Football/Soccer 8 Hours

Last updated: July 15, 2026, 8:30 AM ET

World Cup Semifinals and Player Standouts

Spain booked their in the 2026 World Cup final after a dominant semifinal victory over France, who. European champions Spain produced a masterclass in their 2-0 win, leading Kylian Mbappé to criticize tactics following France's exit. The French media of their national team's performance. Didier Deschamps' tenure with France will conclude in the third-place play-off. England faces Argentina in their biggest match since 1966, with Wayne Rooney the best player at the tournament so far. Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni not to mix politics with football ahead of the crucial semifinal.

USMNT Coaching Search and Player Reactions

Amidst speculation about potential coaching changes, the USMNT finds itself with a pool of 11 potential candidates if Mauricio Pochettino departs as head coach. USMNT goalkeeper Matt Freese regarding criticism following the team's elimination from the 2026 World Cup after a 4-1 loss to Belgium in the round of. One perspective suggests that the U.S. might actually be making progress, and perhaps luck has simply not been on their side in recent matches. Juventus is reportedly considering a move for USMNT striker Folarin Balogun.

Club Signings and Transfer Rumors

Birmingham City has completed the signing of Manchester United defender Millie Turner for an undisclosed six-figure fee. Newly promoted Crystal Palace has secured striker Bethany England on a free transfer. London City Lionesses have signed French forward Kadidiatou Diani from Lyon on a three-year deal for more than £500,000. Coventry City is reportedly closing in on a deal worth over £17 million for Eintracht Frankfurt defender Aurele Amenda. Bournemouth is in discussions to sign Benfica and Portugal defender Antonio Silva. Arsenal remains interested in Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez and is exploring a move for Tzolis. Liverpool, Chelsea, and Tottenham Hotspur are all reportedly Andreas Schjelderup. Midfielder Harry Winks has to join Italian side Cagliari. Rangers are in talks with Leicester over winger Mavididi, while Celtic is among the clubs interested in Utrecht forward.

Other Football News and Event Notes

Morecambe has become the first club to face action from the new independent football regulator after their owners failed to respond to requests for information. The R&A chief executive has confirmed that plans are "under review" regarding whether to change Sunday's final-round tee times at The Open should England reach the FIFA World Cup final. Rory McIlroy has backed Tommy Fleetwood to effectively handle the pressure of playing in The Open in his hometown. England's rugby players have revealed they will avoid wearing national shirts in Argentina this week ahead of their Nations Championship Test.