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Scotland's Boston love affair one for the ages()

BBC Scotland's Scott Mullen looks at the Tartan Army's time in Boston as it gets set to finish. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:29:00 GMT

Tuchel throws first pitch as England enjoy downtime()

Thomas Tuchel takes some time out at a baseball game as England enjoy some downtime at the World Cup - while Ivan Toney scores a hat-trick in a friendly against MLS side Sporting KC. >>

Published:Fri, 19 Jun 2026 02:46:28 GMT

Tuchel's complaints lead to Fifa moving photographers()

England head coach Thomas Tuchel has won a battle with Fifa to get photographers moved away from the bench during the national anthems. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:44:19 GMT

Liverpool sign Munoz and offer ÂŁ86m for Diomande()

Liverpool sign Spain winger Victor Munoz - and tell RB Leipzig that they will pay a package worth about 100m euros (ÂŁ86m) for Yan Diomande. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:31:47 GMT

Rice expected to be fit to face Ghana despite back pain()

Declan Rice is expected to be available for England's World Cup match against Ghana after suffering from lower back pain during the win over Croatia. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:42:59 GMT

Sutton's World Cup score predictions - second group games()

BBC Sport's football expert Chris Sutton gives his predictions for the scores of the second round of group games at the 2026 World Cup. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 20:00:21 GMT

Premier League fixtures released at 10:00 BST on Friday()

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains when the fixtures for the 2026-27 Premier League season are released. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:51:28 GMT

Canada score six but historic win marred by Kone injury()

Ismael Kone's serious-looking injury left Canada manager Jesse Marsch in tears and overshadowed their first-ever World Cup finals win as they thrashed nine-man Qatar 6-0. >>

Published:Fri, 19 Jun 2026 01:58:33 GMT

Manzambi double propels Switzerland to win against Bosnia()

Substitute Johan Manzambi scores twice in a thrilling final 20 minutes, as Switzerland beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 4-1 to edge towards a place in the World Cup round of 32. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:08:51 GMT

Kone injury is a 'huge loss' - Marsch ()

Canada coach Jessie Marsch praises his players for their 6-0 win over Qatar at the 2026 World Cup in Vancouver, but says losing Ismael Kone to a serious-looking injury is a "huge loss". >>

Published:Fri, 19 Jun 2026 01:02:38 GMT

Switzerland's Manzambi scores superb double against Bosnia()

20-year-old Johan Manzambi scores twice as Switzerland beat Bosnia in their 2026 World Cup match in Los Angeles. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:10:52 GMT

Mokoena's late penalty earns South Africa draw against Czech Republic()

Teboho Mokoena scores an 83rd-minute penalty to earn South Africa a draw against the Czech Republic at the World Cup. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:49:27 GMT

England hit four in World Cup opener against Croatia ()

England make a winning start to their World Cup 2026 campaign, beating Croatia 4-2 in a thrilling match in Dallas. >>

Published:Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:56:00 GMT

Most shots? Best dribbler? The World Cup so far in numbers()

Now every team has played once, BBC Sport take a look at who has been the best and worst players so far according to the stats. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:00:34 GMT

Messi's father dealing with 'health-related situation'()

Lionel Messi's father is currently dealing with a "health-related situation", the family said in a statement on Thursday. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:20:22 GMT

'Even the Coke is big' - visiting World Cup fans take in US culture()

Large portion sizes, tasty food, and a basketball championship welcome international World Cup fans to the US. >>

Published:Fri, 19 Jun 2026 01:16:55 GMT

Van der Vaart apologises over Japan racial slur()

Former Tottenham midfielder Rafael van der Vaart apologises after saying that Japan players "all look alike" during their 2-2 draw with the Netherlands. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:28:37 GMT

Spurs complete ÂŁ52m Van Hecke signing from Brighton()

Brighton's Dutch defender Jan Paul van Hecke joins Premier League rivals Tottenham for ÂŁ52m. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:09:48 GMT

Arsenal's first bid for Monga rejected - Friday's gossip()

Arsenal's opening bid for Jeremy Monga rejected by Leicester, Gunners also preparing bid for Bradley Barcola, RB Leipzig make contact with Everton over Barry. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:44:35 GMT

Crisis club or chance to reinvent - where does McInnes exit leave Hearts?()

Derek McInnes has left Heart of Midlothian for Rangers, so how will the Scottish Premiership runners-up react to losing their head coach? >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:11:34 GMT

How to watch the World Cup on the BBC and ITV()

All the TV and radio details for each of the 2026 World Cup group games. >>

Published:Sat, 06 Jun 2026 20:30:36 GMT

Catch up on the World Cup without any spoilers()

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. >>

Published:Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:08:40 GMT

The celebration photo that sums up my relationship with Mbappe - Giroud()

France's World Cup winner Olivier Giroud explains why iconic Les Bleus striker Kylian Mbappe is misunderstood, and seen as arrogant when he's not. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:57:31 GMT

Kane is England's greatest striker, says Lineker()

Gary Lineker thinks Harry Kane is "the greatest English striker we've ever had" after the England captain equalled his record of 10 World Cup goals. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:37:23 GMT

New Zealand make World Cup history with first mother-son duo()

New Zealand make history as Tyler and Jenny Bindon become the first mother-son duo to play at the World Cup. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:04:34 GMT

Ivory Coast's Wahi allowed into Canada after visa issue()

The Ivory Coast football federation have announced their forward Elye Wahi will be allowed into Canada for their next World Cup game after earlier being denied entry. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:13:14 GMT

Who England and Scotland face in World Cup last 32 as it stands()

Who is on course to meet in the last 32 of the World Cup? View all the projected ties after the latest group stage results here. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:25:54 GMT

Lionesses will face Greece in World Cup play-offs()

England will face Greece in round one of the 2027 Women's World Cup play-offs, with Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales also learning their opponents. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:15:51 GMT

Calvin Harris & Commonwealths force Monday start to Celtic's title defence()

Celtic open the 2026-27 Scottish Premiership season at home to Dundee on 3 August, with the champions saying they are disappointed to be starting on a Monday evening. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:00:27 GMT

Diaz scores as Colombia beat debutants Uzbekistan()

Colombia make a winning return to the World Cup, defeating debutants Uzbekistan. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:01:34 GMT

Ghana score late winner to break Panama hearts()

Ghana's Caleb Yirenkyi scored a 95th-minute winner to deny Panama their first-ever World Cup point in Toronto, Canada. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:29:02 GMT

Messi, Mbappe & Vinicius Jr - best World Cup goals from round one()

Watch the best goals from the first round of games at the World Cup, including memorable strikes from Argentina's Lionel Messi, France's Kylian Mbappe and Brazil's Vinicius Jr. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:01:15 GMT

Are goalkeepers struggling with the World Cup ball?()

Joe Hart, Wayne Rooney and Mark Chapman discuss whether goalkeepers are struggling to get to grips with the World Cup ball, after a number of long range goals. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:26:19 GMT

Fayzullaev scores Uzbekistan's first-ever World Cup goal()

Abbosbek Fayzullaev scores Uzbekistan's first-ever goal at a World Cup final, tapping in an equaliser against Colombia. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 03:53:54 GMT

Hart impressed by Kane's attention to detail with penalties()

BBC World Cup pundits Joe Hart and Wayne Rooney analyse Harry Kane's change in techniques and the amount of work he puts in when it comes to taking penalties. >>

Published:Wed, 17 Jun 2026 23:44:17 GMT

Substitute Rashford guides home England's fourth against Croatia()

Substitute Marcus Rashford scores for England to seal a 4-2 win over Croatia in their opening Group L match at the 2026 Fifa World Cup. >>

Published:Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:19:01 GMT

Bellingham scores early in second half to put England 3-2 up()

Jude Bellingham gives England a flying start to the second half against Croatia, scoring in the 47th minute to put Thomas Tuchel's side 3-2 ahead at the Fifa World Cup. >>

Published:Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:00:39 GMT

This was an England we haven't seen for years - and it was fun()

Fun to watch and full of intent - this was an England we have not seen for years, writes Phil McNulty. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:23:30 GMT

'He will be an asset' - did Vuskovic boost his Spurs chances?()

Many Tottenham fans will have got a first glimpse of Luka Vuskovic last night - so what can they expect from the highly sought-after defender? >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:49:59 GMT

Why does Scotland's McGinn do goggles celebration?()

John McGinn opens up about the relative who inspired his goal celebration. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:43:42 GMT

Palestine FA says it does not endorse Republic of Ireland v Israel game()

Palestine's Football Association (PFA) says it does not endorse the Republic of Ireland's Nations League game with Israel being moved to a neutral venue. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:21:40 GMT

From one to 48 - every World Cup team ranked after first game()

All 48 teams at the World Cup have now played once. BBC Sport's experts have ranked them all, from best to worst. Who is top? Not defending champions Argentina. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 04:28:17 GMT

What's going on with stoppage time at the World Cup?()

Pierluigi Collina decided to wage war on time-wasting at this World Cup, changing tack from the last tournament. But has it been a success so far? >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:09:41 GMT

Nearly man McInnes finally has Rangers job he always wanted()

Why has Derek McInnes swapped nearly winning the Scottish title with Heart of Midlothian for a Rangers side who finished behind them in third last season? >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:38:37 GMT

'Chip on shoulder' may help Bellingham to best form()

Jude Bellingham says the external "noise" around his place in the England team may help him find his best form during the World Cup. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:12:10 GMT

Gunter's gratitude to 'exciting young coach' Bellamy ()

Wales boss Craig Bellamy is one of football's "most exciting young coaches" says former international team-mate and the nation's U19s head coach Chris Gunter. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:04:31 GMT

Hydration boos and surprise results - World Cup talking points()

BBC Sport takes a look at the talking points from the first week of World Cup. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:13:59 GMT

Get your predictions in before the second round of World Cup group games()

Play BBC Sport's new World Cup predictor game to be in with the chance of winning a signed football. >>

Published:Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:24:41 GMT

'I want courage not fear' - Wales boss on World Cup play-offs()

Wales must beat Albania and either Romania or Norway in successive two-legged play-off ties to reach next summer's Women's World Cup. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:46:19 GMT

'If we lose, we lose in our way' - how Tuchel inspired 'fearful' England()

England players were on the receiving end of a half-time reproach from manager Thomas Tuchel as their World Cup campaign got off to a victorious start against Croatia. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:53:36 GMT

Working with Postecoglou and following the data - Salford's new boss Cklamovski()

Salford City have appointed Peter Cklamovski, someone with no experience of coaching in English football to try and lead them to promotion out of League Two >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:19:10 GMT

Fans boo, players adapt - the view on World Cup hydration breaks()

Supporters are booing them, coaches are using them, players are adapting to them - mid-half hydration breaks are affecting everyone at the World Cup in different ways. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 06:07:31 GMT

Project Mbappe - the road to becoming France's record scorer()

Kylian Mbappe has become France's all-time record scorer, aged just 27. BBC Sport takes a closer look at how he got here. >>

Published:Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:07:54 GMT

No stage too big - Haaland arrives in style at World Cup()

Erling Haaland has made a habit of scoring debut goals in the big competitions. He did it in the Champions League, the Bundesliga and the Premier League. Now he has done it at the World Cup too. >>

Published:Wed, 17 Jun 2026 02:09:24 GMT

False nines? 4-4-2? The tactical trends defining World Cup so far()

The return of 4-4-2? False nines? BBC Sport looks at the tactical trends emerging at the World Cup so far. >>

Published:Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:10:51 GMT

World Cup hydration breaks - who are the winners and losers?()

They have become a regular feature at World Cup games - but who are the winners and who are losers of the mandatory hydration breaks? >>

Published:Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:34:25 GMT

The 40-year-old keeper who inspired Cape Verde's historic debut against Spain()

Cape Verde stuns Spain with a goalless draw inspired by a 40-year-old goalkeeper who has gone viral on social media. >>

Published:Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:15:42 GMT

Who will win the World Cup? BBC pundits make their predictions()

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. >>

Published:Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:24:53 GMT

All done deals in June 2026()

Check out the significant signings and departures in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, EFL and Women's Super League. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:50:28 GMT

Mo Salah: Never Give Up()

The story of Mo Salahâ€™s unlikely rise to global stardom. >>

Published:Wed, 10 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Will three points guarantee a spot in World Cup knockouts?()

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. >>

Published:Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:11:46 GMT

What are World Cup's red card suspension rules?()

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains Fifa's suspension rules on red and yellow cards during the World Cup. >>

Published:Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:56:43 GMT

How to watch highlights of World Cup matches()

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains how you can watch match highlights and full match replays during the 2026 Fifa World Cup >>

Published:Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:26:46 GMT

Why are footballers wearing pink boots at the World Cup?()

The opening match of the 2026 World Cup was dominated by players wearing pink boots - but why is the colour so prevalent in football at the moment? >>

Published:Thu, 11 Jun 2026 22:04:51 GMT

What are the deadlines for World Cup squads?()

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains the deadlines by which teams must name their final squads for the 2026 World Cup >>

Published:Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:12:18 GMT

How much prize money have Premier League teams earned in Europe?()

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains how much Arsenal, Aston Villa and Crystal Palace have earned in Europe this season >>

Published:Thu, 28 May 2026 15:14:40 GMT

Who are the oldest players to feature at a World Cup?()

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks at who the oldest players are in the history of the World Cup >>

Published:Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:50:06 GMT

Scotland's Boston love affair one for the ages()

BBC Scotland's Scott Mullen looks at the Tartan Army's time in Boston as it gets set to finish. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:29:00 GMT

What are Clarke's big calls for Morocco? And who would you pick?()

Read what the pundits think and pick your own XI as Scotland prepare to face Morocco. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:10:03 GMT

Crisis club or chance to reinvent - where does McInnes exit leave Hearts?()

Derek McInnes has left Heart of Midlothian for Rangers, so how will the Scottish Premiership runners-up react to losing their head coach? >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:11:34 GMT

Calvin Harris & Commonwealths force Monday start to Celtic's title defence()

Celtic open the 2026-27 Scottish Premiership season at home to Dundee on 3 August, with the champions saying they are disappointed to be starting on a Monday evening. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:00:27 GMT

Motherwell appoint Johansson as Askou successor - who is he?()

Alfred Johansson is the new manager at Motherwell, with the 35-year-old Swede aiming to build on the success of last season at Fir Park. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:02:43 GMT

Scottish Premiership fixtures - find out your club's schedule()

Find out your team's schedule for this season's Scottish Premiership pre-split campaign. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:02:13 GMT

Why does Scotland's McGinn do goggles celebration?()

John McGinn opens up about the relative who inspired his goal celebration. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:43:42 GMT

Beever-Jones set to sign new deal at Chelsea()

England international Aggie Beever-Jones is expected to stay at Chelsea this summer with a new deal extending her stay. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:56:08 GMT

Lionesses will face Greece in World Cup play-offs()

England will face Greece in round one of the 2027 Women's World Cup play-offs, with Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales also learning their opponents. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:15:51 GMT

'I want courage not fear' - Wales boss on World Cup play-offs()

Wales must beat Albania and either Romania or Norway in successive two-legged play-off ties to reach next summer's Women's World Cup. >>

Published:Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:46:19 GMT

Tottenham sign Scotland forward Hanson from Villa()

Tottenham have signed Scotland international Kirsty Hanson from Aston Villa for an undisclosed fee. >>

Published:Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:00:10 GMT

Weir signs for Champions League runners-up Lyon()

Scotland captain Caroline Weir signs a three-year contract with French champions Lyon after leaving Real Madrid. >>

Published:Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:18:31 GMT

Six Lionesses made MBEs in King's Birthday Honours()

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. >>

Published:Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:30:09 GMT

Free agent Wales players put themselves in shop window()

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. >>

Published:Sat, 13 Jun 2026 10:19:00 GMT

How Cornish miners brought football to Mexico()

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. >>

Published:Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:28:25 GMT

The summer a golden generation lost its shine()

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. >>

Published:Mon, 11 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT

How Toone is navigating grief through football()

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. >>

Published:Fri, 29 May 2026 17:04:22 GMT

When football turned to penalties to end 'cruel' system()

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. >>

Published:Sat, 28 Mar 2026 06:15:22 GMT

Frank's downfall: Inside his struggle to get players and fans onboard ()

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. >>

Published:Wed, 11 Feb 2026 19:51:53 GMT

Cages, crushes and stabbings - is European away safety getting worse?()

BBC Sport explores the safety issues fans face when following their team across Europe. >>

Published:Fri, 30 Jan 2026 06:07:36 GMT

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