Football/Soccer 3 Hours

Last updated: August 4, 2026, 8:32 PM ET

USMNT Coaching and Schedule

Mauricio Pochettino will continue as the U.S. men's national team coach through the 2030 World Cup. The team's first fixtures following the 2026 World Cup will be during the September/October FIFA international window. During this window the USMNT will host Peru, Chile, Canada, and Mexico.

Premier League Transfer Activity and Kits

United pursued affordable transfer options this summer, while Chelsea, Manchester City, and Tottenham Hotspur all invested heavily. Crystal Palace are reportedly in advanced negotiations to acquire 19-year-old wing-back Zavier Gozo from Real Salt Lake. Arsenal has unveiled its new third kit for the 2026-27 season, which bears a resemblance to a recent design. Several other Premier League clubs have also released their kits for the upcoming 2026-27 season.

Player Moves and Suspensions

Mohamed Salah is in discussions to join Trabzonspor after his departure from Liverpool. Inter Miami's head coach, Guillermo Hoyos, stated that Luis Suárez is irreplaceable as the team prepares to compete in the Leagues Cup without the suspended forward. Vozinha, a goalkeeper maintained a belief that he was destined for a "big club" role despite a career mostly spent with smaller teams in lower divisions.

FIFA Governance Issues

Two senior FIFA executives, Arsène Wenger and Mattias Grafström, have distanced themselves from President Gianni Infantino's unsuccessful plan to sell stake. FIFA has faced accusations of blackmailing Jordan regarding World Cup funds in exchange for their support of Gianni Infantino's presidency.