Football/Soccer 24 Hours

Last updated: August 4, 2026, 2:31 AM ET

European Football Transfers and Club News

Arsenal have unveiled their new third kit for the 2026-27 season, featuring a design reminiscent of a previous iteration. Tottenham have reportedly made an approach for striker Victor Osimhen. Spurs are also interested in signing Cody Gakpo from Liverpool this summer. Inter Milan has not expressed interest in signing Kevin De Bruyne, according to a club source. Inter Miami has also not pursued Juan Fernando Quintero, as confirmed by club sources. Atlético Madrid is reportedly considering a move for Manchester City winger Jack Grealish. Liverpool forward Gakpo has had positive discussions with Tottenham. Chelsea have confirmed the signing of England midfielder Jordan Henderson. Xabi Alonso stated that the "scar" from his brief tenure at Real Madrid has healed, allowing him to focus on Chelsea's upcoming Premier League season. Como has agreed to a deal worth over £30 million to sign Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah. Newcastle United rejected an initial bid from Arsenal for Bruno Guimaraes. Arsenal have opened talks for Bruno Guimaraes, according to reports. Hansi Flick believes Barcelona must address their need for a striker in the transfer market, especially in their search for a Robert Lewandowski replacement. Former Manchester striker Edin Dzeko, aged, has signed a one-year contract extension with newly promoted Bundesliga side Schalke. Paris Saint-Germain is reportedly set to sign Japanese goalkeeper Zion Suzuki, who has also been linked with Premier League clubs.

Premier League and Domestic Football

Mauricio Pochettino will continue as the U.S. men's national team coach through the 2030 World Cup, with U.S. Soccer announcing his new contract. With a month remaining until the Women's Super League season begins, Manchester United currently lacks a manager and possesses a thin squad. Marc Skinner departed as Manchester United's head coach on Monday morning, just one month before their opening Women's Super League fixture. promoted Women's Super League club Crystal Palace has signed Tottenham defender Molly Bartrip for an undisclosed fee. Wrexham concluded their pre-season campaign with a 1-0 loss to Sunderland in Philadelphia. Flixton FC clarified that former Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho was not on trial with the club, despite being seen training with them. London Stadium has advised West Ham's co-owner to refrain from attending home matches amid fears of fan unrest, following sexual misconduct allegations. Wolves head coach Cesar Peixoto stated that his squad is focused on the future and not burdened by the struggles of previous seasons. David Moyes' attempt to reignite Everton is being examined, as the team fell from competing for European places to poor form last season.

Scottish Football and European Competitions

Celtic began their Scottish Premiership title defense with a 1-0 victory over Dundee at Celtic Park. Celtic will play Austrian champions LASK in the Champions League play-off round, while other Scottish clubs have learned their potential Europa League and Conference League opponents. in Celtic's win against Dundee in the Scottish Premiership has been highlighted. provided extended highlights of the Celtic versus Dundee match. Kenny Macintyre Tom English, Scott Brown, and Rory Loy reviewed Celtic's 1-0 victory over Dundee. Callum McGregor committed his future to Celtic, with Martin O'Neill tipping him as a future manager for the club.

MLS and North American Soccer

MLS has launched an investigation into alleged antisemitic and discriminatory language directed at New England Revolution striker Dor Turgeman during their 2-2 draw with CF Montreal. Larry Berg part-owner of LAFC, has been appointed as the next commissioner of MLS and will succeed Don Garber on January 1, 2027. Los Angeles Galaxy's general manager, Will Kuntz, stated that Casemiro told the club he "only wanted to play for them," amidst investigations into his transfer to Inter Miami. Washington's loss to San Diego resulted in the Spirit relinquishing their No. 1 position in ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings, with Utah now holding the top spot.

International Football and Governance

Key figures have discussed the summer of 2016, a decade ago, and how it permanently changed Welsh football. FIFA president Infantino's plans to sell off the World Cup have been described as a gamble on questionable ideas that were poorly conceived from both business and political standpoints. UEFA has threatened legal action against FIFA concerning Gianni Infantino's World Cup sell-off plan. There is mounting pressure on FIFA president Gianni Infantino, with opponents threatening "non-cooperation" with the governing body unless he resigns, according to senior UEFA sources. The question of who might replace Gianni Infantino as FIFA president is being raised amidst the pressure he faces.

Other Sports News

Formula 1 president Stefano Domenicali has confirmed that contingency plans are in place for the 2027 F1 calendar should the conflict in the Middle East persist into next year. Tuesday's racing action will feature seven races each from Ffos Las and Lingfield, broadcast live on Sky Sports Racing. A superb unbeaten half-century from Matt Short guided Welsh Fire to a six-wicket victory over Southern Brave, bringing them level on points at the top of The Hundred table. Welsh Fire secured a victory over Southern Brave in a thrilling last-ball encounter in Cardiff. Rising Filipino star Alexandra Eala defeated Jessica Pegula in the DC Open to claim her first WTA Tour singles title after coming from a set down. Serena Venus Williams are scheduled to compete at the Cincinnati Open after receiving a wild card for the women's doubles draw. Emma Raducanu will miss the US Open due to a stress fracture. Donald Trump stated he had won the Senior and Super Senior Men's Club Championship at his golf course in New Jersey, taunting his opponents. USA cricketer Bodugum Akhilesh Reddy has received an eight-year ban from all cricket after being found guilty of three breaches of anti-corruption rules by an ICC tribunal. Leona Maguire has been named among Team Europe's captain's picks for the upcoming Solheim Cup, with Anna Nordqvist adding three rookies to her lineup. Sione Fukofuka departed from her role as Scotland Women's head coach due to personal reasons after eight months in charge.