Manuel Ugarte shines on debut as Man. United defeats Southampton.
Newly-signed Manchester United midfielder Manuel Ugarte made his much-anticipated debut in the 75th minute of the club’s match against Southampton, replacing Marcus Rashford. United, desperate for a win after a 3-0 defeat to Liverpool, faced a challenging start when Southampton was awarded a first-half penalty after Tyler Dibling was fouled by Diogo Dalot. However, Cameron Archer’s penalty was saved by Andre Onana, keeping the score level. United capitalized soon after, with Matthijs de Ligt scoring his first goal for the club. Rashford then added a second before halftime, breaking a 13-match goal drought. United maintained control in the second half, allowing manager Erik ten Hag to introduce Ugarte, who joined from PSG in a £42.2m transfer. Fans were impressed with Ugarte’s debut, expressing their satisfaction with his first performance in English football.
Manchester United new signing Manuel Ugarte is in the matchday squad for the first time 👊 #PremierLeague #SOUMUN pic.twitter.com/dFSkqilkMb
— Pulse Sports Nigeria (@PulseSportsNG) September 14, 2024
Galatasaray Sporting Director, Cenk Ergün resigns after 18 years with the club.
Nicola Zalewski’s decision to reject Galatasaray’s advances has led to significant fallout within the Galatasaray club. The Turkish giants made multiple attempts to sign the Roma player, but Zalewski repeatedly turned down their offers. As a result, Roma excluded him from their squad, and the Galatasaray representatives departed Ciampino for Germany without securing the deal. The failed transfer has caused turmoil within Galatasaray, culminating in a major leadership change. According to reports from Fabrizio Romano, long-serving Galatasaray director Cenk Ergün resigned after 18 years with the club, following the collapse of the Zalewski deal. The situation has thrown the Turkish side into chaos as they deal with the repercussions of missing out on their transfer target and the departure of one of their key executives.
🟡🔴🇹🇷 Galatasaray director Cenk Ergun has resigned with immediate effect. pic.twitter.com/34fhZhWtjX
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 13, 2024
Caitlin Clark surpasses Alyssa Thomas to set the single-season assist record.
Fever’s rookie, Caitlin Clark added another achievement to her remarkable rookie season by breaking the WNBA single-season assists record during the Indiana Fever’s 78-74 loss to the Las Vegas Aces at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Clark, who needed just four assists to tie the previous record of 316 set by Alyssa Thomas in 2023, set the new mark in the second quarter with an inbounds pass to Kelsey Mitchell, who scored in the paint. Clark ended the game with 18 points, 9 assists, and 8 rebounds, while Mitchell led Indiana with 20 points. This accomplishment adds to Clark’s historic year, which includes setting the WNBA’s single-game assist record and becoming the first rookie to record a triple-double. She also holds the rookie record for most three-pointers made and is a favorite to win the rookie of the year award.
CAITLIN CLARK MAKES MORE HISTORY 🤯
SHE SETS THE SINGLE-SEASON ASSIST RECORD PASSING ALYSSA THOMAS’ 316 pic.twitter.com/O4ei3UPHd2
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) September 14, 2024
Ex-Chelsea star, Oscar set to leave China after eight years.
After eight years in China, Brazilian midfielder Oscar, 32, is preparing to leave the country. In an interview with Folha de S. Paulo from his Shanghai apartment, Oscar explained that his decision is driven by a desire to be closer to family. “My mother is getting older, my sisters are having children, and we want to be close,” he said. With his contract with Shanghai Port ending soon and new salary restrictions in the Chinese league, a renewal is unlikely. Oscar, who joined Shanghai in 2017 from Chelsea for one of the highest Salaries in the world football, now has options in Brazil, Europe, and Qatar. He expects to decide his future in November, after the Chinese season concludes. “After nearly eight years here, it’s a big change,” Oscar admitted, as he and his wife look forward to the next chapter.
🚨 After 7 years in China, Oscar has announced that he will leave the country at the end of the season. 🇧🇷👋🇨🇳🔚
Do you want to see him back in Europe? 👀
(Source: @TNTSportsBR) pic.twitter.com/VqVkBXnQ3T
— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) September 14, 2024
Odoi’s superb goal secures all three points for Nottingham Forest over Liverpool.
Callum Hudson-Odoi’s stunning second-half goal secured Nottingham Forest a shock 1-0 win over Liverpool at Anfield on Saturday, marking their first victory there since 1969. Despite dominating the first half, Liverpool struggled to convert their chances. Luis Díaz hit the post in the 17th minute, while Dominik Szoboszlai headed wide shortly after a cross from Mohamed Salah. Forest’s defense, particularly Àlex Moreno, successfully contained Salah, preventing Liverpool’s usual attacking fluidity. The deadlock was broken in the 72nd minute when Anthony Elanga’s cross field pass found Hudson-Odoi, who cut inside and curled a brilliant shot past Alisson. Despite their efforts, including a missed header from Virgil van Dijk, Liverpool couldn’t find an equalizer. Forest’s manager, Nuno Espírito Santo, made crucial substitutions that helped his team pull off the season’s biggest Premier League upset.
Liverpool really lost at home to Nottingham Forest to end their perfect start to the season 🤷♂️ pic.twitter.com/bpKyiltsBU
— B/R Football (@brfootball) September 14, 2024