The USMNT are rebuilding after a 4-1 World Cup loss to Belgium, with Balogun's transfer collapse and Banks' eligibility uncertainty adding to Pochettino's squad headaches ahead of a friendly with Peru.

Barcelona lead La Liga with a perfect record and eye Champions League glory, but Hansi Flick warns standards must rise after a nervy 4-2 win over Levante.

Real Madrid sit second in LaLiga on 15 points after a dramatic 3-2 win at Elche, but inconsistency and a refereeing row are clouding their title push.

Man Utd's 1-0 derby loss to City was marred by a VAR error officials have since admitted, with pressure now growing on manager Michael Carrick.

Liverpool beat Tottenham 3-1 in the Carabao Cup to bounce back from a frustrating 0-0 Premier League draw with Fulham, sitting 8th with six points from four games.

Arsenal sit top of the Premier League with 12 points from four games after six straight wins across all competitions, with teenager Max Dowman the latest to catch the eye.

Chelsea's defensive frailties are costing them points, with a 2-2 draw against Hull setting an unwanted 65-year record. Brentford away is next.

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