Oxford United issued a public apology after a newly released Campus Clothing shirt printed with “United 93” was criticised for evoking the 9/11 Flight 93 tragedy. The club said the design was intended to reference its 1893 founding year, withdrew the range and pledged to improve its approval processes.
Manchester United Women have endured a difficult start to the WSL, losing 2-1 to London City Lionesses and 5-0 to Chelsea. Manager Eva Olid acknowledged the constructive criticism and emphasized that the early setbacks are part of a longer-term rebuilding process as she implements a new possession‑based style.
Seventeen‑year‑old Floyd Samba made a spectacular first‑team debut for Manchester City, netting two goals in a 5‑0 Carabao Cup victory over Norwich City. His performance earned him man of the match honours and drew praise from manager Enzo Maresca and former players, highlighting his potential despite the presence of stars like Erling Haaland.
Wrexham’s Hollywood owners, Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, released a short video on the club’s X account joking about the Spygate controversy as a dig at upcoming opponents Southampton. The clip, promoting sponsor Firefox, comes ahead of the Championship match at the Racecourse Ground, with manager Phil Parkinson urging his side to focus on the game despite recent setbacks.
The Football Association chair Debbie Hewitt has written to FIFA demanding that Gianni Infantino disclose all documents concerning the aborted FIFA Forward Enterprise plan to sell a 21% stake in World Cup commercial rights. The letter also seeks an explanation for the reversal of US striker Folarin Balogun’s World Cup suspension.
Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson told the media he has spoken to every player in the squad individually about the prospect of facing Israel in the Nations League, saying none feel comfortable with the fixtures. The two matches will be played at neutral venues – Israel’s ‘home’ game in Hungary on 27 September and the return in Serbia on 4 October – and the FAI has confirmed the home tie will be behind closed doors.
Seamus Coleman, the 37‑year‑old former Everton captain, was left out of the 26‑man Republic of Ireland squad for the forthcoming Nations League fixtures. Manager Heimir Hallgrimsson explained the decision was partly due to Coleman being club‑less and wanting to give opportunities to other players, while several other squad members also miss out because of injuries.
Cardiff City have bolstered their defensive options with the return of 20‑year‑old Wales centre‑back Dylan Lawlor, who has recovered from a knee injury. His comeback comes ahead of the home clash with Charlton Athletic, while teammate Will Fish remains sidelined after hernia surgery.
US women’s national team midfielder Savannah DeMelo is suing University of Louisville Health and two doctors for alleged negligence after she suffered a cardiac arrest on the field during a NWSL match in September 2025. The lawsuit claims the medical staff failed to act prudently, leading to a diagnosis of ventricular tachycardia and ending her playing career to date.
World Cup‑winning coach Luis de la Fuente has agreed a new deal that will keep him in charge of the Spain national team until 2032, extending his tenure beyond the original 2028 expiry. The extension ensures continuity as Spain prepares to defend the 2030 World Cup on home soil and begins its 2026‑27 Nations League campaign.