Football/Soccer 8 Hours

Last updated: August 12, 2026, 12:29 PM ET

Transfer Window

Inter Milan are progressing in talks with Tottenham over a deal for Djed Spence, with a fee of £25.6m (€30m) reportedly in play. Sources confirm the negotiations are advancing, with the full-back expected to move to Serie A. Across London, Arsenal have reignited their interest in Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa, who is considered the club's preferred central defensive target. Aston Villa themselves are closing in on Atletico Madrid's Matteo Ruggeri, while Crystal Palace saw a verbal bid for Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara rejected.

Manchester City have completed the signing of Argentina goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli from Marseille, adding depth behind Gianluigi Donnarumma. Chelsea have continued their busy window, snapping up left-back Pep Chavarría from Rayo Vallecano for £16m, with the 24-year-old becoming the ninth first-team addition at Stamford Bridge. The Blues' business has been graded a B for the "King of Duels" signing. Meanwhile, Barcelona have granted Ferran Torres permission to skip training while they finalise his move to Paris Saint-Germain, with a source confirming negotiations are ongoing.

Wrexham have signed Sunderland goalkeeper Anthony Patterson in a deal that could break the club's transfer record. CF Montréal have brought in Chilean forward Alexis Sánchez on a Designated Player contract. In Italy, Inter Milan are also talking with Tottenham for Djed Spence, though the deal is separate from the full-back's £25.6m valuation. Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca is keen to be reunited with Chelsea duo Enzo Fernandez and Pedro Neto, according to Transfer Talk. Paul Pogba is expected to leave Monaco amid talks over a possible contract termination, while the Premier League's relegated trio—West Ham, Burnley and Wolves—face a tough Championship season.

Club News & Fixtures

Rangers manager Derek McInnes says the club is "playing with fire" in defence amid injury concerns and is being "proactive" in seeking a new striker after Youssef Chermiti's long-term absence. Everton's Martin Sherif has been charged by the FA with breaching betting rules after allegedly placing 61 bets on football matches. Birmingham City have sold over 20,000 season tickets as manager Chris Davies changes his approach for the Championship. Derry City interim boss Mark Connolly has reiterated that James McClean remains employed by the club despite speculation.

In pre-season, Newcastle take on Everton with team news live here. The 2026-27 EFL season is back with new play-off changes, managers and star players, previewed in our season preview. All 12 Scottish Premiership clubs will enter a legends edition of the cult indoor tournament Tennent's Soccer Sixes later this year.

La Liga & International

La Liga officials will inspect Celta Vigo's pitch at Estadio de Balaidos after a suspected fungus outbreak. Barcelona and Real Madrid have released their 2026-27 third kits, adding a new layer to the El Clásico rivalry. In a bizarre twist, Barcelona will play Montpellier during a solar eclipse in Spain, with players advised to keep their eyes on the ball.

The South Korean FA has apologised amid a police raid over a scandal involving sexual favours for referees. South America will host three matches to kick off the 2030 World Cup, but the region remains lukewarm about its limited role in the centenary tournament. Youri Tielemans credited FIFA's shock decision to suspend Folarin Balogun's red card for inspiring Belgium in their World Cup knockout tie against the United States.

Player News & Tributes

Lionel Messi paid an emotional tribute to his late father on Instagram. The Inter Miami star later admitted he is unsure how much longer he will play, saying he doesn't know how to carry on after his father's death. Messi expressed doubt over whether he will continue his career much longer. In Manchester United news, Youri Tielemans gave his first extended interview on his £35m dream move, saying he owes Villa the world but that United are above them. He admitted he did not expect to leave Aston Villa this summer.

Portland Thorns and USWNT midfielder Olivia Moultrie has been ruled out for the season with an ACL injury. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia returns for PSG in the UEFA Super Cup, reminding everyone he was the best player in Europe last season. The Premier League's 2026-27 kits have been ranked, from Elvis tributes to retro classics. One U21 player to watch from each team is also featured, including a potential youngest-ever for Man United.

Off-Pitch & Other

Kick It Out chair Sanjay Bhandari will step down from his role at the end of the 2026-27 season, as announced by the charity. He will leave the role after leading the organisation through a period of growth, with a separate report confirming his departure. The Community Shield debate continues: is it considered a major trophy? BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team also explain how add-ons work in football transfers. Joe Root, in cricket, removed the curfew for England Test players, but that's a separate sport.