August 2025 is packed with exciting sports action! From the start of European soccer leagues to Formula 1 races, the final tennis Grand Slam, the Eurobasket tournament, and the kickoff of NCAA college football, there’s something for every sports fan. Here’s a simple guide to the biggest events you should keep an eye on this month.

Soccer: European Leagues Kick Off

European soccer is back with the start of the 2025-26 season! The Primeira Liga in Portugal begins the weekend of August 8-10, with teams like Benfica, Porto, and Sporting CP fighting for the title. On August 15, La Liga in Spain starts, with FC Barcelona, the defending champions, facing tough rivals like Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid. The same day, the Premier League in England kicks off, with Liverpool playing Bournemouth while Arsenal and Manchester City aim to challenge for the top spot.

Also on August 15, France’s Ligue 1 begins, with Paris Saint-Germain as the team to beat after their 2024-25 Champions League win. On August 22, the Bundesliga in Germany starts, with Bayern Munich facing competition from Bayer Leverkusen and Borussia Dortmund. Finally, Italy’s Serie A begins on August 23-24, with Napoli and Inter Milan as top contenders.

Don’t miss the UEFA Super Cup on August 13 in Udine, Italy, where Paris Saint-Germain (Champions League winners) take on Tottenham (Europa League champions) in an exciting match to start the season.

Formula 1: Big Races in the Final Stretch

The 2025 Formula 1 season is nearing its end in August, with key races that could decide the champion. While the exact schedule is still being finalized, the Dutch Grand Prix, likely on August 24, will be a major event. Max Verstappen and Red Bull aim to stay on top at the Zandvoort circuit, but Ferrari and McLaren are ready to fight for points. These races are fast and thrilling, perfect for speed fans!

Tennis: US Open, the Last Grand Slam

The US Open, the final Grand Slam of 2025, starts on August 25 in New York City. Top players like Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are favorites in the men’s tournament, while Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek lead the women’s side. Played on hard courts at Flushing Meadows, this tournament will crown the 2025 champions and shake up the ATP and WTA rankings. The night matches and loud crowds make it a must-watch event.

Eurobasket: Europe’s Basketball Battle Begins

The Eurobasket 2025 tournament runs from August 27 to September 14 in Finland, Cyprus, Poland, and Latvia. Europe’s best basketball teams, like Spain, France, and Serbia, will compete for the title. Stars like Nikola Jokić and Rudy Gobert will shine in the early group-stage games, setting the stage for an exciting championship. August games are key to spotting the teams to beat.

NCAA College Football: The Season Starts

The NCAA college football season (Division I FBS) begins on Saturday, August 23, with Week Zero. Highlights include the Aer Lingus College Football Classic in Dublin, Ireland, where Iowa State faces Kansas State, plus other games like UC Davis vs. Mercer and North Carolina Central vs. Southern in the MEAC/SWAC Challenge. Week 1 starts on August 28, with big matchups like Ohio State vs. Texas and UC Bearcats vs. Nebraska. The season builds toward the College Football Playoff National Championship on January 19, 2026, in Miami.

Why Watch These Events?

August 2025 brings the start of new seasons and crucial moments in soccer, Formula 1, tennis, basketball, and college football. From packed stadiums in Europe to thrilling races and intense games in the U.S., this month has it all.