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13.8.26 Nations League: Holland

Xavi Hernandez has been appointed the new head coach of the Netherlands, succeeding Ronald Koeman on a four-year contract. The former Barcelona manager and Spain World Cup winner will lead the Oranje through Euro 2028 and the 2030 World Cup, drawing on his strong coaching and footballing ties to the Dutch school.

13.8.26 Premier League: Manchester City Transfers

Manchester City have signed Argentina goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli from Marseille on a two-year deal for a reported £1.7 million. The 34-year-old returns to City after previously spending the 2016-17 season at the club without making a first-team appearance and will serve as backup to Gianluigi Donnarumma following James Trafford's move to Leeds.

13.8.26 Premier League: Hull City Transfers

Hull City have signed Senegal defender Nobel Mendy from Rayo Vallecano on a five-year contract with an option for another year. The undisclosed fee surpasses the club's previous record of more than £20 million, paid for Konstantinos Tzolakis earlier this month. Hull have also signed centre-back Lucas Herrington from Colorado Rapids as they strengthen their defense.

13.8.26 La Liga: Atletico Madrid Injuries

Atletico Madrid will be without striker Alexander Sorloth for the opening weeks of the 2026/27 LaLiga season after he suffered a muscle injury during individual training. The Norway international is expected to miss around four weeks as he recovers.

13.8.26 Serie A: Atalanta Injuries

Atalanta forward Kamaldeen Sulemana is expected to miss around two months after suffering a Grade II injury to the medial collateral ligament in his left knee during a friendly against Schalke. The 24-year-old Ghana international had been hoping for a bigger role under new coach Maurizio Sarri after a limited impact since joining Atalanta in 2025.

13.8.26 Serie A: Roma Transfers

Roma have completed the permanent signing of Argentina right-back Nahuel Molina from Atletico Madrid. The 28-year-old brings extensive European experience, with 249 appearances and 19 goals, while also arriving as a two-time Copa America winner and 2022 World Cup champion with Argentina.

13.8.26 NBA: Los Angeles Lakers

Josh Kushner and Bob Iger have agreed to buy the Los Angeles Lakers from Mark Walter for a record $12.5 billion, just one year after Walter acquired controlling ownership for about $10 billion. The deal, which still requires NBA approval, was reportedly reached in three days. Kushner and Iger say they aim to build on the Lakers' legacy and return the team to championship contention.

13.8.26 NBA: Sacramento Kings Transfers

Russell Westbrook has announced his retirement at age 37, ending an 18-season career with seven teams. A nine-time All-Star and 2017 MVP, Westbrook finishes as the NBA's career leader in triple-doubles with 209, while ranking fifth in assists and 14th in scoring with 27,176 points. He spent 11 seasons with Oklahoma City and retires after playing his final season with the Sacramento Kings.

13.8.26 NFL: Tampa Bay Buccaneers Injuries

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Emeka Egbuka left Wednesday's joint practice with the New York Jets after appearing to suffer a toe injury. A source described the issue as minor, and Egbuka is not expected to play in Friday's preseason opener. The second-year first-round pick is set for a larger role in Tampa Bay's offense following Mike Evans' departure.

13.8.26 MLB: Colorado Rockies Injuries

The Colorado Rockies placed third baseman Kyle Karros on the seven-day concussion injured list after he collided with shortstop Ezequiel Tovar while fielding a ground ball Tuesday. Karros is batting .265 with 10 home runs and 44 RBIs this season. Colorado recalled infielder Adael Amador from Triple-A Albuquerque to replace him.

12.8.26 MLB: Houston Astros Injuries

Jose Altuve left Houston's 4-1 loss to San Francisco after being hit on the left foot by a pitch. Initial imaging was negative, but he will undergo further tests Wednesday.