Home of football statistics and historyFans have plenty to look forward during September, despite the unwanted intrusion of international football towards the end of the month.
Sports bettors have been in their element this summer, with the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico generating a global betting frenzy.
Glorified friendly competitions such as the UEFA Nations League will not garner the same interest, with fans more likely to favour the games on the WinSpirit Canada platform. WinSpirit Canada offers a range of gaming options and promotions, giving players another way to stay entertained between the more eagerly anticipated club fixtures and major football events.
Before they switch betting verticals, punters can enjoy wagering on some top-class club football across Europe. Here are five games worth watching in September.
Inter Milan vs Napoli – Serie A – September 5
Last season’s top two teams in Serie A will meet in early September for a fixture which could be a useful pointer to their respective title hopes this season.
Inter Milan started their Scudetto defence with a 4-1 home victory over Monza, while Napoli eased to a 2-0 win at Genoa.
Napoli took four points off Inter in their two meetings last season, but ultimately finished nine points behind them in the final standings.
Inter are the bookmakers’ favourites to retain the Serie A title and a victory over Napoli would strengthen their position at the head of the market.
Arsenal vs Chelsea – Premier League – September 6
Arsenal ended their 22-year wait to win the Premier League last season and made a strong start to the new campaign by comfortably defeating Coventry City.
After strengthening their squad during the summer transfer window, the Gunners will fancy their chances of mounting a successful title defence.
London rivals Chelsea will be eager to throw a spanner in the works when they visit the Emirates Stadium on September 6.
The Blues triumphed 3-2 at Fulham in their opening game and could cause Arsenal plenty of problems if they turn up in the same mood.
Rangers vs Celtic – Scottish League Cup – September 13
Fireworks are guaranteed when Rangers and Celtic go head-to-head in the Scottish League Cup quarter-finals on September 13.
Celtic are on a recovery mission in this competition after suffering an embarrassing 3-1 defeat against St Mirren in last season’s final.
They have made a strong start to the season in Scotland, but their exit from the Champions League qualifiers highlighted their deficiencies.
Rangers have also been hit and miss during the early part of the campaign, so both teams will have a point to prove when they meet at Ibrox.
Manchester United vs Manchester City – Premier League – September 13
The eyes of the sporting world will be on Old Trafford later the same day as Manchester United and Manchester City meet in the Premier League.
The Red Devils were handed a wake-up call in their season opener at Hull City and need to improve if they are to improve on last season’s third-place finish.
City have embarked on a new era after Pep Guardiola stepped down as manager. Enzo Maresca needs to prove he is a worthy replacement.
The two sides split their league meetings last term and it will be intriguing to see who comes out on top this time around.
Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid – La Liga – September 20
Attention will switch to Madrid the following weekend as two of the three big guns in La Liga meet at the Metropolitano Stadium.
Atletico Madrid are the only team who have consistently challenged Real Madrid and Barcelona in the Spanish top flight in recent years.
Los Rojiblancos will be desperate to lay down an early marker on September 20, but that will be easier said than done.
Visiting manager Jose Mourinho will be keen to get one over old rival Diego Simeone. Their touchline antics should be entertaining.
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