Football/Soccer 3 Days

Last updated: August 11, 2026, 3:10 AM ET

Transfer Market Frenzy

Manchester City are closing in on Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, while Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez is also an option, per Tuesday's gossip. Rangers have agreed a £6.5m deal for PSV winger Couhaib Driouech and are seeking a loan left-back, while Celtic aim to tie up an attacker this week. Tottenham are eyeing a move for Liverpool's Cody Gakpo, according to transfer rumors. Liverpool have signed Barcelona captain Ronald Araújo on loan with a €55m option; former striker Darwin Núñez prematurely announced the move. Aston Villa are in talks for Bayern's Joao Palhinha and are interested in a loan for Real Madrid's Endrick, as per Monday's gossip. Fulham agreed a £30m deal for Southampton midfielder Shea Charles. West Ham signed winger Manor Solomon from Tottenham on a three-year contract. Crystal Palace are finalizing a deal for USMNT prospect Zavier Gozo from Real Salt Lake, and are also close to signing Anan Khalaili from Union SG. Ipswich signed midfielder Sasa Lukic from Fulham. Middlesbrough signed Manchester United goalkeeper Radek Vitek. Sevilla are nearing a £7.9m move for Scotland U21 striker Robbie Ure. Derby County takeover collapsed as Saudi official Turki Alalshikh abandoned his bid. Wrexham are closing in on Sunderland goalkeeper Anthony Patterson. Rangers chairman expects three to five more signings; the club rejected a bid for striker Youssef Chermiti. Rangers midfielder Mohamed Diomande is set for a £4.5m move to Corum. Everton and Palace agreed a swap deal involving Dwight McNeil and Brennan Johnson. Swap deals have happened before with varying success. LA Galaxy signed former Barcelona midfielder Sergi Roberto. Ferran Torres told Barcelona he wants to join PSG. Manchester United are working on a deal for Leicester teenager Louis Page. Arsenal and Man Utd both want Inter's Pio Esposito. Palace are also in the mix for Club Brugge full-back Seys, per papers. Aston Villa interested in Endrick loan, Man City close on Bouaddi, per Tuesday's papers.

Managerial & Club Developments

Enzo Maresca discussed replacing Pep Guardiola and his captaincy dilemma at Man City. Maresca expects Rodri back at City by Aug. 14. Mikel Arteta is still trying to add players after Vinícius Jr. chose to stay at Real Madrid. Andoni Iraola is putting his stamp on Liverpool; the team cannot sustain the level they want, he said after another blown lead. Liverpool fans may worry about Iraola's fitness comments. Victor Munoz is a symbol of Iraola's new high-press plan. Jose Mourinho revealed he agreed to replace Ferguson at Man Utd in a new documentary. Mourinho criticised Bernardo Silva's fitness at Real Madrid. Scotland are closing in on a new head coach to replace Steve Clarke. Rangers chairman admitted the club had become used to failure. Derek McInnes says Rangers "aren't as bad as people think" after a winless start. Hearts got their first win under Wouter Vrancken after early signs of potential. Chelsea's pre-season under Xabi Alonso showed Mudryk's emotional return and Palmer as a leader. Newcastle boss Matthias Jaissle won his first game with a Wissa double. Insight into Wissa's double securing Newcastle's comeback. Ipswich's global transfer gamble is examined.

FIFA & Political Turmoil

US President Donald Trump warned FIFA against replacing Gianni Infantino, calling it a "terrible mistake." Trump also defended Infantino on social media. LaLiga chief Javier Tebas declared the "Infantino era is over." UEFA and other confederations signed a joint letter slamming Infantino's "deception." Norway called for Infantino to resign; Mexico and Argentina backed him. Somali World Cup referee Omar Artan, barred from the US, spoke of a "very tough period." Uefa refs' chief Roberto Rosetti said some VAR reviews "were not connected with football." Tech investors wanted a slice of the World Cup, but the plan was canned.

Match Results & Pre-Season Friendlies

Arsenal lost 3-2 to Borussia Dortmund in pre-season, with "poor goals" conceded. Arsenal's defending is a concern after the defeat. Liverpool threw away a 2-0 lead to lose 3-2 to Monaco in Iraola's Anfield debut. Man City beat Atletico Madrid 3-1 in Seoul with Semenyo shining. Udinese beat Barcelona and Nottingham Forest to win a triangular cup. Man Utd drew 1-1 with PSG, with Mbeumo equalising. Youri Tielemans impressed on debut for Man Utd against PSG. Newcastle gave debuts to Hornicek and Bamba in their win over Valencia. Bournemouth's Scott and Betis' Antony were sent off in a pre-season brawl. Brazilian player Jacy fell down a tunnel during a goal celebration. Coritiba wore the name of an English MND fan on their shirts.

Carabao Cup

Chelsea will face Luton, Tottenham host Charlton in the Carabao Cup second round. Nottingham Forest will host Leeds in the only all-Premier League tie. Burnley edged Notts County on penalties to reach round two. Middlesbrough beat Wrexham 1-0 with Lankshear's debut goal. Second-round draw details: Chelsea, Spurs, Newcastle ties. Round two draw live updates.

Scottish Football

Celtic Kasper Hogh scored a hat-trick in a 5-1 win over Kilmarnock. Kasper Hogh earned rave reviews. Rangers lost 2-1 to Hibs, leaving McInnes winless. Hearts won 4-0 over Dundee United for Vrancken's first win. St Mirren went top with a 1-0 win over St Johnstone. Dundee beat Aberdeen 2-0 with Bevan's double. Motherwell drew 0-0 with Falkirk. Scottish FA summit urged clubs to give youth a chance. Critically important summit called on future of Scottish football. SWPL player drain can be positive, says SWPL managing director. Aberdeen signed versatile Belgian forward Mitchy Ntelo. Hearts sold Alexandros Kyziridis to a Turkish club for £1.7m. Rangers vs Hibs saw Chermiti stretchered off. Scottish football podcast discusses Celtic's win and Rangers' loss. Premiership weekend review: Rangers frustrations, Hogh shines, Hearts win.

Women's Football

Algeria reach the Women's World Cup for the first time. Nigeria still hope for 2027 spot after WAFCON exit. Nigeria out after shock loss to Cameroon. Jordan Nobbs says promotion with Newcastle would be "job done." Alexia Putellas arrives at London City Lionesses in the biggest WSL transfer. NWSL Power Rankings: Gotham FC new leaders. Emma Hayes praises Pochettino's new USMNT deal. BBC Women's Football Weekly features Arsenal stars.

Other Sports (Cricket, Golf, Boxing, Rugby, Tennis, Horse Racing)

England's 2027 World Cup place guaranteed; West Indies need to qualify. Scotland and Netherlands criticise World Cup format changes. Trent Rockets rely on Super Giants to avoid eliminator after loss to Brave. Nat Sciver-Brunt led Rockets Women into The Hundred final. SunRisers beat Welsh Fire in The Hundred. Sunrisers Leeds crushed Welsh Fire in women's competition. Trent Rockets sealed knockout stage place. Rockets clinched women's knockouts spot. Ben Stokes fired Durham to One-Day Cup win. Frankie Harris shot 59 to win Korn Ferry Tour event in play-off. Michael Brennan won Wyndham Championship to secure Fed ExCup Playoffs spot. Jon Rahm clinched LIV Golf season title; Joaquin Niemann won LIV New York. Brooks Koepka called missing Fed ExCup playoffs "pathetic." Sky Sports Golf Podcast covers young talent and PGA Tour playoffs. Caroline Dubois tipped to replace Katie Taylor as face of boxing. Aaron McKenna vows middleweight domination after becoming world champ. McKenna defeated Etinosa Oliha in Dublin. Callum Walsh beat Tyler Denny in Dublin. Joe Ward rescued his career with win over Kasparian. Jarrell Miller could face Murat Gassiev for WBA title. Dina Thorslund regained world title after miscarriage comeback. Tommy Makinson to retire at end of 2026 Super League season. Huddersfield Giants to move to Dewsbury for 2027. Super League's Final Charge: play-off spots taking shape. South Africa edged Argentina 17-10 in Test rugby, but Kolisi injured. Australia survived late Japan rally in Kiss' debut. Jannik Sinner withdrew from Cincinnati Open due to knee injury. Cameron Norrie eliminated in Montreal; Sabalenka lost in Toronto. Big Buck's died at; Paul Nicholls pays tribute. Samangan won Prix Maurice de Gheest. Sun Goddess won Phoenix Stakes for Aidan O'Brien. Ryan Moore helped GB and Ireland to Shergar Cup win. Badri chases four-timer at Windsor. True Love heads Prix Maurice de Gheest field.

Miscellaneous

Inter Miami honored absent Messi after his father's death. Jorge Messi, Lionel's father, died at. Cristiano Ronaldo laughed at false wedding reports. Mexico beat US in U20 final after a suspect red card. Solheim Cup: one month until the event. Dewi Weber ineligible for home Solheim Cup. Colombia earthquake halted Copa and league matches. Nottingham Forest owner sues Crystal Palace over gun banner. Who am I? Guess Premier League star No. 22. Who am I? Guess Premier League star No. 21. Football Daily debates big Premier League talking points. Cymru Premier games to be shown live by BBC Wales. Phil Parkes dies at. Seamus Coleman training with Killybegs but no GAA return yet. Arbroath FC held silence for Minnie Merriman. San Jose hired ex-Portland executive Gavin Wilkinson as consultant. Garcia hopes Alonso's Chelsea finish behind Liverpool. Best new kits for the coming season. Luis Garcia pre-match team news for Liverpool vs Monaco. Man City vs Atletico team news live. QPR vs Millwall Carabao Cup live on Sky. Celtic vs Kilmarnock live updates. Villa to sign Palhinha and Man City in Bouaddi talks. Arsenal's defensive woes without Saliba. Bruno Guimaraes fits into Arsenal's midfield. Guimaraes signs for Arsenal for £75m. Rodri transfer race: Barcelona lead for World Cup winner. Barcelona ratchet up efforts to sign Rodri. Man City won't sanction cut-price Rodri departure. Barca second bid for Rodri per Sunday's gossip. Romero open to Arsenal but Spurs resist. Romero could join Arsenal. Mourinho unimpressed by Bernardo's fitness. Alexander-Arnold key figure at Real Madrid under Mourinho. Vinicius Jr. signed new Real Madrid contract. Who could Arsenal sign after missing Vinicius Jr.? Maresca on life at City. Van de Ven signed new long-term Spurs deal. Vasseur reveals Ferrari's target after F1 summer break. Stella warns rivals over McLaren momentum. Rashford returning to Man Utd preseason camp. Atletico firm on Alvarez despite Barcelona interest.