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Last updated: July 22, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

World Cup Fallout and Player Movements

Following Spain's dramatic 1-0 victory over Argentina in the World Cup final, North American viewership for the match. Lionel Messi returned to Rosario to rest after the final, while teammate Emiliano Martínez. Enzo Fernández, stating the team played with "pride" and "humility" as FIFA investigates, and expressed that wearing the national shirt is the "greatest honour". Real Madrid emerged as the "winner" of the World Cup in terms of the number of goal scorers, while Barcelona's Ferran Torres for Spain.

The transfer market remains active post-World Cup, with Aston Villa reportedly for Chelsea winger Alejandro Garnacho. New signing João Gomes in a 5-0 preseason win. Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola, while also acknowledging the club has "obvious" areas to address in the transfer market. Chelsea have been busy, reportedly for Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa, and are also linked with free agent defender John Stones. Manchester United and Arsenal are reportedly, while both clubs, along with Chelsea, are also interested in Alex Scott, who has.

Club News and Managerial Moves

In Scotland, Hearts manager Wouter Vrancken with a 4-0 Champions League defeat to Sturm Graz. The independent review into crowd disorder at the Old Firm Scottish Cup quarter-final has been released, with authorities expected to respond. Newcastle United supporters will vote on a new crest as the club considers changing its badge for the first time since 1988.

The Portland Timbers have as their new head coach. Manchester City are ushering in a new era under manager Enzo Maresca following Pep Guardiola's departure. Wrexham's women's team is set to compete in Europe for the first time, facing FC Pyunik in the UWCL.

Other Sporting Headlines

In darts, Luke Littler en route to an 11-8 victory over Nathan Aspinall in the World Matchplay. The Hundred competition has begun, with MI London over Sun Risers Leeds, while Sun Risers Leeds Women also in their opener. Long-serving Premier League referee Anthony Taylor is retiring after 16 years. The 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco is slated to begin on July 26th.