The USMNT are riding high after three wins from their fall window, with teenagers Mathis Albert and Julian Hall starring. Next up: CONCACAF Nations League vs Haiti.

Barcelona sit top of LaLiga with 21 points from 7 games and are tying down key players to new deals, with Messi's Argentina retirement adding an emotional backdrop to a busy week at the club.

Chaos grips Real Madrid as a training ground fight and Mbappe's Mourinho snub add to off-pitch turmoil, while Endrick edges closer to a January loan exit.

Messi's Argentina farewell dominates the headlines, but Inter Miami face a crunch MLS clash against DC United on Saturday, sitting third in the East on 46 points.

Man Utd face Tottenham at Old Trafford on Oct 10 sitting 12th in the Premier League, while a battle to keep 16-year-old academy star JJ Gabriel intensifies.

Liverpool face Man City on Saturday with Isak and Gakpo doubtful, while the Man City financial verdict adds major context to a pivotal Anfield clash.

Arteta signs new deal until 2030 as Arsenal sit second in the Premier League, two points off City, ahead of a tough run including Bayern Munich in the Champions League.

Xabi Alonso's Chelsea sit 10th after five PL games, with defensive frailty the key concern ahead of Friday's home clash with Bournemouth.

Manchester City face a defining moment after being found guilty of 114 financial breaches, with sanctions still to be determined and a trip to Anfield on Sunday.