FOOTBALL

Koeman Jr Scores Twice in Eredivisie First

Ronald Koeman Jr, Telstar and Cambuur
6 September 2026

Telstar goalkeeper Ronald Koeman Jr became the first goalkeeper to score twice in a single Eredivisie match, converting two penalties in a dramatic 2-2 draw with Cambuur. His second spot-kick arrived in the 101st minute to rescue a point.

Telstar had been reduced to 10 men before falling two goals behind. Koeman scored from the spot in the 63rd minute and again deep into stoppage time, extending an unusual scoring record after also converting a decisive penalty last season.

Italy Stun United States in U20 Opener

Italy U20 Women and United States U20 Women
6 September 2026

Italy beat the United States 2-1 in their opening U20 Women’s World Cup group match in Lodz, earning Italy’s first victory in the tournament’s history. The result leaves the Americans needing a response in a difficult Group D.

Micayla Johnson gave the United States an early lead before Italy equalised through Paola Fadda. Giada Pellegrino Cimo scored the winner after a defensive error, while a late American equaliser was ruled out for a narrow offside following video review.

Hadj Moussa Move Collapses Over Bank Guarantee

Anis Hadj Moussa, Feyenoord and Al-Ittihad
6 September 2026

Anis Hadj Moussa’s proposed move from Feyenoord to Al-Ittihad has fallen through after the Saudi club did not provide a bank guarantee requested by Feyenoord. The deal had appeared close, with the transfer valued at roughly €40 million.

Feyenoord wanted financial security because the fee would be paid in instalments, but the requested guarantee never arrived. The supplied report says Al-Ittihad viewed the request negatively, leaving Hadj Moussa set to remain with Feyenoord for this window.

Hakim Ziyech Agrees Move to Botafogo

Hakim Ziyech and Botafogo
6 September 2026

Hakim Ziyech has agreed to join Brazilian club Botafogo after leaving Wydad Casablanca, according to the supplied report. The 33-year-old Morocco international has accepted a contract running until December 2028 and is expected in Rio de Janeiro next week.

Ziyech terminated his Wydad contract after a disappointing spell and considered Botafogo’s offer for several weeks before accepting. He is expected to complete formalities and be presented after arriving in Brazil, where Botafogo are trying to climb the league table.

Infantino Confirms 2027 FIFA Re-Election Bid

Gianni Infantino and FIFA
6 September 2026

FIFA has confirmed Gianni Infantino will stand for re-election as president in 2027 despite mounting opposition following the abandoned FIFA Forward Enterprises investment proposal. UEFA, Concacaf and the Asian Football Confederation have all publicly distanced themselves from his leadership.

Infantino originally announced his intention in April, but FIFA reiterated that his plans have not changed after recent legal and political pressure. Candidate nominations close on November 18, with Infantino needing a simple majority among FIFA’s 211 member associations.

Arsenal Come Back to Beat Chelsea 2-1

Arsenal, Chelsea, Kai Havertz and Martin Odegaard
6 September 2026

Arsenal came from behind to beat Chelsea 2-1 at the Emirates and maintain their perfect Premier League start. Morgan Rogers scored after two minutes, but Kai Havertz equalised before captain Martin Odegaard completed the comeback early in the second half.

The defending champions recovered after an early setback and controlled key moments despite Chelsea threatening on the break. Havertz scored against his former club, while Odegaard converted after a Riccardo Calafiori move to leave Arsenal with nine points from three matches.

Zamalek Escalate Zizo Contract Dispute to Parliament

Zamalek, Ahmed Sayed Zizo and Hossam El-Mandouh
6 September 2026

Zamalek treasurer Hossam El-Mandouh says he will raise the club’s dispute involving former player Ahmed Sayed Zizo in Egypt’s parliament. He questioned a large difference between the salary Zamalek says Zizo requested and the contract value registered with football authorities.

Zizo left Zamalek for rivals Al-Ahly after declining a new contract, and both sides have filed complaints with the Egyptian Football Association. El-Mandouh said parliament and state authorities should review player contracts amid wider questions about registered agreements.

Jamie Vardy Joins Burnley for Season

Jamie Vardy and Burnley
6 September 2026

Burnley have signed 39-year-old striker Jamie Vardy for the remainder of the season. The former Leicester City forward arrives after playing for Cremonese last season and adds experience to a Burnley side competing in the Championship after relegation.

Vardy spent more than a decade at Leicester, winning the Premier League and FA Cup before leaving in 2025. Burnley head coach Nicky Hayen said his experience and leadership will be valuable as the club looks to improve its campaign.

Barcelona Thrash Valencia 5-0 to Stay Perfect

Barcelona and Valencia
6 September 2026

Barcelona thrashed Valencia 5-0 at Mestalla to make it four wins from four in La Liga and move clear at the top. Lamine Yamal scored twice, while Raphinha, Fermin Lopez and Pedri supplied the other three goals.

Hansi Flick’s side dominated throughout and have now scored 17 goals across their opening four league matches, including five goals in three separate games. Raphinha leads their scoring with six, while Yamal and Fermin have four each.

Juventus Snatch Late Draw Against AC Milan

Juventus and AC Milan
6 September 2026

Juventus rescued a 1-1 draw against AC Milan in the Italian Clasico after Federico Gatti scored in the second minute of stoppage time. Milan had led from the 68th minute and were moments away from taking all three points.

Alvadgio Sese put Milan ahead with a low finish before Juventus mounted their late response. Gatti’s equaliser left both clubs on seven points after three Serie A rounds, with Roma leading the table on nine and Inter close behind.