Sports — Live scores, transfers and quick match reports

Want the highlights without scrolling through a dozen sites? You’re in the right place. From Ben Shelton’s breakout Masters 1000 win to transfer bombs and must-watch cup ties, this page collects the sports stories that matter now — with clear takeaways and where to watch live.

Today's headlines

Tennis: Ben Shelton stunned Toronto with his first ATP Masters 1000 title and climbed into the world top 10. That win has him marked as a real US Open threat — expect more aggressive serving and cleaner shot selection when the hard-court swing heats up.

Cricket: West Indies and Pakistan kick off their 2025 T20 series in Florida on August 1. If you’re outside the Caribbean, streaming options include Fancode in India, Tapmad in Pakistan, ESPN/Disney+ in the Caribbean, and ESPN+ in the USA. Both teams are testing combinations ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup, so watch for fresh faces and bold captaincy moves.

Football: Big transfer news keeps coming. Manchester United are pushing for Bryan Mbeumo in a £70m-plus deal while Chelsea closed on Sporting CP’s Geovany Quenda for about £40m. Clubs are rebuilding fast; teams that move early in the window usually get better deals and more time to fit new players in.

Club action and cups: Ajax dismantled Celtic 5-1 at the Como Cup, showing a scary depth up front. Real Madrid cruised past RB Salzburg 3-0 in the Club World Cup, and Juventus waits in the quarters. If you follow European pre-season, look for patterns in pressing and rotations — they hint at tactical plans for the season.

Basketball and golf: The Pacers forced a Game 7 against the Thunder after a dominant Game 6. In golf, Rory McIlroy had a shaky start at the 2025 PGA Championship but fought back in round two. Playoff basketball and major golf events reward consistency — watch who holds composure late, not just who scores early.

How to follow live games and stay ahead

Set alerts on the apps you already use. ESPN+, Fancode, and local broadcasters now push goal, wicket, and score alerts straight to your phone. For transfers and breaking items, follow club accounts and verified journalists on X — official statements usually drop there first, then websites fill in details.

If you care about analysis, pick one trusted writer per sport and follow their match previews and post-game breakdowns. They’ll cut through noise and tell you what tactical changes actually matter. Finally, use match trackers during games: they give expected goals, player heatmaps, and live momentum — the fastest way to judge whether a result was luck or control.

Bookmark this tag for a quick roundup of scores, streaming tips, and the biggest headlines across football, tennis, cricket, basketball, and golf. We keep updates short and useful so you get what matters — fast.