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    Ter Stegen Nears Ajax Loan Move

    Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Barcelona and Ajax
    During the summer transfer window

    Marc-Andre ter Stegen is closing in on a loan move to Ajax after Barcelona reached a verbal agreement with the Dutch club. Barcelona are set to cover most of his wages to ease their salary commitments.

    The Germany goalkeeper has fallen behind Joan Garcia and Wojciech Szczesny after injuries and limited minutes. Ajax would offer a reset, while Barcelona reduce pressure on their wage bill without permanently cutting ties before 2028.

    Oxlade-Chamberlain Extends Celtic Stay

    Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Celtic
    Saturday

    Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has signed a new one-year contract with Celtic after helping the club win the league and Scottish Cup. The former England midfielder joined in February after leaving Besiktas and made 12 appearances last season.

    Martin O’Neill handed him an extension after Celtic’s late-season revival and title retention. Oxlade-Chamberlain said last season’s success was special, and he will now join the squad for pre-season work in Portugal.

    Colombia Edge Ghana to Reach Last 16

    Colombia, Ghana and Jhon Arias
    Friday in Kansas City

    Colombia beat Ghana 1-0 to reach the World Cup last 16, with Jhon Arias scoring the decisive first-half goal. The result eliminated Ghana and sent Colombia into a knockout tie against Switzerland in Vancouver.

    Luis Suarez replaced the injured Jhon Cordoba early and immediately created the winner with a low cross. Colombia controlled the match in heavy heat, kept a third straight shutout and held off Ghana despite late pressure.

    Liverpool Open to Van Dijk Offers

    Liverpool, Virgil van Dijk and AC Milan
    During the summer transfer window

    Liverpool are reportedly willing to listen to serious offers for Virgil van Dijk this summer, with internal regret over his 2025 renewal after a trophyless season. AC Milan have made enquiries, while Saudi, MLS and Turkish interest is also rising.

    The club will not force their captain out, but new head coach Andoni Iraola has been told Van Dijk is no longer untouchable. A departure would leave Liverpool short at centre-back after Ibrahima Konate’s exit and Joe Gomez uncertainty.

    Rodman Marks NWSL Return With Winner

    Trinity Rodman and Washington Spirit
    Friday at Audi Field

    Trinity Rodman scored twice, including a stoppage-time winner, as Washington Spirit beat Houston Dash 2-1 in the NWSL’s first regular-season match after a month-long break. The brace moved her to five goals this season.

    Rodman opened the scoring from Leicy Santos’ long pass before Houston equalised late through Kate Faasse. She then struck in the 94th minute through traffic, lifting Washington to within one point of the league lead.

    Ancelotti Fires Back at Brazil Critics

    Carlo Ancelotti and Brazil
    Before Brazil face Norway

    Carlo Ancelotti has defended his Brazil credentials after criticism of the side’s cautious World Cup style, saying only Sir Alex Ferguson has prepared more matches and is truly qualified to advise him before Brazil face Norway.

    The comments followed Brazil’s late comeback win over Japan, where Ancelotti was praised but also questioned online. He said he is not a genius or a fool, while stressing Brazil must defend collectively against Erling Haaland.

    Xhaka Set to Stay at Sunderland

    Granit Xhaka, Sunderland and Chelsea
    Friday

    Granit Xhaka is set to stay at Sunderland despite Chelsea interest and a rejected £8m bid. Sources at the club say the captain is not for sale, and the midfielder has reaffirmed his commitment after talks with the Black Cats.

    Chelsea remain interested because Xhaka previously worked with Xabi Alonso at Bayer Leverkusen, but Sunderland are resisting a summer exit. The 33-year-old helped them qualify for Europe and remains under contract until 2028 this window.

    FIFA Keeps England-Mexico Kick-Off Unchanged

    FIFA, England and Mexico
    Friday

    FIFA has kept England’s World Cup last-16 tie against Mexico at its original 01:00 BST Monday kick-off after discussing a move to Sunday afternoon. Both associations pushed back over concerns around player preparation, fan travel and match logistics.

    The proposed change came because of Mexico City thunderstorm forecasts, but officials decided the disruption was too great. Mexico coach Javier Aguirre called the idea a kick in the stomach, while England players said they would adapt.

    Philadelphia Adds Heat Measures for France Tie

    Philadelphia organisers, France and Paraguay fans
    Before Saturday’s World Cup last-16 match

    Philadelphia has introduced extra fan-safety measures before France face Paraguay, with extreme heat expected around the 5pm local kick-off. Organisers added 20 misting tents and 10 water stations on the last-mile route to the stadium.

    The city extended a Heat Health Emergency through Sunday as temperatures and humidity made conditions dangerous. The fan festival hours were reduced, while forecasts warned of heat index values above 105F and possible thunderstorms during match time.

    Argentina Survive Cape Verde Scare

    Argentina, Cape Verde and Lionel Messi
    Friday in Miami

    Argentina survived a major World Cup scare by beating Cape Verde 3-2 after extra time. Messi scored his 20th World Cup goal before Cape Verde twice equalised, forcing the holders deep before Cristian Romero’s deflected header settled it.

    Cape Verde pushed the champions closer than expected, with Deroy Duarte and Sidny Lopes Cabral scoring memorable goals. Vozinha repeatedly denied Messi, but Argentina held on after late pressure and advanced despite looking vulnerable in knockout conditions.

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