Laurens' weekend preview: Chelsea-Arsenal and Roma-Napoli main highlights
It's Friday and a full weekend of action awaits across the soccer calendar as Julien Laurens picks out the best of the action ahead in Europe.
Ex-League One defender scores in Champions League
English left-back Ross Sykes was on the scoresheet for Belgian side Union St.-Gilloise as they took on Atlético Madrid on Tuesday night.
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Canadian-Nigerian striker Promise David made Belgian football history this weekend, as his double inspired Union Saint-Gilloise to their first top flight title since 1935, proving why he's being nicknamed 'baby Lukaku'.
Cincinnati sets MLS transfer record for Denkey
FC Cincinnati has completed the signing of Cercle Brugge forward Kévin Denkey for an MLS record transfer fee. a team spokesperson confirmed to ESPN.
Source: Kepa's loan exit amid 12th Chelsea signing
Chelsea announced the signing of Mike Penders on Tuesday, bringing their tally for players brought in this summer to 12.
Seven African footballers to watch on ESPN Africa this season
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Match in Belgium to be replayed after VAR error
A disciplinary body has ruled that the Belgian Pro League match between Anderlecht and Genk will be replayed after a misapplication of the laws of the game.
Fans barred from UEFA match over Gaza tensions
The mayor of Ghent believes the security risks are too great given the tensions from the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Sources: Spurs in talks over Brugge teen Nusa
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Marc Overmars' ban extended worldwide
Former Netherlands international Marc Overmars will not be allowed to hold any position in the sport for at least a year, the Dutch FA said on Wednesday.
Suphanat reaping rewards of Europe move after inspiring Thailand to crucial WCQ win
After a match-winning display in the World Cup qualifiers, Thailand starlet Suphanat Mueanta looks to be reaping the rewards of his recent move to Belgium.
MLS, Belgium, France? Which are the best leagues for scouts?
There are so many soccer leagues around the world and so many games to watch, so how do you know where to find young talent? This should help.
USA GK Slonina leaves Chelsea on loan to Eupen
United States goalkeeper Gaga Slonina joined Belgian team KAS Eupen on a season-long loan deal from Chelsea on Thursday.
Standard Liege signs Socceroos midfielder O'Neill
Aiden O'Neill's European dream has been realised, with the Socceroos midfielder signing a four-year deal with top-flight Belgian club Standard Liege.
Title changes hands 3 times in 5 minutes: You won't find a wilder end to a season than in Belgium
The destination of the 2022-23 Pro League title chopped and changed between three clubs in the final five minutes of action.
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There are title races, surprise finishes, teams fighting relegation and goal records to chase. Here's what to watch across European soccer.
Bos move: City star sets A-League transfer record
Melbourne City's Jordan Bos is set to become the most expensive domestic player in Australian football history after sealing a move to KVC Westerlo.
Ex-Dortmund, Man Utd star Kagawa returns to Japan
Former Borussia Dortmund and Manchester United star Shinji Kagawa has ended a 13-year stay in Europe by rejoining Cerezo Osaka.
Who was the best African player in each of Europe's biggest leagues in 2022?
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Player suspended by club after smoking on bench
Royal Antwerp's Radja Nainggolan has been suspended indefinitely for general behaviour that reflected badly on the Belgian Pro League club.
Americans in Europe: Where the USMNT's World Cup hopefuls are playing across the Atlantic
With the World Cup looming, the start of this European club season is vital, so where on the continent are the USMNT's hopefuls playing in 2022-23?
City sign left-back Gomez from Anderlecht
Manchester City have confirmed the signing of Sergio Gomez from Anderlecht.
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From Eredivisie to the Scottish Premiership, ESPN Africa is your home for watching action from four of Europe's top leagues this season.
Belgian Pro League Standings
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Union St.-Gilloise | 16 | 11 | 3 | 2 | +22 | 36 |
| Club Brugge | 16 | 10 | 2 | 4 | +8 | 32 |
| Anderlecht | 16 | 9 | 4 | 3 | +10 | 31 |
| Sint-Truidense | 16 | 9 | 3 | 4 | +5 | 30 |
| KV Mechelen | 16 | 6 | 6 | 4 | +2 | 24 |
| Racing Genk | 16 | 6 | 5 | 5 | +1 | 23 |
| KAA Gent | 16 | 6 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 22 |
| Standard Liege | 16 | 6 | 3 | 7 | -5 | 21 |
| Zulte-Waregem | 16 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 21 |
| Royal Charleroi SC | 16 | 5 | 4 | 7 | -3 | 19 |
| RAAL La Louvière | 17 | 4 | 6 | 7 | -5 | 18 |
| Antwerp | 16 | 4 | 5 | 7 | -3 | 17 |
| KVC Westerlo | 16 | 4 | 5 | 7 | -5 | 17 |
| Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 16 | 4 | 3 | 9 | -9 | 15 |
| Cercle Brugge KSV | 16 | 2 | 7 | 7 | -5 | 13 |
| Dender | 17 | 2 | 6 | 9 | -13 | 12 |
