The USMNT's youth revolution is in full swing, with back-to-back wins over Peru and Chile fuelling optimism ahead of Saturday's clash with Mexico.

Barcelona lead LaLiga with 21 points from 7 games, but face a fitness concern over Raphinha after the winger suffered a muscle injury on Brazil duty.

Real Madrid sit fourth in LaLiga after losing to Atletico Madrid, with Vinicius Jr struggling for confidence and Endrick weighing a January loan exit.

Inter Miami's playoff push is under pressure after back-to-back dropped points, sitting third in the East on 46 points with DC United next up on October 10.

Man Utd's injury crisis deepens as Bruno Fernandes and Patrick Dorgu both pick up problems on international duty, with the club sitting 12th in the Premier League.

Liverpool face an injury crisis after Alexander Isak and Cody Gakpo both withdrew from international duty, with Manchester City visiting Anfield on October 11.

Arsenal sit second in the Premier League but face a fitness scare over Kai Havertz after a 3-0 loss to Brighton. Viktor Gyokeres insists he is committed despite losing his starting spot.

Chelsea face a mounting injury crisis with eight players sidelined as Xabi Alonso prepares for the Premier League restart, while Estevao's frustration over limited minutes has alerted Barcelona.

Man City's season has been rocked by a guilty verdict on 115 Premier League financial breaches, casting a shadow over their position at the top of the table.