FC Dallas

Mamelodi Sundowns have officially appointed Portuguese football administrator Pedro Dias as their new Head of Scouting, a strategic move aimed at strengthening the club's talent identification and recruitment ahead of the 2026/27 season.

Chris Richards' lucky rubber chicken, Paxo, has officially joined the USA's 2026 World Cup tour, becoming an unexpected mascot for the team. The avian companion follows Richards' impressive on-field performances, which have seen the USA secure a spot in the knockout stage.