World Cup final match-winner Ferran Torres makes big-money move to PSG The Spain forward has completed a €50m switch from Barcelona to the two-time reigning Champions League winners The Independent UK · Aug 15
India beat Wales 3-1 to begin FIH Men's Hockey World Cup 2026 campaign with a win India secured a 3-1 victory against Wales in their opening World Cup match. Captain Harmanpreet Singh scored two penalty-corner goals to establish an early lead. India extended their advantage to three goals after the break with another penalty-corner conversion. Wales managed to score a consolation goal in the final minutes… The Economic Times · Aug 15
Enzo Fernandez booed by Chelsea supporters on return to squad after £120m transfer deadline Not the best of receptions for the midfielder Evening Standard · Aug 15
“We were on the ropes at high altitude before I stepped up to take a penalty. I didn’t feel nervous and struck it perfectly into the top corner. That ended up taking us to the World Cup” How Diego Forlan kick-started Uruguay’s 2010 World Cup adventure The former Manchester United striker was a part of the Uruguay side that would go on to reach the semi-finals in South Africa FourFourTwo · Aug 15
Alexis Mac Allister Transfer Declaration Ramps Up Pressure on Andoni Iraola Manchester City had been linked with a stunning swoop for Liverpool’s No. 10. Sports Illustrated · Aug 15
PSG bolsters star-studded attack by signing World Cup winner Ferran Torres from Barcelona Paris Saint-Germain has signed Ferran Torres from Barcelona on a five-year contract. The French club reportedly paid fifty million euros for the World Cup hero. Torres previously played for Barcelona after joining from Manchester City in 2022. He reunites with coach Luis Enrique, who gave him his international debut. This… The Economic Times · Aug 15
Women’s U20 World Cup boycott may hurt in short term but can send Fifa a vital message Women’s football has much to gain from the kind of reforms that threats to snub upcoming tournaments might prompt. Infantino should be taken on The Guardian - UK · Aug 15
Co-captain's brace as Hockeyroos fire up World Cup bid Claire Colwill proved the difference as Australia opening their women's Hockey World Cup campaign with a win over Japan. AAP · Aug 15
Chelsea vs Real Sociedad LIVE: Pre-season friendly result, latest updates and fan reaction Blues conclude pre-season preparations with home friendly against Spanish opposition Evening Standard · Aug 15
Chelsea release Enzo Fernandez footage after Man City miss £120m transfer deadline Interesting timing from the Blues on social media Evening Standard · Aug 15
Jones' nod to Kiss ahead of potential Cup showdown Eddie Jones, the last man to coach Australia at a home Rugby World Cup, has some insights for new Wallabies mentor Les Kiss. AAP · Aug 15
Liverpool handed huge Bradley Barcola transfer boost as £42.7m deal confirmed World Cup star remains Andoni Iraola’s top target this summer Evening Standard · Aug 15
Hockey World Cup 2026 schedule: Check full men’s and women’s matches, timings and where to watch in India India's men's and women's hockey teams commence their World Cup journeys on August 15 and 16. Both squads compete in Pool D, facing strong international opposition in their opening matches. Captain Harmanpreet Singh leads the men's team, aiming for a historic World Cup victory. The women's team, under Salima Tete,… The Economic Times · Aug 15
SFA warned taking on ‘vengeful’ FIFA president could cost Scottish football millions The SFA have been warned that falling foul of "vengeful" UEFA president Gianni Infantino could end up costing Scottish football millions… The National (Scotland) · Aug 15
The Economic Times · Aug 15 Pakistan hockey’s slide began at home, says Salman Akbar, points to India’s turnaround Salman Akbar attributes Pakistan's hockey decline to a weak domestic structure. India invested in its grassroots and domestic ecosystem after 2008 Olympic failure. This sustained investment led to significant international successes for Indian hockey. Pakistan's return to the World Cup follows an eight-year absence from the event. The upcoming India-Pakistan…
The National (Scotland) · Aug 15 Call to increase funding for refugee football - and boost Scotland's World Cup hopes The organiser of the Refugee World Cup believes Scotland can boost their World Cup qualification hopes by increasing funding for migrant football.
The National (Scotland) · Aug 15 Sarah Robertson: We've made history by getting to this World Cup Scotland hockey captain Sarah Robertson knows her side has made history by getting to this Hockey World Cup and she's optimistic her side can…
What Hi-Fi? · Aug 15 How to watch FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 online from anywhere: FREE live streams, TV channels, schedule All the ways to watch FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 live streams online and from anywhere in the world, including FREE options.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 15 Man Utd vs. AC Milan: Preview, Predictions and Lineups The Red Devils will encounter a familiar face on the touchline in Poland on Saturday.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 15 Chelsea vs. Real Sociedad: Preview, Predictions and Lineups The Blues are back at Stamford Bridge for their final friendly of preseason.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 14 Raúl Jiménez’s injury-time penalty salvages point for Wolves against Blackburn Wolves drew 2-2 against Blackburn in the Championship season opener after Raúl Jiménez scored a spot-kick deep in stoppage time
Sports Illustrated · Aug 14 The Top Five 2026 MLS Cup Contenders—Ranked As the 2026 MLS season enters its second half, teams are beginning to dream of December glory.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 14 As Faith in USMNT Star Christian Pulisic Shrinks, One Prominent Figure Still Believes “Captain America” is still sidelined with an injury he suffered during his lackluster World Cup campaign.
The Economic Times · Aug 14 La Liga kicks off tonight, but Barcelona and Real Madrid willhave to wait another week to begin their campaigns La Liga kicks off this weekend, even as several matches have been pushed back. The defending champions, Barcelona, along with Real Madrid, will launch their seasons next week. Celta Vigo faces a delay for their home opener due to a fungal issue on the pitch. In the meantime, Atletico Madrid…
The Guardian - UK · Aug 14 Europe’s top clubs threatened Club World Cup boycott before Fifa plan collapsed Europe’s leading clubs threatened not to participate in future Club World Cups unless Gianni Infantino withdrew his Fifa Forward Enterprise scheme, issuing their ultimatum hours before the plan was scrapped