Mulhouse vs Chalon-sur-Saône - National 3 - Group F

There is a notable edge to this National 3 - Group F fixture. When Mulhouse meet Chalon-sur-Saône at Stade de l'Ill on April 11, 2026, both will sense an opportunity to land a telling blow. Football throws up these lovely surprises that you are not expecting from time to time." For now, Bloomfield can enjoy the rare privilege of being able to say yes to his family without checking the fixture list first.

The two sides arrive with plenty to prove, and the National 3 - Group F contest at Stade de l'Ill offers a chance to lay down a marker. Mulhouse will be keen to seize the initiative and build some momentum on home soil. The visitors will back themselves to cause problems and will not make the trip expecting an easy afternoon. One position every Premier League club still needs to strengthen in before the transfer window closes.

The tactical subplot is compelling: Mulhouse favour a possession-based game built on patience and control, while Chalon-sur-Saône are happiest sitting deep and exploding forward on the counter — a classic contrast of philosophies. Everton are aware of interest from Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal, but there has been no formal approach or contact with them, and they have no appetite to sell the 26-year-old, who has three years on his deal.

The fixture is likely to be shaped by its key performers, with creative midfielders and clinical finishers on both sides capable of turning the game in an instant. How each side deals with the other's danger men — and who takes their chances when they come — will be central to the outcome. Marcus Rashford in action for Manchester United after his return to the club(Image: Grzegorz Wajda/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images) Napoli have made an enquiry over Manchester United forward Joshua Zirkzee this summer.

The fixture has the feel of a coin-flip, and picking a winner with any conviction would require a braver pundit than most. A share of the spoils looks the most probable outcome, with neither side holding a decisive edge — a 1-1 draw feels like a fitting result. With the standings tight and form on the line, this is a fixture neither side will want to lose. Joe Gomez is expected to miss the start of Liverpool's Premier League campaign through injury - but it is not likely to impact the Reds' transfer plans.