Espanyol's ownership shifts as Velocity Sport Limited (VSL), led by Alan Pace of Burnley fame, takes majority control. This move sparks fresh hope for Los Pericos after a turbulent nine years under Chen Yansheng, aiming to unlock the club's vast untapped potential.
Southampton secured a 2-1 comeback win over Eastleigh in their pre-season opener. Despite an unconvincing first half, Will Still's Saints, fielding two different XIs, found their rhythm in the second, showing promise for the season ahead.
