Football/Soccer 3 Hours

Last updated: August 5, 2026, 5:32 AM ET

USMNT and Coaching News

Mauricio Pochettino committed to remaining as the United States men's national team head coach through the 2030 World Cup. This new deal raises questions about his future should a major European club express interest. The USMNT will play its first matches since the 2026 World Cup during the September/October FIFA international window. These upcoming fixtures will see the team host Peru, Chile, Canada, and Mexico.

European Transfer Market Buzz

Arsenal has reportedly agreed to a £75 million fee with Newcastle for their captain, Bruno Guimaraes. Tottenham Hotspur has been offered AS Monaco and USMNT striker Folarin Balogun. Crystal Palace is in advanced talks to sign 19-year-old wing-back Zavier Gozo from Real Salt Lake. Chelsea is nearing a £16.3 million deal for Rayo Vallecano defender Pep Chavarria. Mohamed Salah is currently in discussions to join Trabzonspor after his departure from Liverpool, according to the Turkish club.

Club and Player Developments

Miami's head coach Guillermo Hoyos stated that Luis Suárez cannot be replaced as the team prepares to compete in the Leagues Cup without the suspended forward. Cape Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha expressed his long-held belief that he belonged at a bigger club, despite most of his career being spent with smaller teams, most recently Chaves in Portugal's second tier. The new season of "Ted Lasso" featured a cameo from a real-life NWSL club, filmed in the U.S., which plays a significant role in the show's plot.

Navigating the Soccer Landscape

For those looking to extend their enthusiasm for soccer after a successful summer, Bill Connelly has outlined ten essential points to know before the new European seasons commence in mid-August. The EA Sports video game franchise, previously known as FIFA International Soccer, became an unexpected bestseller and has since established itself at the epicenter of soccer culture. FIFA is facing accusations of blackmail from a former vice president, who claims the organization demanded Jordan's support for Gianni Infantino's presidency in exchange for World Cup funds. Motherwell and Hibernian are facing crucial matches as they aim to advance towards qualification for the Conference League. Celtic is reportedly pursuing a deal for Ghedjemis, while Rangers are also in contention for Yokota, amidst speculation about potential new signings for the Scottish champions.