According to British media, Manchester United plans to negotiate with Newcastle United for the transfer of 21-year-old left-back Lewis Hall. Since the summer transfer window opened, United has been linked with Hall, but rumors have intensified in the past week or so, especially after Eddie Howe's sudden departure. Luke Shaw is the only natural left-back in Manchester United's first team, and the club intends to reinforce the position.

According to the latest revelations from the British newspaper *The Times*, a political storm aimed at ousting FIFA President Gianni Infantino is quietly brewing in Zurich. UEFA, the AFC, and CONCACAF have formed a rare alliance, determined to remove the man who has led world football's highest authority for a decade.

On August 4, Beijing time, the Trail Blazers officially released their preseason schedule for the new season. The team will face the Warriors (twice), the British Basketball League team London Lions, and the Kings.

On August 4, Beijing time, according to HoopsHype reporter Michael Scotto, the Portland Trail Blazers officially appointed Amir Bahrur as the head coach of their G League affiliate, the Rip City Remix. Over the past two seasons, Bahrur served as an assistant coach for the Orlando Magic under head coach Jamahl Mosley. He joined the Magic in 2022 and initially spent two seasons as the team's lead video analyst.

On August 4, Beijing time, after Victor Wembanyama finished the playoff run with the San Antonio Spurs, it's easy to forget that his second NBA season was cut short due to blood clot issues. But Chris Bosh has never forgotten. Bosh also suffered from the same blood clot condition, which forced him to retire early.

On August 4, Beijing time, as the 2026-27 season approaches, the Mavericks front office continues to explore trade options. Klay Thompson's future in Dallas remains uncertain. The Mavericks have yet to find a suitable trade partner for the veteran shooter, but the latest reports indicate that if the opportunity arises, Thompson is willing to return to his hometown Los Angeles and join the Lakers.

A convincing 3-0 victory over Hanoi I in the pivotal match of round 10 helped TP.HCM I widen the gap on the standings, creating a significant advantage in the race for the championship of the 2026 Women's National Football Championship - Thai Son Bac Cup.

Defender Bui Hoang Viet Anh delivered a courageous performance in the Vietnamese team's 3-0 victory over Indonesia in the ASEAN Cup 2026 Group A match on the evening of August 3 at Pakansari Stadium.

According to CNN Indonesia, the Indonesian national team was thrown into disarray by Vietnam's high-pressing style.

Coach John Herdman frankly admitted that the Indonesian national team had an underperforming match in their 0-3 defeat to Vietnam in Group A of the ASEAN Cup 2026. The Canadian tactician apologized to the fans while praising the performance of Kim Sang Sik's team.