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Man Utd sign ÂŁ48m Santos and close in on Tielemans()

Manchester United have completed the signing of Andrey Santos from Chelsea and are in advanced talks with Aston Villa over Belgium midfielder Youri Tielemans. >>

Published:Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:59:25 GMT

Most clinical? Least creative? Best in the air? Comparing the last four()

BBC Sport compares statistics for France, Spain, Argentina and England in the World Cup so far as the semi-finalists prepare to meet. >>

Published:Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:05:25 GMT

I want to give fans a Liverpool team to be proud of - Iraola()

Andoni Iraola wants to give Liverpool fans "a team that they can be proud of" and says he is ready for the responsibility of such a big job. >>

Published:Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:54:09 GMT

Chris Sutton's World Cup semi-final predictions()

BBC Sport's football expert Chris Sutton gives his predictions for the semi-final ties at the 2026 World Cup. >>

Published:Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:55:54 GMT

These are unprecedented times - England should enjoy them()

A record of four semi-finals in the past five international tournaments for England is outstanding. It is time to accept that this is where England belong. >>

Published:Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:25:22 GMT

BBC experts pick their England World Cup semi-final XI - do you agree?()

England are through to the World Cup semi-finals, but who would you pick in your starting XI? >>

Published:Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:05:27 GMT

Borrowed shoes, no Golden Boot - the story of the World Cup's greatest scorer()

Just Fontaine's record of 13 goals in a single World Cup has stood for decades, but he never played in the tournament again after injury ended his career at the age of 28. >>

Published:Mon, 13 Jul 2026 06:57:04 GMT

England to wear all-white kit against Argentina()

England will wear their all-white home kit and Argentina their navy blue away strip when the two sides face each other in the semi-finals of the World Cup on Wednesday. >>

Published:Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:14:11 GMT

England top air miles among semi-finalists - does it matter?()

England have travelled far more than rivals France and Argentina as World Cup 2026 tests teams across North America. >>

Published:Mon, 13 Jul 2026 07:30:25 GMT

Spain defender Leon joins London City Lionesses()

Spain defender Mapi Leon joins London City Lionesses on a three-year deal following her exit from Barcelona. >>

Published:Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:01:16 GMT

Bilic reappointed as Croatia manager()

Croatia reappoint former defender Slaven Bilic as the manager of their men's national team. >>

Published:Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:02:50 GMT

Argentina v England 1998 - Owen, Beckham and penalty pain()

England meet Argentina in the last 16 of the 1998 World Cup. >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:51:53 GMT

'Written off as too old' - France beat up-and-coming Spain in 2006()

Spain meet France in the last 16 of the 2006 World Cup. >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 19:07:01 GMT

Argentina v England 2002 - Redemption for Beckham()

England meet Argentina in the group stage of the 2002 World Cup. >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:54:43 GMT

How Maradona dominated England in 1986()

Diego Maradona leads his Argentina team to victory against England in the quarter-final of the World Cup in 1986. >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:58:20 GMT

All the goals from England's 2026 World Cup campaign so far()

As England gear up to face Norway at the Miami Stadium for the World Cup quarter-finals, re-live all the goals that got Thomas Tuchel's side there. >>

Published:Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:13:35 GMT

Ted Lasso actor Fernandez makes professional debut()

Ted Lasso actor Cristo Fernandez makes his professional football debut for American second-tier side El Paso Locomotive. >>

Published:Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:43:13 GMT

Which Premier League clubs have been hit hardest by World Cup?()

Which Premier League clubs have carried the biggest World Cup workload? >>

Published:Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:27:30 GMT

Infantino opens door to 64-team World Cup()

Plans for a 64-team men's world cup are set to be picked up and assessed in detail after the 2026 tournament with Fifa boss Gianni Infantino saying football needs to be "for the whole world". >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 19:18:56 GMT

'We have another level we can reach' - Kane defends frustrated Tuchel()

Captain Harry Kane says England "have another level we can reach" as they bid to win the World Cup for the first time since 1966. >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:18:22 GMT

'Animals', Hand of God and Beckham - Argentina and England's World Cup rivalry()

As England and Argentina prepare to go head-to-head in Wednesday's World Cup semi-final, BBC Sport looks at their footballing rivalry. >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 10:10:33 GMT

Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 36()

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

Published:Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:29:30 GMT

Arsenal want Argentina's Alvarez - Monday's gossip()

Arsenal want to sign Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez, Aston Villa hijack Newcastle's move for Johan Manzambi, plus more. >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 21:56:53 GMT

'We should all be excited' - Messi set for first England meeting()

Lionel Messi is set for his first match against England after Argentina beat Switzerland in the World Cup quarter-finals. >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 04:48:18 GMT

Top four ranked teams make semi-finals for first time()

For the first time since there have been Fifa rankings the top four ranked teams have made the semi-final of the World Cup. >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 04:26:44 GMT

Tuchel unhappy with England display - so why do they keep winning?()

Football tactics correspondent Umir Irfan examines why England are still winning games despite Thomas Tuchel insisting performances are not good. >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 12:19:03 GMT

Rice in bed for nearly three days before Norway game - Tuchel()

England boss Thomas Tuchel says Declan Rice was in bed for most of the three days prior to the World Cup quarter-final win against Norway because of a sickness bug. >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 11:15:14 GMT

BBC to show England's World Cup semi-final()

England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina will be broadcast live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. >>

Published:Sat, 11 Jul 2026 23:47:11 GMT

Lamine Yamal? Mbappe? Kane? Pick your World Cup semi-final XI()

As we look ahead to the World Cup semi-final, BBC Sport pick their last-four combined XI. Do you agree? >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:29:06 GMT

When the World Cup finishes, the football continues on BBC Sport()

When the World Cup ends we'll still have loads of great content every day as we build up to the new football season. >>

Published:Sat, 11 Jul 2026 06:03:35 GMT

Bellingham scores extra-time winner as England reach semi-finals ()

Jude Bellingham scores twice, including an extra-time winner, as England come from behind to beat Norway 2-1 in Miami to reach the World Cup semi-finals. >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 00:50:48 GMT

Argentina set up England semi-final with extra-time victory over Switzerland ()

Argentina set up a World Cup semi-final with England after scoring twice in extra-time to beat 10-man Switzerland 3-1 in Kansas City. >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 04:35:35 GMT

Michael Olise: Origins()

The origin story of France's newest superstar begins closer to home than you might think. >>

Published:Sat, 04 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Was VAR right to overturn England penalty?()

England have a penalty overturned following a VAR review after Djed Spence was judged to have initiated the contact with Norway's Oscar Bobb during the first half of extra time in Miami. >>

Published:Sat, 11 Jul 2026 23:46:41 GMT

Did spider cam impact England's opener?()

BBC Sport World Cup pundits Wayne Rooney, Ellen White and Micah Richards look at whether the spider cam had an impact in Jude Bellingham's first goal for England against Norway. >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 01:08:52 GMT

Alvarez's stunning strike gives Argentina lead against 10-man Switzerland()

Argentina retake the lead in their quarter-final against Switzerland through a stunning strike from Julian Alvarez during extra-time in Kansas City. >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 04:00:45 GMT

England 'got lucky' with disallowed goal()

BBC Sport World Cup pundits Wayne Rooney and Ellen White believe England "got lucky" after Torbjorn Heggem's second-half goal was ruled out for a foul on Elliott Anderson by Erling Haaland. >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 01:45:01 GMT

'Man of all the moments' - Bellingham gives England the lead()

Jude Bellingham scores his second goal of the game to give England a 2-1 lead over Norway during extra time of their 2026 World Cup quarter-final in Miami. >>

Published:Sat, 11 Jul 2026 23:46:44 GMT

Spain into semi-finals at expense of Belgium after Merino's late winner()

Mikel Merino emerges as Spain's hero yet again as the substitute scores in the 88th minute to stun Belgium and set up a World Cup semi-final against France. >>

Published:Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:01:20 GMT

France into semi-finals after comfortable win over Morocco()

Kylian Mbappe scores his eighth goal of this World Cup to make up for an earlier penalty miss with Ousmane Dembele adding a second as France prove too good for Morocco and move into the semi-finals. >>

Published:Thu, 09 Jul 2026 22:49:40 GMT

Did ball hit spidercam before England goal? Snicko says not - Norway unsure()

Norway's World Cup campaign ends in a quarter-final defeat by England, but they leave frustrated, arguing that Jude Bellingham's equaliser should not have counted. >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 02:20:21 GMT

Tuchel angry at 'lucky' England - but Bellingham defends players()

England head coach Thomas Tuchel is praised by former England players for saying his players "got lucky" in World Cup quarter-final win over Norway - but match-winner Jude Bellingham disagrees. >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 03:08:42 GMT

More than the Score()

The stories of World Cup stars from refugee families >>

Published:Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:26:00 GMT

Big stars and old rivals - what to expect in semi-finals()

France face Spain and England take on Argentina in heavyweight World Cup semi-final meetings - here's what to expect from the last four. >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 12:29:10 GMT

O'Sullivan set to leave Liverpool six months after joining()

Liverpool club record signing Denise O'Sullivan is expected to leave this summer just six months after joining. >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 08:26:04 GMT

Bombs, blood, ambushes - football coaching with the army()

From kidnappings to invasions, military training takes football coaches out of their comfort zone as part of the Football Association of Wales' Uefa pro licence course. >>

Published:Mon, 13 Jul 2026 03:56:53 GMT

Bellingham reaching heights of World Cup legends with Messi next()

Jude Bellingham again dazzles England and the World Cup with his brilliance, matching some records of the all-time greats. >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 04:35:19 GMT

Senegal sack manager Thiaw in wake of World Cup exit()

Senegal sack manager Pape Thiaw in the aftermath of the country's exit at the last-32 stage of the 2026 World Cup. >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 07:25:09 GMT

Footballers more likely to suffer depression and anxiety - study()

A new study finds evidence of reduced brain volume in former elite footballers, who also report difficulties with thinking skills and decision-making. >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:09:55 GMT

What England must do to win the World Cup from here()

BBC Sport takes a look at what England will need to do to reach the World Cup final after progressing to the semi-finals. >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 03:57:53 GMT

Klopp agrees to replace Nagelsmann as Germany coach()

Jurgen Klopp agrees a deal in principle to become the new head coach of Germany's men's national team after the resignation of Julian Nagelsmann. >>

Published:Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:48:39 GMT

'He has dragged them through all tournament' - England player ratings()

BBC Sport's England reporter Alex Howell rates the players after the Three Lions beat Norway to reach the World Cup semi-finals. >>

Published:Sat, 11 Jul 2026 23:51:39 GMT

Colourful, controversial and significant - ex-Chelsea and Leeds owner Bates dies()

Former Chelsea and Leeds owner Ken Bates, who has died aged 94, was a colourful and controversial figure - but also a significant one for English football, writes Phil McNulty. >>

Published:Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:28:15 GMT

Merino the unlikely hero again - as Spain wait for Lamine Yamal show()

Mikel Merino came off the bench to send Spain into the World Cup semi-finals - but Lamine Yamal is still waiting for his moment to truly shine. >>

Published:Fri, 10 Jul 2026 23:29:52 GMT

What's going on at Newcastle with Guimaraes' future in doubt?()

Bruno Guimaraes joined Newcastle in January 2022 and hoped to fulfil all his ambitions at the club. If he leaves to join Arsenal, what does it mean for the Magpies' direction? >>

Published:Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:29:27 GMT

BBC expert Sutton's World Cup quarter-final predictions()

BBC Sport's football expert Chris Sutton gives his predictions for the quarter-final ties at the 2026 World Cup, including England against Norway. >>

Published:Wed, 08 Jul 2026 22:34:48 GMT

Premier League pre-season - who are your club playing?()

The World Cup is still going on but Premier League clubs will soon begin their pre-season friendlies - who is your club taking on and when? >>

Published:Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:05:27 GMT

Late goals, comebacks and upsets - is record-breaking World Cup best ever?()

What a World Cup it has been with great goals, thrilling comebacks, late drama, shock results. But how will this tournament be remembered? >>

Published:Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:48:18 GMT

A striker duel for the ages & Qatar revenge - what to expect in quarter-finals()

Setting the scene for each of the four intriguing World Cup quarter-finals that begin on Thursday. >>

Published:Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:56:31 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:Wed, 01 Jul 2026 08:44:49 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

Why did Englandâ€™s 2006 World Cup dream end in agony?()

Why did the England football team not fulfil their potential at the 2006 World Cup? >>

Published:Mon, 11 May 2026 05:00:00 GMT

What are the key dates for the 2026-27 football season?()

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything explains the full list of key dates for the 2026-27 men's football season >>

Published:Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:04:26 GMT

Should teams bring on players just for penalty shootouts?()

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks at the numbers behind late substitutes taking penalties in shootouts. >>

Published:Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:04:37 GMT

Who has been eliminated from the World Cup?()

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team lists the full set of nations who have been eliminated from the 2026 World Cup so far >>

Published:Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:46:35 GMT

How are the TV picks decided for the World Cup's round of 32?()

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains the complexities behind television selections for the 2026 World Cup's round of 32 fixtures >>

Published:Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:02:14 GMT

Is five-match ban for Qatar's Madibo excessive?()

Our Ask Me Anything team look at whether Madibo's punishment for his challenge on Kone was proportionate. >>

Published:Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:25:29 GMT

What is the World Cup prize money?()

Our Ask Me Anything team break down the prize money on offer at the 2026 World Cup. >>

Published:Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:16:26 GMT

Who is the African World Cup goalscorer older than Ronaldo and Messi?()

While Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi appear to be in a personal battle to rewrite the World Cup record books, there is one landmark that appears beyond them. >>

Published:Wed, 24 Jun 2026 22:07:03 GMT

Garnacho absent from Chelsea pre-season training()

Alejandro Garnacho has not yet joined up with Chelsea for pre-season as the club actively look to sell the winger. >>

Published:Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:10:36 GMT

'More respect' but second season a challenge for Falkirk - McGlynn()

John McGlynn believes Falkirk will be given "more respect" in the coming campaign and matching last season will be "a challenge". >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:30:10 GMT

Celtic boss resigned to losing Engels and Maeda - gossip()

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill expects to lose Daizen Maeda and Arne Engels this summer as Rangers counterpart Derek McInnes admits he needs departures before more signings. >>

Published:Mon, 13 Jul 2026 06:22:32 GMT

Podcast: Falkirk, Scottish football & the World Cup()

All the Scottish football news including Falkirk's John McGlynn and the World Cup latest >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 16:16:00 GMT

Who has your Premiership club brought in & let go this summer?()

Your one-stop shop for all the ins and outs in the Scottish Premiership during the 2026 summer transfer window. >>

Published:Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:06:12 GMT

Spain defender Leon joins London City Lionesses()

Spain defender Mapi Leon joins London City Lionesses on a three-year deal following her exit from Barcelona. >>

Published:Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:01:16 GMT

O'Sullivan set to leave Liverpool six months after joining()

Liverpool club record signing Denise O'Sullivan is expected to leave this summer just six months after joining. >>

Published:Sun, 12 Jul 2026 08:26:04 GMT

England defender Charles joins Man City from Chelsea()

Manchester City have signed England international Niamh Charles for ÂŁ500,000 from Women's Super League rivals Chelsea. >>

Published:Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:00:17 GMT

Arsenal sign Spain defender Batlle on free transfer()

Arsenal sign Spain international Ona Batlle on a free transfer following her exit from Barcelona. >>

Published:Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:01:28 GMT

West Ham sign forward Salmon on two-year deal()

West Ham have signed England forward Ebony Salmon on a two-year deal following her exit from Aston Villa. >>

Published:Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:31:05 GMT

From Barcelona to Bromley: Inside Putellas' move to LCL()

London City Lionesses have pulled off one of the biggest signings in WSL history - but how did they persuade Alexia Putellas to join? >>

Published:Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:39:10 GMT

Sunderland women appoint FA's Gray as CEO()

Sunderland Women appoint James Gray as their new chief executive officer following the recent takeover by Bay Collective. >>

Published:Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:38:48 GMT

In spotlight but shunning limelight - Olise's unique rise to top()

A footballer who dislikes too much media attention, but Michael Olise might not have much choice if he carries on his World Cup heroics. >>

Published:Sat, 04 Jul 2026 11:02:02 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

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