Football/Soccer 8 Hours

Last updated: August 4, 2026, 11:32 PM ET

USMNT and International Soccer News

Mauricio Pochettino has agreed to remain the head coach of the United States men's national team through the 2030 World Cup. The USMNT will play their first matches since the 2026 World Cup during the September/October FIFA international window. These upcoming fixtures will see the team host Peru, Chile, Canada, and Mexico.

Premier League Transfer Rumors and Kit Releases

Crystal Palace is reportedly in advanced negotiations to sign 19-year-old wing-back Zavier Gozo from Real Salt Lake. Mohamed Salah is also in discussions to join Turkish club Trabzonspor following his departure from Liverpool. United pursued more affordable transfer options this summer, while Chelsea, Manchester City, and Tottenham Hotspur all made significant expenditures. Arsenal has unveiled their new third kit for the 2026-27 season, which bears a resemblance to a recent design. Other Premier clubs have also begun releasing their kits for the upcoming 2026-27 campaign. Nottingham Forest is interested in Tijjani Reijnders, while Spurs are targeting Savinho and Nicolas Jackson. Real Madrid is resuming contract discussions with Vinicius Jr. Chelsea is reportedly considering a move for Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa.

MLS and League Operations

Larry Berg will take over as the new MLS commissioner next year, succeeding Don Garber. Inter Miami will be without forward Luis Suárez for the upcoming Leagues Cup due to a lengthy suspension, a blow that head coach Guillermo Hoyos believes is irreplaceable.

FIFA Leadership and Governance

Two senior executives, Arsène Wenger and Mattias Grafström, have distanced themselves from FIFA President Gianni Infantino's unsuccessful plan to sell stakes in the organization. FIFA has been accused of blackmailing Jordan concerning World Cup funds in exchange for their support of Infantino's continued presidency. Gianni Infantino called a meeting with senior leaders amidst mounting criticism of his proposal to divest FIFA's commercial and event operations.

Other Soccer News

Vozinha, who spent much of his career with smaller clubs, maintained a belief that he was destined to play for a "big club."

Cricket News

SunRisers Leeds set the highest score in the history of The Hundred competition, posting 241-2. They went on to secure a comfortable victory over London Spirit.

Tennis News

Jack Draper was visibly emotional during his defeat at the Canadian Open, as an ongoing arm injury appeared to resurface and affect his performance.