On July 28 Beijing time, six matches of the first round of the Shanghai Masters Snooker have concluded, with 14 of the 16 spots in the last 16 already filled. On the opening day, eight Chinese players competed, achieving a record of 3 wins and 5 losses—a fairly average performance. In total, five Chinese players have advanced to the round of 16: Zhao Xintong and Wu Yize, who received byes, as well as Ding Junhui, Xiao Guodong, and Zhou Yuelong, who triumphed in the first round.

Arsenal is facing the opportunity to create one of the most sensational deals of the 2026 summer transfer window by targeting Vinicius Junior.

Participating in the 2026 ASEAN Cup, the Philippines national team not only aims to erase the disappointment of missing out on the 2027 Asian Cup but also hopes to make a breakthrough with a development model heavily influenced by Spain.

A 2-1 comeback victory over Myanmar gave Malaysia a favorable start in Group B of the 2026 ASEAN Cup. However, the "Malayan Tigers" still have plenty of room for improvement, especially in converting chances.

New naturalized player Mitchell Baker had a perfect debut in the Indonesia national team jersey.

On July 28, Beijing time, a Portland city councilor stated that the Portland government's olive branch of reconciliation has been rejected by the Trail Blazers, and the two sides remain far apart in arena lease negotiations. Portland City Council President Jamie Dunphy suspects the Trail Blazers are stalling for time, with the ultimate goal of moving the team out of Portland.

"HWG!" (Here We Go!) When transfer guru Fabrizio Romano once again issued his iconic confirmation, Manchester City's transfer market operations once again sparked fan frenzy. 23-year-old English goalkeeper James Trafford is about to officially join Leeds United for a base fee of £40 million plus add-ons.

On July 28, Beijing time, the Lakers officially announced the signing of swingman Matisse Thybulle. Thybulle has been named to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team twice (2021, 2022); in his seven-year NBA career, his total steals ranked in the league's top 20 in four seasons. Thybulle will wear the No. 26 jersey for the Purple and Gold next season. Previous reports indicated the deal is a one-year contract worth $3.3 million.

The Premier League will trial a new regulation from the 2026-27 season to prevent goalkeepers from exploiting injury treatment to waste time or create tactical pauses.

Just 16 days after officially assuming the role of Technical Director of the Italian Football Federation (FIGC), legend Paolo Maldini and special advisor Leonardo have decided to resign.