Football/Soccer 24 Hours

Last updated: July 9, 2026, 2:31 PM ET

World Cup Quarterfinals Underway, England Faces Norway

England defender Jarell Quansah has been handed a two-match ban for his red card in the World Cup round-of-16 victory over Mexico. The tournament continues with the quarterfinal matchups, including England's clash against Norway. Norway's Erling Haaland stated England should feel confident, but the pressure is on his side to advance insisting the pressure is firmly on. Meanwhile, the race for the World Cup Golden Boot is heating up, with Lionel Messi currently leading the scoring charts. Morocco is preparing to face France in a quarterfinal tie, with questions surrounding whether they can become a football powerhouse. FIFA chief refereeing officer Pierluigi Collina defended the integrity of World Cup referees, stating their decisions cannot be questioned. The tournament has seen a record-breaking number of late goals, comebacks, and upsets, prompting discussion about whether this is the best World Cup ever how this tournament will be remembered.

Transfer Market Buzz and Player Moves

Manchester United is reportedly close to signing former Leeds goalkeeper Karl Darlow on a free transfer close to signing. American forward Cole Campbell is moving from Borussia Dortmund to Bundesliga newcomer Elversberg. AC Milan attacker Christian Pulisic sustained a bone bruise and microfracture in his lower leg, sidelining him for several weeks will be sidelined. Crystal Palace has agreed to a free transfer for Celta Vigo defender Oscar Mingueza, pending international clearance sign defender. Arsenal has completed the signing of former Leeds United goalkeeper Illan Meslier on a free transfer seal the signing. Newcastle United has signed teenage midfielder Sean Steur from Ajax for a deal worth up to £23 million. Barcelona has made an offer for Borussia Dortmund's Karim Adeyemi made an offer. Real Madrid midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni has agreed to a new contract extending his stay until 2031. Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes has informed the club of his desire to join Arsenal. Brentford has signed former England striker Callum Wilson on a 12-month contract after his exit from West Ham. Celtic is reportedly set to sign Colombian forward Camilo Duran from Qarabag for a reported £5.5 million set to sign.

Club and League News

Manchester United has revealed the location for their proposed new 100,000-seater stadium. Oxford United is under a temporary transfer embargo from the English Football League. Scottish courts will gain increased authority to issue football banning orders as part of efforts to improve match safety. The inquest into the death of Sheffield United player Maddy Cusack has been adjourned again until December 7 has been adjourned. The former owners of Sheffield United are claiming they are owed over £35 million and have filed a winding-up petition against the current owners.

Tennis and Other Sports Updates

Karolina Muchova saved a match point to defeat Coco Gauff 6-2, 1-6, 7-6 (12-10) in an epic tie-break to reach the Wimbledon final to beat. In horse racing, Rebel's Romance was a popular winner of the Princess of Wales's Stakes at Newmarket. England's Nat Sciver-Brunt has called on her teammates to show resilience in their historic Test match against India at Lord's. Jack Draper is scheduled to make a quick return from injury at the DC Open in Washington after missing Wimbledon. Dame Sarah Storey has announced her retirement from competitive sport, concluding a career that saw her become Great Britain's most successful Paralympian. Rory McIlroy described his opening round 65 at the Genesis Scottish Open as a "complete performance".