Liverpool has undergone another major change following Michael Edwards' departure from his position as Chief Football Officer at Fenway Sports Group (FSG), the club's ownership company. Edwards previously served as Liverpool's Director of Research from 2016 to 2022, and is credited with helping the club achieve numerous championships. FSG then rehired him in a new role starting in 2024. In a statement, Edwards said: "Although the overall strategic direction has evolved differently than we initially anticipated, I take pride in the diverse and comprehensive options we presented to the ownership for the club's future." FSG stated that Edwards' departure is part of a planned transition following the completion of important strategic initiatives. Mike Gordon, FSG Chairman, noted that senior management felt sad about this parting. Edwards earned significant acclaim for his player recruitment work at Liverpool, bringing in several players who became lifelong fan favorites, including Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mané, Roberto Firmino, Virgil van Dijk, and Andy Robertson.

The Badminton Association of Thailand has unveiled its 20-member national team for the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan, running from September 19 to October 4. The roster is split evenly, with 10 male players headed by Kulvutti Vititsaanthorn, Panichpol Theeratnatskul, Thanawat Yimjit, Puridej Aryee, Phanapol Theeratnatskul, Peerachai Sukpanthan, Worapol Thongsang, Chalermpon Charoenkijomorn, Detchapol Puaronanukraw, and Rusthannaphak Ubtong. The 10 female competitors comprise Pornpawee Chochuwong, Ratchanok Intanon, Busnun Uangbamuangphan, Pitchayamalai Okasanimat, Napapakorn Tungkasatan, Hataitip Michad, Benyapa Aimsioad, Nantakarn Aimsioad, Suphisara Piosamphran, and Choei Nichcha Sudjai Praparat.

On July 10, Saang Khom police questioned a 28-year-old man, identified as Mr. A, after receiving a complaint that he sexually abused his biological 11-year-old daughter for over two years. District Chief Chaiyanrong Suradanai and Police Lieutenant Colonel Kan Tangwijit, the station commander, led the investigation.

Chaiyanrong revealed that the girl's fifth-grade teacher noticed her unusual depression the previous week and questioned her. The child disclosed that her biological father had touched her body inappropriately and frequently touched her private areas for more than two years, starting after he was released from prison on drug charges.

The girl told her teacher that her father had been doing this continuously and once told her: "If you weren't my real daughter, I would definitely..." The shocked teacher reported the matter to village authorities and submitted a formal complaint to the district office.

The girl's aunt filed a police report seeking maximum punishment against the man. The girl's mother, working overseas, immediately resigned and returned home upon learning of the abuse.

After investigators gathered evidence from witnesses and believed the allegations were substantiated, police obtained an arrest warrant from Udon Thani Provincial Court. Mr. A, who is divorced and lives with his parents and daughter, was taken into custody. He initially denied the allegations, claiming his daughter made the accusations because she was unhappy at home and disliked her grandmother's complaints about her coming home late. Police have detained him pending further investigation.

On July 10, police arrested Jirayut (James), 28, and Prarthana (Nim), 28, at their residence in Nong Chok. The pair allegedly ordered products during the 7.7 promotional sale on a delivery app, requested cash-on-delivery payment, then directed drivers to leave packages at abandoned houses before collecting the goods without paying.

The investigation began when a delivery driver reported missing merchandise and unpaid funds after completing a delivery. Through CCTV footage and witness statements, officers identified the suspects. A search of their home uncovered numerous unpaid-for items, including toothbrushes, toothpaste, and mouthwash. During questioning, the couple admitted to the scheme, saying they used some items personally and sold others for cash.

Their method involved instructing drivers to place packages in front of abandoned properties, then claiming they were unavailable and would transfer payment later. Once the driver left to make other deliveries, they collected the goods and disappeared, ignoring subsequent payment requests.

Police charged them with theft using a vehicle to facilitate escape. Investigations expanded after multiple delivery riders identified confiscated items as their own stolen packages, suggesting the couple may have victimized numerous others. Nong Chok police urged all delivery workers to exercise caution, insisting on meeting customers in person and receiving confirmed payment before leaving any packages.

On July 10, the Nong Khai immigration checkpoint received notification from the Vientiane immigration authority in Laos to receive 42 Thai suspects charged with illegal employment and clandestine online gambling operations. Following completion of international documentation procedures, all 42 individuals returned to Thailand via the Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge checkpoint at Nong Khai, where they were received by Paiturya Majahuenchai, Nong Khai Vice Governor, Police Colonel Jirawit Panyim, Muang Nong Khai Police Station Commander, Police Major Thiyachaphat Rangsipramanakul, Nong Khai Immigration Deputy Director, and security personnel for victim screening and processing.

The victim screening found no evidence of trafficking or exploitation. Officers verified all names, travel histories, warrants, and case files—all individuals exited through legal channels. The 42 Thai nationals, both men and women, confessed to illegally crossing the border to work as gambling website administrators earning 15,000 baht per month for 12-hour shifts, with bonuses for recruiting new players. All will face legal prosecution.

Football observers are questioning whether FIFA President Gianni Infantino needs to appear so frequently in 2026 World Cup broadcasts. Infantino has been traveling across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, and according to BBC reporting, during the group stage he attended up to two matches daily—often hundreds of miles apart—requiring up to three flights on some days.

Former England internationals Joe Cole and Gary Lineker recently discussed this on their podcast The Rest is Football, questioning why fans must see Infantino's face so often. Cole said: "The overall FIFA presentation disappointed me, but once Gary told me about Infantino, I started noticing it. Now I can't unsee it. In every game, both halves, the broadcast must show Infantino's head on screen. You're the federation president, but this looks like a power-mad person who wants to be in the spotlight constantly."

Lineker added: "Just watch the first 10 minutes of the first half and the first 10 minutes of the second half. You'll definitely see a cut to Gianni Infantino."

Cole replied: "Now that you mention it, it frustrates me greatly because I don't understand why they do it. I played a friendly match with him five years ago in Dubai. Nobody dared tackle Infantino—everyone was too intimidated. I even considered hitting him hard, but my sense of respect held me back. In hindsight, I wish I hadn't been so respectful."

Infantino faced significant criticism over his decision to change American player Florian Balogun's red card suspension from an immediate one-match ban to a one-year ban. President Donald Trump later admitted he called FIFA to request the review.