On August 9, Beijing time, the Phoenix Suns officially announced a multi-year contract extension with swingman Dillon Brooks. With nine years of NBA experience, Brooks delivered his best statistical season in 2025‑26 while with the Suns. According to prior reports, the deal is worth $73 million over three years.

Manchester United officially announced on Saturday that 22-year-old Czech goalkeeper Radek Vitek has completed a permanent transfer to Championship side Middlesbrough. He only needs to be registered to play for the team. United will secure a guaranteed £7 million transfer fee, plus an additional £7 million in add-ons, for a total of £14 million.

When the final whistle blew under the Jakarta night sky, the glaring "0-3" on the scoreboard not only announced AC Milan's complete defeat in this preseason friendly but also hit like a heavy blow to the hearts of all Rossoneri fans. Since new coach Ruben Amorim took over, the team has recorded two draws and one loss in three preseason matches, failing to win a single game.

Manchester United drew 1-1 with a depleted Paris Saint-Germain in Gothenburg, Sweden. The team fell behind early, but Mbemo, again playing as a makeshift striker, scored for the second consecutive match to rescue a point. However, defensive frailties were exposed, and the midfield lacked organization and depth. Owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe must open his wallet again to address these issues.

Antony, a former Manchester United midfielder, was shown a red card for his involvement in an altercation between Bournemouth and Real Betis players during the preseason friendly at the Benito Villamarin Stadium.

"National hero surpasses 'Papa Park Hang-seo', Coach Kim Sang-sik rewrites Vietnamese football history! 22 unbeaten matches + advancing to semifinals." This is the headline of an article in Chosun this morning, August 9.

Today's breaking Vietnam football news on August 9: Vietnam team hastily prepares for clash with Malaysia; Bac Ninh Club signs 4 new players

The relief was evident on the face of Malaysia's interim head coach, Tan Cheng Hoe, after his team secured a spot in the semifinals of the ASEAN Cup 2026.

On August 9, Beijing time, new Bucks acquisition Tyler Herro stated that despite returning to his hometown team, he has not been preoccupied with his contract situation or its impact on his future. Herro is a Milwaukee native, having graduated from Whitnall High School in Greenfield. In this trade, two-time MVP and nine-time All-NBA forward Giannis Antetokounmpo was sent to the Heat, while Herro came to the Bucks.

At the New Ullevi Stadium in Gothenburg, Sweden, Manchester United's pre-season friendly against Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain ended in a 1-1 draw. This seemingly calm result actually hides underlying currents, allowing Red Devils fans to see the tactical upgrade brought by the new signing while also ruthlessly exposing concerns about the club's youth academy. From the start, Paris taught United a lesson.