Pro footballer, right-back with West Ham United; DR Congo international
Villa have signalled a busy transfer window with Ezri Konsa set to join Arsenal for over £50m. Ollie Watkins’s future remains uncertain as Unai Emery reshapes the squad, with Zion Suzuki stepping in as a potential Martinez replacement. The club has also signed several players to refresh a squad that won the Europa League and is trying to balance UEFA/PSR constraints.
France 24 reports that DR Congo has advanced to the World Cup knockout stage for the first time, following a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan. England tops Group L after a win over Panama; Belgium faces Senegal; US advances to the Round of 16 with favorable simulations.
The United States has secured a Round of 16 spot at World Cup 2026 after beating Bosnia & Herzegovina 2-0. Balogun scores before halftime, is sent off after the break, and Tillman nets a superb free kick to seal the victory.
West Ham captain Bowen has reaffirmed his commitment to the club amid a summer of transfer activity. The side is rebuilding under new majority shareholder Daniel Kretínský and manager Rita Guarino, aiming to return to the Premier League after relegation. Bowen travelled to Prague for discussions and has been convinced by the club’s direction and ambition.