George Bell has joined Essex permanently after scoring three half-centuries during his loan spell. The wicketkeeper-batter has signed a two-year contract.
Aston Villa maintained their perfect Champions League start with a 3–1 home victory over Viking. Ross Barkley and Emiliano Buendía scored before an own goal secured the hosts' third league-phase win.
Declan Rice struck in the 82nd minute to secure Arsenal a 2-2 draw at Bayern Munich after Harry Kane's penalty had put the hosts ahead.
Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes remembered Allen Bailey after the former Chiefs defensive end died at 37. Bailey spent eight of his 10 NFL seasons in Kansas City.
Nico Paz scored twice and set up another goal as Como defeated Manchester United 4-1. Douvikas and Ramón also scored in the Champions League league-phase match.
Bruno Fernandes questioned Manchester United's pressing approach after their loss at Como. Michael Carrick apologised to travelling supporters.
