Xhaka promises ‘fire' from Sunderland on long-awaited return to Europe

Captain looking forward to intimidating atmosphere when Wearsiders host AZ, after 53 years awayWhen Sunderland last played European football, club...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 16

Leam Richardson ‘Very Proud' Of Players After Brentford Cup Exit

The Royals bowed out of the Carabao Cup following a 2-1 defeat against Premier League Brentford on Tuesday night. In an entertaining contest,...
SBNATION.COM Sep 16

The Hoddle of Coffee: Tottenham Hotspur News and Links for Wednesday, September 16

Good morning everyone and welcome to the latest edition of What Are You Reading Right Now?, where your hoddler-in-chief checks the literary post of...
SBNATION.COM Sep 16

'We want to go as far as we can' - Keith Andrews makes Brentford silverware intentions clear after hard-fought Carabao Cup win over Reading

Keith Andrews insists Brentford are taking the Carabao Cup seriously after booking their place in the fourth round with a 2-1 win over Reading.
GOAL.COM Sep 16

Brentford ‘going to attack EFL Cup as hard as we can’, insists Andrews

Brentford defeated Reading 2-1 in the EFL Cup third round, and Keith Andrews is determined to keep pushing in the competition. The post Brentford...
SOCCERNEWS.COM Sep 15

Manchester United £57m star contract talks hit impasse

A fresh contract stand-off has emerged around Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes, with David Ornstein reporting that negotiations have...
VITAL FOOTBALL Sep 15

Reading 1-2 Brentford: Player Ratings

Joel Pereira: 8 He's come in for a bit of stick for an uninspiring start to the season, but this showed he’s still got it. Multiple sharp reaction...
SBNATION.COM Sep 15

Lionel Messi called up by Argentina to make farewell ⁠appearance in friendly

Argentina will host Benin in October in Buenos AiresAFA president invites Messi to enjoy ‘deserved farewell'Lionel Messi has been called up by...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 15

Royals bow out of cup to the Bees

Bees sting Royals in cup tie. Premier League high-fliers Brentford ended our interest in the Carabao Cup with a 2-1 victory at the Select Car...
READINGFC.CO.UK Sep 15

Reading 1-2 Brentford: Huffed And Puffed

It says something about how underwhelming our cup draws tend to be that tonight was the first time we'd hosted a Premier League side since...
SBNATION.COM Sep 15

Szoboszlai screamer seals Liverpool's progress as De Zerbi's Spurs woes grow

Tottenham scored a consolation goal but consolation was otherwise absent for Roberto De Zerbi at Anfield. Spurs' miserable start to the season...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 15

Max Dowman doubles up for Arsenal's back-ups to beat Ipswich in Carabao Cup

The bad news for everyone else is that Arsenal's next generation is already here. Two mesmerising goals in a man-of-the-match display from Max...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 15

Brentford hold off Reading to reach round four

BELFASTTELEGRAPH.CO.UK Sep 15

Brentford through after seeing off Reading

Reading v Brentford. The post Brentford through after seeing off Reading appeared first on West London Sport.
WEST LONDON SPORT Sep 15

Oscar Bobb takes Fulham past stubborn West Ham and into Carabao Cup last 16

Fulham got the job done but it was far from convincing. Álvaro Arbeloa's ideas are still taking hold and his side will suffer if they do not...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 15

Louisville's Savannah DeMelo sues team doctors after cardiac arrest during game

Midfielder suffered cardiac arrest mid-game last yearLouisville will drop UofL Health as medical partnerRacing Louisville midfielder Savannah...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 15

Arch Manning apologizes for ‘insensitive' joke about AI video of ESPN's Holly Rowe

Texas star called clip of coach slapping reporter ‘hilarious'Manning: ‘Nothing funny about it … I need to do better'Rowe posts that she accepts...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 15

Republicans criticize racist social media post by Texas member running for office

Karl Rove, a respected GOP consultant, further said he would vote for ‘bigot' Bo French's Democratic opponent after postA senior Republican has...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 15

Bodycam footage shows Raheem Sterling's arrest for dangerous driving – video

Bodycam footage released on 15 September shows former England footballer Raheem Sterling's arrest on 28 May, after he admitted to driving...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 15

Reading v Brentford line-ups: Carvalho starts first game in 11 months

Fábio Carvalho makes his first start in 11 months – one of eight changes made by Brentford boss Keith Andrews for tonight’s Carabao Cup third-round...
WEST LONDON SPORT Sep 15

Ipswich Town v Arsenal: Carabao Cup third round – live

⚽️ Carabao Cup news, 8pm BST kick-off at Portman Road⚽️ Live scoreboard | Send your thoughts to Taha via emailIn the last 30 years, Ipswich have...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 15

Liverpool v Tottenham Hotspur: Carabao Cup third round – live

⚽️ Carabao Cup news from the 8pm BST kick-off at Anfield⚽️ Live scoreboard | Send your thoughts to Scott via emailLiverpool drew a miserable blank...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 15

Howard Webb says accidental handball law ‘a nonsense' and calls for reform

Webb wants to stop ‘ridiculous situations'Says VAR officials in United v City had ‘tunnel vision'Howard Webb has described the law around...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 15

Depth to Equity, Official Statement, Committed Ownership?

Embed from Getty Images Yesterday we commented on the clubs current situation, potential sales and all that has been written and reported in recent...
FILBERT WAY Sep 15

Manchester United shocked as talented youngster JJ Gabriel asks to leave

15-year-old wants his registration to be cancelledHe was to be in squad to face Brighton on WednesdayManchester United have been left confused and...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 15

Raheem Sterling pleads guilty to dangerous driving and possession of nitrous oxide

Ex-England footballer also admits to failing to provide a specimen as he appears at Basingstoke magistrates courtThe former England footballer...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 15

Chelsea's five-star showing and Arsenal frustrated at home – Women's Football Weekly podcast

Faye Carruthers and Suzanne Wrack are joined by Marva Kreel and Chris Paouros to discuss the weekend's WSL actionOn the podcast today: Faye...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 15

Craig Bellamy says he rejected Burnley manager's job to stay in ‘right place' with Wales

‘I've never done anything for money,' Bellamy saysHe was in intensive care last year after appendix ruptureCraig Bellamy said he rejected the...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 15

From Segura to Maltby: six breakout stars from the Women's Under-20 World Cup

With an incredible array of talent on show we select half a dozen players who could make the step up to the senior World Cup next yearThe 2026...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 15

Royal Rewind | Third Round ties

Reading are hosting Brentford in Round Three of the Carabao Cup, another all-League One tie after the Round Two victory over Stevenage. The Royals...
READINGFC.CO.UK Sep 15

USMNT roster prediction: A big chance for Cavan Sullivan and other young prospects

The United States' next World Cup cycle gets underway with this week's squad selection – here's who we think will make the cutPablo: Matt Turner...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 15

Opposition Lowdown: Keith Andrews' Brentford

Form Brentford are now an established Premier League side, having played in the top flight since 2022 after winning the Championship playoffs. They...
SBNATION.COM Sep 15

Royal Rewind | Brentford (H)

Reading are hosting Brentford in Round Three of the Carabao Cup after the Round Two victory over Stevenage. While the Bees are now Premier League...
READINGFC.CO.UK Sep 15

How Promise David emerged from Maltese shadows into the Premier League

Former teammates and coaches rave about Brighton's summer signing, who impressed with Canada at the World CupPromise David had a five-year plan. He...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 15

Kane on target, Barcelona stay perfect and Ballon d'Or debate | Football Weekly – video

Max Rushden is joined by Philippe Auclair, Sid Lowe, Nicky Bandini and Mark Langdon to discuss the weekend's action around Europe Continue reading...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 15

How to watch today's Reading vs Brentford Carabao Cup game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time

Find out where to watch Reading vs Brentford in the Carabao Cup, including TV channel, live stream options, kick-off time, team news, and form guide.
GOAL.COM Sep 15

Are Manchester United as poor as the early Premier League table suggests?

Michael Carrick's side are 13th in the table after four games but, City mitigation aside, several areas need attentionManchester United are 13th in...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 15

The Tilehurst End Podcast Episode 472: Nat's The Way I Like It

Reading take the lead on the road at Cambridge United but can't hold on, leading to quite the debate between your usual podcast hosts Ben and Ross....
SBNATION.COM Sep 15

Why unwanted fridges are piling up at recycling centres across England and Wales

Capacity has been overwhelmed by heatwaves that have pushed white goods to breaking point“In Oxfordshire, recycling centres are filling almost...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 15

Kane on target, Barcelona stay perfect and Ballon d'Or debate – Football Weekly

Max Rushden is joined by Philippe Auclair, Sid Lowe, Nicky Bandini and Mark Langdon to discuss the weekend's action around EuropeMax Rushden is...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 15

Reading vs Brentford – Match preview and team news

Reading host Brentford in the Carabao Cup third round on Tuesday, with the League One side looking to spring an upset against Premier League...
THEFOOTBALLFAITHFUL.COM Sep 15

Brentford XI vs Reading – Predicted lineup and team news

Brentford travel to the Select Car Leasing Stadium on Tuesday for a Carabao Cup third-round tie against Reading, with Keith Andrews' side looking...
THEFOOTBALLFAITHFUL.COM Sep 15

European football: Inter and Roma maintain perfect starts while Como climb

Inter and Roma level on points at top of Serie AReal Betis beat Villarreal to go third in La LigaInter fought back ⁠from two goals down ​to beat...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 14

De Zerbi backs ‘sensitive guy' Solanke to find form before tricky Anfield trip

Tottenham visit Liverpool in the Carabao Cup third roundSpurs are winless in 17 visits and yet to score a league goalRoberto De Zerbi has no doubt...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 14

Calvert-Lewin shows the way as Leeds thrash limp Newcastle and rise to third

Leeds United's magnificent start to the Premier League season continued with a statement victory over an appalling Newcastle United to move the...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 14

Reading vs Brentford: 2026/27 League Cup Match Preview

After a disappointing loss to Cambridge United, the Royals now play Premier League opposition in the cup.  The game against Cambridge was one we...
SBNATION.COM Sep 14

Haaland goal should not have stood but VAR made the right call with Sunderland penalty | Chris Foy

Matt Donohue is only human and made a mistake, but overall referees have started well this seasonThere was a disappointing outcome on a big...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 14

Leeds United v Newcastle United: Premier League – live

⚽ Premier League updates from the 8pm BST kick-off⚽ 10 weekend talking points | And you can mail DanielEnglish football is renowned for its classic...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 14

VAR controversy decides Manchester derby as City keep pace with Arsenal | Football Weekly – video

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Barney Ronay and John Brewin to discuss the weekend's Premier League action Continue reading...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 14

Is Leicester City For Sale Anymore? Deadline and What to Know About King Power’s Decision

Embed from Getty Images When selling a product, you need to value it correctly. So far no concrete talk has emerged regarding a new owner of this...
FILBERT WAY Sep 14

‘Very weak. Very bad': how Rodri's verdict exposed woeful Valencia's crisis | Sid Lowe

The World Cup winner's off-the-cuff assessment was brutally honest. Within days their manager and CEO were gone, but the problems run much...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 14

Defender Fredrick set to make Brentford debut

Benjamin Fredrick is set to make his first-team debut for Brentford in their Carabao Cup tie at Reading on Tuesday – but fellow Bees youngster Kaye...
WEST LONDON SPORT Sep 14

Andoni Iraola says Liverpool took ‘a step backwards' in draw against Fulham

Head coach insists forwards need to improve pressingChanges up front likely for Carabao Cup tie against SpursAndoni Iraola has shifted the focus on...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 14

Defender Frederick set to make Brentford debut

Benjamin Fredrick is set to make his first-team debut for Brentford in their Carabao Cup tie at Reading on Tuesday – but fellow Bees youngster Kaye...
WEST LONDON SPORT Sep 14

Ticket News | Wycombe Wanderers (A)

BUY TICKETS FOR WYCOMBE WANDERERS (A)On sale Wednesday!BUY ONLINEClash with Chairboys on sale Wednesday! A trip to Wycombe Wanderers and Adams Park...
READINGFC.CO.UK Sep 14

VARs who wrongly allowed Haaland's goal at Manchester United are stood down

Matt Donohue and his assistant not used this weekendPro Ref said allowing winner was ‘error of judgment'The video assistant referee officials who...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 14

In Manchester, Premier League superiority is now separated by Haaland's cutting edge

In a bad-tempered meeting at Old Trafford, United and City showed they are far from the finished productSign up for our free newsletter hereWhile...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 14

VAR and another dog's breakfast

Keys. Phone. Wallet. What day it is. The names of people to whom we've just been introduced. Where we parked the car. The shopping list we wrote to...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 14

Ex-PGMOL chief reveals if Bruno Fernandes should have been given red card vs Man City after 'speaking to colleagues'

Bruno Fernandes should have joined Phil Foden in the referee's notebook after the Manchester City star was sent off at Old Trafford.That is...
FOOTBALLINSIDER247.COM Sep 14

Forest trip for the under-21s

It's back to Premier League 2 action tonight for the under-21s as we look for our first points of the season having been beaten by Fulham and...
UP THE CLARETS Sep 14

Polanski the first managerial victim of Bundesliga season as Gladbach fail again | Andy Brassell

Departure of head coach after defeat at Freiburg sums up club that could join other fallen giants in second tierIt could not go on. Even at this...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 14

VAR controversy decides Manchester derby as City keep pace with Arsenal: Football Weekly – podcast

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Barney Ronay and John Brewin to discuss the weekend's Premier League actionOn the podcast today: Max...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 14

Top of the table, empty in the stands: inside the revolt against Lazio's owner | Nicky Bandini

Despite an impressive start under Gennaro Gattuso, supporters are boycotting the Stadio Olimpico to wage war against Claudio LotitoGennaro Gattuso...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 14

Arsenal demand meeting with Pro Ref over ‘unacceptable' penalty at Sunderland

Club want explanation after spot-kick given against themThey are likely to raise penalty not awarded at Aston VillaArsenal are seeking an...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 14

Bim Pepple leads the way but Plymouth Argyle are spreading goals around

Argyle have scored 14 goals in league and cup this season and they have come from nine different players
PLYMOUTHHERALD.CO.UK Sep 14

MOT View: Farke's Newcastle record makes for interesting reading, but Leeds must beware

Daniel Farke will be aiming to help Leeds United get three points against Newcastle United on Monday.The Whites host Matthias Jaissle's side at...
MOTLEEDSNEWS.COM Sep 14

Footballer Pico Lopes reads to premature babies in the NICU at The Coombe Hospital

The event encourages reading, for the early development of babies
INDEPENDENT.IE Sep 14

Haitian youths transformed life in an ageing Ohio city. Then Trump made them targets

Until Pierre Damas Bel's death on 31 August, the story of Haitian adolescents in Springfield was one of triumphAt a pavilion west of downtown...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 14

Watch the Brentford cup clash in style

We are pleased to offer supporters the opportunity to join us for our Carabao Cup fixture against Brentford on Tuesday 15th of...
READINGFC.CO.UK Sep 14

PSG have finally won a game in Ligue 1 – but they were far from convincing

Ferran Torres has been brilliant for his new club but most of his teammates still seem to be on the beachBy Get French Football NewsIt was just a...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 14

WSL talking points: Olid must weather United storm, Arsenal wasteful again

Manchester United must regroup after a heavy home loss to Chelsea while Crystal Palace frustrated the Gunners The frustration among Manchester...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 14

Gallery | Cambridge stage second-half comeback

Winning run ended at the Abbey. Cambridge United staged a second-half comeback at the Cledara Abbey Stadium to inflict a 2-1 defeat on Reading-...
READINGFC.CO.UK Sep 14

South Korea pushes for football season to switch to winter after unbearable summer

Why fainting fans and perspiring players are a worry for the Asian league seeking to follow Japan and align with EuropeSouth Korean football is...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 14

Exeter City questions around attack after failure to have shot on target

And pretty much all the attacking numbers for City this season don't make great reading
DEVONLIVE.COM Sep 14

Ludek Miklosko, former West Ham and QPR goalkeeper, dies aged 64

Miklosko played 373 times for West Ham from 1990He won 42 international caps from 1982The former West Ham and QPR goalkeeper Ludek Miklosko has...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 14

Today’s Members Birthdays: ‘Sparky’ Scores 34 Today – ‘Many Happy Returns’ Marc!

Today we are pleased to celebrate the birthday of one of our members Marc McNulty who joined us in summer 2018 after moving to his then new club...
CCFPA.CO.UK Sep 14

Sebastian Tounekti's Knock-On Effect on Celtic Teammate

The biggest pre-match surprise came on the team sheet when Martin O’Neill had selected Sebastian Tounekti to start on the wing, with James Forrest...
CELTS ARE HERE Sep 14

Arteta embraces perfect storm to play the victim of game of his own making | Barney Ronay

Refereeing is now an impossible job owing to the culture of micro-analysis the Arsenal manager has helped to createA gentleman is never rude...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 13

Enzo Fernández's fortitude shows Maresca was right to crave City reunion | Will Unwin

Some scoffed at £125m price tag, but the Argentinian did the work of two midfielders after Phil Foden's red cardEnzo Maresca does not pay the bills...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 13

Reading vs Brentford Prediction & Betting Tips – 15/09/2026

Reading vs Brentford Prediction & Betting Tips – 15/09/2026 Reading welcome Brentford to the Select Car Leasing Stadium on Monday 15 September for...
THEFOOTBALLFAITHFUL.COM Sep 13

Paudie O'Connor on Cambridge defeat

BUY YOUR BRENTFORD TICKETS NOW!BUY NOW!BUY ONLINEReading defender Paudie O'Connor gave his verdict at the Cledara Abbey after Cambridge United's...
READINGFC.CO.UK Sep 13

‘As obvious as it gets': Carrick fumes at VAR call on Haaland's derby winner

United manager adamant Fernández interfered with playEnzo Maresca suggests Fernandes was also due a red cardAn unhappy Michael Carrick expressed...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 13

WSL roundup: Arsenal rue missed chances after draw with Crystal Palace

Gunners held at Emirates despite 30 attempts on goalBrighton fight back to earn 2-2 draw at BirminghamArsenal were left to rue 30 missed chances...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 13

Reading - Brentford predictions

Reading vs Brentford prediction and preview for this Carabao Cup match on 15/09/2026 from our Football experts. Betting tips, lineup, stats and H2H...
SPORTYTRADER Sep 13

‘We Should Have Won The Game': Leam Richardson On Reading's Cambridge Loss

The Royals suffered their second defeat of the season with a 2-1 loss against Cambridge United at the Abbey Stadium on Saturday. Reading took the...
SBNATION.COM Sep 13

Manchester City recover from Foden red card as Haaland wins derby at United

“Enzo, Enzo, Enzo, in your head” was how delirious Manchester City fans regaled Enzo Fernández who after a star role in a memorable victory surely...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 13
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