Football/Soccer 24 Hours

Last updated: August 3, 2026, 8:32 PM ET

USMNT and Coaching News

Mauricio Pochettino signed a new contract to continue as manager of the U.S. men's national team, U.S. Soccer announced Monday morning. Pochettino will remain the U.S. men's national team coach through the 2030 World Cup. The question remains what happens if a big club comes calling before then.

MLS and League Operations

MLS has opened an investigation into reported antisemitic and discriminatory language from fans directed at New England Revolution striker Dor Turgeman during their 2-2 draw against CF Montreal. Larry Berg part owner of LAFC, has been named the next commissioner of MLS and will take over for Don Garber on January 1, 2027.

Premier League and European Transfers

Atlético Madrid are admirers of Manchester City winger Jack Grealish. Tottenham are interested in signing Cody Gakpo from Liverpool this summer. Spurs also made an approach for Victor Osimhen. Manchester City are preparing a surprise move for Chelsea winger Pedro Neto. Arsenal's opening bid for Bruno Guimaraes has been rejected by Newcastle. Mikel Arteta Arsenal manager, refused to comment on his club's reported pursuit of Real Madrid winger Vinícius Júnior but indicated he expects more moves before the end of the summer transfer window. Arsenal, there is excitement about whether Vinicius Jr could sign this summer, but Christos Tzolis played on the left wing on Saturday. Xabi Alonso new Chelsea boss, stated that the "scar" he suffered from his short tenure at Real Madrid has healed, allowing him to focus on the new Premier League season. Chelsea have confirmed the signing of England midfielder Jordan Henderson. Como has agreed to a deal worth more than £30 million to sign Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah. Argentina international Valentín Barco has joined Chelsea from Strasbourg. Villa's highly-rated set-piece coach Austin Mac Phee has joined Chelsea's pre-season tour in Hong Kong. United opted for affordable options in the transfer market, while Chelsea, Man City, and Spurs all spent big. Premier League clubs have already spent more than £1 billion in the transfer window and are expected to become even busier. promoted Women's Super League club Crystal Palace have signed Tottenham defender Molly Bartrip for an undisclosed fee. Hansi Flick says Barcelona know "they have to do something" in the transfer market as they search for a replacement for Robert Lewandowski.

Scottish Premiership and European Competitions

Celtic made a winning start to their Scottish Premiership title defence with a 1-0 victory over Dundee at Celtic Park. Kieran Tierney had an impact in Celtic's win over Dundee in the Scottish Premiership. Celtic will play Austrian champions LASK in the Champions League play-off round, while other Scottish sides discover potential Europa League and Conference League opponents. Celtic will play Austrian champions LASK for a place in the league phase of the Champions League. Callum McGregor committed his future to Celtic, and Martin O'Neill has tipped him as a future Celtic manager.

Transfer Rumors and Gossip

Fenerbahce is reportedly preparing a substantial offer for Marcus Rashford. United's forward Marcus Rashford's future at the club remains uncertain. RB Leipzig is holding out against Real Madrid in the deal for Yan Diomande. Arsenal has opened talks for Bruno Guimaraes. Tottenham has made an approach for Victor Osimhen. Atletico Madrid is considering a move for Manchester City winger Jack Grealish. Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo has had positive talks with Spurs. Inter Miami has not expressed interest in signing Kevin De Bruyne, according to a club source. Inter Miami has also not expressed interest in signing Colombian national team midfielder Juan Fernando Quintero, club sources confirmed. Los Angeles Galaxy's general manager Will Kuntz stated that Casemiro told the club he "only wanted to play for them" amid investigations into his transfer to Inter Miami. Non-league Flixton FC has clarified that former Man Utd winger Jadon Sancho was not on trial with the club, despite being seen training there. Zion Suzuki is set for a switch to European champions Paris Saint-Germain, having been linked with a move to the Premier League. Newcastle United has signed goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from Braga in a deal worth £25.7 million.

Other Football News

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has gambled unsuccessfully on questionable ideas before, and his World Cup plans were described as ham-fisted and delusional from both a business and political perspective. UEFA has threatened legal action against FIFA over Gianni Infantino's World Cup sell-off plan. Real Madrid has praised UEFA for helping protect football "at a decisive moment" after FIFA abandoned plans to sell stakes in a World Cup company to private investors. Opponents of FIFA president Gianni Infantino are threatening "non co-operation" with the governing body unless he steps down, according to senior UEFA sources. Pressure is building on FIFA president Gianni Infantino, and questions are being raised about who might replace him if he departs. The EA FC video game franchise, formerly FIFA International Soccer, was an unexpected bestseller before becoming a cultural phenomenon. Wrexham ended their pre-season campaign with a 1-0 defeat to Sunderland in Philadelphia. Everton competed for European places before falling away last season, and BBC Sport examines whether David Moyes is the right man to turn them around. Wolves head coach Cesar Peixoto says his squad is looking to the future and is not scarred by the past few seasons of struggle.

Tennis and Other Sports

Rising Filipino star Alexandra Eala came from a set down against Jessica Pegula to claim the first WTA Tour singles title of her career at the DC Open. Jessica Pegula held a one-set lead over Alexandra Eala in a rain-affected DC Open final that saw play suspended until Monday. Serena and Venus Williams are set to play at the Cincinnati Open after being awarded a wild card for the women's doubles draw. Emma Raducanu will miss the US Open due to a stress fracture. USA cricketer Akhilesh Reddy has been banned from all cricket for eight years by the ICC after being found guilty of three counts of breaking anti-corruption rules. Short's superb unbeaten half-century guided Welsh Fire to a six-wicket victory over Southern Brave, taking them level on points at the top of The Hundred table. Graham starred as Welsh Fire upset Southern Brave in a last-ball thriller in Cardiff. Donald Trump taunted opponents after announcing he had won the Senior and Super Senior Men's Club Championship at his Bedminster golf course in New Jersey. Formula 1's summer break is upon us, the sport's 'silly season' of speculation around driver movement is officially underway.

Women's Football and Rugby