Football/Soccer 24 Hours

Last updated: August 13, 2026, 12:22 PM ET

Transfer Market

The summer window is reaching fever pitch. Chelsea deadline Enzo has set a Friday 5pm deadline for Manchester City to meet their £120m valuation of Enzo Fernández, while Chelsea set deadline reports the same ultimatum. Chelsea stars for sale are being listed as attention turns to outgoings. Zubimendi target is lined up as a replacement. In Spain, Romero to Atletico has been agreed for €40m, and Atletico Romero deal is confirmed. Rodri future remains uncertain as Rodri rejected Barca saw City reject a £55m bid. replace Rodri options are explored. Galatasaray bid Martinelli submitted a €45m bid for Gabriel Martinelli, and Martinelli gossip confirms the approach. Arsenal Konsa talks are ongoing. Lukaku to Fenerbahce has joined the Turkish side, and Lukaku Fenerbahce confirms the €6m fee. Unal to Getafe returned on a free. Mika Baur signed for Celtic, and Baur's four-year deal adds an option for a further year. Hassan Celtic also joined from Real Oviedo. Rulli to City has been signed as Donnarumma's understudy. Chavarría Chelsea became Chelsea's ninth new recruit. Doku extension was signed at City. Simeone talks with Álvarez took place. Lozano to Galaxy moved to LA. Shea Charles has Dallas's backing at Fulham. Hull signings include Mendy and Herrington. Celtic target Emenalo is linked on loan. transfer grades Chavarría rates the Chelsea deal a B. O'Hara on Rashford wants the forward at Tottenham.

Club News

Boardrooms are making headlines. West Ham boardroom battle continues as the club starts life in the Championship. West Ham bounce back hopes are analysed. Leicester City for sale has been put on the market for more than £200m. Super League investment received an offer from the NRL. Clásico kit clash sees new third kits released. gambling ban changes Premier League shirt sponsors. EFL 3pm TV explains the lifted blackout. Premier League quiz challenges fans. Good Morning Transfers show is free to stream. Scottish podcast covers European action. Rooney co-host will co-host a new Manchester United show. Fernandes attention is the centre of speculation at Old Trafford.

International Football

Gianni Infantino's position remains a talking point. Arab federations expressed "full support" for the FIFA president. FAI withdraws support while the IFA backs Uefa. Netherlands hire Xavi as national team coach through 2030. Mourinho Real Madrid returns for a second spell. 2030 World Cup sees South America lukewarm about its limited role. In the Wafcon, Bihina saves Cameroon sent her side past Morocco. Chawinga sisters fired Malawi into the final. Chicago Stars fired coach Martin Sjögren. Tielemans Balogun credited FIFA's red-card reversal. Tielemans apology was issued to Aston Villa fans. England defenders moving highlights the transfer market impact. European leagues start previews key storylines.

Refereeing

Premier League officiating is in the spotlight. Anthony Taylor has stepped away after 20 years, explaining his reasons. Taylor critical referees says toxic debate around officials contributed to his decision. Omar Artan made history at the UEFA Super Cup after being barred from the U.S.

Pre-Season & Upcoming Season

The countdown to the new campaign continues. Community Shield preview examines history. how to watch new season provides viewing details. Málaga friendly ended in chaos as Fulham walked off. Fulham leave pitch reports the same incident. PSG Super Cup win saw them beat Aston Villa. PSG beat Villa details Doué's winner. Brian Madjo shone in defeat. Madjo eight-month wait ended with a debut goal. Arsenal vs Como saw Guimarães debut. Guimaraes live stream was available. Real Madrid friendly beat Deportivo 1-0. Everton friendly win beat Newcastle 3-1. Rashford absent from Man United's shootout win over Leeds. Mazraoui penalty scored the decisive spot-kick. solar eclipse match will see Barcelona play during an eclipse. solar eclipse sports noted fans at Edgbaston. Messi after father's death played for Inter Miami. Messi on bench was on the bench. Messi tribute paid on Instagram. Messi iconic moments looked back as retirement looms. Arteta on Lewis-Skelly welcomed speculation. Arteta wants more seeks further signings. Sunderland defy doubters previews their European campaign.

Other Sports

Across other sports, Vikings QB Murray has been named starting quarterback. In boxing, Craig Richards fight is set for the Fisher bill, and Damar Thomas seeks his own legacy. In cricket, Hundred awards were given by Broad and Hussain, Hundred Eliminators are scheduled, MI London Hundred title defence ended, Birmingham Phoenix won the wooden spoon battle, England Root team must become Root's team, and Australia cricket was humbled by Bangladesh. In tennis, Jodar tennis lost to Nakashima. In F1, Antonelli F1 could become a surprise champion. In golf, LIV Golf cancelled reports say tickets pulled, and McIlroy FedExCup returns. Horse racing: Sky Sports Racing features Windsor and Lingfield.