The LCK third split starts in just one day. Recently, major teams have been fielding their main rosters in the KesPa Cup to find their form before the group stage. T1 began using their first team from the fourth match of the K-Cup group stage. Against DK's second team, they dominated and won easily. However, when facing NS, also a first-team lineup, T1 suffered an upset. After leading by 8K gold at 24 minutes, T1 was shockingly overturned by NS.

After the first week of the LPL third stage group stage, there was a short break. Despite Bin's absence, BLG still achieved a three-game winning streak. Although all three matches were won in full sets, it's quite impressive to keep winning with a rookie. In the Summit group, besides BLG, Top Esports also had a perfect record. Even though they changed their support, Top Esports' strength in this stage doesn't seem very high.

Thanks to his performance in Manchester United's second preseason match, Dutch striker Joshua Zirkzee has reignited interest from Serie A clubs. It is reported that Juventus and Como are both interested in signing him, and British media claim that talks between Juventus and Manchester United over a loan with an option to buy have reached an advanced stage. The Sun reports that Juventus wants to loan Zirkzee for one season, with a buyout clause of £30 million (€35 million) next summer.

On July 28 Beijing time, six matches of the first round of the Shanghai Masters Snooker have concluded, with 14 of the 16 spots in the last 16 already filled. On the opening day, eight Chinese players competed, achieving a record of 3 wins and 5 losses—a fairly average performance. In total, five Chinese players have advanced to the round of 16: Zhao Xintong and Wu Yize, who received byes, as well as Ding Junhui, Xiao Guodong, and Zhou Yuelong, who triumphed in the first round.

Arsenal is facing the opportunity to create one of the most sensational deals of the 2026 summer transfer window by targeting Vinicius Junior.

Participating in the 2026 ASEAN Cup, the Philippines national team not only aims to erase the disappointment of missing out on the 2027 Asian Cup but also hopes to make a breakthrough with a development model heavily influenced by Spain.

A 2-1 comeback victory over Myanmar gave Malaysia a favorable start in Group B of the 2026 ASEAN Cup. However, the "Malayan Tigers" still have plenty of room for improvement, especially in converting chances.

New naturalized player Mitchell Baker had a perfect debut in the Indonesia national team jersey.

On July 28, Beijing time, a Portland city councilor stated that the Portland government's olive branch of reconciliation has been rejected by the Trail Blazers, and the two sides remain far apart in arena lease negotiations. Portland City Council President Jamie Dunphy suspects the Trail Blazers are stalling for time, with the ultimate goal of moving the team out of Portland.

"HWG!" (Here We Go!) When transfer guru Fabrizio Romano once again issued his iconic confirmation, Manchester City's transfer market operations once again sparked fan frenzy. 23-year-old English goalkeeper James Trafford is about to officially join Leeds United for a base fee of £40 million plus add-ons.