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Manchester United vs Manchester City: A brief history, head-to-head and stats of the Manchester Derby

Discover the rich history of Manchester Derby, with intense battles and key stats of the Manchester United vs Manchester City matches. Till now in 192 matches, City have won 60 times and United won 79 times.

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Manchester United vs Manchester City: A brief history, head-to-head and stats of the Manchester Derby

The Manchester Derby is one of the most fiercely contested rivalries in English football. It pits two of the country's most storied clubs - Manchester United and Manchester City - against one another. Dating back over a century, this clash has a rich history, defined by dramatic moments, iconic players, and intense battles for supremacy on the pitch. In this exploration, we will delve into the depths of this historic rivalry, examining its origins, notable encounters, and key statistics that have shaped the narrative of the Manchester United vs Manchester City match over the years.

When was the first Manchester Derby played and who won the match?

On November 12, 1881, the first Manchester Derby was played between St. Mark's (West Gorton) and Newton Heath, which later became Manchester City and Manchester United, respectively. The match was an important milestone in the history of English football and was played at the Heathens' North Road ground in Manchester. At that time, both teams were amateur sides and the match was a local friendly game. St. Mark's emerged victorious with a score of 3-0, thanks to goals from William Heald, Thomas Davis, and Alf Farman.

Manchester United vs Manchester City: A Brief History of the Manchester Derby

After their first match in 1881, during the early years of the Manchester Derby, both the clubs had their share of victories and defeats. The matches were fiercely contested, and the crowds were always loud and enthusiastic. As the rivalry grew stronger, the passion of the fans increased, with every win or loss fuelling their desire to beat the other team.

The first time the teams met in the Football League was in the 1894-95 season when Newton Heath won 5-2 against Manchester City at Hyde Road. The first-ever match between the clubs at the highest level of English football took place in December 1906, when Manchester City won 3-0 in a First Division match, with the gate receipts exceeding £1,000, a massive amount for that time.

Sir Mat Busby won 15 Manchester Derbies in his career as the head coach of United.  Image | Mirror
Sir Mat Busby won 15 Manchester Derbies in his career as the head coach of United. Image | Mirror

The rivalry reached its peak during the mid to late 20th century, as both Manchester United and Manchester City had their fair share of success in English football. Manchester United, under the legendary management of Sir Matt Busby, won numerous league titles and European trophies, while Manchester City had success of their own, although they had periods of struggle.

The first-ever competitive floodlit derby was the 1956 FA Charity Shield match. Manchester United were the defending league champions, and Manchester City were the FA Cup holders. It was an unusual game as Charity Shield games were usually played at the home ground of the League Champions. Still, as Old Trafford had not yet installed lights, the game was played at Maine Road.

City won their first honour in 1904, with a victory in the FA Cup, and United won in 1908 with the Football League First Division title. The first Manchester derby following the creation of the Premier League for the 1992-93 season was a 2-1 win for United at Old Trafford on 6 December 1992. Making his United debut on that day was new signing Eric Cantona. Meantime, after a few tough seasons, City were relegated to the third tier of English football in 1998 - the first and only time this has happened in their history.

In recent years, the Manchester Derby has become more significant as both clubs have been competing for supremacy in the English Premier League. With star-studded lineups and world-class talent on display, each game has become a must-watch for football fans worldwide.

The rivalry shows no signs of slowing down, with Manchester United and Manchester City pushing each other to achieve greater heights in pursuit of glory. Under Sir Alex Ferguson, United won 30 domestic and international titles, and players like Cristiano Ronaldo, Wayne Rooney, Paul Scholes, and Ruud van Nistelrooy made a name for themselves in the club.

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In 2009, Roberto Mancini took over City and won the League Championship for the first time in 44 years. Pep Guardiola joined the club in the 2016-17 season and helped the team win five Premier League titles in six seasons, along with a treble in the 2022-23 season, where they won their first-ever Champions League title.

Also Read: Barcelona 2008/09 vs Man City 2022/23 - which Pep Guardiola treble team is better?

First Manchester Derby in the Football League and First-Division Football

In the Football League, the two clubs first met in the 1894-95 season, with Newton Heath beating Manchester City 5-2 at Hyde Road. However, it wasn't until December 1906 that the teams met at the highest level of English football in a First Division match, which City won 3-0. This match was a significant one for its era, as the gate receipts exceeded £1,000, a considerable amount at that time.

First Manchester Deby in the Premier League

United's Mark Huges celebrating his goal in the first-ever Manchester Derby of Premier League.  Image | Planet Football.
United's Mark Huges celebrating his goal in the first-ever Manchester Derby of the Premier League. Image | Planet Football.

The first Manchester derby of the Premier League's 1992-93 season ended in a 2-1 victory for United, who played as the home team at Old Trafford on December 6, 1992. This was also the first game for United's new signing, Eric Cantona, who made his debut on that day.

Most goals in Manchester Derby

Wayne Rooney scored the most goals in Manchester Derby history.  Image - Getty
Wayne Rooney scored the most goals in Manchester Derby history. Image - Getty

Wayne Rooney with 11 goals tops the chart of most goals in Manchester Derby history.

Player Club Goals
Wayne Rooney Manchester United 11
Joe Hayes Manchester City 10
Francis Lee Manchester City 10
Sergio Aguero Manchester City 9
Bobby Charlton Manchester United 9
Colin Bell Manchester City 8
Eric Cantona Manchester United 8
Brian Kidd "Manchester United (5)
Manchester City (3)"
8
Joe Spence Manchester United 8
Paul Scholes Manchester United 7
Dennis Viollet Manchester United 7

Most matches in Manchester United vs Manchester City games

Ryan Gigs with 37 appearances holds the record for playing the most Manchester Derbies.

Apps Player Club
37 Ryan Giggs Manchester United F.C
28 David de Gea Manchester United F.C
27 Bobby Charlton Manchester United F.C
26 Joe Corrigan Manchester City F.C
Paul Scholes Manchester United F.C
25 Alan Oakes Manchester City F.C
25 Wayne Rooney Manchester United F.C
24 Mike Doyle Manchester City F.C
Vincent Kompany Manchester City F.C
Alex Stepney Manchester United F.C
Rio Ferdinand Manchester United F.C

Hat-tricks in Manchester Derby

Erling Haaland and Phil Foden after scoring hat-tricks against United.
Erling Haaland and Phil Foden after scoring hat-tricks against United.

Till now only 8 players have scored a hat-trick inofficial Manchester Derbies. Phil Foden and Erling Haaland are the latest players to score a hat-trick in the United vs City battle.

Player For Score Date Competition Stadium
Dick Smith Manchester United 2-5 (A) 3 November 1894 1894-95 Football League Second Division Hyde Road
Horace Barnes Manchester City 4-1 (H) 22 October 1921 1921-22 Football League First Division Hyde Road
Joe Spence Manchester United 3-1 (H) 29 October 1921 1921-22 Football League First Division Old Trafford
Alex Dawson Manchester United 5-1 (H) 21 December 1960 1960-61 Football League First Division Old Trafford
Francis Lee Manchester City 1-4 (A) 12 December 1970 1970-71 Football League First Division Old Trafford
Andrei Kanchelskis Manchester United 5-0 (H) 10 November 1994 1994-95 FA Premier League Old Trafford
Erling Haaland Manchester City 6-3 (H) 2 October 2022 2022-23 Premier League City of Manchester Stadium
Phil Foden Manchester City 6-3 (H) 2 October 2022 2022-23 Premier League City of Manchester Stadium

Most consecutive wins by a team in the Manchester Derby

United still hold the record for the most consecutive wins against Manchester City during their dominating era of the late 2000th century.

Games Club Period
8 Manchester United F.C 7 November 1993 - 18 November 2000
5 Manchester United F.C 31 December 1955 - 31 August 1957
4 Manchester City F.C 25 September 1954 - 3 September 1955
4 Manchester United F.C 31 December 1960 - 10 February 1962
4 Manchester City F.C 8 April 2013 - 2 November 2014

Most wins by managers in Manchester Derby

Rank Manager Club Period Wins
1 Alex Ferguson Manchester United F.C 1986-2013 26
2 Matt Busby Manchester United F.C 1945-1969 15
3 Pep Guardiola Manchester City F.C 2016- 11
4 Les McDowall Manchester City F.C 1950-1963 8

Biggest win margin

Winning margin Result Date Competition
5 United 1-6 City 23 January 1926 Football League First Division
United F.C 0-5 City 12 February 1955 Football League First Division
United F.C 5-0 City 10 November 1994 Premier League
United F.C 1-6 City 23 October 2011 Premier League

Manchester United vs Manchester City head-to-head stats

Till now there have been 192 official games between Manchester United and Manchester City. City won 60 games while United won 79 games. In the Premier League era, United won 25 times while City won 19 times.

Competition Matches City Draw United City goals United goals
Premier League 53 19 9 25 77 76
Football League First Division 104 30 39 35 147 141
Football League Second Division 12 2 4 6 13 21
FA Cup 11 4 0 7 15 21
EFL Cup 10 5 1 4 16 11
FA Community Shield 2 0 0 2 2 4
Total 192 60 53 79 270 274

Manchester United vs Manchester City: Trophy battle

Among the two Manchester teams, United won the most trophies.

City won their first trophy with the FA Cup in 1904, while United claimed their first triumph in 1908 by winning the Football League First Division title. Over the years, there have been five instances where City and United have stood as champions and runners-up in the league. The rivalry has also manifested in seven intense semi-final clashes. United boasts a more illustrious record in terms of overall titles, securing 67 trophies compared to City's 34.

Manchester City Manchester United
League 9 20
FA Cup 7 12
League Cup 8 6
"Community
Shield"
6 21*
"Champions
League"
1 3
Europa League 0 1
Cup Winners' Cup 1 1
Super Cup 1 1
"Intercontinental
Cup"
0 1
"Club
World Cup"
1 1
Total 34 67

*United's 21 Community Shields include 4 shared titles as well.

Note: All the stats are accurate as of May 25, 2024.

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Fulham vs Manchester United, Premier League 2025-26: Smith Rowe's equaliser helps Fulham get a 1-1 draw

Get the highlights of the Fulham vs Manchester United Premier League 2025/26 match at Craven Cottage as Fulham and United played a gripping 1-1 draw.

Aug 24, 2025, 5:52 PM1 min read

Fulham vs Manchester United, Premier League 2025-26 LIVE Blog: Smith Rowe equalises for Fulham; FUL 1-1 MUN

Hello and welcome to our LIVE blog coverage of the thrilling Premier League fixture between Fulham and Manchester United tonight.

I’m Barnali Debnath, here to bring you real-time updates, detailed commentary, and all the latest news as these two teams battle it out on the pitch.

Fulham will be looking to capitalise on their home crowd support and secure valuable points, while Manchester United aims to showcase their quality and climb higher in the league standings.

Stay with us for live scores, tactical breakdowns, key moments, and post-match reactions.

Whether you’re cheering for the Cottagers or the Red Devils, you won’t want to miss a single update from this exciting encounter!

LIVE Updates

Aug 24, 2025, 3:34 PM

LIVE Score

Aug 24, 2025, 5:24 PM

Full-time | Fulham 1-1 Manchester United

Back-to-back draws for Fulham and United still look for their first win of the campaign. 

Aug 24, 2025, 5:23 PM

90+4' | Save from Leno

Leno punches away an attempt and it is a vital corner for United.

Aug 24, 2025, 5:22 PM

90+3' | Chance for Andersen

From the corner, Andersen had the whole goal to aim at. But, he could not make the correct connection. 

Aug 24, 2025, 5:21 PM

90+3' | De Ligt blocks

Smith Rowe's attempt from the edge of the box is deflected away for a corner by De Ligt.

Aug 24, 2025, 5:19 PM

90' | 5 minutes added

5 minutes have been added.

Aug 24, 2025, 5:18 PM

True that!

Aug 24, 2025, 5:17 PM

88' | So close from Maguire

This is what he does. Maguire leapt in the air and got the connection from the corner. But, it missed the target just by inches. 

Aug 24, 2025, 5:15 PM

87' | Changes for United

Yoro and Shaw are replaced by Maguire and Heaven. 

Aug 24, 2025, 5:14 PM

84' | Yoro saves United again

Yoro blocks an attempt from Jimenez again. The combination of Jimenez and Smith Rowe has been working very well for Fulham.

Aug 24, 2025, 5:10 PM

80' | Fulham keep on coming

With Jimenez, Smith Rowe and Tete in action, Fulham are roaming in and around the United box for last few minutes. 

Aug 24, 2025, 5:05 PM

Talk about impact

Aug 24, 2025, 5:04 PM

The goal!

Aug 24, 2025, 5:02 PM

73' | GGGGGOOOOOAAAALLLLLLLLL | FUL 1-1 MUN

Fulham vs Manchester United, Premier League 2025-26 LIVE Blog: Smith Rowe equalises for Fulham; FUL 1-1 MUNThe substitute Smith Rowe does the job with his first touch of the match. 

Iwobi with the cross and Jimenez could not get a touch to it but Smith Rowe was able to get a toe to it. 

Curial goal for Fulham.

Fulham 1-1 Manchester United.

Aug 24, 2025, 4:59 PM

71' | Double change for Fulham

Jimenez and Smith Rowe replaced Munoz and King.

Aug 24, 2025, 4:59 PM

69' | Iwobi shoots over

Just before the substitution, from the corner, Iwobi had the chance with a volley. However, his attempt went over the goal.

Aug 24, 2025, 4:58 PM

69' | Change for United

Ugarte replaces Mount. 

Aug 24, 2025, 4:57 PM

68' | Corner for Fulham

Fulham have the record for making comebacks in the Premier League. They have looked well after conceding the goal. 

This time, Josh King's cross was deflected away for a corner by Bruno. 

Aug 24, 2025, 4:53 PM

The goal again!

Aug 24, 2025, 4:51 PM

62' | Changes for Fulham

Wilson and Robinson are in for Castagne and Sessegnon.

Aug 24, 2025, 4:47 PM

58' | YYYYYYYYYOOOOOOORRRRRRROOOOOOOO | FUL 0-1 MUN

Fulham vs Manchester United: Yoro's header went in after deflection from MunizLeni Yoro scores for Manchester United from the corner. 

Oh this is an own goal from Muniz. Yoro's header was deflected into their own goal by Muiz. 

Fulham 0-1 Manchester United. 

Aug 24, 2025, 4:46 PM

Aug 24, 2025, 4:43 PM

54' | Great challenge from Yorro

Josh King in action against Manchester United.

Great recovery challenge from Leni Yoro as he wins the ball back from Josh King. King was nearly one-on-one if he was able to get another chance. 

Aug 24, 2025, 4:41 PM

52' | Changes for United

Casemiro and Amad are out. Dalot and Sesko are in. 

Aug 24, 2025, 4:40 PM

51' | Block from Luke Shaw

Good start from Fulham. De Ligt has made a block a few minutes ago and Luke Shaw now blocks a cross from the right. 

Aug 24, 2025, 4:39 PM

Aug 24, 2025, 4:36 PM

Second half starts

No changes from either team.

Aug 24, 2025, 4:19 PM

Half-time | Fulham 0-0 Manchester United

Both teams had their chances. United had the best chance with Cunha hitting the post and Bruno Fernandes missing the penalty. 

Changes in the second half? Let's see. We will see you after the break.

Aug 24, 2025, 4:18 PM

Ouch!

Aug 24, 2025, 4:17 PM

45+1' | De Ligt with a block

Another huge chance for Fulham from a corner. However, after a mixup, De Ligt was there in the middle to block an on-target shot from the middle.

Aug 24, 2025, 4:16 PM

45' | 2 minutes added

2 minutes added as injury time.

Aug 24, 2025, 4:15 PM

Told ya, this is a rare thing

Aug 24, 2025, 4:12 PM

41' | Muniz misses the target

Muniz at the far post had the whole goal to aim at with his header from the corner. However, he missed the target.

Aug 24, 2025, 4:11 PM

40' | Iwobi is injured

After making a good run on the left and attempting a cross close to the byline, Iwobi crashed into the electronic board. 

Aug 24, 2025, 4:09 PM

39' | Yellow card

Yellow card to Casemiro for a dive. 

Aug 24, 2025, 4:09 PM

38' | Bruno misses the penalty

Fulham vs Manchester United, Premier League 2025-26 LIVE Blog: LIVE Scores, Updates, News and Free Commentary | Burno misses the penalty; FUL 0-0 MUN

Ohh, we have not seen this before. Bruno balloons that ball, and it is a huge miss from the Manchester United captain. 

Aug 24, 2025, 4:07 PM

36' | Penalty for Manchester United

The referee has decided to give a penalty. The fans and Fulham boss do not like it. But it looked like a penalty. 

Aug 24, 2025, 4:05 PM

34' | VAR check for a penalty

Bassey had held and swung Mount around inside the box during the corner a minute ago.

A VAR check is going to check.

Aug 24, 2025, 4:03 PM

32' | Block from Bassey

Mount with a clever pass inside his legs found Bruno Fernandes. However, Bruno's cross was blocked by Bassey. 

Aug 24, 2025, 4:01 PM

30' | Mount looks for Mbeumo

Mount from the middle looks for Mbeumo but could not do it perfectly as he lost the ball and posession. 

Aug 24, 2025, 3:57 PM

How good Cunha has been so far?

Cunha - Fulham vs Manchester United LIVE | sportzpoint.com

Aug 24, 2025, 3:56 PM

26' | Block from Yoro

Important block from Yoro as Fulham was looking to attack the box via a cross from the left.

Aug 24, 2025, 3:55 PM

24' | United looking to go direct

This is the third time United have looked to go for a direct pass inside the box from the middle.

This time, Casemiro looks for Amad on the right. However, it was a bit long. 

Aug 24, 2025, 3:53 PM

Aug 24, 2025, 3:52 PM

Aug 24, 2025, 3:50 PM

19' | Another corner for Fulham

This is their third corner in last three minutes. Good spell for the home side. 

Aug 24, 2025, 3:47 PM

17' | Save from Bayındır

From the corner, Iwobi smashed a volley, which was on target. 

Save from Bayındır to deny him.

Aug 24, 2025, 3:45 PM

14' | Save from Leno

Brilliant save from Leno. Long ball from Bayındır and Cunha, after a great recieve, went for a volley. Leno was up to the task, though.

Aug 24, 2025, 3:43 PM

13' | Save from Bayındır

Bayındır makes a good save as Josh King had the chance to flick the ball over the goalkeeper. 

Aug 24, 2025, 3:41 PM

10' | Save from Leno

Bruno Fernandes' shot from outside the box bounced in front of Leno. The goalkeeper was able to push the ball away. 

Aug 24, 2025, 3:40 PM

10' | Tackle from Sessegnon

Good sliding tackle from Sessegnon on Amad. It goes for a goal kick.

Aug 24, 2025, 3:39 PM

7' | Calvin Bassey is down

Calvin Bassey is down after a tussle with Mbeumo. He had to leave the field and come back again as it was a head injury.

Aug 24, 2025, 3:37 PM

Portuguese minds

Marco Silva and Ruben Amorim

Aug 24, 2025, 3:35 PM

4' | Dorgu hits the side net

Patrick Dorgu in Fulham vs Manchester United, Premier League 2025/26Dorgu made a great run on the left and then smashed the ball on the side net. However, he was offside.

Aug 24, 2025, 3:34 PM

1' | Kick-off

Here we GO!

Aug 24, 2025, 3:15 PM

Fulham's King!

Aug 24, 2025, 3:14 PM

Warming up

Aug 24, 2025, 2:44 PM

Lineups | Manchester United

Starting XI: A. Bayındır, L. Yoro, M. de Ligt, L. Shaw, A. Diallo, Casemiro, B. Fernandes, P. Dorgu, B. Mbeumo, M. Mount, M. Cunha

Subs: André Onana, Diogo Dalot, Ayden Heaven, Harry Maguire, Tyler Fredricson, Kobbie Mainoo, Manuel Ugarte, Benjamin Šeško, Joshua Zirkzee

Aug 24, 2025, 2:44 PM

Lineups | Fulham

Starting XI: B. Leno, K. Tete, J. Andersen, C. Bassey, T. Castagne, S. Lukić, S. Berge, R. Sessegnon, J. King, A. Iwobi, R. Muniz

Subs: Benjamin Lecomte, Jorge Cuenca, Antonee Robinson, Harrison Reed, Tom Cairney, Harry Wilson, Emile Smith Rowe, Adama Traoré, Raúl Jiménez

Aug 24, 2025, 1:36 PM

They are here too!

Aug 24, 2025, 1:35 PM

Beautiful!

Aug 24, 2025, 1:34 PM

Fulham vs Manchester United: H2H stats

Matches Fulham Draw Manchester United
36 4 6 26

Aug 24, 2025, 1:33 PM

How to watch the Fulham vs Manchester United in India?

Football fans from India can watch the Fulham vs. Manchester United Premier League 2025/26 match on JioHotstar. Moreover, the match will be televised on Star Sports Television Channels in India.

Aug 24, 2025, 1:32 PM

Match details

Match: Fulham vs Manchester United

Date: 24 August 2025

Time: 9 pm IST

Venue: Craven Cottage

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Real names of famous footballers you probably don't know

Let’s go ahead and dive into some real names of famous footballers you probably don't know.

Aug 20, 2025, 12:56 PM4 min read

Real names of famous footballers you probably don't know

As the most popular sport, football is watched and played by people all over the country, ranging from professional leagues, to youth teams, and even families in their yards. But how much do you really know about your favourite footballers? Do you know many famous footballers actually don't use their real names in their professional careers?

Many footballers' real names are distinctly different from what are effectively stage names they use for their professional careers. Many figures even choose to go by relatively shorter names to make it easier for people all over the world to remember them by.

Let’s go ahead and dive into some real names of famous footballers you probably don't know.

Also Read: 15 football records that might ever be broken

Real Names of Famous Footballers

1. Dele Alli

Real names of famous footballers you probably don't know

  • Real Name- Bamidele Jermaine Alli

Dele Alli's full name is Bamidele Jermaine Alli. He does not use his full name professionally and instead goes by "Dele Alli". Dele Alli used to be a big name in the round leather game some years back. When he was 20, he was already considered as English football’s biggest rising star.

2. Raphinha

Real names of famous footballers you probably don't know

  • Real Name- Raphael Dias Belloli

Raphinha's full name is 'Raphael Dias Belloli'. He does not use his full name professionally and instead goes by Raphinha. Raphinha is known for his skills in dribbling, pace, and creativity on the field. He currently plays as a winger for Leeds United in the English Premier League.

3. Moises Caicedo

Real names of famous footballers you probably don't know

  • Real Name- Moisés Isaac Caicedo Corozo

Caicedo's real name is  'Moisés Isaac Caicedo Corozo'. He is an Ecuadorian professional footballer who plays as a central midfielder for the English club Chelsea from Brighton & Hove Albion and for the national team of Ecuador. He is a versatile player with ability to control the tempo of the game.

4. Cole Palmer

Real names of famous footballers you probably don't know

  • Real Name- Cole Jermaine Palmer

Cole Palmer's full name is 'Cole Jermaine Palmer'. He is regarded as one of the best attacking midfielders in the world. The English footballer plays as an attacking midfielder or winger for Premier League club Chelsea and the England national team.

Also Read: Most International Goals by Active Players (2025)

5. Kaka

Real names of famous footballers you probably don't know

  • Real Name- Ricardo Izecson dos Santos Leite

Kaka is arguably one of the defining footballers of his generation. The Brazilian was the last player to win a Ballon d'Or before the decade-long duopoly between Leo Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Kaka has several major honours to his name, including a FIFA World Cup, a UEFA Champions League, and an endless list of individual awards.

6. Van Gaal

Real names of famous footballers you probably don't know

  • Real Name- Aloysius Paulus Maria van Gaal

Van Gaal's full name is Aloysius Paulus Maria 'Louis' van Gaal. To some, He's one of the best managers of the past two decades, willing to sacrifice style for substance and flair for formality. To others, he’s an unnerving disciplinarian, an expert at alienating his players and fans. Whatever side of the fence you fall, few will doubt that Louis van Gaal is one of the most pragmatic managers in the modern game.

7. Fikayo Tomori

Real names of famous footballers you probably don't know

  • Real Name- Oluwafikayomi Oluwadamilola Tomori

Oluwafikayomi Oluwadamilola "Fikayo" Tomori is an English professional footballer known for his defensive skill as a center-back, currently playing for Serie A club AC Milan and the England national team.

8. Cristiano Ronaldo

Real names of famous footballers you probably don't know

  • Real Name- Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro

Cristiano Ronaldo aka Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro is still plying his trade in the professional game for Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia. However, he is already considered one of the greatest players of all time. Ronaldo has won five Ballon d'Or awards in his illustrious career, which is a record only bettered by a certain Argentine forward.

Also Read: 10 Highest-Paid Athletes in the World [2025]

9. Bukayo Saka

Real names of famous footballers you probably don't know

  • Real Name- Bukayo Ayoyinka Temidayo Saka

Bukayo Ayoyinka Temidayo Saka is an English professional footballer who plays as a right winger for Premier League club Arsenal and the England national team. He is often hailed as one of the greatest football players in the world. 

10. Lamine Yamal

Real names of famous footballers you probably don't know

  • Real Name- Lamine Yamal Nasraoui Ebana

Lamine Yamal Nasraoui Ebana, also known as Lamine Yamal, is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a right winger for La Liga club Barcelona and the Spain national team. 

11. Pepe

Real names of famous footballers you probably don't know

  • Real Name- Kepler Laveran de Lima Ferreira

Former Real Madrid star Pepe is quite commonly regarded as one of the best and most aggressive defenders of his time. The centre-back is still playing European football at the age of 38, and put in a string of magnificent displays in the 2020-21 UEFA Champions League. The Portuguese rolled back the years against Cristiano Ronaldo's Juventus with a breathtaking showing to knock them out of the UCL.

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10 Highest-Paid Athletes in the World [2025]

Cristiano Ronaldo leads the global earnings chart for the third consecutive time. Let’s take a look at the top 10 highest-paid athletes in the world and see how much they are earning.

Aug 18, 2025, 1:11 PM5 min read

10 Highest-Paid Athletes in the World [2025]

In 2025, some of the world’s top athletes are earning huge amounts of money through their sports, brand deals and businesses. These athletes come from football, basketball, golf and other popular games. Their earnings include salaries, match winnings and endorsements from big companies. Let’s take a look at the top 10 highest-paid athletes in the world and see how much they are earning.

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10 Highest-Paid Athletes in the World

10. Kevin Durant | $101.4M

10 Highest-Paid Athletes in the World [2025]

Kevin Durant’s Suns may not have made the playoffs, but his financial game stayed elite. His total earnings combine a $51.4 million salary with $50 million in off-court earnings through Boardroom Media and investments in Paris Saint-Germain.

He even has a soon-to-debut Netflix docuseries. His tequila brand, real estate moves, and a collaboration with Fanatics round out a sharp portfolio.

9. Shohei Ohtani | $102.5M

10 Highest-Paid Athletes in the World [2025]

Though his Dodgers salary is deferred, Shohei Ohtani still walked away with $2.5 million in earnings plus postseason bonuses. But the reason he made it to this top-earners list is his headlining brand power.

Out of the total $102.5 million, $100 million came from endorsement deals across Japan and the U.S. That includes New Balance, Seiko, Beats by Dre, and a record-breaking Topps trading card sale.

8. Karim Benzema | $104M

10 Highest-Paid Athletes in the World [2025]

The first footballer to enter the top 10, and for the 2022 Ballon d'Or winner, most of Karim Benzema's earnings have come from his hefty salary from his contract with Al-Ittihad, where he earns over $2 million a week, resulting in a $100 million annual salary. 

Sponsors like Adidas remain loyal, even as he embraces a quieter lifestyle far from the European spotlight. Rumors now swirl about a possible shift to Major League Soccer as the 2026 World Cup nears.

7. Juan Soto | $114M

10 Highest-Paid Athletes in the World [2025]

Juan Soto shattered expectations after signing a jaw-dropping 15-year, $765 million contract with the New York Mets, even by baseball’s high-spending standards. His on-field take hit $109 million. And thanks to the buzz he generated, the Mets’ ticket sales surged following his signing. 

At just 26, Juan’s popularity and endorsements by the likes of Call of Duty and top Dominican brands have made him baseball’s financial poster boy, earning $114 million this year.

6. LeBron James | $133.8M

10 Highest-Paid Athletes in the World [2025]

LeBron James has amassed $133.8M, appearing in the sixth position. After more than two decades in the NBA spotlight, LeBron is still making history, not just on the court but also in his bank account.

While his Lakers stint earned him $48.8 million in salary, the larger story is off-court. His production company, SpringHill, is scaling up through a major merger, and he inked a deal to become the first athlete turned Ken doll.

5. Lionel Messi | $135M

10 Highest-Paid Athletes in the World [2025]

Although he is the second-highest paid soccer player, Lionel Messi only ranks as the fifth-highest paid athlete. The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner brought home $135 million.

To millions of people, Messi will forever be soccer’s GOAT. Naturally, his arrival in Major League Soccer wasn’t a mere player acquisition for Inter Miami but a transformative event for the league’s global standing. While his $60 million salary is a substantial figure, his endorsements with Adidas and Apple, alongside his own Mas+ beverage, earn him even more, around $75 million.

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4. Dak Prescott | $137M

10 Highest-Paid Athletes in the World [2025]

Dak Prescott, American professional football quarterback who plays for the Dallas Cowboys, earns $137 million this year. This quarterback-turned-financial-play-caller knows how to read a market as well as a defense. 

First, Prescott made history with a contract structure that paid him $127 million in salary and bonuses within 12 months. Next were endorsements with Jordan Brand and Lowe’s that added another $10 million to his name. He’s also building a gym empire in Texas via Crunch Fitness partnerships.

3. Tyson Fury | $146M

10 Highest-Paid Athletes in the World [2025]

Boxer Tyson Fury claimed third place with $146 million. Despite losing his world heavyweight titles to Oleksandr Usyk in December, Fury's income has been boosted by partnerships promoting Maltese tourism and his Netflix reality show named “At Home With the Furys.”

2. Stephen Curry | $156M

10 Highest-Paid Athletes in the World [2025]

Golden State Warriors guard Steph Curry comes 2nd on the list of highest-paid athletes of the year, earning $156 million. Curry became the first NBA player to reach 4,000 career three-pointers in March this year. 

Of Curry's $156 million haul, $100 million comes from off-court dealings, including a major extension with Under Armour’s Curry Brand. He’s invested in everything from hydration startups to women’s basketball leagues. On the hardwood, he still drains threes while mentoring future stars at Davidson, where he now serves as an assistant GM.

Also Read: Most International Goals by Active Players (2025)

1. Cristiano Ronaldo | $275M

10 Highest-Paid Athletes in the World [2025]

For the third year in a row, and the fifth time overall, Cristiano Ronaldo is the world’s highest-paid athlete. At age 40, the Portuguese soccer superstar is reaching new highs.

Over the past 12 months, counting both his playing salary at Saudi Arabia’s Al-Nassr and his off-field business endeavors, Ronaldo collected an estimated $275 million before taxes and agent fees - the third-best year by an active athlete ever measured by Forbes. On that all-time list, Ronaldo is surpassed only by boxer Floyd Mayweather, who earned $300 million in 2015 and $285 million in 2018.

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Manchester United vs Arsenal Premier League 2025/26 Recap: Arsenal start with a 1-0 win; Calafiori with the goal

Get highlights of the Manchester United vs Arsenal Premier League 2025/26 match at Old Trafford Stadium as Arsenal won by 1-0, courtesy of a headed goal from Riccardo Calafiori.

Aug 17, 2025, 5:40 PM1 min read

Manchester United vs Arsenal Premier League 2025/26 Recap: Arsenal start with a 1-0 win; Calafiori with the goal
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Hello and welcome to the Manchester United vs Arsenal Premier League 2025/26 LIVE Blog!

Today, we bring you all the action from Old Trafford as these two English football giants clash in the season opener. Manchester United, coming off a difficult 15th-place finish last season, are eager to turn things around with a refreshed squad featuring exciting new signings.

Meanwhile, Arsenal enter the match with high hopes of ending their consecutive runner-up streak and finally capturing the Premier League title, bolstered by key additions to their lineup.

Read Also: Premier League jerseys of each club for the 2025-26 season

With a historic rivalry that includes 243 meetings, this fixture promises intense drama, tactical battles, and thrilling football moments.

Stay tuned here for minute-by-minute updates, live reactions, and expert analysis as both teams aim to kick off their campaigns with a memorable victory.

LIVE Updates

Aug 17, 2025, 3:33 PM

LIVE SCORE

Aug 17, 2025, 5:38 PM

Final verdict

It was a good game overall. Arsenal, just like last season, was great defensively. United looked good as well, but they could not find the net. 

A mistake from Bayindir helped Arsenal get the goal, and that was the game for them. 

Thank you for watching. We will see you next time. Good night. 

Aug 17, 2025, 5:26 PM

Full time | United 0-1 Arsenal

Last season's runners-up Arsenal start with a win as United's tough time continued. 

It was Calafiori's goal from the corner that was enough for them to seal the win. 

United did well, especially Cunha and Mbeumo. Dorgu came close to scoring when he hit the post in the first half.

Aug 17, 2025, 5:24 PM

90+6' | Save from Raya

Maybe the final chance for United as from the corner, Mbeumo's header went straight to Raya. 

Aug 17, 2025, 5:23 PM

90+5' | Another appeal for penalty

United appeal for another penalty as Maguire fell down inside the box. No penalty givem 

Aug 17, 2025, 5:20 PM

90+3' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Lewis-Skelly as he fouled Mbeumo.

Aug 17, 2025, 5:20 PM

90+2' | Good challenge from De Ligt

Saka went for a powerful shot from close range. But De Ligt was there to block it. 

Aug 17, 2025, 5:19 PM

90' | 6 minutes added

6 minutes added to the final time. 

Aug 17, 2025, 5:18 PM

89' | Appealing for a penalty

United appeals for a penalty as Saliba brought down Ugarte inside the box. 

Aug 17, 2025, 5:16 PM

88' | Ugarte misses the target

Yorro to Sesko, and Sesko's back heel had given Ugarte to go for the goal. However, he was not on target. 

Aug 17, 2025, 5:13 PM

85' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Gabriel for dissent and time wasting.

Aug 17, 2025, 5:13 PM

85' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Dorgu for a foul on Timber. 

Aug 17, 2025, 5:11 PM

83' | Change for Arsenal

In: Merino

Out: Rice

Aug 17, 2025, 5:10 PM

82' | Rice hits the side net

Declan Rice with a free-kick from the edge of the box hits the side net after a deflection. He will not take the corner though as he has been subbed off. 

Aug 17, 2025, 5:08 PM

80' | Change for United

In: Maguire

Out: Luke Shaw

Aug 17, 2025, 5:05 PM

77' | Easy for Raya

Good feet from Amad, but his shot did not have enough power to beat Raya. 

Aug 17, 2025, 5:02 PM

73' | Big save from Raya

What a save from Raya!

Lovely from Cunha, who made a good run and played it out wide to Dorgu on the left. Dorgu's cross found Mbeumo inside the box, who jumped in the air to head the ball.

The ball dropped in front of Raya and was going into the goal.

However, Raya dived full streched to his left to make the save. 

Aug 17, 2025, 5:00 PM

71' | Changes for Arsenal

In: Timber, Lewis-Skelly

Out: Calafiori, White

Aug 17, 2025, 4:58 PM

70' | Break

Ben White is down, injured and getting medical attention. Cunha believes he is wasting time. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:58 PM

69' | Huge chance for Mbeumo

Brilliant ball from Cunha, and he found Mbeumo with a perfect pass. Mbeumo just could not get his shot away and was blocked by Gabriel. 

Seconds later, his acrobatic attempt missed the target. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:54 PM

65' | Double change for United

Benjamin Sesko made his Premier League debut - United vs Arsenal, Premier League 2025/26 | sportzpoint.com
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Double change from Amorim as Benjamin Sesko, who enters the fray alongside Manuel Ugarte, as Mason Mount and Casemiro make way.

Aug 17, 2025, 4:50 PM

Gyokeres tonight!

Viktor Gyokeres was subbed off in the hour mark - Manchester United vs Arsenal | sportzpoint.com

Metric Value
Minutes played 60'
Goals 0
Assists 0
Expected assists (xA) 0.06
Distance covered 7.8 km
Shots on target 0
Shots off target 0
Shots blocked 0
Dribble attempts (successful) 1 (0)
Number of sprints 12
Top speed 31.4 km/h
Touches 21
Accurate passes 4/9 (44%)
Key passes 0
Crosses (accurate) 2 (1)
Long balls (accurate) 0 (0)
Ground duels (won) 7 (2)
Aerial duels (won) 6 (1)
Possession lost 11
Fouls 3
Was fouled 2
Offsides 1
Clearances 1
Blocked shots 0
Interceptions 0
Total tackles 0
Dribbled past 0

Aug 17, 2025, 4:48 PM

60' | Double change for Arsenal

Viktor Gyokeres and Kai Havertz
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In: Madueke, Havertz

Out: Martinelli, Gyokeres

Aug 17, 2025, 4:48 PM

59' | Rice misses the target

Rice, who has been a bit quiet today, takes a chance with a long-range shot. But, he missed the target. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:46 PM

Rock at the back!

Manchester United vs Arsenal Premier League 2025/26 LIVE

Aug 17, 2025, 4:45 PM

57' | Raya does well

Unlike his counterpart, Raya was able to punch away the incoming delivery from Bruno Fernandes from a free-kick near the left corner. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:43 PM

55' | Change for United

In: Diallo

Out: Dalot

Aug 17, 2025, 4:42 PM

Tuchel is here

The head coach of the England men's football team is here to watch the proceedings. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:40 PM

52' | Gyokeres's tough game continues

Viktor Gyokeres is tackled by Matthijs de Ligt
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After a long pass, Gyokeres on the left had the chance to make a cutback and go for the goal. However, he could not control the ball and lost it against De Ligt. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:37 PM

49' | Block from Gabriel

Luke Shaw found Mount with a cutback, and Mount's left-footed volley, which was on target, was blocked by Gabriel. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:35 PM

Second half starts

No changes from either team.

Aug 17, 2025, 4:19 PM

Half-time | United 0-1 Arsenal

Arsenal head into the tunnel with a 1-0 lead. It was an extremely open first half. 

Calafiori scored from a corner. Dorgu hit the post. Cunha and Mbeumo looked good so far for United. 

Lots of action to come in the second half. 

Stay tuned. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:17 PM

1 minute added

1 minute has been added to the first 45 minutes. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:17 PM

45' | Gyokeres has not been at his best

On his Premier League debut, the big signing of the season has not shone so far for Arsenal. He has lacked control and accuracy. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:14 PM

43' | Weak cross

Weak cross from Dorgu from the left. The cross was defended well by White. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:13 PM

42' | Yellow card

First yellow card of the day. Calafiori gets the yellow card for holding down Mbeumo.

Aug 17, 2025, 4:11 PM

Cunha has been everywhere

Matheus Cunha battles with Arsenal's Martin Zubimendi in midfield.
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Aug 17, 2025, 4:10 PM

38' | Another chance for Cunha

Cunha has been a threat to Arsenal in the last few minutes. He has been sharp, quick and making moves.

His attempted cross from the left, close range, was deflected away by Raya. No United player was there to take the advantage though. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:07 PM

The battle of midfield!

Manchester United v Arsenal - Premier League - Casemio and Odegaard going for a ball
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Aug 17, 2025, 4:04 PM

33' | Huge chance for Cunha

Great run from Cunha as United looked to attack with a counterattack. But Cunha could not finish well as he shot directly at Raya, timidly. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:03 PM

32' | Chance for Martinelli

Martinelli went for a bicycle kick inside the box but could not connect the shot. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:02 PM

30' | Dorgu hits the post

Great start from the youngster. On the left, he made a good run, made a cut to his right and then went for a powerful shot. He hit the far post, missing the goal by an inch. 

Aug 17, 2025, 3:58 PM

26' | Weak shot from Martinelli

Martinelli's weak right footed shot from close range was grabbed easily by Bayindir.

Aug 17, 2025, 3:56 PM

25' | Corner for United

Casemiro won the ball back in their half and then sent a good long ball for Mbeumo. Mbeumo's shot was deflected for a corner by Gabriel. 

Aug 17, 2025, 3:55 PM

23' | United appealing for a penalty

David Raya made a huge mistake in the goal, and as Cunha went for the goal, Raya pushed him to win the ball back.

However, the referee did not feel it was good enough for a penalty. 

Aug 17, 2025, 3:51 PM

Aug 17, 2025, 3:51 PM

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Aug 17, 2025, 3:48 PM

16' | Foul by Zubimendi

A long ball from the middle was falling dangerously for Bruno Fernandes. Zubimendi came running in for the ball and fouled Bruno. 

Free kick from the edge of the box for United. 

Aug 17, 2025, 3:46 PM

13' | GGGGGGGGOOOOOOOAAAAALLLLLLL | MUN 0-1 ARS

Manchester United vs Arsenal Premier League 2025/26 LIVE: Scores, News, Updates and Free Commentary | Calafiori scores an early goal for Arsenal; MUN 0-1 ARS

Manchester United vs Arsenal Premier League 2025/26 LIVE: Scores, News, Updates and Free Commentary | Calafiori scores an early goal for Arsenal; MUN 0-1 ARSArsenal scores from the corner. 

Calafiori headed the ball inside the goal as Bayindir could not save the corner from Declan Rice cleanly, and Calafiori just headed the ball for the first goal. 

Manchester United 0-1 Arsenal.

Aug 17, 2025, 3:44 PM

11' | De Ligt does well

Odegaard was looking to send a cross from close range on the left. However, his attempt has been blocked by De Ligt, and it goes for a corner. 

Aug 17, 2025, 3:41 PM

Meantime, if you follow Indian football!

Aug 17, 2025, 3:38 PM

6' | Raya makes an easy save

Mason Mount with a through ball for Mbeumo to make a run inside the box. However, he could not go past Raya. 

Easy grab for Raya. 

Aug 17, 2025, 3:34 PM

3' | Good start for Mbeumo

Manchester United's new No. 19 has started well as he looked to apply pressure on Zubimendi first and then Raya. 

Aug 17, 2025, 3:32 PM

1' | Kick-off

Kick-off in Manchester. 

Aug 17, 2025, 2:42 PM

Debuts for Viktor Gyokeres and Martin Zubimendi

Viktor Gyokeres and Martin Zubimendi make their Premier League debuts - sportzpoint.com

Aug 17, 2025, 2:41 PM

Lineups: Manchester United

Starting XI: Bayindir, Dalot, de Ligt, Yoro, Shaw, Dorgu, Casemiro, Fernandes, Cunha, Mbeumo, Mount. 
Subs: Heaton, Maguire, Heaven, Mainoo, Fredricson, Ugarte, Amad, Zirkzee, Sesko. 

Aug 17, 2025, 2:41 PM

Lineups: Arsenal

Starting XI: Raya, White, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori, Zubimendi, Rice, Odegaard, Saka, Martinelli, Gyokeres. 
Subs: Arrizabalaga, Timber, Lewis-Skelly, Mosquera, Merino, Nwaneri, Trossard, Madueke, Havertz.

Aug 17, 2025, 2:40 PM

The gunners are here too!

Aug 17, 2025, 2:39 PM

Beautiful indeed!

Aug 17, 2025, 12:24 PM

Possible lineups

Manchester United: Bayındır, Yoro, de Ligt, Shaw, Diallo, Ugarte, Fernandes, Dorgu, Mbeumo, Šeško, Cunha.

Arsenal: Raya, Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly, Zubimendi, Rice, Saka, Ødegaard, Martinelli, Gyökeres

Aug 17, 2025, 12:23 PM

Ready to raise the bar

Aug 17, 2025, 12:23 PM

Country Roads at Old Trafford

Aug 17, 2025, 12:22 PM

Manchester United vs Arsenal: Head-to-head stats

This will be the 243rd meeting between the two clubs, with Manchester United leading with 99 wins compared to Arsenal’s 89 victories. Recent Premier League clashes have favoured Arsenal, who won 3 of the last 5 matches, including a 2-0 victory in December 2024. 

Aug 17, 2025, 12:20 PM

How to watch the match?

Football fans from India can watch the Manchester United vs Arsenal match LIVE on JioHotstar and Star Sports TV Channels in India. 

Aug 17, 2025, 12:19 PM

Match Details

Match: Manchester United vs Arsenal

Tournament: Premier League 2025/26

Date: 17 August 2025

Time: 9 pm IST

Venue: Old Trafford Stadium, Manchester

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Liverpool vs Bournemouth Premier League 2025-26 opener: Late strike from Chiesa and Salah hand Liverpool a perfect 4-2 win

Get the highlights of the Liverpool vs Bournemouth, Premier League 2025-26 match as the defending champions started their title defence with a 4-2 win.

Aug 15, 2025, 9:19 PM1 min read

Get the highlights of the Liverpool vs Bournemouth, Premier League 2025-26 match as the defending champions started their title defence with a 4-2 win.
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Welcome to our live coverage of the Premier League 2025-26.

Defending champion Liverpool will begin its title defence today when it hosts Bournemouth for the Premier League 2025-26 season opener. While Arne Slot’s men will look to quickly move on from last week’s FA Community Shield defeat to Crystal Palace, Andoni Iraola’s side will hope to build on its ninth-place finish from last season.

The match will kick off at 8 pm local time on Friday, August 15 (12:30 am IST on Saturday, August 16) at Anfield.

Stay with us for live updates, team news, free commentary, and all the dramatic moments from kickoff to the final whistle as Barnali Debnath brings you all the updates.

LIVE Updates

Aug 15, 2025, 7:09 PM

Final Score

Aug 15, 2025, 9:16 PM

Final verdict

It was the perfect start the Premier League could have had. 

Tribute to Diogo Jota and his brother, Andre. Goals from Ekitike and Gakpo. Then a great comeback from Bournemouth with Antoine Semenyo scoring a brace. 

But it was the Champions who kept on bringing quality on the pitch with Federico Chiesa scoring a winner in the 88th minute and then Salah finishing off in style.

We are off now. 

See you in other games. Thank you for watching. Good night. 

Aug 15, 2025, 9:14 PM

Aug 15, 2025, 8:57 PM

Full time | Liverpool 4-2 Bournemouth

Aug 15, 2025, 8:56 PM

90+4' | SAAAAAALLLLLLAAAAHHHHHHH | LIV 4-2 BOU

Of course, he had to score. 

Last season's Golden Boot winner scored for the 10th time in the opening league match for Liverpool, more than anyone. 

Wonderful skill from the Egyptian king as he made a quick cut back on the right and went for a shot with his right foot.

Liverpool 4-2 Bournemouth

Aug 15, 2025, 8:54 PM

UNREAL

Aug 15, 2025, 8:53 PM

90' | Six minutes added

Six minutes have been added to the full time.

Aug 15, 2025, 8:49 PM

88' | CCCCCHHHHHEEEEIIIISSSAAAAA | LIV 3-2 BOU

Liverpool vs Bournemouth Premier League 2025-26 opener LIVE Blog: Chiesa scores a late goal for Reds; LIV 3-2 BOUThe Champions are BAAAAACCCKK and how!

Chiesa scores his first-ever goal for Liverpool, and what a time to do that. 

Salah's attempt was saved by Petrović, but it popped up in the air. 

Winterburn's headed clear fell at the right place for Chiesa to go for a powerful volley. 

Liverpool 3-2 Bournemouth

Aug 15, 2025, 8:47 PM

Aug 15, 2025, 8:45 PM

WHAT A STAR

Aug 15, 2025, 8:44 PM

83' | Change for Bournemouth

Out: Brooks

In: Winterburn

Aug 15, 2025, 8:43 PM

82' | Change for Liverpool

In: Federico Chiesa

Out: Florian Wirtz

Aug 15, 2025, 8:42 PM

81' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Evanilson for a foul on Szoboszlai

Aug 15, 2025, 8:41 PM

80' | Szoboszlai goes for the goal

Szoboszlai goes for the goal with a left-footed shot. However, as he was falling down, he could not connect with the ball that well and missed the target. 

Aug 15, 2025, 8:38 PM

77' | GGGGGGGOOOOOAAAALLLLLL | LIV 2-2 BOU

Liverpool vs Bournemouth Premier League 2025-26 opener LIVE Blog: Semenyo equalises for Bournemouth; LIV 2-2 BOUOHHHH MYYYY WORRRRLLLDDD!

What a goal by Semenyo.

In a counterattack, Semenyo made the long run, took the ball deep and with Liverpool defenders crowding him at the edge of the box, he went for a powerful shot.

It is all equal now.

Liverpool 2-2 Bournemouth

Aug 15, 2025, 8:35 PM

74' | Change for Bournemouth

In: Hamed Traore

Out: Alex Scott

Aug 15, 2025, 8:32 PM

72' | Double change for Liverpool

In: Jones and Gomez

Out: Mac Alisster and Ekitike

Aug 15, 2025, 8:32 PM

71' | Block by Van dijk

The visitors are now looking dangerous. 

Brooks had the chance to go for the goal after some tussling. But, it was blocked by the Liverpool captain. 

Aug 15, 2025, 8:30 PM

70' | Easy for Petrović

Cody Gakpo's powerful shot from the left of the box goes straight to Petrović. 

Aug 15, 2025, 8:29 PM

67' | Ahhhhh.... Alisson

The Brazilian's long ball fell perfectly for Salah to nearly go one-on-one against the goalkeeper. However, he could not finish the job after a poor second touch. 

Aug 15, 2025, 8:25 PM

64' | SEEEEEMMMMEEENNNYYYOOOOO | LIV 2-1 BOU

Liverpool vs Bournemouth Premier League 2025-26 opener LIVE Blog: Semenyo scores for Bournemouth; LIV 2-1 BOU | sportzpoint.comBournemouth are back in it.

Semenyo scores the goal for them. 

They find the net in a counterattack. Brooks with an inch-perfect cross from the left, and Semenyo was able to go past Robertson to side-foot the ball for a goal. 

Liverpool 2-1 Bournemouth

Aug 15, 2025, 8:24 PM

63' | Close from Writz

Dominic Szoboszlai's cross pass found Writz in a good position to go for a side-footed shot. 

Writz went for accuracy rather than power. However, he missed the goal by inches. 

Aug 15, 2025, 8:21 PM

61' | Changes for Liverpool

In: Wataru Endo And Andy Robertson

Out: Jeremie Frimpong And Milos Kerkez

Aug 15, 2025, 8:20 PM

60' | Good from Alisson

Brooks went for a cross from the touchline, close to the box. Alisson was able to get a punch to that. 

Semenyo then went for a shot, but went for a goalkick. 

Aug 15, 2025, 8:19 PM

UNDERRATED

Liverpool vs Bournemouth Premier League 2025-26 opener LIVE Blog: Gakpo scores for Liverpool; LIV 2-0 BOU

Aug 15, 2025, 8:16 PM

Aug 15, 2025, 8:13 PM

52' | Save from Petrović

Mac Allister, with a powerful shot from the edge of the box, nearly scored. However, Petrović was cautious enough to deflect the away for a corner kick. 

Aug 15, 2025, 8:09 PM

49' | GAAAAAAAAAKKKKKPPPPPOOOOOO | LIV 2-0 BOU

Liverpool vs Bournemouth Premier League 2025-26 opener LIVE Blog: Gakpo scores for Liverpool; LIV 2-0 BOUCody Gakpo doubles the lead for the defending champions. 

Poor defending here from the visitors. Hugo Ekitike made a quick turn at the edge of the box on the left and found Cody. 

The Dutch striker was then allowed to make an entry deep inside the box and go for a shot with his right-footed from 16-yards. 

Liverpool 2-0 Bournemouth

Aug 15, 2025, 8:07 PM

Second half starts

The second half starts. No changes from either side. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:51 PM

Half-time | LIV 1-0 BOU

Liverpool vs Bournemouth Premier League 2025-26 opener LIVE Blog: LIVE score, news, updates and free commentary | Hugo Ekitike scores for Liverpool; LIV 1-0 BOU

Aug 15, 2025, 7:50 PM

45+3' | Good defense from Truffert

In a counterattack, Liverpool and Salah had the chance to extend the lead before the half-time whistle. However, Truffert came running in and made the tackle to win the ball back. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:48 PM

Aug 15, 2025, 7:47 PM

45' | 3 minutes added

3 additional minutes added to the first half. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:45 PM

43' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Kerkez for a foul on Smith.

Aug 15, 2025, 7:44 PM

42' | Konate with the block

Konate with an important block as Tavernier went for the goal from the edge of the box on left. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:41 PM

39' | Hugo misses a chance

From a long cross into the box, Ekitike had the chance to head the ball inside the goal. However, he headed the ball over the goal. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:40 PM

37' | HUUUUUUUUUUUGGGOOOOOOOOO | LIV 1-0 BOU

Liverpool vs Bournemouth Premier League 2025-26 opener LIVE Blog: LIVE score, news, updates and free commentary | Hugo Ekitike scores for Liverpool; LIV 1-0 BOU

Liverpool vs Bournemouth Premier League 2025-26 opener LIVE Blog: LIVE score, news, updates and free commentary | Hugo Ekitike scores for Liverpool; LIV 1-0 BOU | sportzpoint.com
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Liverpool vs Bournemouth Premier League 2025-26 opener LIVE Blog: LIVE score, news, updates and free commentary | Hugo Ekitike scores for Liverpool; LIV 1-0 BOU
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Hugo Ekitike scores on his Premier League debut for Liverpool.

Mac Allister with the pass to him, and he kept on going inside the box. His attempted nutmeg to Senesi fell in the right place for him to go for an easy finish. 

He shows the 20 mark to dedicate the goal to Jota. 

Liverpool 1-0 AFC Bournemouth 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:38 PM

35' | Save from Alisson

 Tavernier found a juicy ball inside the box following a cut-back from the right. He hit the ball straight to Alisson. He should be disappointed with that. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:36 PM

34' | Ouuuuuu.... that was good!

Mac Allister made a good run into the box. However, the Argentine's side-footed pass for Firmpong could not find the winger as he ran ahead of the ball. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:33 PM

31' | Easy for Petrović

Finally, the corner was take,n and it was Virgil van Dijk, who jumped in the air to get a head to it. However, it went straight to Petrovic. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:31 PM

29' | Break

We have a break at the moment, with the referee having a word with the match officials and players. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:30 PM

27' | Chance for Liverpool

Ekitike had the chance to riddle the ball into the goal from an airy ball outside the box by Writz. But Diakite was there to deflect it for a corner to Liverpool FC.

Aug 15, 2025, 7:27 PM

24' | Bournemouth winning the physical battle

Although Liverpool are enjoying more possession, the visitors have won the physical battle so far, with more bodies, winning tackles and one-on-one situations.

Semenyo, this time, manhandled Writz to win the ball back for Bournemouth. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:24 PM

No huge chances for any team so far!

Liverpool v AFC Bournemouth

Aug 15, 2025, 7:22 PM

20' | Claps for Jota

In the 20th minute of the match, fans show Diogo Jota's jersey and clap his name to give him a resounding tribute. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:20 PM

18' | Konate has been struggling

After the first mistake, Konate now fails to clear the ball away and hands it to opponents. However, Evanilson, who has handed the ball over by Konate, was found offside.

Aug 15, 2025, 7:16 PM

15' | Yellow card

Yellow card for David Brooks.

Aug 15, 2025, 7:15 PM

Forever 20

Aug 15, 2025, 7:12 PM

11' | Smith does well there

Salah was looking for Writz with a threading pass inside the box. However, Smith guessed the movement right and deflected the ball for a corner. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:10 PM

9' | Mistake from Konate

A poor backpass from Ibrahima Konate allows Bournemouth to have a corner kick. The defender apologises for the mistake

Aug 15, 2025, 7:08 PM

6' | Chance for Bournemouth

Truffert's cross from the left found Semenyo inside the box. However, the striker could not control the finish and missed the target with a sliding effort. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:06 PM

5' | Chance for Van dijk

Van Dijk missed the target with a header. Back-to-back chances for Liverpool. Write with the delivery. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:06 PM

4' | Save from Petrović

Petrovic makes the first save of the season as Salah was on target with a left-footed attempt from the edge of the box. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:04 PM

1' | Kick-off

Here we go. The 2025/26 season starts!

Aug 15, 2025, 6:59 PM

Debutant for Reds

Hugo Ekitike, Liverpool

Aug 15, 2025, 6:51 PM

Debutant for Bournemouth

Aug 15, 2025, 6:49 PM

Ready!

Aug 15, 2025, 6:12 PM

Lineups | AFC Bournemouth

Starting XI: Petrović, Smith, Diakité, Senesi, Truffert, Adams, Scott, Brooks, Tavernier, Semenyo, de Lima Barbosa,

Subs: Araujo, Soler, Kroupi, Hill, Traoré, Billing, Dennis, Winterburn, Rees-Dottin.

Aug 15, 2025, 6:09 PM

Lineups | Liverpool FC

Starting XI: Alisson, Van Dijk, Konate, Kerkez, Wirtz, Szoboszlai, Mac Allister, Salah, Gakpo, Ekitike, Frimpong.

Subs: Mamardashvili, Gomez, Endo, Chiesa, Jones, Elliott, Robertson, Nyoni, Ngumoha.

Aug 15, 2025, 6:08 PM

Four PL debutants for the Reds

Aug 15, 2025, 6:08 PM

The Cherries have a debutant

Aug 15, 2025, 6:07 PM

Here comes the champions!

Aug 15, 2025, 6:06 PM

Aug 15, 2025, 1:17 PM

Liverpool vs Bournemouth: Head-to-head

Liverpool are comfortably in front in the head-to-head history between these two sides, having won 19 of the 24 competitive fixtures they’ve played against Bournemouth.

That includes 12 of their last 13 meetings, aside from a 1-0 away loss in March 2023. The last draw in this fixture, meanwhile, came back in 2017, in a match that finished 2-2 at Anfield.

Aug 15, 2025, 1:13 PM

How to watch the match?

The Liverpool vs Bournemouth Premier League 2025-26 match will be telecast on the Star Sports network and streamed on the JioHotstar platform.

In the UK, Sky Sports will telecast the fixture.

Aug 15, 2025, 1:12 PM

Match Details

Match: Liverpool vs Bournemouth, Premier League 2025-26

Date: 15 August 2025

Time: 12.30 am IST

Venue: Anfield Stadium, England.

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