Football/Soccer 24 Hours

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

Premier League Transfers and Team News

Arsenal are reportedly feeling increasingly confident about securing a transfer for Bruno Guimarães from Newcastle United following Eddie Howe's departure. Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto de Zerbi is keen to convince Djed Spence to remain at the club and has hinted at another significant transfer signing. Chelsea have completed the signing of Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace for £51 million, and are also reportedly close to signing Jordan Henderson, who has left Brentford as a free agent. Real Madrid are said to be confident of reaching an agreement for Manchester City's Rodri. Fulham have agreed a deal with Real Madrid for forward Gonzalo García, with midfielder César Palacios also nearing a move to the Premier League club. Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott remains uncertain about his long-term future at Anfield after a challenging loan spell at Aston Villa.

Managerial Changes and Club Futures

Newcastle United's Saudi owners are facing troubles as Eddie Howe has stepped down as manager, questioning if the team needed new energy after the final day defeat to Fulham. MOTD pundit Alan Shearer expressed concern about the club's future following Howe's departure. Matthias Jaissle, who has managed in Austria and Saudi Arabia, is being tipped as a potential replacement for Howe at Newcastle. Liverpool are undergoing changes under new boss Andoni Iraola, with CEO Billy Hogan discussing investment and the club's ongoing transition.

European Football Governance and Regulations

UEFA has announced it will boycott FIFA tournaments if president Gianni Infantino proceeds with plans to sell stakes in the World Cup. FIFA could potentially receive its first private World Cup funds by the end of October, prompting UEFA to call a meeting of its 55 member associations. New Football Association rules will see players found guilty of discrimination face a minimum 10-game ban. St Mirren manager Craig McLeish has been charged by the Scottish FA for comments made about referee Sean Murdoch.

Scottish Premiership and European Competitions

The new Scottish Premiership season is set to begin, with BBC Scotland highlighting key talking points. Rangers have completed the signing of South African centre-back Olwethu Makhanya from Philadelphia Union for approximately £3 million, marking a "dream come true" for the player. Steven Pressley has signed a new contract with Dundee but warned of difficult times ahead for the club. BBC Scotland is also previewing whether Hibs and Motherwell can progress in their European competitions.

Other Football News

The MLS All-Star Game saw Son Heung-min score twice to lead the MLS All-Stars to a 4-3 victory over LIGA MX. Lionel Messi has returned to Inter Miami following Argentina's World Cup final loss to Spain. Carlo Ancelotti confirmed he turned down an offer to coach Italy, remaining committed to leading Brazil. Roberto Mancini has apologized for his previous departure after being rehired to coach the Italian national team. La Liga side Rayo Vallecano has been barred from playing at their home stadium due to the risk of Legionnaires' disease.

Golf and Other Sports

LIV Golf's season finale in Michigan is scheduled to proceed as planned. Golfer Trey Mullinax has received a six-month ban for an anti-doping violation. In horse racing, Diamond Necklace extended its unbeaten record with a win in the Qatar Nassau Stakes at Goodwood. The AIG Women's Open is underway, with groupings and tee times for the second round announced.

Tennis and Boxing

Cameron Norrie has advanced to the quarter-finals of the Los Cabos Open after a straight-sets victory. Jack Draper has been granted a wild card for the National Bank Open in Montreal. Decorated British amateur boxer Kayla Allen has become the first female fighter to sign with Zuffa Boxing and will make her professional debut in London in September. Chris Eubank Jr.'s negotiations for a fight in Nigeria this December are reportedly progressing well.