The third round of the LPL's third split group stage is almost over, with the third week coming to a close. Both the Summit and Nirvana groups have passed the halfway mark of their schedules. On the last match day, AL swept LGD to secure their sixth win, while WBG also claimed their first win of the split against LNG. After swapping junglers, Weibo's power has significantly increased. Although their mid-game is still confusing and they tend to throw away advantages, the improvement compared to their first two matches is already obvious.

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford is set to return next week to join Carrick's pre-season training. However, before heading back to the club, the 28-year-old English star seized his last chance to indulge in a lavish party on a luxury yacht. He spent money to revel with a group of bikini-clad women and shared expensive champagne with friends.

Malaysian media paid special attention to the Vietnam national team right after Malaysia qualified for the ASEAN Cup 2026 semifinals. As the defending champions, group winners, and with memories of the 1-3 defeat in March, Malaysian media view coach Kim Sang Sik's team as a huge challenge on the road to the final.

Some players need only a few matches to prove their worth, but Lê Phạm Thành Long is achieving even more. The midfielder born in 1996 is forcing Coach Kim Sang Sik to alter the way the Vietnam team operates.

Malaysia will face Vietnam in the semifinals of the 2026 ASEAN Cup, but the current squad no longer holds the same strength it had when the two teams met in the Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers last March.

On August 9, Beijing time, the Phoenix Suns officially announced a multi-year contract extension with swingman Dillon Brooks. With nine years of NBA experience, Brooks delivered his best statistical season in 2025‑26 while with the Suns. According to prior reports, the deal is worth $73 million over three years.

Manchester United officially announced on Saturday that 22-year-old Czech goalkeeper Radek Vitek has completed a permanent transfer to Championship side Middlesbrough. He only needs to be registered to play for the team. United will secure a guaranteed £7 million transfer fee, plus an additional £7 million in add-ons, for a total of £14 million.

When the final whistle blew under the Jakarta night sky, the glaring "0-3" on the scoreboard not only announced AC Milan's complete defeat in this preseason friendly but also hit like a heavy blow to the hearts of all Rossoneri fans. Since new coach Ruben Amorim took over, the team has recorded two draws and one loss in three preseason matches, failing to win a single game.

Manchester United drew 1-1 with a depleted Paris Saint-Germain in Gothenburg, Sweden. The team fell behind early, but Mbemo, again playing as a makeshift striker, scored for the second consecutive match to rescue a point. However, defensive frailties were exposed, and the midfield lacked organization and depth. Owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe must open his wallet again to address these issues.

Antony, a former Manchester United midfielder, was shown a red card for his involvement in an altercation between Bournemouth and Real Betis players during the preseason friendly at the Benito Villamarin Stadium.