J. League 3 Qualification Resumen

West Ham United manager Nuno Espirito Santo has insisted the club must secure further attacking reinforcements despite completing a Championship record £22m deal for Arne Engels. The Portuguese head coach voiced his concerns after seeing his side surrender a two-goal lead at Burnley, insisting that extra attacking options remain an urgent priority.

The European club season isn't fully underway yet, but there have already been promising flashes from Americans across the continent.

Southampton’s return to the Sky Bet Championship turned into a hostile affair as they were relentlessy taunted over the ‘Spygate’ scandal during a 2-1 defeat at Watford. Tonda Eckert’s side struggled to handle the atmosphere at Vicarage Road in their first league outing since the espionage controversy that derailed their previous campaign.

West Ham United captain Jarrod Bowen has opened up on his decision to remain at the London Stadium despite the club's painful relegation to the Championship. The 29-year-old forward, who was heavily linked with a move away to maintain his top-flight status, insisted that his deep connection with the Hammers made the choice clear.