The San Francisco 49ers have arrived in Melbourne ahead of their historic NFL regular-season opener against the Los Angeles Rams at the MCG on September 11, 2026, marking the first-ever NFL regular-season game in Australia.
Adelaide United's bid for the AFC Champions League Elite was thwarted by a 2-1 defeat to Vietnam's Công An Hà Nội FC, with their former captain playing a pivotal role in the Reds' elimination.
Manchester United and PSG drew 1-1 in a pre-season friendly on August 8, 2026, with Bryan Mbeumo scoring for United and Mason Mount sustaining an injury.
The New York Liberty defeated the Seattle Storm 95-83 at Barclays Center, marking their third consecutive win.
Melbourne United has signed NBA guard Cole Anthony for the NBL27 season, marking one of the league's most significant acquisitions.