Football/Soccer 8 Hours

Last updated: July 31, 2026, 5:30 AM ET

Club Signings and Transfers

Real Madrid secured the signing of forward Carlos Espí from Levante on a five-year contract. Arsenal are increasingly confident of bringing in Bruno Guimarães from Newcastle United, following the departure of manager Eddie Howe. West Ham are in discussions with Celtic regarding the potential transfer of midfielder Arne Engels. Marcus Rashford has returned to Manchester United after his loan spell at Barcelona concluded ahead of the new Premier League season.

International and National Team News

Former striker Diego Forlán has been appointed as the interim head coach for Uruguay's national team, a role he will hold until March 2027. Cole Palmer admitted to falling asleep at halftime during England's World Cup match against Mexico, despite being part of the squad. Casemiro, now at Inter Miami the "god of football" and expressed his desire to help the Argentine win more trophies.

Club Kit and Managerial Moves

Manchester City 2026-27 away kit, featuring a bee motif. Hayden Mullins as Fulham Under-21 boss to take over as head coach of League Two side Newport County. Arne Slot is prioritizing a return to club management in Europe's top leagues, despite being linked with a move to Al Ahli.

League Previews and Player Updates

The Scottish Premiership is set to begin with a full season preview available. Chelsea and England forward Aggie Beever-Jones reflected on her "hardest" previous season and the significant decisions she faced regarding her future. Premier League clubs are assessing the impact of the recent World Cup workload on their players.

Fifa Governance and Controversies

Fifa issued a statement asserting that "nobody is selling football" and intends to continue its consultation process for plans to sell stakes in its competitions to private investors. The Asian Football Confederation has aligned itself with Uefa and Concacaf in opposing Fifa's proposal. Fifa president Gianni Infantino faces scrutiny over clashes with unions and European football, but remains in a powerful position. Uefa has threatened to if Fifa proceeds with its investment plan.

Obituaries and Tributes

AC Milan and Italy mourn the loss of legendary defender Franco Baresi, who has died at the age of. The club announced his passing, sending shockwaves through the football world. Baresi was a celebrated figure for both AC Milan and the Italian national team throughout his distinguished career.