Major Club & International Headlines
📌 UEFA & European Fixtures
- The 2025 UEFA Super Cup is set for August 13 in Udine, featuring Paris Saint-Germain (Champions League winners) against Tottenham Hotspur (Europa League winners) New Kerala+15indiasportsnews.in+15uniindia.net+15Wikipedia.
- On August 10, Liverpool will take on Crystal Palace in the Community Shield at Wembley, with kickoff at 3pm BST. This match marks Liverpool’s return to the Shield since 2022, with several debutants expected to feature for manager Arne Slot Talksport.
📰 Transfer Rumours & Moves
- Harvey Elliott is reportedly in line for a move from Liverpool to RB Leipzig to gain more playing time. Newcastle United may pursue Nicolas Jackson if a deal for Benjamin Sesko falls through, possibly prompting interest from Manchester United in Jackson or Ollie Watkins. Other potential moves involve players like Jacob Ramsey, Douglas Luiz, Mads Bidstrup, and Brandon Williams The Guardian.
🇧🇷 Neymar Returns & Italian Interest
- Neymar has rejoined Santos in Brazil, making key contributions including multiple Man of the Match performances and scoring twice in a recent win against Juventude. Juventus are reportedly monitoring his form for a possible return to Europe Wikipedia.
🇮🇳 Indian Football Update
New Indian Head Coach
- Khalid Jamil has been appointed head coach of the Indian men’s national team—the first Indian to lead the side since 2012. His appointment comes at a critical moment for Indian football indiatoday.in+3Wikipedia+3The Times of India+3.
ISL in Crisis
- The Indian Super League (ISL) has been suspended due to a legal impasse between the AIFF and its commercial partner, FSDL. On August 7, AIFF plans to meet CEOs from eight ISL clubs in Delhi to resolve uncertainties around the league’s future indiatoday.in+2Al Jazeera+2.
- Bengaluru FC—partnered with Rangers—has suspended salaries for players and staff amid the uncertainty, highlighting the precarious situation for Indian clubs thescottishsun.co.uk.
- The Indian national team has dropped to its lowest FIFA ranking in nine years, settling at 133rd, following poor results and coach instability The Times of India.
Youth Football Rising
- Ahmedabad will host qualifiers for the 2026 AFC U‑17 Asian Cup in November, featuring 38 nations across seven groups. India will participate as both a seeded country and host The Times of India.
🏈 In the United States
- Texas A&M is exploring a position shift for veteran lineman Trey Zuhn III, evaluating him at center during preseason to boost versatility and NFL prospects statesman.com.
🧭 At a Glance
| Category | Key Developments |
|---|---|
| European Football | Super Cup, Community Shield scheduled; major transfer rumors |
| Neymar & South America | Neymar in top form at Santos; Juventus interest resurfaces |
| Indian Football | New head coach Khalid Jamil, ISL crisis, youth tournaments hosted |
| U.S. College Football | Position shifts and NFL prospects shaping up in preseason camps |
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