Football/Soccer 3 Days

Last updated: July 9, 2026, 2:31 PM ET

World Cup Quarterfinals Underway, England Advances

England defender Jarell Quansah will miss two matches after receiving a red card in the World Cup round-of-16 victory over Mexico. The Three Lions did manage to defeat Mexico, with the win described as their best on foreign soil. Meanwhile, the World Cup quarter-finals are set to begin, with eight teams remaining. Morocco faces France in one quarterfinal matchup, while England is on a path that could lead to a semifinal clash with Argentina. Erling Haaland of Norway acknowledged the pressure is on England in their upcoming quarterfinal match.

Player Transfers and Club Signings

Manchester United is reportedly close to signing former Leeds goalkeeper Karl Darlow on a free transfer. Crystal Palace has signed defender Oscar Mingueza from Celta Vigo on a free transfer. Arsenal has secured the signing of goalkeeper Illan Meslier on a free transfer following his exit from Leeds United. Newcastle United has completed the £23m signing of teenage midfielder Sean Steur from Ajax. Brentford has signed former England striker Callum Wilson on a 12-month contract after his departure from West Ham.

USMNT and North American Soccer News

American forward Cole Campbell is moving from Borussia Dortmund to Bundesliga newcomer Elversberg. Christian Pulisic sustained a bone bruise and microfracture in his lower leg, sidelining him for several weeks. The U.S. Soccer Federation has named Steve Cherundolo as the manager for the U.S. U-23 national team for the 2028 Olympics. The United States' World Cup exit was considered a reality check, with the team comprehensively dismantled by Belgium. The USMNT's loss to Belgium set a record as the most-watched soccer telecast in U.S. history loss sets. Gotham FC will play home games at Etihad Park in Queens, New York, starting in 2028. The LA Galaxy sent attacker Gabriel Pec to Brazilian side Cruzeiro for a club-record fee.

Club Developments and Managerial Moves

Manchester United has revealed the location for their proposed new 100,000-seater stadium. Aston Villa midfielder Amadou Onana ruptured an anterior cruciate ligament while playing for Belgium and will be out for an extended period. Burnley is progressing in talks to appoint Nicky Hayen as their new manager. Former Sheffield United owners claim they are owed over £35m and have filed a winding-up petition against the current owners.

Other Football News and Notes

Scotland's courts will receive increased powers to issue football banning orders as part of efforts to improve match safety. Oxford United has been placed under a temporary transfer embargo by the English Football League. Blackburn Rovers is facing legal proceedings from kit suppliers over a dispute concerning a renewal deal. Celtic is reportedly set to sign Colombian forward Camilo Duran from Qarabag for approximately £5.5m Celtic sign.