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Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso expressed on Friday that new signing Maxence Lacroix brings a winner's mentality and will bolster the team's defense, commending his 'tough personality.'

The Chinese Football Association announced on July 31 the latest women's football training squad for the 20th Asian Games, with a training camp from August 7 to October 3 in Suzhou and Japan. Head coach Ante Milicic and team manager Zheng Chaoyong head a 26-player roster featuring Wang Shuang, Shao Ziqin, Peng Shimeng, Wu Haiyan, and others from clubs across China and Benfica in Portugal.

According to Diario Sport, Herrera has established himself as the core leader in Zaragoza's dressing room since joining, wearing the captain's armband in the match against Utebo. His role as first captain depends on Francho's departure, with a vote to decide, while the third and fourth captains will be appointed by the club and coaching staff. His skills, vision, and tactical awareness are vital, and he mentors young players like Pinilla.

Real Madrid are monitoring Yan Diao Mane, who completed 118 dribbles last season, double Michael Olise's tally, showcasing his potential as a dynamic wide threat.

Tim MacMahon reports that Tilman Fertitta has stepped back from the Rockets' daily operations after the Chris Paul trade setback, while retaining final approval authority.

Gilgeous-Alexander tops the 2025-26 regular-season fourth-quarter usage-rate rankings at 39.3%, ahead of Brown and Antetokounmpo among players with at least 100 fourth-quarter minutes.

According to a report by Le Parisien on July 31, FIFA's sale plan pushed by Infantino has triggered threats from six countries—France, Italy, England, Portugal, Spain, and host Poland—to withdraw from the U20 Women's World Cup if not rescinded by end of September. UEFA has declared all its national teams will boycott FIFA events. With the tournament starting September 5 and only 14 days left for member feedback, the opposition has reached 90 associations, and 15 more could change the outcome.

NBA Memes labeled James Harden and Chris Paul one of the greatest duos never to win a championship after their Rockets teams were eliminated by the Warriors twice in the playoffs.

Kahn criticizes FIFA for selling shares in the World Cup's commercial broadcasting rights, calling it not true progress. FIFA plans to merge its major tournaments into a new company, FFE, selling a minority stake valued at around $20 billion to generate billions in additional revenue. Kahn acknowledges the importance of the economy but insists the World Cup belongs to players, coaches, and fans, not investment bankers. He also criticizes the expansion of the World Cup to 48 teams, the Club World Cup's enlargement, and the increase in match numbers.

Celtics player Baylor Scheierman posted a training photo on social media. In this season's playoffs, the Celtics lost 3-4, ending their run in the Eastern Conference first round. During the 2025-26 playoffs, Scheierman averaged 4.3 points, 2.9 rebounds, 0.6 assists, and 0.9 steals per game.

Hoeness said Bayern will retain Harry Kane, Michael Olise and Luis Diaz, backed Max Eberl's contract extension, and warned that European teams could boycott the World Cup over Infantino's investment plan.

American trainer Aaron Miller shared a video of Reed Sheppard's three-point shooting workout, with the guard averaging 13.5 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 3.4 assists last season.

ESPN's Tim MacMahon reports that Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta has stepped back from day-to-day team matters after the Chris Paul trade, keeping only final decision-making authority.

Atletico Madrid plans to sign Ferran Torres on a free transfer next year as his Barcelona contract enters its final year. Barcelona is pushing for an extension but remains unresolved, while PSG also shows strong interest. If no renewal by year-end, Torres can negotiate with other clubs from January.

Arsenal officially confirmed that Gabriel and Martinelli have returned to team training.

Real Madrid are accelerating talks to sign RB Leipzig defender Yann Diomande, aiming to finalize the deal before Saturday. The club held new negotiations with Leipzig on Friday, hoping to conclude before the team's departure for Austria. Diomande remains with the squad, with his professional conduct awaiting an agreement.

Worst paint shooting percentage in the 25-26 regular season (minimum 100 attempts): Tari Eason 26.2%, Bilal Coulibaly 27.5%, Daniss Jenkins 30.0%, Bruce Brown 30.2%, Keyontae George 33.9%, Jamal Shead 34.4%, V.J. Edgecombe 34.5%, Jarace Walker...

Data blogger Clutch Numbers has listed the lowest paint field goal percentages in the 25-26 regular season, requiring at least 100 paint attempts. Tari Eason is last at 26.2%, followed by Bilal Coulibaly at 27.5%, Daishen Jenkins at 30.0%, Bruce Brown at 30.2%, and others through Paolo Banchero at 35.8%.

Manchester City has made a formal bid for Marseille goalkeeper Pau Lopez, with no major obstacles to a deal. Marseille, facing budget constraints and player departures, targets Toulouse's Restes as a replacement. Lopez, 34, is open to a backup role, while Marseille seeks a successor first.

Arsenal are set to make a decisive move for Bruno Guimaraes, ready to meet Newcastle's asking price after an initial bid of over £70 million was turned down. Eddie Howe's possible exit increases the likelihood of a swift agreement.