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    Porto Beat Torreense To Win Portuguese Super Cup

    FC Porto, SCU Torreense and Victor Froholdt
    Saturday

    FC Porto defeated second-tier cup winners SCU Torreense 1-0 to lift the Portuguese Super Cup. Victor Froholdt scored the decisive first-half header, giving manager Francesco Farioli his second trophy and securing another domestic honour for the league champions.

    Porto controlled possession but created few clear chances against disciplined opponents, with Froholdt converting Pepê’s delivery in the 38th minute. Torreense remained competitive after the break, yet Porto protected the narrow advantage and begin their league campaign with momentum.

    Chelsea Complete Danny Welbeck Signing From Brighton

    Chelsea, Brighton and Danny Welbeck
    Saturday

    Chelsea have completed the signing of 35-year-old England striker Danny Welbeck from Brighton on a two-year contract. The experienced forward becomes an unusual addition under the club’s youth-focused ownership model after scoring 13 Premier League goals last season.

    New head coach Xabi Alonso requested greater balance and experience within Chelsea’s young squad. Welbeck brings extensive Premier League knowledge from Manchester United, Arsenal and Brighton, while offering competition and leadership as the club prepares for another trophy challenge.

    Ten-Man Nigeria Beat Zambia To Revive WAFCON Hopes

    Nigeria, Zambia and Asisat Oshoala
    Saturday

    Nigeria revived their Women’s World Cup qualification hopes by beating Zambia 1-0 at WAFCON despite playing the entire second half with ten players. Asisat Oshoala scored the eighth-minute winner before Oluwatosin Demehin received a red card before half-time.

    Zambia could not exploit their numerical advantage as Nigeria defended their narrow lead and goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie made a key save. The result moves both teams onto three points behind Malawi before the final Group C fixtures on Wednesday.

    Aberdeen Stun Hearts With Injury-Time Comeback Win

    Aberdeen, Hearts and Kevin Nisbet
    Saturday

    Aberdeen overturned a late deficit to defeat Hearts 2-1 in their Scottish Premiership opener. Lewis Mayo equalised in the 90th minute before captain Kevin Nisbet converted a stoppage-time penalty after Stuart Findlay conceded the foul and received a red card.

    Hearts had led through Oisin McEntee and appeared set for victory before two defensive mistakes transformed the match. Aberdeen’s persistence delivered a dramatic opening win, while Hearts must recover quickly before facing Benfica in Europa League qualifying on Thursday.

    West Ham Family Agrees 25% Stake Sale To Staveley

    Vanessa Gold, Amanda Staveley and West Ham United
    Saturday

    Vanessa Gold confirmed an agreement to sell her family’s 25% West Ham stake to a consortium led by Amanda Staveley and Mehrdad Ghodoussi. The transaction remains incomplete, but Gold said the buyers can help return the club to the Premier League.

    Existing shareholder Daniel Kretinsky challenged the agreement and is reviewing whether to exercise contractual pre-emption rights. Those provisions could let current owners purchase the shares first, potentially extending the ownership process for around two months before any sale concludes.

    Bournemouth Complete £25.7m Antonio Silva Signing

    Bournemouth, Benfica and Antonio Silva
    Saturday

    Bournemouth have completed the signing of Portugal defender Antonio Silva from Benfica in a deal worth up to £25.7m. The 22-year-old arrives for an initial £21.4m, with another £4.3m available through performance-related add-ons.

    Silva was recruited to replace Marcos Senesi after his free-transfer move to Tottenham. He brings Champions League, Europa League and international experience, becoming Bournemouth’s second summer signing as Marco Rose seeks greater stability after last year’s major sales.

    Phil Foden Signs New Four-Year City Contract

    Phil Foden and Manchester City
    Saturday

    Phil Foden has signed a new four-year contract with Manchester City as he begins a fresh chapter under Enzo Maresca. The England midfielder is seeking to rebuild his form after a difficult campaign and missing the World Cup squad.

    Maresca contacted Foden after his England omission and has made restoring the player’s confidence a priority. The extension secures the academy graduate’s future while City prepare to give him a central role in their post-Guardiola rebuild.

    Vozinha’s Colo-Colo Move In Doubt Amid Berkane Interest

    Vozinha, Colo-Colo and Renaissance Berkane
    Saturday

    Vozinha’s announced move to Colo-Colo is in serious doubt after his arrival in Chile was delayed three times and the club acknowledged his contract remains unsigned. Renaissance Berkane are now reportedly discussing a possible deal with the Cape Verde goalkeeper.

    Chile’s league amended its rules to let Vozinha display his nickname, but unresolved personal matters have delayed travel. Berkane are expected to make a formal offer after completing talks with Cape Verde coach Bubista, leaving the goalkeeper’s destination unsettled.

    Wydad Face Five FIFA Rulings And Transfer Ban

    Wydad, FIFA and club president Brahim El Assri
    Saturday

    FIFA’s Dispute Resolution Chamber has issued another ruling against Wydad, taking the club’s number of final cases to five. The Moroccan side must settle the outstanding files before its transfer ban can be lifted and new signings registered.

    Wydad also have more than seven disputes before Morocco’s National Disputes Committee, creating a serious financial and squad-planning problem. President Brahim El Assri is working to clear liabilities inherited from the previous administration before the new season.

    UEFA Declares Lost Confidence In Infantino Leadership

    UEFA, Gianni Infantino and FIFA
    Saturday

    UEFA said it has lost confidence in Gianni Infantino’s FIFA leadership after the governing body abandoned its private-investment proposal. European officials welcomed the withdrawal but accused Infantino of failing on transparency, governance and responsible use of FIFA’s reserves.

    UEFA called for those behind the plan to be identified and held accountable, while supporting a fundamental leadership and governance review. It will work with other confederations on safeguards and alternative ways to distribute FIFA development funding.

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