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Lille's Matias Fernandez-Pardo is a summer transfer target for both Arsenal and Newcastle United, with reports of a €70 million asking price and a formal €45 million bid. The 21-year-old Belgian forward wants to leave, but Lille president Olivier Letang is reportedly reluctant to sell.
Tame Impala has announced a series of UK and European tour dates for 2027, including three UK arena shows and several festival appearances, with support from Wet Leg. The tour follows the release of the album Deadbeat and includes special 'in the round' production.
UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin has said he will not run against FIFA president Gianni Infantino, but warned that Infantino must either recognize he has lost support or face a challenger in March's election. The warning follows the abandoned plan to sell World Cup stakes to private investors, which drew accusations of 'deception' from three confederations. Ceferin also faced criticism over Donald Trump's intervention in a red-card decision, while FIFA president Gianni Infantino continued to court support among smaller football nations.
Aston Villa's Premier League opener ended in a 4-0 defeat at Brighton, with Joao Gomes sent off 40 minutes into his debut. Unai Emery's post-match comments about Ollie Watkins' absence sparked debate, with former Villa boss Tim Sherwood criticising the manager's handling of the situation.
Aston Villa have made contact with Club Brugge over Ecuador defender Joel Ordonez as they seek a replacement for Ezri Konsa, who moved to Arsenal. A separate bid for Southampton's Taylor Harwood-Bellis was rejected, and reports suggest personal terms with Ordonez are agreed, though a fee is still being negotiated.
Germany defeated Australia 4-2 to reach the semi-finals, ending the Kookaburras' title hopes. The same day features four second-round matches in Wavre, Belgium, including Malaysia vs South Africa and Spain vs Belgium.
A small UK power generator was forced offline for four days last month in a cyber attack attributed to Iran-linked hackers, marking the first successful incident of its kind against a British energy facility. The government downplayed the impact, stressing no risk to the wider grid, while experts suggest the attack may have been a demonstration of capability by Iran's Revolutionary Guard.
Michael La Sasso closed with a bogey-free 65 to win LIV Golf Indianapolis, his first professional title, finishing at 18 under par. The 22-year-old rookie edged Jon Rahm by one shot, becoming the youngest winner in LIV Golf history, and thanked Phil Mickelson for his support via text.
Michael La Sasso, a 22-year-old rookie, won LIV Golf Indianapolis with a closing 65, edging Jon Rahm by a stroke. Rahm secured his third straight season points title, while Cameron Smith faded to tied 17th. The event was clouded by LIV's uncertain future after the Saudi fund announced it would end investment.
A 68-year-old French tourist, Pierre Michel Formosa, died in Death Valley National Park after his vehicle became stuck in mud on a remote road. Temperatures reached 116 degrees as he and his companion walked for help; Formosa was unable to continue and was later found dead. Park officials urge visitors to stay with their vehicles and carry ample water.
Tadej Pogačar won the opening stage of the Vuelta a España with a dramatic late surge, beating Ethan Hayter by 0.09 seconds in the Monaco time trial. The Slovenian leads the general classification as the race heads to its second stage, with a notable backdrop of Josh Tarling competing days after his brother's death.
Brentford dismantled Tottenham 3-0 in the Premier League opener, with goals from Keane Lewis-Potter, Vitaly Janelt and Michael Kayode exposing the visitors' lack of cohesion despite heavy summer spending. Roberto De Zerbi cited physical shortcomings and lost duels after handing debuts to four new signings, while captain Archie Gray admitted the side were out-fought. Record arrivals Sandro Tonali and Mamadou Sangare produced contrasting debuts.
This summer's wildfires in Europe have uncovered and triggered unexploded bombs and mines from World War I and II, threatening firefighters and highlighting the intersection of climate change and historical conflict. Blasts have been reported in France, Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands, with experts noting that extreme weather is now 'unburying' the past.
India lost 3-1 to the Netherlands in their opening Pool E match of the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup 2026 second round, with Harmanpreet Singh scoring India's only goal. The defeat leaves India's semi-final hopes dependent on other results, while Dutch goals from Duco Telgenkamp, Tjep Hoedemakers and Thijs van Dam secured the hosts' place in the last four. The match also saw a star-studded attendance, including Rahul Dravid, Steve Waugh and Abhishek Bachchan, ahead of the inaugural ETPL season.
Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly told Pape Matar Sarr he can leave this summer, with Galatasaray leading the chase. The Senegal international has deleted Spurs-related social media posts and was absent from the Premier League opener, as Roberto De Zerbi reshapes his squad.
At the FIH Hockey World Cup, India's women's team wore saffron against the Netherlands on blue turf, while the men's team wore white the next day. FIH cites visibility and washing time, but critics question Hockey India's motives behind the new saffron jersey.
The BBC and BritBox have unveiled first-look images of Edward Bluemel as a young Hercule Poirot in the upcoming six-part series 'Hercule.' The series, now filming in Liverpool, adapts three early Christie stories and features a star-studded cast. Production details, including writers, directors, and broadcast plans, have been announced.
Germany's gas storage is just above half full, the lowest in years for mid-August, due to the Iran war and Strait of Hormuz closure. The government and industry warn about the November 1 target, while consumer groups advise on fixed-price contracts.
A new study by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research projects that wildfires could burn 39% more land in Europe by century's end even under optimistic climate scenarios, with the risk nearly tripling under high emissions. Experts say improved fire management can mitigate but not eliminate the danger, as this summer's fires have already caused extensive damage across the continent.
Christian Pulisic has returned to training with AC Milan after a leg injury suffered during the World Cup, but his readiness for Sunday's Serie A opener against Torino remains uncertain. Reports differ on his availability, with some suggesting he may be in the squad but not in the starting lineup, while others say his fitness is still being assessed.