Football/Soccer 24 Hours

Last updated: August 4, 2026, 11:31 AM ET

USMNT and Managerial Moves

Mauricio Pochettino signed a new contract to continue as manager of the U.S. men's national team, U.S. Soccer announced Monday morning. With four years to plan for another World Cup, the demands on Pochettino will be entirely different than what he has encountered so far. Pochettino will U.S. men's national team coach through the 2030 World Cup, but what happens if a big club comes calling before then?

European Transfers and Signings

Real Madrid set to meet with Vinícius Júnior's representatives this week to resume contract renewal talks, sources have told ESPN. Bernardo Silva he "didn't think twice" about joining Real Madrid after completing his first training session with the club on Monday. Chelsea goalkeeper Jorgensen is set to seal a season-long loan to Strasbourg, part of the same ownership group as the London club. Gio Reyna completed a move to Strasbourg from Borussia Mönchengladbach. Ajax have completed the signing of Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen on a season-long loan, the two clubs have confirmed. Como agree a deal worth more than £30m to sign Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah. Mykhailo Mudryk return to action following 20 months on the sidelines on Wednesday after being named in Chelsea's squad to play Juventus in a friendly in Hong Kong. United defender Gabby George is closing in on a move to Brighton before the start of the Women's Super League season. promoted Women's Super League club Crystal Palace have signed Tottenham defender Molly Bartrip for an undisclosed fee. Queens Park sign Finland midfielder Glen Kamara from Rennes on a season-long loan. Coventry City the permanent signing of 25-year-old goalkeeper Carl Rushworth from Brighton and Hove Albion. Arsenal open talks with Newcastle United to sign captain Bruno Guimaraes. It is easy to understand Arsenal's interest in Bruno Guimaraes. Fenerbahce prepared to break the bank for Marcus Rashford. Fenerbahce ready to make an ambitious move to sign Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford. Marcus Rashford's at Manchester United remains up in the air. top stories and transfer rumours from Tuesday's newspapers suggest a Turkish side is eyeing a shock move for Rashford. City's Mateo Kovacic says the club "count on me" despite the midfielder being linked with a move away this summer. Atlético Madrid admirers of Manchester City winger Jack Grealish. Bay FC agreed to a deal to sign United States winger Jenna Nighswonger from Arsenal in a move worth around $200,000, multiple sources confirmed to ESPN. Xabi Alonso the "scar" he suffered from his short tenure at Real Madrid has healed, allowing him to fully focus on taking Chelsea into the new Premier League season. Hansi Flick Barcelona know "they have to do something" in the transfer market as they continue to search for a replacement for Robert Lewandowski. Bosnia Herzegovina captain Edin Dzeko, signs a one-year contract extension at newly promoted Bundesliga side Schalke. Rangers agree a deal for Hannover winger Daisuke Yokota, while Celtic knock back an enquiry for star defender Kieran Tierney. Rangers' £8m for Serie A winger rejected as Yokota nears Ibrox move.

Premier League and Scottish Premiership News

2026-27 Premier League season has not yet kicked off, but it has already made history for its managerial changes. Four days matches, 18 goals, and one opening weekend full of unmissable drama marked the start of the Scottish Premiership season. Celtic made a winning start to their Scottish Premiership title defence with a 1-0 victory over battling Dundee at Celtic Park. BBC Scotland at the impact of Kieran Tierney in Celtic's win over Dundee in the Scottish Premiership. brings you extended highlights of Celtic against Dundee. Kenny Macintyre English, Scott Brown and Rory Loy review Celtic 1-0 Dundee. Celtic win are they ready for Europe? Premier League returns later this month and we have picked out 20 prospects - one from each club - who will be looking to make their mark and enjoy a breakthrough season. United opted for affordable options, while Chelsea, Man City and Spurs all spent big. Arsenal have rolled out their new third kit for the 2026-27 season, but we would forgive you for thinking that you have seen it before. It's still a few weeks before the new Premier League season begins, but plenty of top clubs have already released some of their 2026-27 kits.

Other Football News

Head coach leaves Cape Verde after reaching the last 32 at the World Cup to join Moroccan club RS Berkane. Retired referee Taylor is appointed as director of elite refereeing for the Turkish Football Federation. FIFA's chief of global football development Arsene Wenger says the decision to scrap the plan to have private investment in FIFA competitions was "absolutely necessary". FIFA president Infantino has gambled unsuccessfully on questionable ideas before, but his World Cup plans were ham-fisted and delusional from both a business and political perspective. MLS opened an investigation over "reported antisemitic and discriminatory language" from fans directed at New England Revolution striker Dor Turgeman during their Saturday 2-2 draw against CF Montreal. Larry Berg part owner of LAFC, was named the next commissioner of MLS and will take over for Don Garber on Jan. 1, 2027. Neymar has not ruled out retiring from football once his contract with Santos expires at the end of the year. Inter Miami not expressed interest in signing Kevin De Bruyne, a club source confirmed to ESPN. Inter Miami not expressed interest in signing Colombian national team midfielder Juan Fernando Quintero, club sources confirmed to ESPN. ended their pre-season campaign with a 1-0 defeat to Sunderland in Philadelphia. Thousands gather on the streets of Milan for the funeral of legendary former AC Milan and Italy defender Franco Baresi. Long before the EAFC video game franchise nestled itself at the epicenter of soccer culture, FIFA International Soccer was an unexpected bestseller. Get live updates on your lock screen with the BBC.

Rugby and Tennis Updates

South African Zealand, Australian and Argentina Rugby (SANZAAR) and Sky Sports have agreed a deal for international rugby rights from 2026-2030, extending an over-three-decade-long partnership. The qualifying process to make Luke Donald's 2027 European Ryder Cup team will start at the British Masters later this month. Dame Laura has called upon Charley Hull to "step up and lead" Team Europe at the Solheim Cup in September. Rising Filipino 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. Serena Venus Williams are set to play at the Cincinnati Open after being awarded a wild card for the women's doubles draw. Raducanu's stress fracture will force her to miss the US Open.

Other Sports News

Moses Itauma fight for the vacant IBF world heavyweight title when he faces Filip Hrgovic in London on August 29. All you to know ahead of Saturday's middleweight showdown between Aaron McKenna and Etinosa Oliha in Dublin, live on Sky Sports. A superb unbeaten half-century from Matt Short guided Welsh Fire to a six-wicket victory over Southern Brave that takes them level on points at the top The Hundred table. Welsh Fire the form table on its head to defeat The Hundred table-toppers Southern Brave in a last-ball thriller in Cardiff. Formula 1 Stefano Domenicali has confirmed contingency plans are in place for the 2027 F1 calendar if the conflict in the Middle East continues next year. Tuesday's action from Ffos Las and Lingfield, with seven races from each live on Sky Sports Racing.

Club and Player News

West Ham Daniel Kretinsky sells a small stake in the club in a move that could end Amanda Staveley's hopes of investment. Ham's co-owner is advised to stay away from home matches amid fears of fan unrest following sexual misconduct claims. United midfielder Ella Toone says she will always be "grateful" to former manager Marc Skinner after he helped her through the death of her father. Southampton midfielder Downes says he and his team-mates have a "chip on their shoulder" he believes can help them win the Championship. Mjallby striker Bergstrom, a former sandwich maker who cycles to games, hopes to upset Yaya Toure's new club in the Champions League. Ben Stokes said he would "absolutely" love to coach England one day, as he also suggested Brendon McCullum would still be in charge of the Test team had he not announced his own international retirement. Liverpool's time in the U.S. showed that coach Iraola & Co. still have a lot of work to do ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.

Controversies and Investigations

Riders at the Tour de France Femmes will be subject to extra clothing checks before Tuesday’s stage following claims that some could be using extra padding in their bras to seek an aerodynamic advantage. Washington's loss to San Diego saw the Spirit surrender the No. 1 spot on ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings, with Utah laying claim to best in the league.