, believing the disallowed 62nd-minute goal was more damaging than the 85th-minute goal conceded. He criticized inconsistent offside decisions and praised Fernandez's 98th-minute equalizer.

A look at the exclusive NBA club of players under 22 who averaged 30 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists per game in a single playoff run.

The Spurs have an overcrowded roster with limited minutes, leading to potential role reductions for key players such as De'Aaron Fox, Keldon Johnson, and Luke Kornet. New head coach Mitch Johnson faces the challenge of managing rotations while keeping players motivated, following in Gregg Popovich's footsteps in maintaining locker room cohesion.

Gary Neville believes Chelsea still trail Arsenal and criticised their disorganised three-man defence, while also faulting goalkeeper Damian Martinez. He praised Lavia and Caicedo in midfield and predicted a second- or third-place finish under Xabi Alonso as the Blues look to rebuild their spine.

In the 2024-2025 Bundesliga season, Schalke 04 drew 0-0 with Bayern Munich at home. Bayern goalkeeper Neuer returned to the Veltins-Arena and was met with sustained boos from Schalke fans. Neuer had repeatedly expressed his affection for his former club before the match, but some fans still haven't forgiven his transfer to Bayern 15 years ago. Schalke legend Olaf Thon called for respect in his Kicker column...

Real Madrid suffered a shock 0-1 away defeat to Real Betis on September 7, their first competitive loss under Jose Mourinho. Club legend Jorge Valdano said the lineup was close to the strongest available and called the defeat a heavy blow that halted the team's winning run. He praised Real Madrid's overall quality but noted they lacked their usual technical and scoring edge in Seville.

Cagliari host Lecce in Serie A Round 3 on September 8, with both sides on 3 points. Cagliari are hit by an injury crisis and a tiring midweek cup fixture, while Lecce are unbeaten in their last five visits to Cagliari. The handicap rising to half-ball looks unsupported by the underlying fundamentals.

Mbappe has squandered eight big chances in La Liga this season, twice as many as any other player, raising concerns over his finishing efficiency.

Eintracht Frankfurt lost 1-4 at home to Augsburg in Bundesliga Round 2, conceding seven goals across their opening two matches. Sports CEO Krosche has backed under-pressure coach Hutter, who admitted to defensive collapse, inexperience among young players, and goalkeeper errors while vowing to remain positive.