Football/Soccer 3 Hours

Last updated: August 13, 2026, 9:36 AM ET

Transfer Market: Doku signed a new five-year contract at Manchester City, running through 2029, while Tijjani Reijnders is reportedly heading to Saudi side Al-Qadsiah. Separately, Chelsea have set a Friday deadline for clubs to meet their £120M valuation of Enzo Fernández, with sources confirming the club is open to selling.

Championship Focus: West Ham will play in the Championship for the first time in 14 years following relegation; BBC Sport analyses their squad depth and chances of an immediate return. Meanwhile, the EFL's 3pm blackout has been suspended for this weekend, allowing 25 Championship matches to be broadcast live—a one-off experiment as BBC Sport explains.

Off-Pitch Politics: The Football Association of Ireland has withdrawn its support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino, joining a growing chorus of dissent from European associations, while the Irish FA confirms it backs UEFA's stance.

Transfer Rumours: Former Tottenham midfielder Jamie O'Hara has urged Spurs to sign Marcus Rashford from Manchester United, claiming Roberto De Zerbi's style is perfect for the forward to reignite his form after stagnating at Old Trafford.

The Hundred: The 2026 Eliminators and Finals schedule has been announced as the cricket competition reaches its climax, with two Eliminators set for early September preceding the men's and women's Finals at Lord's and the Oval.