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‘Championship Mentality’: FC Dallas Draws Houston Dynamo 2-2, Reclaims El Capitán As Petar Musa Scores Record 20th Goal

Petar Musa nets his record‑breaking 20th goal of the season, converting a stoppage‑time penalty to give FC Dallas a 2‑2 draw with the Houston Dynamo at Shell Energy Stadium on Oct. 20, 2026. The result returns the El Capitán Texas Derby trophy to Frisco and lifts Dallas to 14‑7‑9 (51 points) with four games left, while Houston slips to 13‑9‑8 (47 points) amid a six‑match winless streak. Dallas struck first through Houston native Christian Cappis, assisted by Daniel Job and Bernard Kamungo, but Dynamo equalized via Héctor Herrera and later took the lead after a controversial handball penalty on Nolan Norris. Coach Eric Quill praises Musa’s composure and the squad’s “championship mentality.”

Mashego questions R10m price tag for TS Galaxy winger Mahlambi

Former Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns striker Katlego Mashego says Kaizer Chiefs would be taking too much of a risk by paying R10 million for TS Galaxy winger Seluleko Mahlambi. The 21-year-old has attracted attention after an impressive first professional season in the Betway Premiership, in which he scored six goals and provided six assists. […] The article Mashego questions R10m price tag for TS Galaxy winger Mahlambi was written by Issa Said and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .

Seattle Sounders vs. CF Montréal: Community player ratings form

Seattle Sounders hosted CF Montréal at Lumen Field on Oct. 19, 2026, finishing in a 1‑1 draw after conceding early in the 13th minute. Sebastián Gómez equalized in the 66th following a quick counterpress by Jesús Ferreira, while Jordan Morris struck for Seattle in the 70th and Wiki Carmona hit the post for Montréal in the 89th. The post links to a community player‑rating form, letting fans grade performances on a 1‑10 scale ranging from ‘not pro‑quality’ to ‘MLS MVP‑level.’

‘It’s a very difficult record to break’ – Bursaspor coach hails Kelechi Iheanacho’s historic scoring run

Bursaspor coach Mustafa Er praises Nigerian striker Kelechi Iheanacho after he set a new Turkish league record by scoring in ten straight matches. The milestone comes from Iheanacho’s opening goal in Bursaspor’s 3-0 win over Muğlaspor on October 15, marking the longest consecutive scoring streak in Turkish top‑flight history. Er calls the feat ‘very difficult to break,’ highlighting the forward’s impact since joining from Manchester City.

Arsenal’s Struggles, Sonia Bompastor Makes WSL History, and More: Five Talking Points From Matchday 6

Matchday 6 delivered another dramatic weekend of WSL action, with Arsenal's struggles continuing, Chelsea and Manchester City maintaining their strong starts and London City Lionesses continuing to make headlines. The post Arsenal’s Struggles, Sonia Bompastor Makes WSL History, and More: Five Talking Points From Matchday 6 appeared first on Opta Analyst .

What's in this Week's Membership Monday?

Sunderland AFC’s Membership Monday outlines three upcoming ticket ballots—for Aston Villa (Nov 21), Jagiellonia Białystok (Nov 26) and Tottenham Hotspur (Nov 29)—all opening on 27 Oct and closing on 29 Oct. Members can also join watch parties at Quinn’s Sports Bar for the Lech Poznań game on 22 Oct, and access exclusive content like full Europa League replays, a BCM interview with Trai Hume (available 23 Oct), live audio commentary, and the digital matchday programme. A competition to win two 76 Yards seats for the Dinamo Zagreb tie (Nov 5) closes 29 Oct, and season‑ticket waiting lists and stadium‑tour discounts are highlighted.

December fixture changes confirmed

AFC Bournemouth’s December Premier League schedule shifts after Sky Sports picks two matches for live broadcast. The home game against Brighton & Hove Albion moves to an 8:15 pm kickoff on Wednesday 2 December, while the away clash at Arsenal is rescheduled to 2 pm on Sunday 13 December (originally 3 pm on Saturday 12 December). Both fixtures will be shown live on Sky Sports. Ticket holders for the Brighton match must request cancellations by Monday 30 November.

Soccer Laduma invites readers to caption its Pic of the Week

The popular ‘Pic of the Week’ feature in every edition of Soccer Laduma is giving readers the chance to provide the headline for its latest image. Soccer Laduma has traditionally written a caption to accompany the photograph, but readers can now suggest the wording that will appear alongside the picture. To enter, readers should study […] The article Soccer Laduma invites readers to caption its Pic of the Week was written by Nuhu Adams and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .

USMNT midweek viewing guide: Europe flurry, Open Cup final

The USMNT midweek viewing guide highlights a packed slate of European and North American action from Oct. 19‑20, 2026. Key matchups include Juventus vs Rennes (Europa League) featuring Weston McKennie and Bryan Reynolds, and Bayer Leverkusen vs OFI Crete with Malik Tillman and Montrell Culbreath. Champions League fixtures showcase Sergiño Dest at Porto, Alex Freeman at Liverpool, and Johnny Cardoso with Atlético Madrid. MLS fans can catch FC Cincinnati vs DC United and the US Open Cup final—Columbus Crew vs St. Louis City—on Wednesday night. Liga MX’s Atlas vs América and several Bundesliga, Serie A, and Conference League games round out the schedule. All kickoff times are listed in Eastern time, with streaming options from Apple TV’s MLS Season Pass, Paramount+, Peacock, DAZN, and more.

Inter Miami Boss Reportedly Discussed as Potential Challenger to Gianni Infantino for FIFA Presidency

Amid growing European opposition to Gianni Infantino’s bid for a fourth FIFA term, officials from England, Germany and UEFA are scouting a credible challenger. Sky Sport Germany reports that David Beckham, Inter Miami co‑owner and former England captain, is being discussed as a potential contender, praised for his global profile and business experience, though he has not signaled any intent to run. Other names floated include Arsène Wenger, Luis Figo, Michele Kang and Ramon Vega. With the nomination deadline on Nov 18, 2026 and the election set for March 2027 in Rabat, the search for a unifying alternative intensifies.

Wigan Athletic Fans Verdict: A Missed Opportunity

Reading FC’s recent loss leaves fans feeling the team fell short despite a solid showing. The post‑match discussion zeroes in on captain Lewis Wing, with supporters split on whether he’s being scapegoated or should be dropped, while others argue he needs a deeper role. Overall, the consensus is that the Royals are "consistently inconsistent," struggling to turn good performances into wins and risking a mid‑table finish instead of a top‑six push. The article calls for stability and maximum points in the next two home games.

Lost 9/11 duels, 0 shots, 0 key passes - 26yo Crystal Palace star is 'not cutting it', he was appalling v Brighton

Crystal Palace tumble 5-0 to Brighton on October 19, 2026, intensifying pressure on manager Pierre Sage as the club sits 14th in the Premier League. The spotlight falls on 26‑year‑old striker Jorgen Strand Larsen, who lost nine of 11 duels, recorded zero shots, crosses, dribbles, progressive carries or key passes, and was dribbled past once. With just one goal in seven league games and a sharp drop in contributions – six in 2,748 minutes versus 18 in his debut season – his form is deemed “not cutting it.” The article argues he must improve urgently to help Palace halt their slide.

Juice Boxes and Post Game Stats: More Unwanted Records

Sporting Kansas City set more records this week for the club as their 2026 season continues. A season that will probably go down as one of the worst in the league’s entire history is certainly one of the two worst, if not the worst season in club history. In their 3-1 loss on Saturday to […] The post Juice Boxes and Post Game Stats: More Unwanted Records appeared first on KC Soccer Journal .