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Arsenal FC v Chelsea FC - Premier League 2026/27

Alonso AXES Chelsea star! Xabi confirms first-team ban in ruthless selection call

Xabi Alonso has delivered a ruthless assessment of Chelsea’s squad depth by banishing one of the club's most expensive young prospects from first-team duties. The Spaniard, who has enjoyed a mixed start to life at Stamford Bridge, made it clear that certain players will have to look elsewhere for minutes as he refines his tactical project in west London.

‘Might not be this season’ - Man Utd waiting game for Gabriel

JJ Gabriel is playing a patient waiting game at Manchester United, with the 15-year-old wonderkid hoping to make his senior breakthrough at some point in the not too distant future. He did figure in a friendly fixture during the summer of 2026, but Red Devils legend Andy Cole has told GOAL that a competitive bow for the talented teenager “might not be this season”.

Millwall v Newcastle United - Carabao Cup Third Round

Willock strikes late as Newcastle edge past Millwall in Carabao Cup

Joe Willock scored a late winner as Newcastle United survived a scare against Championship side Millwall to reach the last 16 of the Carabao Cup. Matthias Jaissle's side struggled to fire in front of goal before the midfielder finally broke the deadlock at the Den.

Crystal Palace v Middlesbrough - Carabao Cup Third Round

Palace ease past Middlesbrough to book Carabao Cup fourth-round spot

Crystal Palace comfortably booked their place in the Carabao Cup fourth round with a convincing 3-0 victory over Middlesbrough at Selhurst Park. A Jorgen Strand Larsen double and a sublime Daichi Kamada chip sealed a dominant evening for Pierre Sage’s rotated side.

AFC Bournemouth v Lincoln City - Carabao Cup Third Round

Christie hat-trick inspires Bournemouth to dominant Carabao Cup victory

Bournemouth secured a dominant 4-0 victory over Lincoln City in the EFL Cup third round to earn Marco Rose his first competitive win as manager. A remarkable Ryan Christie hat-trick and a late Rayan strike comfortably booked the Cherries' place in the fourth round.

Crawley Town v Crystal Palace - Pre-Season Friendly

Doucoure set for Palace return

Crystal Palace are finally set to welcome Cheick Doucoure back to senior competitive action after a gruelling 20-month recovery period. The Mali international has endured a nightmare run with serious injuries, but manager Pierre Sage has confirmed he will feature in the club's upcoming Carabao Cup fixture.

National League, fixtures & results

Kaohsiung County Taipower

KAC

Ming Chuan University

Kaohsiung County Taipower

Ming Chuan University

MIC

Standings

Form

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Tainan City	21	13	5	3	44	19	25	44	W W D W L
2	Hang Yuen FC	21	13	2	6	35	15	20	41	L W D W W
3	AC Taipei	21	11	6	4	29	22	7	39	L W W W D
4	Taichung Futuro	21	11	1	9	34	22	12	34	L W W W W
5	Taichung Rock	21	8	6	7	28	30	-2	30	W L L W D