Football/Soccer 8 Hours

Last updated: August 5, 2026, 11:32 AM ET

FIFA President Under Fire Amidst Allegations

FIFA president Infantino is facing mounting pressure to resign following a failed plan to sell the World Cup to private investors. Portugal great Figo has publicly joined the calls for Infantino to step down. FIFA has also been accused of blackmailing Jordan over World Cup money in exchange for their support of Infantino's continued presidency. Infantino is scheduled to face senior leaders of football's world governing body on Wednesday to address these matters.

Premier League Club Signings and Transfers

Arsenal reportedly close to completing a significant deal to sign Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimarães Arsenal have agreed to a £75m fee for the midfielder. The Gunners' interest in Guimarães stems from his quality as Newcastle's skipper. Chelsea are also active in the transfer market, with a deal reportedly set to be clinched for Rayo Vallecano left-back Pep Chavarria for a fee of around £16.3m (€19m) plus add-ons. Hull City secured the signing of Greece goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis from Olympiacos on a five-year deal for a club-record fee. Cardiff City is poised to sign midfielder Jack Moylan from fellow Championship club Lincoln City. Crystal Palace is in advanced talks to sign Real Salt Lake's 19-year-old wing-back Zavier Gozo. Tottenham Hotspur has been offered AS Monaco and USMNT striker Folarin Balogun, with the club also reportedly eyeing Victor Osimhen and Nicolas Jackson. Rangers have completed the signing of winger Daisuke Yokota from Hannover. Yokota expressed his hope to create "special memories" at his new club.

Women's Football Developments

Manchester United has appointed Eva Olid, formerly of Hearts, as their new women's manager on a two-year contract with an option for a further 12 months. With the new WSL season approaching, clubs are assessing their transfer business and strategic questions.

International Soccer News and Transfers

Franco Mastantuono is reportedly set to join Fiorentina from Real Madrid on a season-long loan. Mohamed Salah is nearing a move to Turkish club Trabzonspor, having been seen greeted by fans in Istanbul. Trabzonspor is expected to confirm Salah's signing on a free transfer after mutually agreeing to terminate his Liverpool contract a year early Brazilian club Remo has accused Santos star Neymar of provocation following a recent Brazilian Cup game. The United States men's national team's first fixtures since the 2026 World Cup will be in the September/October international window, hosting Peru, Chile, Canada, and Mexico. Miami's head coach expressed that Luis Suárez's lengthy suspension for the Leagues Cup is irreplaceable for the team.

Rugby League and Boxing News

Warrington Wolves and Wigan Warriors are scheduled to play the first-ever Super League fixture in Ireland, taking place in Dublin in April 2027. British boxer Chapman underwent emergency surgery for a bleed on her brain after collapsing during a sparring session in Denmark. Joseph Parker announced his intention to resume his boxing career soon, stating that his suspension following a failed drug test last year has been lifted of "Ted Lasso" featured filming at a real-life NWSL club in the U.S., which plays a role in the show's plot. Long before the EAFC video game franchise, "FIFA International Soccer" was an unexpected bestseller that helped define soccer culture. Experts are questioning the value of "winning the summer transfer window," as clubs spend millions on acquiring top talent. The 2026 summer transfer window is underway, with notable deals being graded, such as Strasbourg receiving a B- for the signing of Reyna.