Football: the main stories of 24.09.2026

Jürgen Klopp’s first match as Germany manager ended in a stalemate against the Netherlands, a team he once managed. The match was frantic from the start, with the visitors dominating possession but failing to break the Dutch resistance until a late Gakpo strike forced a 1-1 draw. The result leaves Klopp with a point rather than a win, though the performance showed glimpses of control. Musiala’s injury in the warm-up was a blow, but the side managed to hold their shape. The history between them adds an edge to this fixture, and neither side looked particularly dominant in the final third.

In other Nations League action, Norway beat Denmark 3-2 with Erling Haaland scoring twice, while Greece edged Serbia in the group behind the Netherlands. The Danish defence looked vulnerable against the Norwegian attack, and Haaland’s form continues to be a menace all night. Meanwhile, Israel lost 3-1 to Austria after Saied Abu Farchi was sent off for a corner-flag gesture celebration. The red card ended any hopes of a comeback, and the Austrian side ground out the win.

• Klopp denied debut win as Netherlands rescue draw.
• Haaland scores twice as Norway beat Denmark.
• Abu Farchi sent off for gesture in Austria defeat.
• Andy Carroll reveals he was sexually assaulted in 2021.
• Gordon backs Tuchel to stop copying Spain.
• Rubin sign Salcedo on a free transfer.
• Bayern weigh Olmo move in January.
• Deco denies interest in Gabriel.
• Konate out with knee sprain.
• McTominay in gym recovery.
• Chelsea target Khusanov.
• Fox signs new deal at Arsenal.
• Isak and Semenyo nominated for PL award.
• Tuchel backs Kane for Ballon d’Or.
• Raphinha on staying at Barcelona.
• Yoro gets France call-up.
• De Zerbi hit by break.
• Nardò docked 2 points.
• Rots on life in Heidelberg.
• Ronaldo wants 1,000 goals.
• Solomon Islands vs Vanuatu preview.
• Garner recalls Vidic.
• Infantino accused of inadequate reply.
• Montes leaves Mexico camp.
• Rostov part with Alba.
• Kuzyaev passes medical.
• Dzhioev on wanted list.
• Nardò penalized.

England host Spain tonight.