Football/Soccer 8 Hours

Last updated: August 8, 2026, 6:16 PM ET

Governing Body

FIFA strongly criticized a campaign to oust President Gianni Infantino. Infantino denied a UEFA payment to an alleged lover.

In Memoriam

Jorge Messi, Lionel Messi’s father, died Saturday at a Rosario hospital at age.

Transfer Buzz

Barcelona increased their bid for Rodri. Rodri is valued at over €70M by Manchester City, who will not sanction a cut-price exit. Ferran Torres told Barça he wants to join PSG. Simeone insists Atlético Madrid’s stance on Julián Álvarez is unchanged. Pio Esposito is wanted by Arsenal and Manchester United. Sergi Roberto signed for the LA Galaxy. Salah and Vozinha featured in amazing transfer unveilings.

Preseason Roundup

Rashford will rejoin Manchester United’s preseason camp in Ireland. Wissa scored twice to give Newcastle boss Matthias Jaissle a winning start against 10-man Valencia. Wissa & Toure starred in the player ratings. Hornicek and Bamba were handed debuts by Jaissle. Wissa’s double completed the comeback. Mbeumo earned Man Utd a 1-1 draw with PSG, showing “good signs.” Tielemans impressed on debut against PSG. Garcia hopes Xabi Alonso’s Chelsea finish second to Liverpool.

Competitive Action

Algeria reached the Women’s World Cup for the first time by defeating Ivory Coast 2-1. Phillips scored again as St Mirren went top of the Premiership. St Mirren have two wins from two, fuelling their strong start. Burnley edged Notts County on penalties in the Carabao Cup first round. Bevan scored a double as Dundee crushed Aberdeen 2-0.