The Daily · Monday, 7 September 2026
Red Star's Mladic Tifo and Monaco's Perfect Start Define a Sombre Monday
The most uncomfortable image of the weekend lingered into Monday, as attention turned to the tifo displayed by Red Star Belgrade supporters depicting convicted war criminal Ratko Mladic before their derby win over Partizan. It was a reminder that football's ugliest currents do not stay on the fringes, and the incident drew widespread condemnation.
On the pitch, Monaco's 2-1 win over PSG at the Parc des Princes was the weekend's outstanding result, keeping them top of Ligue 1 with a perfect record. The victory arrived against a complicated backdrop, however — Folarin Balogun remaining at the club after a deadline-day move to Everton fell through made it a result laced with financial and sporting tension. At Goodison, meanwhile, Jack Grealish's loan return sparked life into Everton against Manchester United, while in Scotland, Hearts stretched their unbeaten run to eight with Sabah Kerjota's 96th-minute winner against Dundee. Hampshire Police, for their part, announced an investigation into a fan-player altercation involving Cardiff's Krystian Bielik at Fratton Park — a quieter weekend footnote that carried its own serious weight.
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Red Star Fans Display Ratko Mladic Tifo Before Derby Win Over Partizan
Red Star Belgrade supporters unveiled a tifo depicting convicted war criminal Ratko Mladic ahead of their derby victory over Partizan Belgrade on Sunday. The display drew attention before a match Red Star went on to win.
Grealish Returns on Loan to Lift Everton Against Manchester United
Jack Grealish made his return to Everton on loan, coming off the bench with 25 minutes remaining against Manchester United and immediately injecting energy into the hosts' attack. The attacking midfielder created dangerous situations within seconds of his arrival, giving Everton supporters reason to cheer after a largely muted performance in the final third.
Police Investigate Bielik and Fan Incident After Portsmouth's 2-0 Win
Hampshire Police are investigating an incident between Cardiff's Krystian Bielik and a Portsmouth supporter during Saturday's Championship match at Fratton Park. Portsmouth won the game 2-0. The investigation concerns an altercation between the Cardiff midfielder and a home fan.
Liverpool Search for New Sporting Director to Succeed Richard Hughes
Liverpool are looking for a new sporting director following Richard Hughes's departure, with several candidates under consideration. The incoming appointment will face a significant workload as the club navigates its next phase of planning and recruitment.
Rangers and Celtic Hit by Injury Blows as Managers Face Pressure
Rangers have suffered a blow with Lawrence Shankland injured, while Celtic are set to lose Yang to international duty. Three managers are already under pressure, adding to a turbulent period for Scottish football's leading clubs.