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Infantino issued a statement after the 2026 World Cup, rebuking critics as 'consumed by hatred' and urging them to watch a match. He defended the tournament's organization, addressing controversies over visas, Trump's intervention, and more, claiming zero violence and 7 million attendees, while calling for football unity beyond hatred.

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Messi misses All-Star Game for second consecutive year, exempt from punishment. Last year he was suspended for absence; this year the league adjusted policy due to World Cup, allowing him and De Paul to skip. Additionally, Mbokazi and Cuypers are also excused. Replacement players list announced; Son Heung-min and other stars will participate.

Two transfer moves in Australian football: 35-year-old veteran Leckie extends with Melbourne City until 2026-27, overcoming injury to become a four-time World Cup international; 24-year-old former league MVP Milanovic returns to Western Sydney Wanderers on a three-year deal after an underwhelming stint at Aberdeen, aiming to rediscover his form in the A-League.

Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi has made it clear that any player who is not happy or proud to play for Tottenham should leave. With the club investing £237 million in a rebuild and facing transfer speculation over midfielder Lucas Bergvall, De Zerbi stressed that players must stay with pride and happiness, and revealed that the team will continue to reinforce the attack line.

Pep Guardiola has declined an offer from the Italian Football Federation to become their next head coach, deciding to take at least a year off before considering a return to football. Sources say the former Manchester City boss is prioritizing his personal life but is open to managing a national team in the future. Italy has also approached Carlo Ancelotti without success, with Roberto Mancini, Andrea Pirlo, and Antonio Conte among the alternatives.

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LeBron James, 41, officially announced his move to the 76ers, signing a two-year, $8 million contract (with a player option) to join forces with Embiid, Jaylen Brown, and Maxey, forming a star-studded quartet. This blockbuster signing makes the 76ers one of the most anticipated title contenders for the new season, and James embarks on a new chapter in his career.

The Premier League summer transfer window is in full swing, with several top clubs changing managers and making big-money signings: Tottenham spent £240m, Chelsea £117m on Rogers, and Manchester City £116m on Anderson. Liverpool and Arsenal have been relatively quiet, while Manchester United and Newcastle have made moves. The new season's competition is heating up, but traditional powerhouses remain the title favorites, with the window's remaining developments set to determine the final landscape.

The IOC has rejected a complaint from human rights group FairSquare against FIFA President Infantino, citing lack of jurisdiction as the matter pertains to FIFA's internal governance. The complaint stemmed from Trump's lobbying to suspend a World Cup ban on U.S. forward Balogun, while a separate similar complaint has been filed with FIFA's ethics committee.

The 2026/27 global football schedule is released: Due to the World Cup, the Big Five leagues are delayed by one week, starting from mid-August to the end of the month. La Liga and Ligue 1 kick off on August 16, with the Bundesliga closing on August 28. The Champions League group stage begins September 8, with the final on June 5 in Madrid. The Scottish Premiership starts earliest on July 31. Asian leagues continue with cross-year or calendar-year formats. All adjustments are made to provide rest for World Cup players.

Real Madrid midfielder Valverde eagerly anticipates growing under Mourinho, stating he will absorb every bit of knowledge from the Special One. He returns to pre-season training, emphasizing that the primary goal for the new season is to win titles. Mourinho has named Valverde as next season's captain, a role the Uruguayan feels honored by, and says he will cherish every moment of improvement with the coaching team.

Arsenal officially confirmed that defender Saliba's back injury does not require surgery but needs long-term rehabilitation. He was injured in the Euro semifinal, having had similar issues before the World Cup. As a key figure in last season's Premier League title and Champions League final run, he made 50 appearances. His absence will impact the team's title defense, starting with the first match against Coventry City on August 22.

Italian Football Federation President Gravina confirms Guardiola is among the candidates for the men's national team coaching job and suggests willingness to break budget limits to land the Spanish tactician. After World Cup playoff defeat, Italy misses third straight finals and remains without a coach. Guardiola is a free agent but talks are reportedly brief, as he prefers a hiatus.

Garnacho is set to join Aston Villa on loan with a mandatory buyout clause (triggered after reaching a certain number of appearances). His average performance last season led to his World Cup exclusion. Villa has also completed Rogers' record-breaking transfer for a British player, Tielemans' departure, and Manzanby's arrival.

Manchester United's season ticket account restrictions aimed at combating scalpers have triggered a joint protest from four major fan organizations. The groups criticize the policy as overly harsh and procedurally unfair, fearing it will harm the rights of innocent long-term supporters. They demand the club suspend enforcement and enhance transparent dialogue. The club has so far declined to comment.

According to reporter Aryan, the suspense over LeBron James' next team is nearing its end, with his team expected to make a decision between this weekend and early next week, and the Miami Heat being seen as the most likely destination. A league source claims James' move to the Heat is almost a done deal, but James' team has yet to respond, with outsiders believing it will alter the league's title race.

Spain has become the first country ever to simultaneously hold both the men's and women's World Cup titles, thanks to a unified system of coach education, youth development, and possession-based philosophy. From youth teams to senior sides, the same tactical style runs throughout, with Barcelona's La Masia providing core players and other clubs also contributing talent. This institutionalized inheritance and team-first ethos allow Spanish football to continuously dominate world football at all levels.

West Ham have agreed a £68 million deal with Al-Hilal for Crysencio Summerville. The 24-year-old Dutch international decided to leave after the club's relegation, with the Saudi club's offer far surpassing those from Roma, Manchester United, and other suitors. He will end his six-year career in England and move to the Saudi Pro League.

Wout Franken's Hearts tenure started with a nightmare as they lost 4-0 to Sturm Graz in the first leg of Champions League qualifying. Set-piece failures at the start of both halves doomed the visitors, who now face a near-impossible task in the return leg and are all but relegated to the Europa League.