Football/Soccer 8 Hours

Last updated: August 11, 2026, 3:13 AM ET

Football Transfers & Rumours

Rangers have agreed a £6.5 million deal for PSV Eindhoven winger Couhaib Driouech and are seeking a loan for a left-back. Mikel Arteta is still “trying” to strengthen his Arsenal squad after Vinícius Jr. opted to stay at Real Madrid. Crystal Palace is finalizing the transfer of U.S. prospect Zavier Gozo from Real Salt Lake. In the Carabao Cup second-round draw, Chelsea will host Luton Town and Tottenham face Charlton Athletic.

Football Governance & Referees

US President Donald Trump has warned FIFA that replacing Gianni Infantino would be a “terrible mistake.” In a separate ESPN report, Trump posted that ousting Infantino would be a mistake, and the BBC covered the same stance. Somali World Cup referee Omar Artan, who was refused entry to the United States, said he is “grateful” for the opportunity to officiate in the Super Cup.

Football Matches & Events

Mexico beat the United States 2-0 to win the Concacaf U20 Championship in a controversial final at the Estadio Azteca. A 7.4-magnitude earthquake in western Colombia has postponed Copa Libertadores and domestic league matches scheduled for this week. False wedding reports caused fan chaos in Funchal after hundreds flocked to a cathedral, only to see a different couple marry; Cristiano Ronaldo laughed off the rumors.

Management & Other Football

Enzo Maresca, Manchester City’s new manager, outlined his plans for following Pep Guardiola, including a captaincy dilemma and an interest in artificial intelligence. Test your knowledge with today’s Premier League star quiz.

Other Sports

Ferrari boss Frederic Vasseur revealed the team’s key improvement areas for the second half of the F1 season as Lewis Hamilton chases the title. At Lingfield Park, Deedaydiva and She Commands look to bounce back in All-Weather racing, live on Sky Sports. Stevie McKenna is “locked in” on a showdown with Callum Walsh after a viral KO win in Dublin. England’s place in the 2027 Cricket World Cup is guaranteed, while West Indies must qualify. In golf, Dewi Weber is ineligible for the home Solheim Cup, while Team Europe prepares to regain the trophy in the Netherlands next month.