The USMNT faces squad uncertainty ahead of their September friendly against Peru, with Balogun's transfer collapse and Banks still undecided on his international future.

Barcelona lead LaLiga with 15 points from five games after beating Levante 4-2, with Lamine Yamal and new signing Rodri dominating the headlines.

Mbappe scored twice as Real Madrid beat Rayo Vallecano 4-1 to move level with Barcelona, but his Ballon d'Or remarks have divided the France squad.

United sit 13th after a 1-0 derby loss to City, with VAR officials axed following an admitted error over Haaland's winning goal.

Liverpool's inconsistency is under the spotlight after a dull 0-0 draw with Fulham, with Alisson Becker publicly questioning the squad's mentality ahead of Tuesday's Carabao Cup tie with Spurs.

Arsenal sit top of the Premier League with 12 points from four games after a 2-0 win at Sunderland, though Arteta has demanded answers over a controversial penalty decision.

Chelsea's defensive frailties are undermining Xabi Alonso's first season, with a 2-2 home draw against Hull City leaving the Blues sixth in the Premier League.

Man City sit second in the Premier League after a controversial 1-0 derby win at Old Trafford, but VAR officials have been stood down after refs admitted a decisive error.