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Senne Lammens has quickly won admirers at Old Trafford. Now Manchester United great Alex Stepney tells WAYNE BARTON why he believes the Belgian has the talent and mentality to thrive, with Peter Schmeichel also convinced by his potential.
31.08.26News
Burnley have opened talks with Brighton over a late deal for Igor Julio.
After the Brighton debacle, the Villans return to a much-changed Villa Park with a revamped team.
31.08.26Matchday
Brighton have been looking to tie Amario Cozier-Duberry to a contract extension over the past few months, but what does the future hold for the winger?
Following last season’s struggles against Fulham, with the Cottagers completing the double over Sunderland, the Black Cats’ first home game of the new campaign was never going to be an easy task. I don’t think any fan went into the game expecting an end-to-end, seven-goal thriller with chances galore.
31.08.26Analysis
The three high-profile outgoings have shifted the window from one of major change, to wholesale transformation.
31.08.26Opinion
From season ticket suspensions to supporter resignations, tensions at Manchester United continue to rise. WAYNE BARTON explores why this summer has become a defining test of the club’s relationship with its fans.
30.08.26Opinion
Liverpool have already seen two bids for winger Yankuba Minteh rejected by Brighton this summer.
30.08.26News
In December 2025, Emiliano Buendía's 95th-minute winner beat league leaders Arsenal 2-1 and ended their 18-game unbeaten run. We revisit that famous Villa Park night.
Chelsea battled to a 4-3 win over Brighton at Stamford Bridge on Sunday afternoon.
30.08.26Matchday
Alvaro Arbeloa's Cottage reign begins with back-to-back Premier League defeats - and reinforcements cannot come soon enough, with four signings eyed before deadline.
30.08.26Analysis
There was plenty of talk surrounding Đorđe Petrović and Alex Scott ahead of Cherries' 1-1 draw with Everton - but the game's conclusion stoked fears of a trend forming at the start of the Premier League season.
Sunderland's Premier League away fixture against Manchester City has been moved to Sunday 20th September 2026.
29.08.26News
Sunderland return to the Stadium of Light on Sunday afternoon as they welcome Fulham in their first home Premier League fixture of the season (2pm). The Black Cats will be looking to bounce back from last weekend’s 2-1 defeat to newly promoted Ipswich Town at Portman Road, having seen a late Jack Clarke goal settle a tight contest.
European nights are back at Old Trafford and Manchester United have been handed a draw full of familiar foes and old memories. From Bayern Munich and Atlético Madrid to Sporting and Villarreal, WAYNE BARTON explores the stories behind the fixtures.
Brighton recently struck a deal worth in the region of £10million to sign Jaouen Hadjam from Young Boys, but what could the defender bring to Fabian Hürzeler’s side?
29.08.26Features
Goretzka brings steel and experience; Jackson brings pace and a genuine No. 9, reunited with Emery. A tactical and technical breakdown of Villa's two big signings.
Emery rejects the 'transition' excuse, welcomes Leon Goretzka and faces the champions. The big talking points from his Arsenal press conference and what they mean for Villa's season.
28.08.26News
Arbeloa pays tribute to the winning mentality of Fulham's new striking sensation as the Whites prepare for Sunday's visit to Sunderland
28.08.26Features
In his first piece for The 1899, Roby analyses the impact Rodri's arrival to the FC Barcelona squad can have moving forward.
28.08.26Analysis
Brighton are in the process of reshuffling their Under-21 ranks, with several youngsters set to depart.
We now know who Cherries will face in the Europa League league phase. While Bournemouth will be playing all these sides competitively for the first time, Cherries On Top have found links to all eight clubs.
Fabian Hurzeler’s side will face six different opponents in the UEFA Conference League league phase, with trips to Monaco, Spain and Greece among the standout ties.
Brighton Women have announced the departure of Dario Vidošić.
