Football/Soccer 24 Hours

Last updated: August 5, 2026, 2:31 AM ET

FIFA and International Soccer

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has summoned senior leaders to a meeting on Wednesday after facing more criticism of his scrapped plan to sell off FIFA's commercial and event operations. Two senior executives, coaching great Arsène Wenger and CEO-like secretary general Mattias Grafström, distanced themselves Tuesday from their boss Gianni Infantino's failed plan to sell stakes. FIFA has been accused of blackmailing Jordan over World Cup money in return for their support for Gianni Infantino to stay on as president. Under-pressure FIFA president Gianni Infantino will hold a crisis meeting with senior staff in Morocco on Wednesday. Gianni Infantino gambled unsuccessfully on questionable ideas before, but his World Cup plans were ham-fisted and delusional from both a business and political perspective.

Larry Berg will succeed Don Garber as new MLS commissioner beginning next year. Mauricio Pochettino will remain U.S. men's national team coach through the 2030 World Cup. The United States men's national team returns to action for the first time since the 2026 World Cup during the September/October FIFA international window, hosting Peru, Chile, Canada and Mexico. Inter Miami head coach Guillermo Hoyos said Luis Suárez cannot be replaced as the team prepares to navigate the Leagues Cup without the forward due to his lengthy suspension. Inter Miami has not expressed interest in signing Kevin De Bruyne, a club source confirmed to ESPN. 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.

Premier League and English Clubs

Marcus Rashford is expected to return to Manchester United training in the coming days as debate continues over whether that is a good thing or not. Fenerbahce prepared to break the bank for Marcus Rashford, RB Leipzig hold out on Real Madrid over Yan Diomande deal, Arsenal open talks for Bruno Guimaraes. Manchester United are set to appoint former Hearts boss Eva Olid as their women's manager to replace Marc Skinner. United defender Gabby George is closing in on a move to Brighton before the start of the Women's Super League season. United admit making mistakes in the execution of their ticket touting investigation but insist the reasons for it are valid.

Liverpool prepared to make Bradley Barcola their third £100m signing, BBC Sport looks at what the France and Paris St-Germain winger would bring to Anfield. Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai says he has "cleared" the situation with team-mates Curtis Jones and Kostas Tsimikas after they seemingly argued over the captain's armband. Liverpool short in a number of positions just three weeks out from their Premier League opener and seemingly no closer to bringing in any further additions this summer. 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.

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. Arsenal open direct talks with Newcastle United to sign captain Bruno Guimaraes. It is easy to understand Arsenal's interest in Bruno Guimaraes.

Crystal Palace are in advanced talks to sign Real Salt Lake's 19-year-old wing-back Zavier Gozo, a source confirmed to ESPN. promoted Ipswich Town complete the signing of Portuguese midfielder Florentino Luis from Burnley for an undisclosed fee. Nottingham Forest eye Tijjani Reijnders, Spurs want Savinho and Nicolas Jackson, Real Madrid resume Vinicius Jr contract talks, plus more. Chelsea goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen is set to seal a season-long loan to Strasbourg, part of the same ownership group as the London club. Mykhailo Mudryk could 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.

Premier League season has not yet kicked off, but it has already made history for its managerial changes. Our Ask Me Anything Team explain SCR, PSR and adjusted revenue. West Ham co-chair Daniel Kretinsky sells a small stake in the club in a move that could end Amanda Staveley's hopes of investment. Boreham Wood rejected a £1m bid for one of their forwards.

European Soccer

Mohamed Salah is in talks to sign for Trabzonspor following his exit from Liverpool, the Turkish club announced Tuesday. Ajax have completed the signing of Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen on a season-long loan, the two clubs have confirmed. Barcelona are reportedly looking to sign Manchester City's Rodri ahead of Real Madrid. Real Madrid are set to meet with Vinícius Júnior's representatives this week to resume contract renewal talks, sources have told ESPN. Bernardo Silva said he "didn't think twice" about joining Real Madrid after completing his first training session with the club on Monday.

Heart of Midlothian and Rangers start their new season in the Champions League qualifying group stage on Wednesday, but how are they are prepared?. Rangers reportedly agree a deal for Hannover winger Daisuke Yokota, while they and Celtic are said to be bidding for Fares Ghedjemis. Celtic win but are they ready for Europe?. Rangers, Hearts Hibernian and Motherwell in action on Thursday, BBC Scotland has been attempting to analyse the chances of the nation's European hopefuls. Meet Mjallby striker Jacob Bergstrom, a former sandwich maker who cycles to games and hopes to upset Yaya Toure's new club in the Champions League.

United States midfielder Gio Reyna has completed a move to Strasbourg from Borussia Mönchengladbach. Kerolin only joined the Women's Super League from the NWSL 18 months ago. Sacha Lewis sister of England international Rico, signs her first professional contract with Women's Super League side Manchester City.

Other Football News

Cape Verde coach Bubista leaves Cape Verde after reaching the last 32 at the World Cup while Ivory Coast reappoint two-time Afcon winner Herve Renard. Although he spent most of his career with smaller clubs in lower divisions -- most recently Chaves in Portugal's second tier -- Vozinha always believed he belonged on a bigger stage.

Retired referee Anthony Taylor is appointed as director of elite refereeing for the Turkish Football Federation. Neymar has not ruled out retiring from football once his contract with Santos expires at the end of the year.

Other Sports

The Atlanta Falcons have agreed to a three-year contract extension with Bijan Robinson that will make him the highest-paid running back in NFL history.