Football/Soccer 3 Hours

Last updated: August 8, 2026, 6:17 PM ET

FIFA Governance

FIFA has strongly criticized a “concerted and ongoing effort” to undermine the organization and president Gianni Infantino.

Family and Tributes

Jorge Messi, father of Lionel Messi, died Saturday at age 68 in Rosario, Argentina.

Transfer News

Marcus Rashford will rejoin Manchester United’s preseason camp in Ireland. Barcelona have increased their bid for Rodri, while Cristian Romero wants Arsenal and Nottingham Forest are set to sign Ousmane Diomande. The LA Galaxy confirmed the signing of former Barcelona midfielder Sergi Roberto. Mohamed Salah and Vozinha headlined notable transfer unveilings.

Match Results

Algeria reached the Women’s World Cup for the first time by beating Ivory Coast 2-1 in the WAFCON quarterfinals, with goals from Ines Khiri and Amira Ould Braham. Newcastle earned Matthias Jaissle a winning start as boss with a 2-1 comeback win at 10-man Valencia, as substitute Yoane Wissa scored twice. Wissa and Toure earned top ratings in the friendly. St Mirren, tipped for relegation, have won both opening Scottish Premiership matches.

Rugby

South Africa edged Argentina 17-10 in a Test match in Buenos Aires, but captain Siya Kolisi suffered an injury.