Overview
- Matchday 1 launched at London’s Copper Box Arena with every Monday fixture live on Sky Sports and select YouTube watchalongs confirmed.
- CEO Felix Starck said Gary Lineker stepped away after not ‘falling in love’ with the project, citing the time commitment and a busy schedule.
- Micah Richards now co-manages Deportrio with Daniel Sturridge, while Alan Shearer teamed up with Ian Wright at Wembley Rangers, who won their opener 3–2.
- KSI underscored the show’s theatrical edge by wheeling Niko Omilana off in a coffin after a pre-game wager following NDL FC’s defeat.
- Season 2 features 12 six-a-side teams, 30-minute matches and 11 matchdays through January 5, with a Final Four playoff to follow.