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Why Haiti v Scotland was antidote to the ills of world football()

It might have been nervy. It might not have been pretty. But Scotland are here. And Scotland have won. Tom English reports from Boston. >>

Published:Sun, 14 Jun 2026 04:54:15 GMT

BBC Sport pundits choose England World Cup XIs - who would you pick?()

Thomas Tuchel will pick his first England World Cup team on Wednesday, when the Three Lions take on Croatia. BBC Sport pundits choose their starting XIs - who would you pick? >>

Published:Sun, 14 Jun 2026 11:04:53 GMT

Has Vinicius Jr brilliance just papered over the Brazilian cracks?()

Vinicius Jr scores a wonder goal to rescue his side but Brazil's performance against Morocco raises more questions than answers. >>

Published:Sun, 14 Jun 2026 01:56:24 GMT

Refugee who quit Bayern to create Aussie World Cup dream()

Nestory Irankunda was born as a refugee in Tanzania before becoming Australian record breaker with goal in victory over Turkey. >>

Published:Sun, 14 Jun 2026 07:41:05 GMT

McGinn fires Scotland to first World Cup win for 36 years()

John McGinn's goal was enough as Scotland beat Haiti 1-0 at the Boston Stadium to record their first win at a World Cup for 36 years. >>

Published:Sun, 14 Jun 2026 04:06:52 GMT

Clinical Australia upset Turkey in World Cup opener()

Watch highlights as Australia beat Turkey in their opening match, with 20-year-old Nestory Irankunda becoming the Socceroos's youngest ever World Cup goalscorer. >>

Published:Sun, 14 Jun 2026 07:16:45 GMT

What does 1-0 win mean for Scotland's chances of qualification?()

With eight third-place finishers advancing to the last 32, might three points be enough for Scotland to make history? >>

Published:Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:31:14 GMT

Fifa to pay Somali referee Artan full World Cup fee()

Somali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry to the United States to officiate at the World Cup, will still receive his tournament fee from Fifa in full. >>

Published:Sun, 14 Jun 2026 09:00:08 GMT

Was this offside? Technology fault leaves questions over VAR images()

Fifa have blamed a technical fault for the delay in releasing the VAR images after a potential - and controversial - offside call during Qatar's World Cup draw with Switzerland. >>

Published:Sun, 14 Jun 2026 08:32:45 GMT

Smaller than Isle of Man & huge Dutch influence: Curacao making history()

Curacao has possibly been most famous for its alcoholic drink of the same name - but now the nation is ready to announce itself at the World Cup. >>

Published:Sun, 14 Jun 2026 08:48:00 GMT

Arsenal and Liverpool chase Barcola - Sunday's gossip()

Arsenal and Liverpool are among Bradley Barcola's suitors, Brighton reject Coventry's Carl Rushworth bid, Bayern Munich might beat Barcelona to Marcus Rashford, plus more. >>

Published:Sat, 13 Jun 2026 20:29:25 GMT

Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 7()

Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible? >>

Published:Sun, 14 Jun 2026 06:26:01 GMT

Shirts, stuffed lions & Lego - the stolen England items worth $18,000()

Two men are charged for stealing $18,000 worth of property from England at their Kansas City training base. >>

Published:Sun, 14 Jun 2026 06:15:50 GMT

England's first World Cup training session: What did we learn?()

England have had their first training session in Kansas City - what did we learn? >>

Published:Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:01:16 GMT

McGinn 'beaming with pride' - and hopes kids around Scotland are too()

Scotland's John McGinn says his "scuffed" goal which downed Haiti in their World Cup opener leaves him "beaming with pride". >>

Published:Sun, 14 Jun 2026 03:40:50 GMT

Leicester close in on Martin appointment()

Russell Martin, who led Southampton into the Premier League in 2024, has been out of work since being sacked by Rangers in October. >>

Published:Sun, 14 Jun 2026 10:21:33 GMT

A new way to experience the World Cup - only on BBC Sport()

Ever wanted to see a World Cup match from every angle? How about a full-pitch tactical view? Now you can on the BBC. >>

Published:Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:18:24 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

Play BBC Sport's new World Cup predictor game()

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

The World Cup is bigger than ever - and BBC Sport has an app to match()

BBC Sport are launching a new, improved app experience for the Fifa World Cup 2026 >>

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

Set up BBC Sport website and app to show more Scotland()

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. >>

Published:Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:02:34 GMT

Spectacular Vinicius Jr goal earns Brazil draw against Morocco()

Vinicius Jr scores a spectacular solo goal to earn a draw for five-time winners Brazil against Morocco at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. >>

Published:Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:42:19 GMT

McGinn gives Scotland the lead against Haiti()

John McGinn puts Scotland 1-0 up against Haiti in their Group C opener at the Boston Stadium. >>

Published:Sun, 14 Jun 2026 01:48:31 GMT

'Just listen to this!' - Scotland are back at the World Cup after 28 years()

Scotland's players and fans sing Flower of Scotland at a World Cup for the first time in 28 years before their match against Haiti at the Boston Stadium. >>

Published:Sun, 14 Jun 2026 01:28:09 GMT

Saibari's 'clinical' finish gives Morocco lead against Brazil()

Morocco's Ismael Saibari fires his side into the lead against Brazil with a clinical finish in the 21st minute of their Group C match at the 2026 World Cup. >>

Published:Sat, 13 Jun 2026 22:47:06 GMT

'A must win game and we won' - Clarke ()

Scotland manager Steve Clarke reacts to his side's 1-0 victory over Haiti in their Group C opener at the Boston Stadium. >>

Published:Sun, 14 Jun 2026 04:14:10 GMT

Amorim a leading contender for AC Milan job()

Former Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim emerges as a leading contender to replace Massimiliano Allegri at AC Milan. >>

Published:Sat, 13 Jun 2026 18:59:30 GMT

Football Daily()

Scotland are back and they've started their World Cup with a win. >>

Published:Sun, 14 Jun 2026 07:11:00 GMT

Fulham in advanced talks to appoint Arbeloa as Silva's replacement()

Fulham are in advanced talks to appoint Alvaro Arbeloa as a replacement for outgoing manager Marco Silva. >>

Published:Sat, 13 Jun 2026 17:22:50 GMT

Iran win four staff visa appeals but 11 banned()

Four members of Iran's World Cup delegation win appeals against having their visa applications rejected but 11 staff remain banned from travelling to the United States. >>

Published:Sat, 13 Jun 2026 18:25:14 GMT

Vinicius Jr scores 'lightning bolt' equaliser for Brazil()

Brazil's Vinicius Jr fires home a "lightning bolt" of a strike to level up the scores in against Morocco in their Group C match in the 2026 World Cup. >>

Published:Sat, 13 Jun 2026 22:58:43 GMT

Switzerland stunned by late Qatar equaliser()

Qatar's Boualem Khoukhi scores a stoppage-time equaliser to earn his country their first ever World Cup point against Switzerland in San Francisco. >>

Published:Sat, 13 Jun 2026 21:49:48 GMT

Khoukhi heads home late equaliser for Qatar against Switzerland()

Qatar's Boualem Khoukhi heads home an equaliser in added on time as his side earn their first ever World Cup point against Switzerland in San Francisco. >>

Published:Sat, 13 Jun 2026 21:23:58 GMT

Was there an offside in build up to Switzerland penalty?()

Breel Embolo puts Switzerland 1-0 up against Qatar from the penalty spot, after the Swiss were awarded a penalty with Remo Freuler appearing to be offside before he was fouled by Qatar goalkeeper Mahmoud Abunada. >>

Published:Sat, 13 Jun 2026 21:04:29 GMT

Balogun stars in impressive USA win over Paraguay()

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. >>

Published:Sat, 13 Jun 2026 04:21:05 GMT

Katy Perry, Tyla & Future among performers at USA's opening ceremony()

Katy Perry, Tyla and Future are among the performers at USA's star-studded World Cup opening ceremony at SoFi Stadium Stadium. >>

Published:Sat, 13 Jun 2026 01:25:18 GMT

Rooney and Cann strongly disagree on Bosnia goalkeeper incident()

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. >>

Published:Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:43:19 GMT

Why Pulisic is ready to take USA to next level - Giroud()

France's World Cup winner Olivier Giroud explains why his friend and former Chelsea and AC Milan team-mate Christian Pulisic holds the key to USA hopes at this summer's tournament. >>

Published:Sat, 13 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Ghana government wants review of Partey Canada ban()

Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey is banned from entering Canada for their opening game of the World Cup. >>

Published:Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:09:47 GMT

New rules abound - was VAR diving decision wrong despite feeling right?()

Some new rules and tweaks to a few old ones have been introduced for the 2026 World Cup. But are the changes leading to confusion? >>

Published:Sat, 13 Jun 2026 18:22:34 GMT

USA start World Cup in style - but will they finally join the elite?()

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. >>

Published:Sat, 13 Jun 2026 04:40:19 GMT

The trauma and hope behind Haiti's rare World Cup appearance()

Haiti's first appearance at a men's World Cup for 52 years is as much about hope as it is goals for the conflict-torn nation. >>

Published:Sat, 13 Jun 2026 11:29:34 GMT

Arsenal consider move for Greek forward Tzolis()

Arsenal have been offered Club Brugge forward Christos Tzolis and are considering accelerating a move for the Greece international. >>

Published:Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:25:49 GMT

Scotland boss Clarke by those who know him best()

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. >>

Published:Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:59:38 GMT

Bellingham set to start, but no Guehi - England's expected team()

Jude Bellingham is expected to start England's opening game of the 2026 World Cup, as Marc Guehi could start on the bench. >>

Published:Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:46:39 GMT

West Ham shareholders address Sullivan allegations and agree ownership deal()

Co-chairs Daniel Kretinsky and Vanessa Gold have spoken out on the allegations against David Sullivan as the Czech billionaire becomes the club's largest shareholder. >>

Published:Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:26:20 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

'Clear red' for Bosnia or 'wins the ball'? BBC pundits disagree()

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. >>

Published:Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:04:10 GMT

Premier League target hair pulling and set-piece grappling in rules review()

Premier League referees have been told to change the way they judge hair pulling after three players were sent off last season. >>

Published:Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:58:15 GMT

When do England play and how can you follow it?()

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything looks at England's next World Cup fixture and how you can follow along via the BBC. >>

Published:Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:41:58 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

Any early shocks? Sutton's World Cup 2026 score predictions - opening group games()

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. >>

Published:Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:25:38 GMT

Drop deep, cash in - why Kane can be England's free-scoring false nine()

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. >>

Published:Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:11:45 GMT

'Mazadona', 'Einstein', 'The Ant' - 20 new players to watch at the 2026 World Cup()

BBC Sport TV and radio commentators pick the players they think could be the breakout stars of the 2026 World Cup. >>

Published:Tue, 09 Jun 2026 06:42:53 GMT

The wild hip-hop parties that started Tuchel's journey to England boss()

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. >>

Published:Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:45:28 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:Sat, 13 Jun 2026 13:30:09 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

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

Which club received most red cards in a Premier League season?()

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything looks at the teams who have received the most red cards in a Premier League season. >>

Published:Mon, 25 May 2026 14:08:29 GMT

Who won the Premier League golden boot?()

BBC's Ask Me Anything team explains who has won the Premier League golden boot and other individual awards. >>

Published:Sun, 24 May 2026 19:05:28 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:Thu, 21 May 2026 11:40:56 GMT

Who has qualified for next season's Champions League?()

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains which teams have already qualified for the 2026-27 edition of the Champions League. >>

Published:Sun, 24 May 2026 21:01:33 GMT

Who has the most Premier League assists in a season?()

Our Ask Me Anything team look at who has provided the most assists in the history of the Premier League. >>

Published:Mon, 18 May 2026 11:29:02 GMT

Rangers agree deal for Hearts boss McInnes - gossip()

Several reports say head coach Derek McInnes is on the verge of completing a switch from Tynecastle to Ibrox... >>

Published:Sun, 14 Jun 2026 07:46:16 GMT

Leicester set to appoint former Rangers boss Martin()

Russell Martin, who led Southampton into the Premier League in 2024, has been out of work since being sacked by Rangers in October. >>

Published:Sun, 14 Jun 2026 10:21:33 GMT

Gerrard? McInnes? What next for Rangers if Rohl leaves?()

With Rangers boss Danny Rohl reportedly in talks with RB Salzburg, where might the Ibrox club turn next? >>

Published:Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:33:48 GMT

Weir's title regret as she confirms Real Madrid exit()

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. >>

Published:Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:48:20 GMT

How has world changed since Scotland were last at men's finals?()

When Scotland last reached a men's World Cup, the Scottish parliament didn't exist, Google wasn't a thing and a pint of lager was roughly ÂŁ1.90. >>

Published:Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:44:23 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

Man City sign England's Mead on free transfer()

Manchester City have confirmed the signing of England forward Beth Mead on a free transfer from Arsenal. >>

Published:Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:39:33 GMT

Weir's title regret as she confirms Real Madrid exit()

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. >>

Published:Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:48:20 GMT

Man City agree deal to sign England's Charles()

Manchester City have agreed a deal to sign England defender Niamh Charles from Chelsea. >>

Published:Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:14:01 GMT

London Stadium and West Ham women's team not aware of Sullivan contact ban()

The owner of West Ham United's home has raised concerns it was not told about safeguarding restrictions. >>

Published:Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:03:59 GMT

National League clubs urge FA to end proposals over academy teams()

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. >>

Published:Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:25:02 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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