Football/Soccer 8 Hours

Last updated: July 24, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

International Football News & Transfers

Liga MX Femenil announced a rebrand to Liga Femenil BBVA, also altering its regular season format. Francisco Iturbide was named the new president of Liga MX, succeeding Mikel Arriola who will now serve as commissioner of the Mexican Football Federation. Argentina's veteran centre-back Nicolás Otamendi from international duty at 38 years old. In coaching news, former Netherlands international Mark van Bommel has taken over as head coach for the Belgium national team. Senegal's appeal against the decision to strip them of their Africa Cup of Nations title.

Club Soccer Developments & Rumors

Barcelona revealed their, featuring a second collaboration with Kobe Bryant's signature brand. Real Madrid reportedly had an £85.4 million bid rejected by RB Leipzig for striker Yan Diomande. Meanwhile, Real Madrid is confident in their pursuit of signing Rodri from Manchester City. Premier League clubs are reportedly plotting a bid for Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins. Arsenal is also looking at a player-plus-cash deal for Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez, and Roma is interested in Fulham winger Oscar Bobb. The Premier League title race is expected to be a compelling one, even this far out from the new season.

Other Soccer & Sports Updates

The International Olympic Committee will not investigate allegations that FIFA president Gianni Infantino breached Olympic rules regarding political neutrality in his dealings with former U.S. President Donald Trump. The USWNT's participation in the 2027 Women's World Cup remains a question as the one-year mark to the tournament approaches. In golf, Jenny Shin at the ISPS HANDA Women's Scottish Open, navigating windy conditions at Dundonald Links. In darts, Gian van Veen defeated James Wade 16-13 to book a semi-final showdown with Gerwyn Price at the World Matchplay in Blackpool.