Dominik Szoboszlai attracted attention after Liverpool's 2-4 loss to Leeds by declaring he is ready to play in any position requested by coach Andoni Iraola. This statement shows the remarkable self-sacrificing spirit of the Hungarian midfielder ahead of the new season.

Kai Havertz stated that Arsenal not only wants to defend the Premier League title but also aims to conquer all trophies, determined to create a historic season under Mikel Arteta.

If the 2024 ASEAN Cup marked the return of the Singapore national team after years of decline, then the 2026 ASEAN Cup shows that the Lion City team has taken another big step in its journey to reclaim glory.

The match against Indonesia at Pakansari Stadium will not only decide the fate of Group A in the 2026 ASEAN Cup but also represents the biggest test for coach Kim Sang-sik since he took charge of the Vietnam national team.

Gelora Pakansari Stadium in Cibinong (Bogor) is one of Indonesia's most modern and intense venues. With a capacity of around 30,000 spectators, international-standard facilities, and a passionate atmosphere in the stands, it is set to become a significant challenge for the resilience of the Vietnam National Team.

When Arteta personally stepped in and handed the olive branch directly to Vinicius, everyone understood that Arsenal's ambition is no longer limited to competing for the Premier League title; they aspire to truly enter the absolute center of power in European football. With Guardiola leaving Manchester City after ten years, Arteta is eager to build a new Premier League championship dynasty.

By Wang Wei. On the evening of August 1, the 17th round of the China League One featured another Guangdong Derby, with Guangzhou Leopards hosting Foshan Lions at Yuexiushan Stadium. On one side was the league leader pushing for promotion, and on the other was a struggling side fighting to stay up. The match ended in a 1-1 draw, halting Guangzhou Leopards' winning streak and ending Foshan Lions' six-game losing run.

Reported by Lu Mi: On the evening of August 1, Ningbo team lost 2-4 at home to Guangxi Hengchen, following a 1-2 defeat to Guangzhou Leopards in the previous round, suffering consecutive home losses. Since Li Weifeng officially took over Ningbo in the 5th round of the China League One, he has led the team to an 11-match unbeaten streak, dragging Ningbo from the bottom of the table to the current sixth place.

The Vietnam national team enters a crucial clash with Indonesia in the 2026 AFF Cup, while coach John Herdman draws attention with his pre-match remarks; alongside that, Leny Yoro's ambitious declaration, a brawl at Manchester United's academy, and a series of notable developments in the European transfer market.

The Vietnam team is in a difficult position in Group A of the 2026 ASEAN Cup, but this is also the time when the spirit of the ASEAN Cup champions shines through. For coach Kim Sang-sik and his players, defeating Indonesia away is not an impossible task.