https://footballedgeuk.co.ukThe public record of an honest football model. News digest, wins and losses alike. 18+, most people who bet lose money.en-gbWed, 16 Sep 2026 08:05:16 +0100https://footballedgeuk.co.uk/news/6f2906fc5504Wed, 16 Sep 2026 06:46:28 +0100BBC Sport reports that Manchester United average 1.5 points per game under Michael Carrick when holding more than 50% possession, compared with 2.6 points per game when they have less than half the ball. United next play Fulham away on 20 September.https://footballedgeuk.co.uk/news/a19a3173a043Wed, 16 Sep 2026 06:41:00 +0100BBC Sport reports that Wales manager Craig Bellamy turned down the chance to manage Burnley after a sleepless night, raising questions about how the decision has affected his standing with Wales supporters. Burnley face Derby at home on 19 September.https://footballedgeuk.co.uk/news/749782f6de51Wed, 16 Sep 2026 02:24:41 +0100ESPN reports that Chicago Fire have continued to slide in its MLS Power Rankings after going more than three weeks without a win, while Nashville SC has moved to the top spot. Chicago travel to face Nashville on 20 September.https://footballedgeuk.co.uk/news/5f3362c91864Wed, 16 Sep 2026 02:01:21 +0100ESPN reports that Barcelona have re-signed Egypt striker Hamza Abdelkarim, who has been nicknamed the "Haaland of the Nile", on a new contract. Barcelona host Racing Santander in La Liga on 16 September.https://footballedgeuk.co.uk/news/b51a2ffc2557Wed, 16 Sep 2026 02:01:21 +0100ESPN reports that José Mourinho said Real Madrid "risked everything" by going all-out attack in a 3-2 LaLiga win at Elche, with substitute Carlos Espí scoring a 91st-minute winner. Real Madrid travel to Atlético Madrid on 20 September; Elche visit Espanyol on 18 September.