After a two‑month pause, Chinese Super League clubs have gotten back onto the training pitch, but a firm start date for the 2020 season remains elusive. Strict health protocols and lingering COVID‑19 restrictions keep officials cautious. Clubs face cash flow problems as ticket sales and broadcast fees dry up. The league may need to trim the schedule or reshape the competition format before competitive matches can safely return.
On September 15, 2025, Mamelodi Sundowns cruised to a 3-0 win over Magesi FC at Lucas Masterpieces Moripe Stadium. Kutlwano Letlhaku opened the scoring, while Iqraam Rayners added a brace to earn Man of the Match. A red‑card incident added drama, and the result cements Sundowns' early lead in the 2025/26 Betway Premiership.
Gayton's council has reallocated money previously earmarked for the national tug‑of‑war federation to finance video‑assistant referee (VAR) technology for local football clubs. The decision sparked debate among athletes, officials and taxpayers. Proponents argue the move modernises football and attracts sponsorship, while critics say it undermines niche sports. Details of the budget shift, reactions and potential impact are examined.
Olympique Lyon clinched a 1-0 win over FC Utrecht in their 2025/26 Europa League debut, with Tanner Tessmann scoring in the 75th minute. The match stayed dead‑locked at halftime before the decisive strike. Utrecht pressed for an equaliser but fell short. The victory gives Lyon a confidence boost after last season’s quarter‑final run. Both clubs now shift focus to upcoming group games.
The 69th Ballon d'Or ceremony lands on September 22, 2025 at Paris's Théâtre du Châtelet, kicking off at 21:00 CET. New women's awards join the traditional categories, and fresh faces like Ousmane Dembele and Alessia Russo are in the spotlight. PSG leads the men’s club race while Arsenal tops the women’s side. U.S. fans can stream the whole event on Paramount+.
Al-Hilal crashed out of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup with a 2-1 quarterfinal loss to Brazil’s Fluminense on July 4. Talk of a fresh Brazilian reinforcement never turned into a confirmed signing. The Saudi side leaned on a Brazilian-heavy core—Marcos Leonardo, Malcom, Renan Lodi, and Kaio Cesar—but fell short. The exit raises fresh questions about strategy, depth, and timing.
Brighton beat Manchester City 2-1 at the Amex, handing Pep Guardiola a second straight Premier League defeat. Erling Haaland’s opener was wiped out by a James Milner penalty before Brajan Gruda snatched an 89th-minute winner. Guardiola said his team “forgot to play” after the equalizer, while Rodri called out “kid mistakes.” City now face an early six-point gap in the title race.
Chelsea Women crushed Crystal Palace 4-0 at Kingsmeadow, stretching their lead in the Women’s Super League to six points with just three matches left. The win leaves them in the driver’s seat for a sixth straight league title, while Palace's relegation fears grow.
Novak Djokovic came from behind to defeat Alex de Minaur in four sets at Wimbledon 2025, booking his 16th quarter-final appearance at the event. He overcame a shaky start and tough winds, showing classic resilience. The Serbian now faces Flavio Cobolli, who upset Marin Čilić in four sets.
Mitchell Starc claimed his 400th Test wicket during his 100th match, marking a rare double milestone for the Australian pacer. He tore through the West Indies with a triple-wicket opening over and a record-fast five-wicket haul, with a heartfelt tribute video topping off the memorable day.
Beijing Guoan delivered a resounding 4-0 win over struggling Meizhou Hakka, tightening their grip on first place in the Chinese Super League. Fernando Abreu starred with goals and assists, as Meizhou suffered a fifth straight defeat with their defense in tatters.
Four Vancouver Whitecaps players have been named to the 2025 MLS All-Star Game roster, the most from any club this year. This standout feat showcases the team's dominance as they top the Western Conference, with both fan and coach-selected representatives set to face Liga MX All-Stars in Austin.
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