Solheim Cup Captain's Picks, Chelsea's New Arrival and Celtic's Champions League Path Headline a Busy Week in Sport

RSS round-up from Sky Sports, BBC Sport and ESPN — August 2026

European captain Suzann Pettersen's decision to hand Maguire a Solheim Cup return headline the latest captain's pick announcements, as the 2026 Solheim Cup squad takes shape. In news that follows the selections, Nordqvist has revealed that difficult conversations were required with the players who missed out on a place in the team. With the 2026 Solheim Cup now firmly on the horizon, attention turns to the biennial clash between Europe and the United States, with the headlines reminding supporters of all they need to know ahead of the competition.

Away from the fairways, the draw for European competitions threw up fascinating ties. Celtic have learned their Champions League opponents, while Brighton have discovered their European route for the coming campaign. Both clubs will be studying the road ahead as they prepare for continental football.

In the transfer market, England midfielder Henderson has joined Chelsea, adding experience and pedigree to the Blues' engine room during a busy window. The move headlines a period of significant squad movement across the Premier League.

Off the pitch, the Football Association is set to withdraw its support for Fifa president Infantino, according to the BBC Sport headlines — a significant development in the governance of the game. The move follows reporting that UEFA has threatened Infantino with legal action over his continued tenure, per sources cited by ESPN. The twin headlines signal growing friction between football's governing bodies.

Elsewhere in the Premier League, our headlines examine the state of play at Liverpool this summer, asking whether fans should be worried by the club's activity in the transfer window. There is also a question being posed over Manchester United and whether the club have lost faith in their women's team, a topic drawing increasing attention across the women's game.

On the international stage, Mauricio Pochettino has signed a deal to remain as USMNT manager, with analysis exploring what his new deal means for the programme and what must improve before the 2030 World Cup. The renewed commitment points to a long-term project as the United States build toward a home World Cup.

Finally, there is encouraging news for Real Madrid supporters as Vinícius Jr has returned to training with the club, amid ongoing links to Arsenal. His return to fitness will be welcomed by the Spanish giants as they prepare for the challenges ahead.

Across the board it has been a week of movement, decisions and big questions — on the pitch, in the boardroom and across the continent.