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Lamine Yamal shows why this could be his World Cup()

Spain looked an instantly better team with Lamine Yamal in the side, with the 18-year-old showing why this could be his World Cup. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:27:01 GMT

Does it matter if Scotland lose and still make history?()

Does the performance, even the result, matter as long as Scotland qualify for the group stage of the World Cup after Wednesday's game against Brazil? Tom English ponders. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 21:39:43 GMT

The World Cup records that look set to be broken()

The 2026 World Cup may only be 10 days old but the tournament has already rewritten football history. BBC Sport takes a look at the records already broken, or set to be. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 13:55:05 GMT

'Oh my word!' - Cape Verde take shock lead against Uruguay()

Cape Verde's Kevin Pina scores the opening goal against Uruguay in their Group H match in the 2026 World Cup. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 22:46:33 GMT

Tuchel not afraid to shout at players - Watkins()

Ollie Watkins says Thomas Tuchel is "not afraid" to shout at England players as the manager aims to maintain training standards at the World Cup. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 22:04:05 GMT

Liverpool reject ÂŁ21.7m Inter Milan offer for Jones()

Liverpool reject a verbal offer of 25m euros (ÂŁ21.7m) from Inter Milan for midfielder Curtis Jones. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 21:01:47 GMT

What have we learned from Scotland's World Cup so far?()

After a win over Haiti and a narrow defeat by Morocco, BBC Sport Scotland assesses what we have learned from Scotland's World Cup so far. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 13:14:21 GMT

The beauty of sharing your child's first World Cup()

There is nothing like the first World Cup you can enjoy with your kid - and the wide-eyed wonder through which they see it. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 13:27:51 GMT

Rashford might still join Barca - Monday's gossip()

Marcus Rashford might still join Barcelona, Paris St-Germain join the race for Crysencio Summerville, Manchester United have no interest in selling Benjamin Sesko, plus more. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 21:25:29 GMT

Ten-man Belgium remain winless after draw with Iran()

Goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand made a string of impressive saves to keep alive Iran's hopes of reaching the World Cup knockout stage for the first time, as they earned a hard-fought point against 10-man Belgium. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 21:55:21 GMT

Lamine Yamal on target as Spain put four past Saudi Arabia()

Lamine Yamal scored 10 minutes into his first World Cup start as Spain beat Saudi Arabia to register their first win of the tournament. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:51:44 GMT

VAR rules out Iran's Weghorst-esque goal()

Mehdi Taremi scores a goal similar to Wout Weghorst's effort against Argentina in the 2022 World Cup but it's disallowed by by VAR for offside. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 21:39:38 GMT

Ngoy red card leaves Belgium with 10 men()

Belgium's Nathan Ngoy is shown a red card for fouling Iran's Mehdi Taremi. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 21:09:28 GMT

Lamine Yamal is Spain's main man - Rooney analysis()

Watch BBC pundits Wayne Rooney, Cesar Azpilicueta, and Thomas Frank give their analysis on Lamine Yamal's performance for Spain against Saudi Arabia in the 2026 World Cup. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:24:06 GMT

Spurs' Bergvall exploring options away from club()

Sweden's Lucas Bergvall is facing an uncertain future at Tottenham with the midfielder keen for a new challenge. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 22:08:27 GMT

VAR official who made hand gesture returns to World Cup duty()

Video assistant referee official Shaun Evans will return to duty for New Zealand's game against Egypt on Sunday (Monday, 02:00 BST). >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 15:58:46 GMT

World Cup quiz: Name every Golden Boot winner()

How many World Cup top goalscorers from down the years can you name? >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 09:25:46 GMT

Proposals to keep 'crown jewel' sports free on streaming services()

The government is proposing new legislation to prevent streaming and catch-up rights to some of the world's biggest sporting events - including the World Cup - being put behind a paywall for UK viewers. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 21:33:39 GMT

Meet the record-equalling keeper who helped Curacao make history()

Curacao's Eloy Room makes a record-equalling 15 saves to help his tiny island nation to a first World Cup point against Ecuador. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:29:28 GMT

Doku criticised over plan to return home for birth()

Winger Jeremy Doku is criticised for saying he wants to leave Belgium's World Cup camp to be with his wife when she gives birth to their first child. >>

Published:Sat, 20 Jun 2026 23:21:21 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

All three England keepers played there - Carlisle's role in trio's rise()

From west Cumbria to the World Cup, Carlisle is England's goalkeeper factory, with all of Thomas Tuchel's goalkeepers passing through the club. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:43:54 GMT

Rice feels like he will get an assist at every corner ()

Declan Rice feels like he will get an assist "every time" he takes a corner - and says England fans should be "excited" for what is to come at the World Cup. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 01:03:54 GMT

From factory floor to World Cup star - Germany's super-sub Undav()

It was not long ago that his manager Julian Nagelsmann called him out openly - but Deniz Undav is proving himself a key player for Germany at the World Cup. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 00:22:07 GMT

Mark Hughes' son Alex dies aged 38()

Wales legend Mark Hughes says he is "totally heartbroken" after the death of his son Alex aged 38. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 08:44:38 GMT

What next for ÂŁ70m Fofana at Chelsea?()

Chelsea are well stocked in defence and Wesley Fofana is yet to consistently show his talents for the Premier League side. >>

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

Newcastle reject Spurs bid of about ÂŁ80m for Tonali()

Newcastle United reject a bid from Tottenham Hotspur for midfielder Sandro Tonali of about ÂŁ80m. >>

Published:Sat, 20 Jun 2026 22:30:51 GMT

How does qualification for the World Cup knockout stage work?()

With the second round of group-stage matches under way, we assess who can play who in the knockout rounds - and how they can get there. >>

Published:Sat, 20 Jun 2026 16:24:00 GMT

'He's arrived' - Lamine Yamal scores the opener for Spain()

Spain's Lamine Yamal scores the opening goal against Saudi Arabia in their Group H match in the 2026 World Cup. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:31:27 GMT

Goalline technology denies Japan goal by fractions()

Tunisia goalkeeper Aymen Dahmen makes an "unbelievable save" to prevent Japan from doubling their lead by the finest of margins, in their 2026 World Cup match at Estadio Monterrey. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 05:01:44 GMT

Japan run riot as Tunisia eliminated in Renard's first game()

Ayase Ueda scores twice to help Japan to a thumping 4-0 win, as Herve Renard's first game in charge of Tunisia ends with his side being eliminated from the 2026 World Cup. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 06:25:15 GMT

Impenetrable Room inspires Curacao to first World Cup point()

Curacao goalkeeper Eloy Room equals the record for most saves in a World Cup match, as Dick Advocaat's side earn their first ever point in the tournament with a 0-0 draw against Ecuador at the Kansas City Stadium. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 03:14:41 GMT

Undav scores twice as Germany fight back to beat Ivory Coast()

Deniz Undav rescues Germany with his second-half double helping them to come from behind to defeat Ivory Coast and book their place in the knockout stages of the World Cup. >>

Published:Sat, 20 Jun 2026 22:45:52 GMT

Netherlands thrash Sweden to all but guarantee last-32 place()

Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo score two goals apiece as the Netherlands cruise past Sweden 5-1 to all but mathematically guarantee a place in the last 32 of the World Cup. >>

Published:Sat, 20 Jun 2026 19:36:30 GMT

Gakpo fires home the 100th goal of this World Cup()

Cody Gakpo scores the 100th goal of this World Cup as he his second of the game to put Netherlands 4-0 ahead against Sweden. >>

Published:Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:48:15 GMT

Brobbey scores twice against Sweden()

Brian Brobbey scores twice in the first half in Netherland's World Cup match with Sweden. >>

Published:Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:57:23 GMT

Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 14()

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

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 06:12:41 GMT

Scotland expects: The story of McTominay's World Cup so far()

Some are suggesting Scott McTominay has not had the expected impact for Scotland at the World Cup, but is that fair on the Napoli midfielder? >>

Published:Sat, 20 Jun 2026 20:16:11 GMT

Why Kane is different at this World Cup - Shearer()

Former England captain Alan Shearer explains what has changed for Harry Kane since his struggles at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. >>

Published:Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:24:12 GMT

Dutch royals enjoy two big results in one World Cup day()

There may be about 5,000 miles between the Netherlands and their former colony Curacao but members of the Dutch royal family managed to see both sides play on Saturday. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 09:45:57 GMT

Country music fan Kane leaves Ella Langley gig early to make curfew()

Harry Kane and Dan Burn were among the England players at a concert of US country music star Ella Langley, but had to leave early to make their curfew. >>

Published:Sat, 20 Jun 2026 22:10:38 GMT

Saka trains alone as England prepare for Ghana game()

Bukayo Saka was the only player not present in group training as England continued their preparations for their second World Cup match against Ghana. >>

Published:Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:02:39 GMT

Real Madrid deny contact with Bayern's Olise()

Real Madrid deny reports linking them with Bayern Munich and France winger Michael Olise. >>

Published:Sat, 20 Jun 2026 19:04:13 GMT

Boston bounce sends Scotland to Miami with hope and no fear()

Scotland and their fans head to Miami for a World Cup date with destiny after making memories in Boston to last a lifetime. >>

Published:Sat, 20 Jun 2026 14:43:39 GMT

'Star in the making' - what is Man City's plan for forgotten man Reis?()

Manchester City are still awaiting the arrival of their new manager but forgotten defender Vitor Reis will be back in the building following his season-long loan spell in La Liga. >>

Published:Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:39:38 GMT

World Cup groups separated by head-to-head records for first time()

Fifa is using head-to-head records instead of group goal difference as the first tiebreaker for teams who are level on points at the World Cup. >>

Published:Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:25:54 GMT

World Cup still waits for real Brazil to show up()

While rivals Argentina and France have impressed in the United States, Brazil have struggled to hit top form - despite a 3-0 win over minnows Haiti. >>

Published:Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:54:22 GMT

Oh, brother! The sibling rivals lining up for different World Cup teams()

Sibling rivals are lining up for different teams at the World Cup, with seven pairs of brothers in total at this tournament. >>

Published:Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:55:37 GMT

The Super Bowl winner's son stepping into spotlight with USA()

Alex Freeman is stepping out of the shadows of his Super Bowl-winning father to forge his own path in football. >>

Published:Fri, 19 Jun 2026 23:31:23 GMT

Stick or twist? Rashford and Guehi are Tuchel's big dilemmas()

Before England's World Cup match against Ghana on Tuesday, BBC Sport's Phil McNulty looks at Thomas Tuchel's big selection dilemmas. >>

Published:Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:20:37 GMT

A heavily jeered $250m goldmine - are hydration break ads here to stay?()

BBC Sport explores how hydration break ads work in other countries and how they could impact the future of football. >>

Published:Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:14:48 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

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

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

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:Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:52:45 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

Does it matter if Scotland lose and still make history?()

Does the performance, even the result, matter as long as Scotland qualify for the group stage of the World Cup after Wednesday's game against Brazil? Tom English ponders. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 21:39:43 GMT

What have we learned from Scotland's World Cup so far as Brazil test looms?()

After a win over Haiti and a narrow defeat by Morocco, BBC Sport Scotland assesses what we have learned from Scotland's World Cup so far. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 13:14:21 GMT

Scotland expects: The story of McTominay's World Cup so far()

Some are suggesting Scott McTominay has not had the expected impact for Scotland at the World Cup, but is that fair on the Napoli midfielder? >>

Published:Sat, 20 Jun 2026 20:16:11 GMT

Boston bounce sends Scotland to Miami with hope and no fear()

Scotland and their fans head to Miami for a World Cup date with destiny after making memories in Boston to last a lifetime. >>

Published:Sat, 20 Jun 2026 14:43:39 GMT

Brazil preview and is the World Cup catching fire in USA?()

We preview Scotland v Brazil in Miami and ask how the World Cup is going down in the USA. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:46:00 GMT

Just's rise from Austrian second tier to World Cup breakout star()

BBC Scotland charts a rapid rise that has taken the Motherwell attacking midfielder from second-division football to the game's grandest stage. >>

Published:Sun, 21 Jun 2026 09:44:29 GMT

Earps 'doesn't know' if she's ready for spotlight again()

Former England goalkeeper Mary Earps does not know if she is ready to be back in the spotlight after signing for the London City Lionesses. >>

Published:Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:07:34 GMT

Curacao's trailblazer doctor on football's big stage ()

Dr Suzanne Huurman is head of medical staff for Curacao's national men's side - the World Cup's smallest ever team by population and size. >>

Published:Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:35:17 GMT

London City Lionesses sign ex-England keeper Earps()

Former England goalkeeper Mary Earps joins London City Lionesses on a two-year deal after leaving Paris St-Germain. >>

Published:Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:00:18 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

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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