World Soccer news

• Exeter squad need time to adapt - Taylor

  16-08-2026 09:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Matt Taylor returned to Exeter City in March after Gary Caldwell left the club [Shutterstock]Exeter City manager Matt Taylor says his side's fans must give his young squad time to adapt to League Two.The Grecians were beaten 1-0 at Grimsby Town in their opening game of the new season on Saturday.The financially-stretched club has seen a host of experienced players leave following their relegation from League One last term, but have been unable to afford to bring in similar replacements.It has le
  
  Read more

• 'Pre-season finale to forget for United'

  16-08-2026 14:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]This was a pre-season finale to forget for Manchester United.Just a week away from their Premier League opener at promoted Hull City on Saturday, Michael Carrick's men took the lead twice against AC Milan before finishing on the wrong end of a 4-2 beating.First, the positives.Marcus Rashford, Kobbie Mainoo and Lisandro Martinez all made their first appearances of pre-season. Skipper Bruno Fernandes and Youri Tielemans played for the full 90 minutes.From the looks of it, there are n
  
  Read more

• Encouraging signs despite Preston defeat

  16-08-2026 14:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Not the start that Paul Heckingbottom would have wanted or the terrific following down the M61 from the Preston faithful.The damage was done long before the final whistle. Two goals conceded, three yellow cards collected, countless offside decisions and barely a meaningful save required from Bolton goalkeeper Jack Bonham painted a picture of a side completely out of sync.A switch to a back four was perhaps forecast during the week, when Heckingbottom suggested that he wants this se
  
  Read more

• Coventry agree deal for Forest striker Awoniyi

  16-08-2026 14:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Awoniyi joined Liverpool in 2015 but did not make a senior appearance[Getty Images]Coventry City have agreed a deal worth about £17m for Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi.The Sky Blues are expected to complete the deal before their Premier League return against Arsenal on Friday.Awoniyi became Forest's then record signing when he joined from Union Berlin in 2022 for £17.2m. The 29-year-old scored 23 goals in 103 games for Forest but has been behind Chris Wood and Igor Jesus in
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• Rogers and Chelsea's blueprint

  16-08-2026 14:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]It took Morgan Rogers only seven minutes to score his first goal in a Chelsea shirt in Saturday's 3-1 friendly win over Real Sociedad as he reacted quickest after Alex Remiro saved Joao Pedro's initial header.The £117m club record signing from Aston Villa initially looked sharp and linked well with Cole Palmer and Pedro in Chelsea's front three.Within 10 minutes of his debut, supporters were already chanting his name.However, it was understandable that Rogers faded as the mat
  
  Read more

• Liverpool linked with surprise move for Mourinho-rejected Real Madrid defender – report

  16-08-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool linked with surprise move for Mourinho-rejected Real Madrid defender – reportRaul Asencio’s future at Real Madrid could become increasingly difficult to ignore in the coming weeks.The defender may want to remain at the Santiago Bernabeu and fight for his place, but according to Defensa Central, his situation under Jose Mourinho leaves him facing a simple question: how much playing time can he realistically expect this season?That question has become more relevant amid conti
  
  Read more

• Ex-Arsenal fan favourite announces retirement at 34

  16-08-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ex-Arsenal fan favourite announces retirement at 34Carl Jenkinson has announced his retirement at 34, reflecting on his confidence, hard work and the privilege of representing the club he loved.Photo by Jamie McDonald/Getty ImagesCarl Jenkinson has announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 34, bringing to an end a career that fulfilled the dream of every Arsenal supporter, from standing on the terraces at Highbury to wearing the shirt in the Champions League.The former Ar
  
  Read more

• Aston Villa agree €35m deal for Parma goalkeeper Zion Suzuki

  16-08-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa agree €35m deal for Parma goalkeeper Zion SuzukiAston Villa have reached an agreement to sign Parma goalkeeper Zion Suzuki for €35 million (£30m) plus bonuses, according to The Athletic.Suzuki is expected to sign a five-year contract and has told Parma he has always wanted to join Villa.The 23-year-old was initially close to joining Paris Saint-Germain, but the deal fell through due to the exorbitant fees demanded by his representatives.Suzuki joined Parma from Sint-T
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• 📸 Arsenal-Man City: the combined XI for the blockbuster clash 🔥

  16-08-2026 13:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 Arsenal-Man City: the combined XI for the blockbuster clash 🔥The first blockbuster of the season!This Sunday afternoon, Arsenal and Manchester City will kick off the English football season with a hugely enticing Community Shield clash.For this first big moment of the season, we couldn’t resist putting together a combined XI of these two Premier League giants.
  This time, we took injuries and players on the verge of leaving into account. So there’s no Rodri, no Timbe
  
  Read more

• 📸 Arsenal-Man City: the combined XI for the blockbuster 🔥

  16-08-2026 13:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 Arsenal-Man City: the combined XI for the blockbuster 🔥The first big clash of the season!This Sunday afternoon, Arsenal and Manchester City will kick off the English football season with a hugely exciting Community Shield clash.For this first big moment of the season, we couldn’t resist putting together a combined XI of these two Premier League giants.
  This time, we took injuries and players on the verge of leaving into account. So there’s no Rodri, no Timber, and n
  
  Read more

• Report: Newcastle United interest in move for Bayern Munich star

  16-08-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Newcastle United interest in move for Bayern Munich starNewcastle Transfer News: Joao Palhinha Back on Radar as Bayern Demand Permanent DealNewcastle United have moved back towards Joao Palhinha as they continue their search for midfield experience, with TeamTalk reporting that Bayern Munich’s stance has reopened the possibility of a deal.The position is relatively clear. Aston Villa tried to sign the Portugal international on a loan with an option to buy, but that approach was rej
  
  Read more

• A Manchester City powerhouse could be valuable for his team in more ways than one

  16-08-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A Manchester City powerhouse could be valuable for his team in more ways than oneElliot Anderson appears to be in line to make his first start for Manchester City in today’s FA Community Shield fixture against Arsenal. The England international was signed by City from Nottingham Forest and he looks destined to become a key component of Enzo Maresca’s side. Speaking yesterday, Enzo Maresca said he could see Elliot Anderson playing in a variety of roles in Manchester City’s midfi
  
  Read more

• Real Madrid forward not expected back from serious injury until early 2027

  16-08-2026 13:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid forward not expected back from serious injury until early 2027Real Madrid have made a signing to add to their squad’s attacking firepower this summer, bringing in Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig.Los Blancos shelled out a massive €140 million to bring the 19-year-old to the Santiago Bernabeu this summer.Jose Mourinho now has a star-studded front three in the form of Kylian Mbappe, Diomande and Vinicius Junior.However, Real Madrid must also remember that they have yet another s
  
  Read more

• Purse has 'fondest of memories' of Cardiff

  16-08-2026 13:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Former Cardiff City defender and youth coach Darren Purse says he will look back on his time with the club with the "fondest of memories" after leaving the Bluebirds this summer.Purse left his position as manager of Cardiff's U21s to take charge of Irish outfit Sligo Rovers in June."Firstly, I'd like to thank everyone at Cardiff City Football Club for giving me the opportunity to represent the football club, firstly as captain and then as U21s manager," he wrote."It's been a hugely
  
  Read more

• Championship: Watford host Southampton in first of two matches

  16-08-2026 13:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Watford host Southampton (13:30 BST) in first of Sunday's two gamesSouthampton playing in Championship for first time since spygate scandalBurnley take on West Ham United (16:00 BST) after both sides were relegated from the Premier LeagueWest Ham playing in the second tier for the first time in 15 yearsWins for Middlesbrough, West Brom, Bolton, QPR, Millwall and Swansea among Saturday's fixturesWrexham play Cardiff in Welsh derby on Monday night as Championship opening weekend concludes Champion
  
  Read more

• Barcelona hope to complete World Cup winner’s signing before Joan Gamper Trophy

  16-08-2026 13:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona hope to complete World Cup winner’s signing before Joan Gamper TrophyBarcelona’s pursuit of Rodri appears to have entered its final stretch, with the club now working towards an outcome that would have seemed difficult to imagine when the summer began: having the Spanish midfielder available for the Joan Gamper Trophy.According to Cadena SER, Barcelona hope Rodri can join the squad in time for the traditional pre-season fixture on Wednesday, August 19. Barcelona have a
  
  Read more

• Arsenal u18s open season with a draw v West Brom

  16-08-2026 13:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal u18s open season with a draw v West BromArsenal opened their 2026-27 Under-18 Premier League South season with a goalless draw away to West Brom, collecting a clean sheet and an away point after a disciplined defensive display.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Arsenal Academy (@officialarsenalacademy)Jack Talbot ensured Arsenal’s under-18s began the new campaign with something to build on, producing a string of important saves as the young Gunners claimed a hard-earned po
  
  Read more

• Maresca's principles mirror Guardiola's

  16-08-2026 13:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has no easy task following Pep Guardiola's impressive 10-year act.For many, his appointment suggests a continuation in tactical approach. But Maresca, despite clearly being inspired by his former mentor, has his own style and it is one we have started to see emerge across pre-season.To understand Maresca's City we need to provide some context about Guardiola's.Guardiola, by some, is mistakenly thought to be strictly married to a singular approac
  
  Read more

• Championship: Watford host Southampton in first of two matches - live text

  16-08-2026 13:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Watford host Southampton (13:30 BST) in first of Sunday's two gamesBurnley take on West Ham United (16:00 BST) later this afternoon after both sides were relegated from the Premier LeagueWest Ham playing in the second tier for the first time in 15 yearsWins for Middlesbrough, West Brom, Bolton, QPR, Millwall and Swansea among Saturday's fixturesWrexham play Cardiff in Welsh derby on Monday night as Championship opening weekend concludes Championship: Watford host Southampton in first of two matc
  
  Read more

• Nantes considering Antoine Kombouaré to replace Michel Der Zakarian after back-to-back Ligue 2 losses

  16-08-2026 13:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nantes considering Antoine Kombouaré to replace Michel Der Zakarian after back-to-back Ligue 2 lossesFC Nantes are considering the dismissal of head coach Michel Der Zakarian should Antoine Kombouaré be available for a third spell in the dugout, according to a report on Sunday from Foot Mercato. Les Canaris are in disarray after losing their first two games of the Ligue 2 campaign following their relegation from the first tier in May. Nantes were powerless against Re
  
  Read more

• Hull's £10m bid for Swansea's Vipotnik 'pathetic'

  16-08-2026 13:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Swansea City forward Andy Robinson described Hull City's bid of approximately £10m for striker Zan Vipotnik as "pathetic".The Swans rejected the Tigers' bid for the Slovenia international - who was the Championship's top scorer with 23 goals last term.BBC Sport Wales pundit Robinson believes Vipotnik is worth at least double the sum offered by Sergej Jakirović's outfit."Hopefully we can keep Vipotnik because his goals, it's quite phenomenal. He scored 25 goals (in all competiti
  
  Read more

• Leandro Trossard makes Besiktas debut in Europa League

  16-08-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leandro Trossard makes Besiktas debut in Europa LeagueThe former Gunner came off the bench as Beşiktaş secured another Europa League qualifying victory and moved within one round of the league phase.Photo by Ahmad Mora/Getty ImagesLeandro Trossard has made his first appearance for Beşiktaş, helping the Turkish club move a step closer to the Europa League group stage this week.The former Arsenal forward came off the bench as Beşiktaş completed the job against Hradec
  
  Read more

• Veteran defender’s Barcelona transfer now only a ‘matter of days’

  16-08-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Veteran defender’s Barcelona transfer now only a ‘matter of days’Barcelona appear to be approaching the end of their wait for Joao Cancelo.For weeks, the Portuguese defender’s future has been tied to one unresolved issue: his departure from Al Hilal. Now, according to Matteo Moretto via MARCA, there is growing confidence that Cancelo could be back in Barcelona in a matter of days, with sources in Saudi Arabia expecting him to travel next week to complete his move.The
  
  Read more

• Maguire wants 'huge threat' Rashford to stay at Man Utd

  16-08-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marcus Rashford has made 426 appearances and scored 138 goals for Manchester United [Getty Images]Manchester United defender Harry Maguire says he hopes Marcus Rashford will stay at Old Trafford because he can improve the team.Rashford came on as a second-half substitute in his first game for United since December 2024 in the 4-2 pre-season defeat by AC Milan in Wroclaw.He produced one moment of skill by the corner flag and also came close to scoring after being given the number nine shirt by Mi
  
  Read more

• Nice to sign Axel Witsel as a free agent

  16-08-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nice to sign Axel Witsel as a free agentOGC Nice are on the verge of securing the signing of experienced Belgium international midfielder Axel Witsel (37), according to L’Equipe. The former Borussia Dortmund and Atlético de Madrid midfielder was a free agent since the expiry of his contract with La Liga side Girona FC. Witsel was part of Rudi Garcia’s Belgium squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Nice and Witsel have reportedly reached an agreement over a one-year contract,
  
  Read more

• Report: Barcelona still pushing hard for Rodri deal

  16-08-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Barcelona still pushing hard for Rodri dealRodri transfer latest as Barcelona close in on Manchester City agreementBarcelona’s pursuit of Rodri has moved into a more serious phase, with TeamTalk reporting that a third offer has now been lodged for the Manchester City midfielder. The latest proposal is said to be worth around €70million (£60m), a notable increase on previous attempts, but it still falls short of City’s asking price.There is a growing sense that this
  
  Read more

• Defensive injuries open door for Real Madrid summer signing to start La Liga opener

  16-08-2026 12:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Defensive injuries open door for Real Madrid summer signing to start La Liga openerIbrahima Konate has barely arrived at Real Madrid, but circumstances could already hand him one of the biggest opportunities available to a new signing: a place in the starting XI for the opening La Liga match against Espanyol.According to AS, injuries to Eder Militao and Raul Asencio have left Jose Mourinho with limited options at the heart of the defence. Konate’s arrival, therefore, comes at a partic
  
  Read more

• Arsenal 20yo joins St Mirren on loan

  16-08-2026 12:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal 20yo joins St Mirren on loanThe 20-year-old winger has completed a season-long loan after St Mirren won the race for his signature, with Mikel Arteta giving the final approval.Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty ImagesIsmeal Kabia will spend the season in the Scottish Premiership after Arsenal confirmed the 20-year-old has joined St Mirren on loan.The winger has completed a season-long move to St Mirren for the 2026-27 campaign after attracting interest from clubs in Scotland, England and elsew
  
  Read more

• 🚨 Referees confirmed for Monday's Segunda División matches

  16-08-2026 12:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Referees confirmed for Monday's Segunda División matchesReferees have already been appointed for the Segunda División matches on Monday, August 17.The RFEF has assigned Abraham Domínguez, with Raúl M. González on VAR, for the match that kicks off the slate at 19:00. They will officiate Sporting-Sabadell at El Molinón.Alejandro Ojaos and Luis Mario Milla (VAR) will officiate Almería-Eldense at 21:30.This article was translated into Englis
  
  Read more

• 🎥 This goalkeeper’s crazy howler in MLS 😭

  16-08-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 This goalkeeper’s crazy howler in MLS 😭We are still trying to understand.It was a difficult MLS night for Lionel Messi and his Inter Miami teammates.Heavily beaten by Nashville (4-1), the Florida club experienced two major incidents during the match.First of all, Leo Messi missed his third penalty in a row, wasting the chance to bring Miami level.But the image of the match unfortunately came from their goalkeeper, Rocco Ríos Novo.From a long clearance by Nashville,
  
  Read more

Follow @WorldSoccerUSA on Twitter!