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Today so far 2026-09-17 · 12:00 UTC

The 2029 Winter Olympics will be held across two countries as venues have been confirmed, marking a significant shift in how the Games will be hosted. In football, Gray was sacked by Hibs after just six league games, while there are broader concerns about VAR decision-making being rushed under pressure, as evidenced by a controversial derby review. Elsewhere in sports, Charlotte has been selected to host the WTA Finals from 2027, and there are ongoing questions about high-profile talent such as Chelsea's Kendry Paez and Manchester United's Gabriel.

Messi says 'pain is immense' after losing World Cup final

Lionel Messi says "the pain is immense" and that it "will take time to heal" after Argentina lost 1-0 to Spain in the World Cup final.

2026-07-20 · 19:13 UTC
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Chelsea step up interest in Palace's Lacroix

2026-07-20 · 18:04

Chelsea accelerate their interest in defender Maxence Lacroix after a fresh round of talks with Crystal Palace.

Date set for Smith's first world title defence

2026-07-20 · 18:04

Dalton Smith will defend his WBC light-welterweight for the first time on 24 October when he takes on mandatory…

Galaxy Digital Signs 15-Year, $75M Deal to Rename Texas Tech’s Football Stadium

2026-07-20 · 17:45

Galaxy Digital has agreed to pay roughly $75 million over 15 years to put its name on Texas Tech University’s football…

Guardiola in reported talks with Italy - would England come calling?

2026-07-20 · 17:20

Former Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola, a fluent Italian speaker, is a contender for the vacant Italy head coach…

Thank you for making this a World Cup to remember on the BBC

2026-07-20 · 16:51

BBC Director of Sport Alex Kay-Jelski's message as BBC Sport delivers a record-breaking World Cup across TV, radio,…

Sciver-Brunt joins Trent Rockets coaching staff

2026-07-20 · 16:49

Former England bowler Katherine Sciver-Brunt joins Trent Rockets Women as an assistant coach for the 2026 edition of The…

Could Argentina face action after post-final trouble?

2026-07-20 · 16:44

Argentina are likely to face a Fifa investigation following the ugly scenes at the end of the World Cup final.

'I'm proud of it' - Keegan looks back on career highlights and legacy

2026-07-20 · 16:32

Kevin Keegan talks to Football Focus' Dan Walker in 2018 about some of the standout moments from his career - from…

Hearts agree deal to sign Forest Green captain Mendy

2026-07-20 · 16:19

Forest Green Rovers captain Laurent Mendy is set to become Hearts' 10th summer signing.

Are England finally improving in ODI cricket?

2026-07-20 · 16:17

After beating India 2-1, BBC Sport asks if England are finally building momentum one year out from the World Cup.

F1 in Belgium: The 2026 cars look pathetic on all the best racetracks

2026-07-20 · 15:59

Many will say Spa is the best racetrack on earth, but not for these F1 cars.

Rodri's stock at all-time high as he adds to trophy collection

2026-07-20 · 15:52

Rodri cements status as one of the world's best midfielders after World Cup and Golden Ball triumphs.

Gifted, charismatic and passionate amid highs and lows - Keegan obituary

2026-07-20 · 15:00

The positivity and vibrancy Kevin Keegan brought made him a cherished figure within the game, writes chief football…

What will Rogers bring to Alonso's Chelsea?

2026-07-20 · 14:57

Chelsea's £117m move for Aston Villa forward Morgan Rogers is a genuine transfer window shock, but how did they do it…

Keegan's double inspires Liverpool to 1974 FA Cup glory

2026-07-20 · 14:45

Kevin Keegan scores twice as Liverpool defeat Newcastle United 3-0 in the 1974 FA Cup final.

Newcastle, Liverpool and England legend Keegan dies

2026-07-20 · 14:38

Former England captain and manager Kevin Keegan dies at the age of 75, seven weeks after he revealed he had been…

Everton sign defender Blundell on permament deal

2026-07-20 · 14:27

Hannah Blundell, who has won three England caps, says it was an "easy decision" to make her Everton move permanent after…

Liverpool sign midfielder Itamura from Feyenoord

2026-07-20 · 14:14

Liverpool sign attacking midfielder Mao Itamura from Feyenoord.

World Cup final watched by 15.8m people on BBC

2026-07-20 · 13:57

Spain's victory in Sunday's World Cup final attracts a peak audience of 15.8 million on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.

Manager Garcia to leave Belgium when contract expires

2026-07-20 · 13:52

Belgium manager Rudi Garcia will leave his role after the country's football association decided against extending his…

Lamine Yamal celebrates World Cup win with little brother who charmed fans

2026-07-20 · 13:13

The three-year-old brother of Yamal has been hailed one of Spain's World Cup breakout stars by fans

Why are Premier League transfer fees soaring?

2026-07-20 · 13:04

With Morgan Rogers set to become the third £100m-plus Premier League transfer of the summer, BBC Sport looks at how the…

Scottish quartet learn possible European opponents

2026-07-20 · 12:50

Hearts, Rangers, Motherwell and Hibernian discover their pathways as the third qualifying round draws are made for the…

Watch the BBC's closing World Cup montage

2026-07-20 · 12:50

Watch the closing montage of the BBC's coverage of the 2026 Fifa World Cup featuring all the highs, lows and colour from…

Could Infantino really push through a 64-team World Cup?

2026-07-20 · 11:57

If we have learned one thing from Gianni Infantino's Fifa tenure, it is that more is better.

Villa sign Wolves midfielder Gomes in £38m deal

2026-07-20 · 11:04

Aston Villa move for Brazil midfielder Joao Gomes after Amadou Onana suffered a serious knee injury at the World Cup.

'I turned on Ceefax, saw we'd drawn Red Star Belgrade, and almost fainted'

2026-07-20 · 10:46

As Irish Premiership champions Larne prepare to face Red Star Belgrade in Champions League qualifying on Tuesday,…

Why Beckham was face of World Cup in the US

2026-07-20 · 10:45

After arriving in Los Angeles 19 years ago promising to grow the game, David Beckham is still helping sell football to…

Best goal, best player, best fans - BBC reporters' World Cup awards

2026-07-20 · 10:29

BBC Sport reporters pick their best moments of the tournament - and you can vote for yours.

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