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The month off for the NWSL was exceptionally busy with player movement, major signings and top international performances

Newcastle United were actively pursuing RB Leipzig forward Benjamin Sesko and Brentford’s Yoane Wissa but internal sentiment at St. James' Park suggests that Sesko is edging closer to a move to Manchester United, as revealed by The Daily Mail. This is another massive blow to Newcastle’s recruitment plans given how highly they rate the Slovenian talent.

The Herons host Atlas Wednesday night in their Leagues Cup opener, and De Paul could make his first appearance for Miami

Cristiano Ronaldo once again demonstrated his relentless drive on the pitch, helping Al-Nassr overturn a one-goal deficit to secure a 2-1 victory over French side Toulouse in a friendly held ahead of the new season. The match, played at Untersberg-Arena, saw the Saudi Pro League side show character and resolve, with Ronaldo leading from the front.

Chelsea have reached an agreement worth in excess of €40 million (£34.5m/$46m) to sign Ajax defender Jorrel Hato.

GOAL takes a look at some of the emerging storylines around the USL Championship at the halfway point of the season

Cristiano Ronaldo continues to defy time and expectations as he marked his latest appearance for Al Nassr with a crucial goal, proving yet again that age is just a number. In a pre-season encounter against French side Toulouse FC at the Untersberg-Arena, the Portuguese icon demonstrated his enduring quality by notching the equalizer during the first half of the match.

With the 2026 World Cup less than a year away, GOAL looks at the state of USMNT coaching ahead of next summer

Lamine Yamal and Marcus Rashford are already forming a bond at Barcelona, with the teenage sensation emulating the Manchester United loanee's iconic goal celebration during a training session. Rashford's move to the Spanish champions was the culmination of a long-term effort behind the scenes as the England international had been eager to leave Old Trafford following a breakdown in his relationship with Ruben Amorim.

Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen has received a huge assurance from Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann amid his Barcelona nightmare.

Manchester City defender Josko Gvardiol was spotted taking part in a Croatian Special Forces experience ahead of the new Premier League campaign.

The 31-year-old shot-stopper is in the middle of a summer transfer saga, and a potential MLS move is a new wrinkle

Ruben Amorim is on the lookout for a new starting centre-forward, but the Red Devils have opened talks with the wrong target

Arsenal's new signing Viktor Gyokeres could potentially make his debut for the Gunners in a pre-season friendly against bitter rivals Tottenham.

Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney are targeting an England international with extensive Premier League experience for Wrexham's next summer transfer.

Juventus may look to sell midfielder Weston McKennie as his ongoing contract standoff is blocking other transfer plans.

Hugo Ekitike may have drawn a blank on his first appearance for Liverpool but fellow new signings Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong were both directly involved in goals before youngster Rio Ngumoha put the seal on a 3-1 victory over Yokohama F. Marinos in Wednesday's friendly in Japan.

Atalanta's CEO has confirmed that Inter have submitted an offer for Ademola Lookman and that the player has made clear he wants to leave this summer.

Liverpool legend Ian Rush took part in a moving tribute to Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva ahead of a pre-season friendly in Japan.

Florian Wirtz scored his first goal for Liverpool since completing a £116 million ($156m) British record transfer from Bayer Leverkusen this summer. He opened the scoring for the Reds in a comfortable 3-1 victory over J1 League side Yokohama F Marinos in a pre-season friendly on Wednesday. Trey Nyoni and Rio Ngumoha were the other scorers for the English side.

Thomas Muller will become Vancouver Whitecaps' highest-paid player when he completes his free transfer to the MLS side.

Federico Chiesa is all set to leave Liverpool this summer as he eyes a move back to Italy. The winger has reportedly rejected an offer from Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce because he wants to return to his homeland. Two Italian clubs are keen on signing Chiesa this summer, although they are yet to submit a formal proposal to the Reds.

Marseille forward Mason Greenwood is being tipped to leave this summer in a club record transfer amid interest from Saudi Arabia.

Former Chelsea player and manager Roberto Di Matteo has compared Cole Palmer to Eden Hazard, while claiming the England international could win the Ballon d'Or in the future. The 23-year-old recently starred with a brace in the Club World Cup final as Chelsea beat Paris Saint-Germain to win the title.

USMNT star Christian Pulisic has opened up on life under new coach Massimiliano Allegri at AC Milan and his ambitions for the coming season.

Barcelona’s finances received a major boost from the Congolese government after agreeing a new sponsorship deal.

Manchester United outcast Jadon Sancho has been told he has the potential to be "one of the greatest" if he can fix his mentality and attitude.

England will face Women's Asian Cup winners China in a meeting of continental champions at Wembley in November. The friendly match will serve as a perfect rehearsal for Sarina Wiegman's side ahead of the 2027 Women's World Cup qualifiers, which begin in February. The Lionesses won the 2025 European Championship by beating Spain on penalties in the final.

Jadon Sancho’s future remains up in the air, with Borussia Dortmund reportedly split over whether to make a move for the Manchester United winger.