Football/Soccer 8 Hours

Last updated: July 24, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

International Soccer News

Mark van Bommel has been appointed the new head coach of Belgium's national team following their World Cup quarterfinal appearance taken over. In other coaching news, Jürgen Klopp's future in management remains a topic of discussion, with questions arising about whether the former Liverpool manager needs a new challenge after his tenure at Anfield consider coaching. Meanwhile, Argentina's Nicolás Otamendi has announced his retirement from international duty at the age of 38. Senegal's appeal against the decision to strip them of their Africa Cup of Nations title is scheduled to be heard on October 8.

Club Soccer Developments

Barcelona has unveiled their 2026-27 away kit, continuing their collaborative partnership with Kobe Bryant's signature brand unveiled kit. In the transfer market, RB Leipzig has reportedly rejected an £85.4 million bid from Real Madrid for striker Yan Diomande rejected bid. Real Madrid is also reportedly confident in their pursuit of Rodri from Manchester City, while Arsenal is exploring a player-plus-cash deal for Atlético Madrid's Julian Alvarez. Crystal Palace is showing interest in signing young Brest defender Raphael le Guen want defender.

League and Federation Updates

Liga MX has announced Francisco Iturbide as its new president, succeeding Mikel Arriola, who will now serve as commissioner of the Mexican Football Federation announced president. The Mexican women's top-flight league, Liga MX Femenil, has undergone a rebrand to Liga Femenil BBVA and has also modified its regular season format.

Other Sports Briefings

In golf, Jenny Shin has established a commanding five-shot lead at the ISPS HANDA Women's Scottish Open took lead. Michael Kim achieved a remarkable 12-under par 59 at the 3M Open, falling just one shot short of a PGA Tour record shot 59. On the darts circuit, Gian van Veen defeated James Wade 16-13 to secure a semi-final spot against Gerwyn Price at the World Matchplay book showdown. In cricket, the Birmingham Phoenix suffered a heavy nine-wicket defeat in The Hundred after being skittled for just 64 by the Trent Rockets skittled for 64. In boxing, Anthony Joshua weighed in at 251lbs for his bout against Kristian Prenga, while Tyson Fury expressed doubt about Joshua's willingness to fight him weighs in. Formula 1 driver Fernando Alonso reported his Aston Martin was "much better" following a significant upgrade package during practice for the Hungarian Grand Prix.