Football/Soccer 3 Days

Last updated: August 8, 2026, 3:13 AM ET

FIFA in Crisis

Gianni Infantino faced mounting calls to resign after Norway's federation said there is "no trust" in him. UEFA acknowledged an allegation it paid off an alleged mistress of Infantino while he worked for them. Norway called on Infantino to step down after his plan to sell World Cup stakes, while Mexico and Argentina expressed support. Potential challengers to the presidency are circling. FIFPro slammed Infantino's "abuse of power" as UEFA doubled down on a boycott. Canada PM Mark Carney said he lost faith in Infantino, and Figo joined calls for his resignation. European leagues demanded reform. Infantino apologized for "errors" but got FIFA backing. Key questions as Infantino faced executives. Ex-FIFA VP accused Infantino of blackmail. UEFA boycott stood as FA withdrew support.

Transfer Window Frenzy

Manchester City agreed a €17m deal for Marseille goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli, while they also explored a move for Enzo Fernández as a Rodri replacement. Arsenal agreed a £75m fee for Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes. Vinícius Júnior signed a new six-year Real Madrid contract. Liverpool agreed a surprise loan for Ronald Araujo and also explore a deal for PSG winger Ibrahim Mbaye. Coventry City completed a club-record signing of Ghana's Caleb Yirenkyi. Leeds United broke their record to sign James Trafford for £40m. Everton signed Christian Nørgaard from Arsenal. Hirving Lozano joined LA Galaxy on loan. Hull City signed Konstantinos Tzolakis for a club-record fee. Newcastle rejected Man Utd's approach for Lewis Hall. Tottenham closed in on a new contract for Micky van de Ven. Atletico Madrid entered talks for Cristian Romero. Conor Gallagher is ready to show his worth under De Zerbi. Jeremy Doku extended his Man City contract until 2031. Mohamed Salah joined Trabzonspor on a free transfer. Wrexham signed Ben Whiteman from Preston. Bournemouth signed Juanlu Sánchez for up to £11.1m. Chelsea are set to sign Pep Chavarria for £16.3m. Barcelona and Real Madrid chase Rodri, while Barcelona also joined the race.

Match Action

Will Lankshear scored on debut to give Middlesbrough a 1-0 Carabao Cup win over Wrexham. Walsall stunned Bristol City in the curtain raiser. Carabao Cup is back live on Sky Sports. In pre-season, Arsenal lost 3-1 to Real Betis, with Arteta saying players were "fuming". Man City beat K-League All Stars 3-1 in Maresca's first win. Bayern Munich held off Aston Villa 2-1 in Hong Kong. Chelsea lost 1-0 to Juventus. Rangers fell 2-1 to Jagiellonia in Europa League qualifying. Hearts were thrashed 6-1 by Benfica. Lionel Messi scored a brace to lead Inter Miami to a 4-2 Leagues Cup win.

International Football

Emma Hayes is delighted that Mauricio Pochettino signed a four-year USMNT deal. Pochettino's contract runs through 2030. The first USMNT fixtures after the deal include hosting Peru, Chile, Canada and Mexico. Hayes also urged focus on U-20 World Cup development. Argentina will not pressure Messi over the 2028 Copa América. Spain's sports minister said Spain deserves to host the 2030 World Cup final. Argentina marked their World Cup semi-final win over England with 'National Football Teams Day'. Kyle Walker retired from England. Erica Meg Parkinson was named in England's U-20 Women's World Cup squad. France plans to compete in the U-20 Women's World Cup despite UEFA boycott threat.

Women's Game

Key dates for the 2026-27 season have been detailed. Mariona Caldentey believes Arsenal can win the Treble. Eva Olid was appointed Man Utd women's manager. Gabby George moved from Man Utd to Brighton. Natalia Ramos joined Liverpool. WSL clubs face key questions after the transfer window. The new Ted Lasso season features a real NWSL club. Ben Stanway boosts Partick Thistle's promotion bid.

Scottish Football News

Scottish FA called a 'critically important' summit on the future of the game. Scottish clubs struggled in Europe. Scottish FA scrapped its key match incident panel. Old Firm both bid for wingers. Rangers had a bid rejected for PSV's Driouech. Celtic boss Martin O'Neill was released from hospital. Scottish Premier League previews for the weekend. Podcast discusses European reaction.

Other Football News

BBC Sport looked at the wildest scores in EFL Cup history. Test your knowledge with the Premier League quiz. Life of a Wag during the transfer window was explored. World Cup burnout affects top clubs. San Jose Earthquakes hired Gavin Wilkinson as consultant. Southampton boss Eckert said Spygate reports are far from truth. FA bans solid perimeter walls after Billy Vigar's death. Sian Massey-Ellis retired to take up an FA role. David Sullivan expected to attend West Ham's cup tie. National League returns with high drama expectations. Leicester City recalled their 2016 title secrets. Raul Jimenez's return to Wolves means so much to fans. Chris Smalling discussed his next club. Ivan Toney charged with assault. Uganda captain David Owori murdered. Afghan women's team reunited in Auckland. Alexandre Pato part of consortium for Northampton Town takeover. Alex Hughes, son of Mark Hughes, died of sudden adult death syndrome. Zeph Thomas prepares for FA Cup debut after 39 moves. Jeremy Monga made his Man City debut. Ceadach O'Neill has big hopes at Arsenal. Myles Lewis-Skelly aims to threaten Arsenal's midfield. Vozinha's star unveiling highlighted. World Cup heroes who earned big transfers looked at. Man Utd teen JJ Gabriel got a gold trading card. Simon Francis's museum of footballs. Neymar accused of provocation. Inter Miami rues Leagues Cup ban for Suárez. Zavier Gozo close to Palace move. MLS new commissioner Larry Berg. De Zerbi's plan for Spurs. Newcastle appoint Jaissle. Liverpool preseason concerns. Transfer rumors Spurs Balogun. Arsenal show need for Bruno. USMNT transfer grades. Yokota Rangers debut. Carabao Cup live action. Villa vs Bayern friendly. Swansea sign Ross Stewart. Cardiff City sign Jack Moylan. Birmingham City sign Chancelle Effa Effa. Notts County sign Dean Campbell. Hull City sign Jens Hjerto-Dahl. Crystal Palace sign Takehiro Tomiyasu. Barcelona cancel friendly in Morocco. Franco Mastantuono joins Fiorentina on loan. Real Madrid spent big to sign Yan Diomande. Papers suggest Arsenal could hijack Barcola deal. Lankshear's debut ensures Boro progress. EFL Cup second-round draw takes place Monday. Why Premier League can't attract stars examined. National League returns. Ebbsfleet United suspended over debts. Bangor striker served cocaine ban. Vozinha joins Colo-Colo. EA Sports game defined soccer culture. Guide to club game for new fans.