Some first-team players of Manchester United have returned to Carrington Training Ground to begin pre-season training. On Thursday, the squad gathered under head coach Carrick and his coaching staff, but only a few players are likely to start in the Premier League opener away to Hull City on August 22. Just nine senior Manchester United players have reported, with none of the World Cup participants—including goalkeeper Senna Ramense—having returned yet. Ramense may need to heal his wounded spirit.

After officially informing Atalanta of the cancellation of the £39 million deal for Ederson, Manchester United has begun contacting new targets, including Roma's French midfielder Khephren Thuram. Due to Real Madrid star Aurélien Tchouaméni's thigh injury absence, the 25-year-old Thuram has started in the last two World Cup knockout matches for France, attracting significant attention.

The League of Legends Mid-Season Invitational is about to conclude. Before the finals, BLG's top laner Bin gave an interview. When asked by the media, "What do you think defines the world's best top laner?" Bin replied, "I believe winning both the MSI and World Championship titles is enough proof." This time, Bin surprisingly didn't claim he would become the world's best top laner—quite unexpected. The World Championship is still far off, so securing the MSI title first is the priority.

The 2026 League of Legends Mid-Season Invitational is just one more BO5 away from crowning a champion. On the previous match day, the North American dark horse LYON faced HLE in the losers' bracket final. The two teams battled through five grueling games. Although HLE was pushed to the brink, their players managed to secure victory in the deciding game through individual skill. LYON lost, but they earned respect in defeat, since most viewers had expected HLE to sweep them.

Manchester United will do everything in their power this summer to retain academy prodigy Gabriel (JJ Gabriel). BBC's Simon Stone lists him alongside Shea Lacey, Jack and Tyler Fletcher, Harry Amass, Radek Vitek, and Jacob Devaney as the Red Devils' young talents to watch this summer.

On July 12 Beijing time, Trail Blazers center Yang Hanshen was regarded as one of the most noteworthy players in the Summer League. In his first game, the Trail Blazers lost 79-81 to the Suns. Yang played 26 minutes, recording 12 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists, along with 4 turnovers and 4 fouls. He shot 5-of-10 from the field, 2-of-3 from three-point range, and 0-of-1 from the free-throw line, posting a plus-minus of +6.

Manchester United has not yet officially announced the transfer of Chelsea midfielder Andre Santos, but there is no uncertainty about this £50 million deal. The 22-year-old has completed all formalities and is only waiting for the public announcement, ready to become the Red Devils' first signing of the summer transfer window at any time. A video of him wearing a Manchester United jersey has been leaked on social media.

South African football has just received shocking news as national team and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams suddenly passed away at age 25, shortly after making history with his country at the 2026 World Cup finals.

England became the latest team to book a spot in the 2026 World Cup semifinals after a thrilling 2-1 victory over Norway in the quarterfinal match that took place early this morning. Jude Bellingham continued his dazzling form by scoring both goals, helping the 'Three Lions' overcome the Nordic opponents after 120 minutes of dramatic action.

This year's MSI is arguably the most exciting international tournament in League of Legends history, as it has produced countless iconic moments. In particular, the MSI semifinals brought together all four major regions' first seeds, which directly shattered the "perception" of most LPL viewers. Previously, most international tournament semifinals were dominated by Asian teams, and even if some Western teams made it to the top four, they were