Football/Soccer 24 Hours

Last updated: July 10, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

International Football & Transfers

Burnley have appointed Nicky Hayen as their new head coach, signing him to a three-year deal appointed Hayen. In other managerial news, Jorge Jesus has been named Portugal's new head coach on a four-year contract that will run through the 2030 World Cup. Aberdeen has sold midfielder Topi Keskinen to Odense for an undisclosed fee, which manager Stephen Robinson described as "a very good offer" sold Keskinen. Manchester City have strengthened their squad by signing England international Niamh Charles from Women's Super League rivals Chelsea for £500,000 signed Charles. Arsenal have also been active, securing the services of Spain international Ona Batlle on a free transfer following her departure from Barcelona signed Batlle. West Ham United has signed forward Ebony Salmon on a two-year deal after her exit from Aston Villa signed Salmon.

Club and Player Developments

Manchester City is trialing an initiative next season to offer Premier League matchday tickets priced at £10 for local residents offering tickets. Rico Lewis of Manchester City discussed his faith and his charity work aimed at tackling homelessness. West Bromwich Albion striker Aune Heggebo finds inspiration from watching Erling Haaland and his former teammate Torbjorn Heggem's performances for Norway. Real Madrid coach José Mourinho stated he is "on a mission" after completing his first day planning for the 2026-27 season said he is. In a significant behind-the-scenes development, Liverpool are facing upheaval with the departure of Michael Edwards, the chief executive officer of football for owners Fenway Sports Group departure of Edwards. St Mirren manager Craig McLeish identified Marcus Fraser as the clear choice for new captain due to his ability to "set standards" at the club.

World Cup and International Competition

Argentina's football association is investigating a potential cyber attack after emails reportedly criticizing refereeing in their dramatic World Cup win against Egypt surfaced may have suffered. England's Sophie Ecclestone became the nation's leading wicket-taker across all formats, dismissing India for 285 on the opening day of a historic women's Test at Lord's. Harry Brook has propelled England to the brink of becoming the world's No. 1 T20 side, with one final step remaining to reach the summit led England. France has reached the World Cup semi-finals, with Kylian Mbappé's performances suggesting this could be one of their greatest teams ever reached semi-finals. Marc Guéhi is a serious doubt for England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway due to a hamstring strain sustained in the win over Mexico is a doubt. Norway striker Erling Haaland has expressed that his team's World Cup chances remain "really low" and that the pressure is on England ahead of their quarterfinal match said chances are. Christian Pulisic has been confirmed by the United States to have fractured his leg during their World Cup defeat by Belgium.

Tennis and Golf

Britain's Arthur Fery's Wimbledon run concluded in the semi-finals after losing in straight sets to Germany's Alexander Zverev. Lottie Woad of England holds the halfway lead at the Amundi Evian Championship, seeking her first major victory after shooting a seven-under-par 64 claimed the lead. Charley Hull is two shots behind the leader at the Amundi Evian Championship following an encouraging second round trimmed the lead. Scottie Scheffler is poised to miss the cut at the Genesis Scottish Open, ending a streak of 78 consecutive tournaments where the world No. 1 made it to the weekend. Rory McIlroy is part of a five-way tie for the lead after the opening round of the Genesis Scottish Open, with Scottie Scheffler also in contention is part of.

Horse Racing and Other Sports

Blue Bolt maintained its unbeaten record this season by winning the Tattersalls Sceptre Sessions Falmouth Stakes at Newmarket following its Royal Ascot triumph remained unbeaten. Hollie Doyle has highlighted the major races across four fixtures on Saturday, including the Group Two Summer Mile at Ascot, which is live on Sky Sports Racing spotlights the races. Chris Billam-Smith is determined to fight again before the year ends, regardless of whether Jai Opetaia is ready. The Principality Stadium in Cardiff has expressed its willingness to host the Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury super-fight, with a main event start time as late as 2am posing no issue would be delighted.