| Sat, 13.06.2026 07:40 |
USA start World Cup in style - but will they finally join the elite? |
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If there were any doubts the USA were ready to live up to the pressure of being a World Cup host, they were dispelled in a 4-1 win over Paraguay.
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| Sat, 13.06.2026 10:20 |
Scotland return to centre stage at last in must-win World Cup opener |
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BBC Scotland's chief sportswriter Tom English sets the scene from Boston as Scotland prepare for their first World Cup match in 28 years.
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| Sat, 13.06.2026 05:13 |
England have training equipment stolen |
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England are victims of a theft of their training equipment before their arrival in Kansas City on Saturday.
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| Sat, 13.06.2026 07:21 |
Balogun stars in impressive USA win over Paraguay |
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Folarin Balogun scores twice as the USA begin their World Cup campaign with a convincing 4-1 victory over Paraguay at the Los Angeles Stadium.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Sat, 13.06.2026 00:42 |
Real Madrid close in on Silva signing- Saturday's gossip |
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Real Madrid expect to complete Bernardo Silva signing, Bayern Munich confident of deal for Marcus Rashford, Manchester United win race to sign Mateus Fernandes.
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| Sat, 13.06.2026 08:54 |
Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 6 |
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Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?
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| Sat, 13.06.2026 06:43 |
VAR makes 'mistaken identity' history as strange booking confuses fans |
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The United States open their World Cup campaign with a fine win - but not before a sequence of events that left everyone scratching their heads.
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| Sat, 13.06.2026 13:19 |
What is it like to play for Scotland at a World Cup? |
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Former Scotland players Paul Lambert, Darren Jackson and Rachel Corsie explain what it is like to live every fan's dream by playing at a World Cup.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Sat, 13.06.2026 02:04 |
'Clear red' for Bosnia or 'wins the ball'? BBC pundits disagree |
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Should Bosnia-Herzegovina have been reduced to 10 men in the second half in their 1-1 draw with Canada? Wayne Rooney and ex-referee Darren Cann had differing views.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Sat, 13.06.2026 04:25 |
Katy Perry, Tyla & Future among performers at USA's opening ceremony |
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Katy Perry, Tyla and Future are among the performers at USA's star-studded World Cup opening ceremony at SoFi Stadium Stadium.
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| Sat, 13.06.2026 01:25 |
Arsenal consider move for Greek forward Tzolis |
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Arsenal have been offered Club Brugge forward Christos Tzolis and are considering accelerating a move for the Greece international.
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| Fri, 12.06.2026 21:46 |
Bellingham set to start, but no Guehi - England's expected team |
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Jude Bellingham is expected to start England's opening game of the 2026 World Cup, as Marc Guehi could start on the bench.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Sat, 13.06.2026 09:18 |
Ancelotti confirms Neymar will miss Brazil opener |
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Carlo Ancelotti confirms Neymar will miss Brazil's opening game of the World Cup against Morocco on Saturday.
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| Sat, 13.06.2026 00:37 |
Partey denied entry to Canada for Ghana's World Cup opener |
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Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey will miss his nation's first World Cup game in Toronto against Panama, after being denied entry to Canada.
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| Sat, 13.06.2026 01:49 |
Crystal Palace close to appointing Sage as manager |
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Crystal Palace close to finalising a deal for Lens manager Pierre Sage to become their new head coach.
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| Sat, 13.06.2026 11:47 |
Injured referee Oliver to miss World Cup match |
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English referee Michael Oliver is ruled out of the group match between Ivory Coast and Ecuador.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Sat, 13.06.2026 00:30 |
Six Lionesses made MBEs in King's Birthday Honours |
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Kevin Sinfield has received a knighthood in the King's Birthday Honours while six of England's Euro 2025-winning squad have been made MBEs.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Sat, 13.06.2026 01:18 |
A new way to experience the World Cup - only on BBC Sport |
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Ever wanted to see a World Cup match from every angle? How about a full-pitch tactical view? Now you can on the BBC.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Thu, 11.06.2026 20:08 |
Catch up on the World Cup without any spoilers |
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It is a dilemma plenty of fans in the UK will have - and we are giving you the chance to follow the World Cup without spoilers.
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| Tue, 09.06.2026 11:24 |
Play BBC Sport's new World Cup predictor game |
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Play BBC Sport's new World Cup predictor game to be in with the chance of winning a signed football.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Thu, 11.06.2026 14:13 |
The World Cup is bigger than ever - and BBC Sport has an app to match |
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BBC Sport are launching a new, improved app experience for the Fifa World Cup 2026
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| Tue, 09.06.2026 16:02 |
Set up BBC Sport website and app to show more Scotland |
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With Scotland at their first men's World Cup since 1998, BBC Sport is making it easier than ever to keep up with the national team's progress.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Sat, 13.06.2026 00:43 |
Rooney and Cann strongly disagree on Bosnia goalkeeper incident |
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Former World Cup final assistant referee Darren Cann and Wayne Rooney disagree over an incident involving Bosnia-Herzegovina goalkeeper Nikola Vasilj, with Rooney arguing the goalkeeper should have been sent off for his challenge on Canada's Tani Oluwaseyi.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Sat, 13.06.2026 01:13 |
Larin equaliser earns Canada first ever World Cup point |
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Cyle Larin comes off the bench to score for Canada against Bosnia-Herzegovina to earn the co-hosts a 1-1 draw as they pick up their first ever point at a World Cup.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Sat, 13.06.2026 09:21 |
The costs and challenges facing the 2026 World Cup |
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The World Cup officially kicked off this week - but alongside the football, there are questions around heat, cost, the environmental impact and travel restrictions.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Fri, 12.06.2026 23:29 |
Beckham receives star on Hollywood Walk of Fame |
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The former footballer was joined by his wife Victoria Beckham and their children, as well as actor Tom Cruise.
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| Sat, 13.06.2026 05:26 |
Balogun scores stunner as USA run riot |
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Folarin Balogun scores his second and USA's third goal before half-time in their opening game of the 2026 World Cup against Paraguay.
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| Fri, 12.06.2026 19:59 |
Scotland boss Clarke by those who know him best |
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As Steve Clarke prepares to lead Scotland at their first men's World Cup since 1998, those who know him well reveal what makes him successful.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Sat, 13.06.2026 00:59 |
Brady stayed at West Ham despite knowing of Sullivan women's team ban |
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Brady's lawyers said she had "no knowledge" of the allegations made against long-time business partner David Sullivan.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Sat, 13.06.2026 13:19 |
Free agent Wales players put themselves in shop window |
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Rhian Wilkinson says her free-agent internationals gave potential suitors a glimpse of their qualities by helping Wales finish top of their Women's World Cup qualifying group.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Fri, 12.06.2026 19:31 |
Scotland's McTominay 'ready to go' for Haiti opener after illness |
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Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay takes part in training on the eve of the World Cup opener against Haiti, having missed out the previous day because of an upset stomach.
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| Sat, 13.06.2026 10:41 |
Football Daily |
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Rick and Lloyd experience their first World Cup matchday in the USA.
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| Fri, 12.06.2026 23:26 |
Fans on concourses instead of in seats, claims Fifa |
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Fifa says numerous empty seats were visible in the near-sell-out Group A match between South Korea and the Czech Republic because of fans remaining on concourses.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Fri, 12.06.2026 23:56 |
'Toronto erupts' - Larin equalises for Canada |
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Substitute Cyle Larin equalises for Canada against Bosnia-Herzegovina at the Toronto Stadium at the 2026 World Cup.
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| Fri, 12.06.2026 22:42 |
Lukic heads Bosnia in front against Canada |
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Jovo Lukic heads Bosnia in front against co-hosts Canada in the opening game in Group B at the Toronto Stadium in the 2026 World Cup.
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| Fri, 12.06.2026 22:18 |
Richards 'understands' but disagrees with Tuchel's England squad selection |
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BBC pundit Micah Richards says he "understands" the squad picked by England manager Thomas Tuchel for the 2026 World Cup, but does not agree with Tuchel's selections, adding he would have selected one of Cole Palmer or Phil Foden.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Fri, 12.06.2026 23:24 |
Michael Buble headlines Canada's opening ceremony |
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Canada's World Cup gets under way as Michael Buble headlines their opening ceremony at the Toronto Stadium.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Fri, 12.06.2026 01:01 |
Three red cards shown as Mexico beat South Africa in World Cup opener |
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Three players are sent off as World Cup co-hosts Mexico defeat South Africa in a dramatic opening match at a packed Azteca Stadium.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Fri, 12.06.2026 00:03 |
Quinones scores opening goal of 2026 World Cup |
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Mexico's Julian Quinones scores the opening goal of the 2026 World Cup against South Africa at Mexico City Stadium.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Fri, 12.06.2026 20:04 |
Costs rise as Man Utd agree new $550m funding deal |
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The cost of servicing Manchester United's debt will rise following a new $550m deal that will see interest rates increase from 3.79% to 5.36%
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Fri, 12.06.2026 18:58 |
Premier League target hair pulling and set-piece grappling in rules review |
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Premier League referees have been told to change the way they judge hair pulling after three players were sent off last season.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Fri, 12.06.2026 13:20 |
Is Shankland finally the striker Scotland have been waiting for? |
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Lawrence Shankland might now be in his 30s, but he is finally coming of age for Scotland, writes Tom English.
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| Fri, 12.06.2026 14:39 |
Man City sign England's Mead on free transfer |
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Manchester City have confirmed the signing of England forward Beth Mead on a free transfer from Arsenal.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Fri, 12.06.2026 13:00 |
Watford great Jackett dies aged 64 |
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Watford legend and former Wales international Kenny Jackett dies at the age of 64.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Fri, 12.06.2026 19:33 |
Critics of Mbappe have gone 'too far', says Dembele |
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France forward Ousmane Dembele defends his national team captain Kylian Mbappe, saying criticism of the Real Madrid striker has gone "too far".
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Fri, 12.06.2026 18:48 |
Weir's title regret as she confirms Real Madrid exit |
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Scotland midfielder Caroline Weir has confirmed her exit from Real Madrid after four years with the La Liga runners-up without giving a hint of her next destination.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Wed, 10.06.2026 20:25 |
Any early shocks? Sutton's World Cup 2026 score predictions - opening group games |
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BBC Sport's football expert Chris Sutton gives his predictions for the scores of the first round of group games at the 2026 World Cup.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Fri, 12.06.2026 16:33 |
Gerrard? McInnes? What next for Rangers if Rohl leaves? |
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With Rangers boss Danny Rohl reportedly in talks with RB Salzburg, where might the Ibrox club turn next?
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Fri, 12.06.2026 16:41 |
When do England play and how can you follow it? |
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BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything looks at England's next World Cup fixture and how you can follow along via the BBC.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Fri, 12.06.2026 12:51 |
Republic of Ireland v Israel to be played at neutral venue |
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The Football Association of Ireland confirms the Republic of Ireland's home Nations League fixture with Israel later this year will be held at a neutral venue.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Fri, 12.06.2026 19:27 |
Robbie Williams named Port Vale shirt sponsor |
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Robbie Williams' RW mark is appearing on Port Vale home and away shirts for the next two seasons.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Fri, 12.06.2026 16:03 |
World Cup quiz: Can you identify these 2026 host cities? |
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We have selected seven of the 16 World Cup host cities for you to identify. Can you pick them out from our clues?
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| Fri, 12.06.2026 15:11 |
Will three points guarantee a spot in World Cup knockouts? |
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BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks at whether earning three points in the World Cup group stage will be enough to advance to the knockout rounds.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Wed, 10.06.2026 08:24 |
Who will win the World Cup? BBC pundits make their predictions |
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Who will win, who might spring a surprise and how will England and Scotland do? BBC pundits predict what will happen at the 2026 World Cup.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Thu, 11.06.2026 16:55 |
Fatigue? The World Cup players who have had toughest seasons |
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BBC Sport examines which World Cup teams and players have played the most minutes since last summer, when the Club World Cup was kicking off in the United States.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Thu, 11.06.2026 18:11 |
Drop deep, cash in - why Kane can be England's free-scoring false nine |
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How has Harry Kane managed to enjoy the best goalscoring season of his career at Bayern Munich when dropping deep so often? Thomas Tuchel knows - and England might now feel the benefit.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Thu, 11.06.2026 18:20 |
What history tells us about Scotland's World Cup openers |
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With Sunday's (02:00 BST) encounter with Haiti ending a 28-year absence from football's grandest stage, BBC Scotland has been digging through the archives.
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| Thu, 11.06.2026 13:49 |
Dalglish, Souness & Rod Stewart - Scotland's World Cup '86 remembered |
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Remembering Scotland's 1986 World Cup campaign, their fourth successive appearance at the tournament.
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| Wed, 10.06.2026 08:45 |
The wild hip-hop parties that started Tuchel's journey to England boss |
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Thomas Tuchel is bidding to become the first foreign manager to win the World Cup. BBC Sport charts the start of his journey to becoming England boss.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Thu, 11.06.2026 22:37 |
All done deals in June 2026 |
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Check out the significant signings and departures in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, EFL and Women's Super League.
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| Wed, 10.12.2025 08:00 |
Mo Salah: Never Give Up |
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The story of Mo Salah’s unlikely rise to global stardom.
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| Wed, 03.06.2026 11:12 |
What are the deadlines for World Cup squads? |
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BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains the deadlines by which teams must name their final squads for the 2026 World Cup
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| Thu, 28.05.2026 18:14 |
How much prize money have Premier League teams earned in Europe? |
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BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains how much Arsenal, Aston Villa and Crystal Palace have earned in Europe this season
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| Mon, 25.05.2026 17:08 |
Which club received most red cards in a Premier League season? |
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BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything looks at the teams who have received the most red cards in a Premier League season.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Sun, 24.05.2026 22:05 |
Who won the Premier League golden boot? |
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BBC's Ask Me Anything team explains who has won the Premier League golden boot and other individual awards.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Thu, 21.05.2026 14:40 |
Who are the oldest players to feature at a World Cup? |
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BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks at who the oldest players are in the history of the World Cup
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| Mon, 25.05.2026 00:01 |
Who has qualified for next season's Champions League? |
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BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains which teams have already qualified for the 2026-27 edition of the Champions League.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Mon, 18.05.2026 14:29 |
Who has the most Premier League assists in a season? |
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Our Ask Me Anything team look at who has provided the most assists in the history of the Premier League.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Sat, 13.06.2026 10:20 |
Scotland return to centre stage at last in must-win World Cup opener |
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BBC Scotland's chief sportswriter Tom English sets the scene from Boston as Scotland prepare for their first World Cup match in 28 years.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Fri, 12.06.2026 19:31 |
Scotland's McTominay 'ready to go' for Haiti opener after illness |
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Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay takes part in training on the eve of the World Cup opener against Haiti, having missed out the previous day because of an upset stomach.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Sat, 13.06.2026 10:37 |
'Rangers eye McInnes if Rohl exits' - gossip |
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Heart of Midlothian head coach Derek McInnes is reportedly a target for Rangers should Danny Rohl leave for RB Salzburg, while Napoli are said to be eyeing Celtic's Arne Engels.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Fri, 12.06.2026 19:59 |
Scotland boss Clarke by those who know him best |
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As Steve Clarke prepares to lead Scotland at their first men's World Cup since 1998, those who know him well reveal what makes him successful.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Sat, 13.06.2026 13:19 |
What is it like to play for Scotland at a World Cup? |
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Former Scotland players Paul Lambert, Darren Jackson and Rachel Corsie explain what it is like to live every fan's dream by playing at a World Cup.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Fri, 12.06.2026 16:33 |
Gerrard? McInnes? What next for Rangers if Rohl leaves? |
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With Rangers boss Danny Rohl reportedly in talks with RB Salzburg, where might the Ibrox club turn next?
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Fri, 12.06.2026 16:07 |
You are Steve Clarke... what would you do against Haiti? |
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Put yourself in the shoes of Steve Clarke and pick the side, tactics and decide what your pre-match team talk would be for their World Cup opener.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Sat, 13.06.2026 00:30 |
Six Lionesses made MBEs in King's Birthday Honours |
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Kevin Sinfield has received a knighthood in the King's Birthday Honours while six of England's Euro 2025-winning squad have been made MBEs.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Sat, 13.06.2026 13:19 |
Free agent Wales players put themselves in shop window |
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Rhian Wilkinson says her free-agent internationals gave potential suitors a glimpse of their qualities by helping Wales finish top of their Women's World Cup qualifying group.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Fri, 12.06.2026 14:39 |
Man City sign England's Mead on free transfer |
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Manchester City have confirmed the signing of England forward Beth Mead on a free transfer from Arsenal.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Fri, 12.06.2026 18:48 |
Weir's title regret as she confirms Real Madrid exit |
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Scotland midfielder Caroline Weir has confirmed her exit from Real Madrid after four years with the La Liga runners-up without giving a hint of her next destination.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Thu, 11.06.2026 15:14 |
Man City agree deal to sign England's Charles |
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Manchester City have agreed a deal to sign England defender Niamh Charles from Chelsea.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Thu, 11.06.2026 23:03 |
London Stadium and West Ham women's team not aware of Sullivan contact ban |
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The owner of West Ham United's home has raised concerns it was not told about safeguarding restrictions.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Thu, 11.06.2026 11:25 |
National League clubs urge FA to end proposals over academy teams |
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Fifty two Women's National League clubs sign a letter sent to the Football Association opposing proposals to bring top tier academy teams into their league.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Tue, 02.06.2026 08:28 |
How Cornish miners brought football to Mexico |
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As Mexico prepares to become the first country to host or co-host the World Cup three times, BBC Sport looks at its Cornish footballing roots.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Mon, 11.05.2026 03:00 |
The summer a golden generation lost its shine |
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The summer of 2006 was meant to be England's moment. A world-class squad, celebrity partners and confident fans - the hype was huge and the fall was hard.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Fri, 29.05.2026 20:04 |
How Toone is navigating grief through football |
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England and Manchester United midfielder Ella Toone opens up about grief, football and preparing for her wedding without her dad in a new BBC documentary.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Sat, 28.03.2026 08:15 |
When football turned to penalties to end 'cruel' system |
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No-one knew what to expect at football's first official penalty shootout - and no-one wanted to go down in history as the first to miss.
Source: news.bbc.co.uk |
| Wed, 11.02.2026 21:51 |
Frank's downfall: Inside his struggle to get players and fans onboard |
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Thomas Frank has been sacked as Tottenham manager after just eight months in charge. BBC Sport's Sami Mokbel takes a closer look at his tenure.
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| Fri, 30.01.2026 08:07 |
Cages, crushes and stabbings - is European away safety getting worse? |
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BBC Sport explores the safety issues fans face when following their team across Europe.
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