Last updated: August 3, 2026, 11:33 AM ET
USMNT Manager Extension and International Soccer Developments
Mauricio Pochettino signed a new contract to continue as manager of the U.S. men's national team, U.S. Soccer announced Monday morning. Pochettino will through the 2030 World Cup, addressing questions about his future with the team. He has agreed to a deal that will keep him as the manager of the United States men's team until 2030. FIFA president Infantino has abandoned his controversial plan to sell a stake in future World Cup profits to private equity investors after fierce opposition from football's governing bodies. Football Association is set to withdraw support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino. Wales has become the first football association to officially withdraw support for Gianni Infantino's re-election as FIFA president. Wales withdraws for Gianni Infantino's bid to continue his leadership of Fifa. FIFA has started a consultation process over an expansion of the men's World Cup to 64 teams, with documents seen by ESPN aiming for a decision by Aug. 14. The 2027 Women's World Cup was set to be the first major tournament affected by FIFA's highly controversial plans, and it's too important to the women's game to be treated with such disrespect. Asisat Oshoala the only goal as Nigeria beat Zambia at Wafcon 2026 to revive the West Africans' hopes of reaching the 2027 Women's World Cup.
NWSL and Club Soccer News
Washington's loss to San Diego saw the Spirit surrender the No. 1 spot on ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings, with Utah laying claim to best in the league. Which NWSL clubs are acing or flunking the first half of the season? We grade 16 teams. Marc Skinner left his role as Manchester United Women head coach after five years in charge. United manager Marc Skinner steps down from his position before the start of the Women's Super League season. With a month to go before the start of the Women's Super League season, Manchester United are without a manager and have a thin squad. Just a month out from their opening Women's Super League fixture, Manchester United find themselves without a head coach after Marc Skinner departed on Monday morning. 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. Mikel Arteta tried to convince Real Madrid star Vinícius Júnior to join Arsenal. Arsenal manager Arteta refused to give anything away about his club's reported pursuit of Real Madrid winger Vinícius Júnior but said he expects more moves before the end of the summer transfer. Vinícius Júnior to Real Madrid training on Monday amid doubts over the star winger's future and links with a possible move to Arsenal. Arsenal, there is an excitement about whether Vinicius Jr could sign this summer. Real Madrid open to the possibility of Vinícius Júnior leaving the club if there's no agreement on a new contract for the player, sources have told ESPN, with Madrid having no plans to increase th. Arsenal's opening for Bruno Guimaraes has been rejected by Newcastle. Guimaraes failed to arrive at La Manga to meet up with his Newcastle United team-mates at their pre-season training base as planned on Sunday night. Bruno Guimaraes on his way to meet up with Newcastle United at their pre-season camp in Spain. United sign goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from Braga in a deal worth £25.7m. United sign goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from Braga for £25.7m. Tottenham are interested in signing Cody Gakpo from Liverpool this summer. Tottenham make an approach for Victor Osimhen, Atletico Madrid consider a move for Manchester City winger Jack Grealish, Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo has positive talks with Spurs, plus more. Liverpool conclude pre-season US tour with a 4-2 defeat against Leeds, having held a two-goal half-time lead in Chicago. Liverpool threw a two-goal lead in spectacular fashion as Leeds won the final match of both teams' United States tour 4-2. Robert Lewandowski two goals, including the winner, in his home debut for the Fire, helping Chicago beat Charlotte FC 2-1 on Saturday. Real Madrid 2-2 with Fiorentina in a preseason friendly on Saturday, in new coach José Mourinho's first game in charge. Mbeumo's double earned Manchester United a 2-1 friendly victory over Atlético Madrid in Stockholm on Saturday. Bryan Mbeumo twice as Manchester United came from behind to beat Atletico Madrid 2-1 in Stockholm. Manchester City 1-1 with Inter Milan in Hong Kong before losing 3-1 on penalties as Enzo Maresca took charge for the first time. New manager Maresca is a "perfect one" for Manchester City, says defender Josko Gvardiol. Despite Manchester penalty-shootout defeat by Inter Milan, teenager Ryan McAidoo grabs the opportunity to show manager Enzo Maresca what he can do. Xabi Alonso the "scar" he suffered from his short tenure at Real Madrid has healed, allowing him to fully focus on taking Chelsea into the new Premier League season. Xabi Alonso healing from his Real Madrid exit, his gut feeling to join Chelsea and why he sees his new club as an exciting opportunity. Argentina international Barco has joined Chelsea from Strasbourg, the London club have announced. Xabi Alonso he is "very happy" to be welcoming Mykhailo Mudryk back into his Chelsea squad, but it is "too early" to understand what he can do. Manchester City preparing a surprise move for Chelsea winger Pedro Neto. Manchester City push ahead with a deal with Ayyoub Bouaddi regardless of doubts about Rodri's future at the Etihad Stadium, sources have told ESPN. Bournemouth are finalising an £11.1m move for Sevilla right-back Juanlu as new manager Marco Rose's squad nears completion. Bournemouth have completed the signing of Portugal international defender Antonio Silva from Benfica. Brentford confirmed the signing of Mali midfielder Mamadou Sangare from Lens for a club record fee. Celtic will Austrian champions LASK for a place in the league phase of the Champions League, while Brighton will face CFR Cluj or Tromso in the Conference League play-off round. Celtic will Austrian champions LASK for a place in the league phase of the Champions League, while Brighton will face CFR Cluj or Tromso in the Conference League play-off round. Celtic up offer for Serie A midfielder as Rangers open talks for winger from newly-promoted Premier League team. Old Firm in chase for Italy-based winger, with German midfielder set on a move to Celtic. Martin O'Neill Callum McGregor as a future Celtic manager as the midfielder commits his future to the club while Steven Gerrard reveals the reasons why he did not return as Rangers boss. Martin O'Neill vowed to "drive forward together" and "not rest on past success", so what could a full season with the Northern Irishman at the helm look like?. St Johnstone gave up a lead before storming back to edge a seven-goal thriller on their Scottish Premiership return at home to Kilmarnock. St Johnstone Kilmarnock in seven-goal thriller. Watch highlights St Johnstone edge out Killie in seven-goal thriller. Newly-promoted St block out summer "noise" to thrill fans with a goal-laden win over Kilmarnock on the Premiership opening weekend. new season continues with St Johnstone and Motherwell winning their opening matches. earns Motherwell victory at Hibernian. Ibrahim Said a late winner as Motherwell started their Scottish Premiership season as they left off by beating Hibernian at Easter Road. With significant departures on and off the field, new Motherwell boss Alfred Johansson appeared to have a daunting task on his hands this season, but he has started in fine style. Phillips scored in each half to reward a terrific St Mirren away display with a 2-0 opening-weekend win at Falkirk in the Scottish Premiership. Hearts’ miserable continued as they conceded two late goals to lose 2-1 to Aberdeen in their Scottish Premiership opener at Pittodrie. Aberdeen get the better of Hearts - but what comes next for these two sides?. Wolves head Cesar Peixoto says his squad are looking to the future and are not scarred by the past few seasons of struggle at Molineux. Non-league Flixton set the record straight after former Man Utd winger Jadon Sancho is seen training with the club. Premier League have already spent more than £1bn in the transfer window, but are expected to only get busier. It's still a few weeks before the new Premier League season begins, but plenty of top clubs have already released some of their 2026-27 kits. If you're a soccer fan but wonder what it would be like on a round pitch and with another team thrown in, then do we have the perfect sport for you. Long before the EAFC video game franchise nestled itself at the epicenter of soccer culture, FIFA International Soccer was an unexpected bestseller.
Solheim Cup and Other Sports
Leona Maguire been included among Team Europe's captain's picks for next month's Solheim Cup, with Anna Nordqvist adding three more rookies to her line-up. Where and when will the next Solheim Cup take place? How does the scoring system work? Which players can qualify? All you to know about the 2026 edition. Shiho Kuwaki a dramatic play-off victory over Esther Henseleit after an extraordinary finish to the AIG Women’s Open, as Charley Hull and Lottie Woad fell short on the final day. Charley Hull Lottie Woad will be left cursing a "missed opportunity" to claim a maiden major win at the AIG Women's Open, according to Dame Laura Davies. Yealimi Noh on Haeran Ryu's stumble to grab the third-round lead at the AIG Women’s Open, where Lottie Woad and Charley Hull stayed in title contention. Pairings tee times for the final round of the 50th AIG Women's Open, held at Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club in Lancashire. Blue Bolt her faultless campaign with victory in the Prix Rothschild at Deauville. We have a busy day's racing on Sunday with Flat action from Chester, Yarmouth and Deauville, live on Sky Sports Racing. We have a full day of action on Monday with Flat action from Ripon and Windsor, live on Sky Sports Racing. Davis Riley a seven-under 63 to reach 15 under on Saturday and take a one-shot lead going into the final round at the Rocket Classic in Detroit. England will the Commonwealth Games without a medal in netball after suffering a comprehensive 68-50 defeat to Australia at the Hydro in Glasgow. England's netball fell to a 61-54 defeat to New Zealand in the semi-finals of the Commonwealth Games. Boxer Tarona has won Tuvalu their first ever Commonwealth Games medal as she took bronze in the women's 75kg boxing division. Cameron Norrie the Los Cabos Open in the early hours of Saturday morning as he was beaten by Denis Shapovalov. Jack Draper called for his fans to be patient with his return after the former world No 4 withdrew from the DC Open with an arm injury. Jessica Pegula a one-set lead over Alexandra Eala in a rain-affected DC Open final that saw play suspended until Monday. Formula 1's summer break upon us, the sport's 'silly season' of speculation around - and possible movement in - the driver market is officially under way. USA cricketer Akhilesh Reddy has been banned from all cricket for eight years by the ICC after being found guilty of three counts of breaking anti-corruption rules by a tribunal. Ben Duckett crucial late wickets from Mohammad Amir helped Trent Rockets deservedly stay top of The Hundred table with a five-run win over Sun Risers Leeds at Trent Bridge. Dunkley's 56 off 33 balls fired Trent Rockets past Sun Risers Leeds in an impressive victory by five runs in The Hundred at Trent Bridge. Birmingham Phoenix their first match in The Hundred 2026 women's competition in dramatic fashion, defeating Welsh Fire with just one ball remaining as investor Jude Bellingham watched on. Welsh Fire back on the winning trail after a commanding performance against a misfiring Birmingham Phoenix, whose familiar failings with the bat have put them all but out of contention for the lat. Jim Crowley called time on his illustrious riding career having failed to recover sufficiently from a serious injury he suffered in a fall at York in September. Wardley's manager Mike Ofo has launched a scathing response after Daniel Dubois' advisor Sam Jones raised doubts about the heavyweight rematch. Pierce O'Leary his first professional defeat when he was stopped by Mark Chamberlain in a thrilling fight in Dublin. Etinosa Oliha Aaron McKenna cannot offer "anything new" in their world title fight and has vowed to inflict a punishing defeat on the Irishman. Donald Trump opponents after announcing he had won the Senior and Super Senior Men's Club Championship at his Bedminster golf course in New Jersey.