Football/Soccer 3 Days

Last updated: July 28, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

USMNT Coaching and Player News

The United States men's national team is in a state of flux regarding its coaching situation, with Mauricio Pochettino's status as head coach still a lingering question. Despite the uncertainty, midfielder Sebastian Berhalter has found a new club, joining English Championship side Middlesbrough from the Vancouver Whitecaps has joined. Goalkeeper Matt Freese, however, is still processing the team's World Cup exit, particularly the 4-1 loss to Belgium in the round of 16 is not quite gotten over. Advanced statistics, meanwhile, offer a nuanced perspective on the USMNT's World Cup performances since 1990, suggesting that recent disappointments might not tell the whole story look at the numbers.

European Club Transfers and Developments

Manchester United's preseason tour is in full swing, but the club still faces several pressing issues before the new season begins. In potential transfer news, Manchester City winger Savinho is reportedly open to a move to Tottenham is open to leaving. Chelsea is reportedly set to sign Italian attacking midfielder Giulia Dragoni from Barcelona, and the club is also looking to bolster its squad with experienced players like Jordan Henderson and Danny Welbeck are targeting deals. Meanwhile, Barcelona president Joan Laporta is recovering from a heart problem after a hospital admission is recovering.

International Soccer Updates and Controversies

UEFA has strongly rejected FIFA's proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors, calling it a "line that football's governing institutions should never cross" has rejected. This plan has sparked significant controversy, with UEFA expressing anger and European nations considering a response. In Italy, Roberto Mancini has been reappointed as the national team manager for a second time, following a period of managerial upheaval and the resignation of technical director Paolo Maldini is appointed. On the international stage, Cape Verde's Sidny Lopes Cabral won the public vote for goal of the tournament at the World Cup. The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has also clarified its guidance on VAR, stating that referee chiefs believe the process for Embolo's red card was incorrect clarified its guidance.

Club Soccer Transfer Rumors and Signings

Juventus has expressed interest in signing Manchester United forward Joshua Zirkzee. Real Madrid is reportedly preparing a bid for Manchester City's Rodri, and is also expected to finalize a deal for Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig for approximately $154 million expect to complete a deal. Arsenal and Liverpool are both reportedly interested in Paris Saint-Germain forward Bradley Barcola are chasing. Meanwhile, John Stones has verbally agreed to a free transfer to Inter Milan has verbally agreed. In other transfer news, Newcastle United and Brazil midfielder Bruno Guimarães is reportedly moving closer to joining Arsenal has moved closer to joining.

Scottish Football and League Cup

The new Scottish Premiership season is poised to be competitive, with Celtic Park having hosted a significant league fixture recently staged one of the most consequential. Dundee United manager Jim Goodwin is encouraging his players to show "no fear" against Rangers in their upcoming match. Aberdeen manager Stephen Robinson is drawing inspiration from Hearts' title push as he aims to return his team to the top six is taking inspiration. In the League Cup, holders St Mirren will face Rangers in the last, while Celtic will play Dundee United are drawn away.

Other Football News

Leicester City is reportedly closing in on Swansea's forward Liam Cullen is closing in on. Motherwell boss Alfred Johansson is anticipating a challenging Conference League qualifier against HB Torshavn is bracing himself. Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has asked for patience as his new coaching era begins has asked for patience, and he has a plan to integrate new signing Morgan Rogers with Cole Palmer says he has a "plan". Wrexham continues its impressive preseason, having defeated Leeds United 3-2 with a late goal from Sam Smith beating.

Player and Team Performances in Other Sports

In cricket, a North Yorkshire team is under investigation for alleged cheating involving a player's "finger-clicking" tactic is being investigated. In tennis, Ekaterina Alexandrova collapsed on court during a WTA Tour match collapsed on court. Darts phenom Luke Littler has won his maiden PDC title, with Henry Coates claiming his first Players Championship victory sensationally won. In golf, Charley Hull has downplayed her rivalry with Nelly Korda ahead of the AIG Women's Open, expressing frustration over near-misses in majors has played down.

Boxing and Combat Sports

Former boxing world champion Joe Cordina has pleaded not guilty to assault charges has denied assaulting. Mikaela Mayer is anticipating a highly anticipated bout against Chantelle Cameron, calling it the "female fight of the year" has promised. Skye Nicolson has signed with Most Valuable Promotions has signed. Edgar Berlanga returned to winning ways, stopping Steven Butler in the seventh round.

Formula 1 and Motorsport

Lewis Hamilton has received an unusually high number of penalties recently, prompting scrutiny over their cost has received. Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has criticized engineers amidst system failures, while Oscar Piastri has labeled backmarkers as "unacceptable" after an incident at the Hungarian Grand Prix has criticised. Lando Norris is not ruling out a title challenge and believes the pressure is on championship leader Kimi Antonelli has not ruled out.

Horse Racing

Scandinavia successfully defended its Al Shaqab Goodwood Cup title, defeating Trawlerman confirmed its superiority. Amazonian Dream is aiming for consecutive wins at Windsor. Sunray Shadow and Imperial Alex are set to compete at Uttoxeter clash.

Other Sports News

In rugby, France's Kylian Mbappé expressed disappointment over the team's World Cup final performance, stating that the failure to win "hurts" has thanked fans. Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni defended his players as "warriors" following their World Cup final defeat has defended. In netball, England suffered a defeat to Australia in Glasgow. In baseball, Inter Miami forward Germán Berterame was discharged from the hospital after a head collision has been discharged.