Netflix wins exclusive 2030 World Cup broadcast rights in Spain and Andorra
The deal expands Netflix's live sports portfolio and marks a major shift in how FIFA sells World Cup rights in co-host markets.
USA Today · +13 outlets
FIFA proposes $6.3bn funding boost for global soccer development, $25m per association
The proposed increase would substantially raise FIFA's member-association payouts if approved by its ruling bodies.
BBC · +4 outlets
PSG beat Man City 4-2 at the Etihad in Champions League clash
The win cements PSG's standing as Europe's benchmark and deepens scrutiny of Man City after their financial rule breaches.
ESPN · +14 outlets
Real Madrid score three goals in seven minutes to beat Roma 4-3 in Champions League
A late set-piece blitz rescued Mourinho's side on his return to the Olimpico, masking a shaky Madrid performance.
ESPN · +14 outlets
Vinicius Jr handed four-game ban for hair-pull red card, will miss El Clasico
The suspension removes Real Madrid's key attacker from the season's highest-profile LaLiga fixture against Barcelona.
ESPN · +14 outlets
FIFA set to change rules after Balogun World Cup red card reversal
FIFA sources say the rules will be amended to prevent a repeat of the disputed suspension reversal involving the USMNT forward.
ESPN · +14 outlets
Man United assessing Lisandro Martinez comments as defender attacks club hierarchy
The Argentina defender's criticism after the Atletico defeat has turned attention on Man United's directors and sporting leadership.
ESPN · +14 outlets
Athletic reports Infantino received undisclosed $1.7m World Cup payment
The report adds to scrutiny of FIFA's president, following separate claims about a Trump-linked call over Balogun's red card.
Reuters · +8 outlets
Man United beaten 2-0 by Atletico Madrid, winless run stretches to five
United conceded in the opening minute and finished with ten men after Leny Yoro's red card, increasing pressure on the team.
BBC · +13 outlets
Barcola scores first Liverpool hat trick in 6-3 Champions League rout of LASK
The summer signing's breakout performance gives Liverpool two wins from two in the league phase.
BBC · +14 outlets
Nielsen data shows US soccer fandom and viewership surging after 2026 World Cup
Post-tournament audience growth among young viewers is being tracked closely by MLS, the Premier League and their broadcast partners.
The Source Magazine · +14 outlets
Man City fallout deepens as Burnham meetings emerge and regulator defends independence
The independent regulator says he would resign over political interference as scrutiny grows after Man City were found guilty of Premier League rule breaches.
BBC · +1 outlets
Club Brugge beat Inter 4-3 as Tresoldi hat trick extends Inter's losing run to four
Inter's defeat sets unwanted Champions League records for the club and for Italian sides.
BBC · +7 outlets
USWNT rally for 2-2 draw with Spain in friendly
Ashley Sanchez and Mallory Swanson led a second-half comeback after the USWNT again surrendered a two-goal lead to Spain.
ESPN · +9 outlets
Arsenal beat Lille 3-0 as Saka shines off the bench
Arsenal's substitutes made the difference again, though concerns persist over Viktor Gyokeres' form.
BBC · +14 outlets
Barcelona thrash Galatasaray 4-1 as Yamal breaks Champions League record
Anthony Gordon scored his first Champions League goal for the club and Lamine Yamal became the youngest player to 25 goal contributions.
BBC · +14 outlets
Bayern Munich held 3-3 by Viking as Bodo/Glimt beat Dortmund
Viking scored a 90th-minute equaliser for one of the biggest results in the club's history, while Bodo/Glimt followed up with a 1-0 win over Dortmund.
BBC
Aston Villa thrash Fenerbahce 6-0 for biggest European win
Nicolas Jackson and Ross Barkley both scored twice as Villa rewrote their European record books.
BBC