Football/Soccer 8 Hours

Last updated: August 10, 2026, 6:14 PM ET

Transfer Window

The summer window remains in overdrive. Manchester City are closing in on Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, with ongoing talks confirmed; Chelsea’s Enzo Fernández is also an option. Meanwhile, Barcelona and Real Madrid both want Rodri after his World Cup win, though he may stay at Man City. Tottenham are eyeing a move for Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo if a replacement arrives, and Liverpool have signed Barcelona defender Ronald Araújo on loan with a €55 million option. West Ham signed winger Manor Solomon from Tottenham on a three-year contract. Aston Villa are in talks to sign Bayern Munich midfielder João Palhinha. Crystal Palace is finalizing the transfer of USMNT prospect Zavier Gozo from Real Salt Lake, per a source. In a rare swap, Premier League teams are exchanging Brennan Johnson and Dwight McNeil. Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven signed a new long-term deal, saying the club’s direction is clear. Heart of Midlothian sold Greece winger Alexandros Kyziridis to Turkish club Corum for £1.7 million.

Club News & Ownership

Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis is suing Crystal Palace over a banner depicting him holding a gun to Morgan Gibbs-White’s head. Derby County is “off market” as Turki Alalshikh abandoned his takeover. In the Carabao Cup second-round draw, Nottingham Forest will host Leeds in the only all-Premier League tie. The Scottish FA is holding a summit to encourage clubs to give youth a chance, writes Tom English. On the women’s side, the SWPL player drain to England can still be positive for Scottish football, says managing director Fiona McIntyre.

Manager Comments & Refereeing

Uefa referees’ chief Roberto Rosetti said some VAR reviews “were not connected with football.” Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is still “trying” to add players after Vinícius Jr. opted to stay at Real Madrid. Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola said his side lack energy for 90 minutes after a 3-2 preseason defeat to Monaco. Should Liverpool fans worry about Iraola’s fitness comments? Somali World Cup referee Omar Artan, barred from entering the US, said he is “grateful” for a Super Cup opportunity. Cristiano Ronaldo laughed off false wedding reports that caused fan chaos in Funchal.

Match Results & Standings

Mexico beat the United States 2-0 in the Concacaf U20 final at Estadio Azteca after a suspect red card. In the NWSL, NJ/NY Gotham FC took the top spot in ESPN’s Power Rankings with an unbeaten streak. In The Hundred, Nat Sciver-Brunt scored 32 off 19 balls to lead Trent Rockets Women into the final. The men’s Trent Rockets rely on Manchester Super Giants after a loss to Southern Brave. In boxing, Jarrell Miller could get a WBA title shot against Murat Gassiev. On the golf scene, the Sky Sports Golf Podcast highlights young talent ahead of the PGA Tour playoffs. The Football Daily podcast debates Premier League talking points and a heart-warming fan tale.