Football/Soccer 8 Hours

Last updated: August 25, 2026, 3:13 AM ET

Premier League

Liverpool’s season opener exposed familiar frailties, as the Reds struggled in the draw against Manchester United. New coach Arne Slot has work cut out for him, with the performance resembling last season’s poor showing. The VAR review of Liverpool’s late penalty, which bailed them out, drew scrutiny from referee analyst Andy Davies. Gab Marcotti’s Monday Musings note that Liverpool were lucky to escape and remain half-baked, while José Mourinho secured a vintage, ugly win for Real Madrid.

MLS & NWSL

Inter Miami’s form is slipping, with Lionel Messi’s side falling off the pace in ESPN’s latest MLS Power Rankings, while Nashville SC continue to impress. In the NWSL, Gotham FC remain No. 1 despite a draw with Angel City, and the Orlando Pride snapped their losing streak with a win over Washington Spirit.

Boxing & USL

Chantelle Cameron is confident ahead of her unification bout with Mikaela Mayer in Birmingham on Saturday, insisting it will take someone special to beat her and that Mayer isn’t that fighter. Elsewhere, Amanda Vandervort has stepped down as USL Super League president, with the United Soccer League announcing her departure “to pursue other opportunities.”