Football/Soccer 3 Days

Last updated: July 16, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

World Cup Semifinals Deliver Drama and Set Up Final Showdowns

Argentina staged a stunning 2-1 comeback against England to advance to the World Cup Final, thrilling the sports world was thrilled. Lionel Messi provided the decisive cross in stoppage time, earning him a 9/10 rating gets 9/10. England captain Harry Kane admitted that trying to hold onto a 1-0 lead backfired in the 2-1 semi-final defeat admitted defeat. England coach Thomas Tuchel had considered man-marking Messi had considered, but ultimately, England's tactics and tiredness were cited as reasons for their loss. Meanwhile, Spain booked their place in the World Cup final with a commanding 2-0 victory over France. Spain's Luis de la Fuente stated his team is "feeling unbeatable" heading into the final. France coach Didier Deschamps acknowledged his team was not technically sound enough to defeat Spain and will now contest the third-place play-off, a match no one would have wanted for his farewell. FIFA's director of refereeing, Pierluigi Collina, defended the referee in the France-Spain semifinal following criticism from France's coach defended the referee. Kylian Mbappé also seemed to question Deschamps' tactics after France's defeat questioned tactics.

Player Movement and Club News

Manuel Ugarte has undergone knee surgery after suffering an injury at the World Cup, Manchester United confirmed undergone surgery. Former Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood signed for Fenerbahçe, marking his third club in three years signed for Fenerbahçe. Aston Villa confirmed the signing of goalkeeper Emily Ramsey on a free transfer from Everton signed keeper. Midfielder Harry Winks has left Leicester City for Italian side Cagliari for an undisclosed fee. Chelsea agreed to a deal worth approximately £850,000 to sign Manchester United striker Melvine Malard agreed a deal. Manchester United have also completed the £50 million signing of Andrey Santos from Chelsea completed signing. Arsenal are reportedly exploring a swap deal involving Viktor Gyökeres and Julián Álvarez, with Barcelona president Joan Laporta warning that their "substantial offer" for Álvarez is time-limited.

NWSL and Domestic Soccer Updates

Sam Kerr made her anticipated return to Gotham FC and the NWSL, coming off the bench in a 1-0 victory over the Washington Spirit. The match drew a record-breaking crowd at Citi Field. London City Lionesses signed France forward Kadidiatou Diani from Lyon on a three-year deal sign forward, while Spain defender Mapi Leon also joined the club on a three-year contract after leaving Barcelona joins Lionesses. Birmingham City completed the signing of defender Millie Turner and midfielder Lisa Naalsund from Manchester United complete signing. Crystal Palace signed striker Bethany England on a free transfer.

Other Football Notes and Transfer Rumors

Costa Rican goalkeeper Keylor Navas and Mexican teen phenom Gilberto Mora headline the Liga MX squad for the MLS All-Star Game on July 29 headline the squad. Former U.S. goalkeeper Hope Solo's personal collection is headed to auction headed to auction. The independent football regulator issued a warning to Morecambe after their owners failed to respond to information requests issues a warning. The trading standards seizure in Edinburgh found approximately 58,000 fake Scotland and England football strips, estimated to be one of the largest of its kind in the UK. New Chicago Fire signing Robert Lewandowski stated he couldn't imagine playing for another European club after his time with Barcelona couldn't imagine.

Various Sports News

The Sky Sports Racing cameras headed to Chepstow and Ffos Las, with all the action live from 2:05 PM head to Chepstow. Conor Benn will challenge Ryan Garcia for the WBC welterweight title in Las Vegas on September 12 challenge for title. McLaren confirmed they will introduce a "significant upgrade package" for upcoming Formula 1 races in Belgium and Hungary confirmed upgrades. England's rugby players will avoid wearing national shirts in Argentina ahead of facing the Pumas. Shubman Gill's 80 off 75 balls propelled India to a six-wicket victory over England in the first one-day international series opener propelled India. England women suffered a 270-run defeat to India in the first women's Test match played at Lord's suffered defeat.