Football/Soccer 3 Days

Last updated: August 3, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

USMNT and Club Transfers

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 remain U.S. men's national team coach through the 2030 World Cup, but questions linger about what happens if a major European club comes calling before then. Bay FC agreed to a deal to sign United States winger Jenna Nighswonger from Arsenal in a move worth around $200,000, multiple sources confirmed to ESPN. Inter Miami has not expressed interest in signing Kevin De Bruyne, a club source confirmed to ESPN. Inter Miami has also not expressed interest in signing Colombian national team midfielder Juan Fernando Quintero, club sources confirmed to ESPN.

European Club Signings and Rumors

Bernardo Silva said he "didn't think twice" about joining Real Madrid after completing his first training session with the club on Monday. Hansi Flick stated that Barcelona knows "they have to do something" in the transfer market as they continue their search for a replacement for Robert Lewandowski. Atlético Madrid are admirers of Manchester City winger Jack Grealish. Tottenham are interested in signing Cody Gakpo from Liverpool this summer. Tottenham also made an approach for Victor Osimhen. Fenerbahce are prepared to break the bank for Marcus Rashford. Marcus Rashford's future at Manchester United remains uncertain. Newcastle have rejected Arsenal's opening bid for Bruno Guimaraes. Como has agreed to a deal worth more than £30m to sign Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah. Chelsea have confirmed the signing of England midfielder Jordan Henderson. Xabi Alonso stated that 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 said he is "very happy" to be welcoming Mykhailo Mudryk back into his Chelsea squad, but it is "too early" to understand his potential contributions. Argentina international Barco has joined Chelsea from Strasbourg. Manchester City are preparing a surprise move for Chelsea winger Pedro Neto. Bournemouth are finalising an £11.1m move for Sevilla right-back Juanlu. 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. Crystal Palace's newly promoted Women's Super League club Crystal Palace have signed Tottenham defender Molly Bartrip for an undisclosed fee.

Scottish Premiership and Other Leagues

Celtic made a winning start to their Scottish Premiership title defence with a 1-0 victory over Dundee at Celtic Park. Celtic will play Austrian champions LASK for a place in the league phase of the Champions League. Kieran Tierney had an impact in Celtic's win over Dundee in the Scottish Premiership. Sportscene provided extended highlights of Celtic against Dundee. Reaction to Celtic's 1-0 win over Dundee was reviewed by Kenny Macintyre, Tom English, Scott Brown, and Rory Loy. Martin O'Neill tipped Callum McGregor as a future Celtic manager as the midfielder commits his future to the club. Martin O'Neill vowed to "drive forward together" and "not rest on past success" in his full season at Celtic. St Johnstone made their top flight return against Kilmarnock and secured a goal-laden win on the Premiership opening weekend. St Johnstone twice gave up a lead before storming back to edge a seven-goal thriller on their Scottish Premiership return against Kilmarnock. Kilmarnock lost to St Johnstone in a seven-goal thriller on the opening day of the Scottish Premiership. New Motherwell boss Alfred Johansson has started his tenure in fine style, overcoming significant departures. Ibrahim Said netted a late winner as Motherwell beat Hibernian 1-0 in their Scottish Premiership opener. Aberdeen turned the tables on Hearts, with Lewis Nisbet leading the charge in a victory. Hearts conceded two late goals to lose their Scottish Premiership opener 2-1 to Aberdeen. Killian Phillips scored in each half to give St Mirren a 2-0 opening-weekend win at Falkirk. Wrexham ended their pre-season campaign with a 1-0 defeat to Sunderland in Philadelphia.

MLS and NWSL News

MLS has opened an investigation into reported antisemitic and discriminatory language from fans directed at New England Revolution striker Dor Turgeman during their 2-2 draw against CF Montreal. Larry Berg, a part owner of LAFC, has been named the next commissioner of MLS and will take over for Don Garber on January 1, 2027. Washington's loss to San Diego saw the Spirit surrender the No. 1 spot on ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings, with Utah claiming the top position. Which NWSL clubs are acing or flunking the first half of the season is being graded for all 16 teams.

Golf and Tennis Updates

Shiho Kuwaki snatched a dramatic play-off victory over Esther Henseleit at the AIG Women’s Open after an extraordinary finish. Yealimi Noh capitalized on Haeran Ryu's stumble to grab the third-round lead at the AIG Women’s Open, where Lottie Woad and Charley Hull remained in contention. Charley Hull and Lottie Woad will be left regretting a "missed opportunity" to claim a maiden major win at the AIG Women's Open, according to Dame Laura Davies. Davis Riley shot a seven-under 63 to reach 15 under and take a one-shot lead going into the final round at the Rocket Classic in Detroit. Rising Filipino star Alexandra Eala came from a set down against Jessica Pegula to claim the first WTA Tour singles title of her career at the DC Open. Jessica Pegula held a one-set lead over Alexandra Eala in a rain-affected DC Open final that saw play suspended until Monday. Jack Draper has 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. Serena and Venus Williams are set to play at the Cincinnati Open after being awarded a wild card for the women's doubles draw. Raducanu's stress fracture will force her to miss the US Open.

Cricket and Other Sports

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. England will leave the Commonwealth Games without a medal in netball after suffering a comprehensive 68-50 defeat to Australia. Etinosa Oliha stated that Aaron McKenna cannot offer "anything new" in their world title fight and has vowed to inflict a punishing defeat on the Irishman. Pierce O'Leary suffered his first professional defeat when he was stopped by Mark Chamberlain in a thrilling fight in Dublin.

FIFA and World Football Governance