James O'Brien 
AFC Bournemouth have reached an agreement with Benfica for the transfer of 22‑year‑old Portuguese centre‑back Antonio Silva, valued at up to £26 million. The signing is intended to replace Marcos Senesi, who left for Tottenham, and follows the club’s recent acquisition of striker Alvaro Rodriguez.
Huddersfield Giants rallied from a half‑time deficit to defeat Hull FC 22‑16 in a Betfred Super League match, marking their fourth league win of the season and their second consecutive victory. Tries from Patolo, Wrench, Jagger and Flanagan secured the win after Hull had led at the break.
Lottie Woad and Charley Hull were highlighted in a collection of the best shots from the first round of the AIG Women’s Open held at Royal Lytham & St. Anne’s. The gallery showcases their performances on day one of the major championship.
The Football Association has raised the minimum suspension for discrimination offences to ten matches for the upcoming season, applying to players, managers and technical staff. The change is part of the FA’s pledge to deliver a game free from discrimination and allows for longer bans in aggravated cases.
Ashleigh Neville has joined newly‑promoted Charlton Athletic on a two‑year contract after leaving Leicester City. The move reunites her with former Tottenham coach Karen Hills, while Leicester bolstered their squad by signing Irish internationals Jessie Stapleton and Jessica Ziu.
Dutch international right-back Jurrien Timber has travelled back to London from Arsenal’s pre‑season camp in Spain due to a groin problem. The injury, which also forced him out of the World Cup, is being managed as part of his rehab schedule, and he is expected to return to the squad in Spain soon.
Anthony Smith, a 38‑year‑old former UFC light‑heavyweight title challenger, was taken into custody in Sarpy County, Nebraska on three felony counts. The charges stem from alleged terroristic threats, false imprisonment and domestic‑violence assault, and he is due to appear before a judge later in the week.
Crystal Palace are in negotiations with Japanese international Takehiro Tomiyasu, who is currently training with the club and was named as a substitute in a pre‑season friendly. The talks revolve around a permanent deal on a free transfer, with manager Pierre Sage considering him as a left‑side centre‑back option for next season.
Four swimmers from England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales – James Guy, Jack McMillan, Duncan Scott and Matt Richards – captured gold for Team GB in the 4x200m freestyle relay at the 2025 World Championships in Singapore. A year later they will face each other in the 200m freestyle at the Commonwealth Games, turning teammates into rivals while maintaining a friendly rivalry.
Manchester City winger Savinho has indicated he is willing to leave the club, with Tottenham Hotspur identified as a key target. Spurs manager Roberto de Zerbi is keen on the 22‑year‑old, and the player is expected to push for a move in the current transfer window.