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Today so far 2026-09-18 · 06:01 UTC

England's cricket team has secured a T20 series victory over Sri Lanka, continuing their strong form in the format. In football, Bournemouth have made an impressive European start after overcoming a 17-point deduction, while Craig Bellamy is being allowed to speak with Burnley about their managerial position. Meanwhile, there is significant anticipation around Thomas Tuchel's first England squad selection since the World Cup, with rugby union's Fin Smith putting pressure on himself to prove his fitness for the autumn internationals.

Rahm return & course changes - Scottish Open preview

Jon Rahm returns to PGA Tour action on a rejigged Renaissance Club layout at the 2026 Scottish Open.

2026-07-07 · 16:19 UTC
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How 'comeback queen' Gauff reached Wimbledon last four

2026-07-07 · 16:01

Coco Gauff comes from a set down to beat compatriot Jessica Pegula 4-6 6-3 6-3, to reach her first ever Wimbledon…

Can Scotland learn from history-making Norway?

2026-07-07 · 15:54

Norway, a nation of a similar size to Scotland, are through to the World Cup quarter-finals, so can lessons be learned…

Fifa's Balogun decision could lead to football 'cesspit' - McAllister

2026-07-07 · 15:43

Uefa vice-president Laura McAllister says there is a risk of "an absolute cesspit" of political interference in football…

Inside Liverpool's pre-season plans as Iraola starts work

2026-07-07 · 15:43

New Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola has arrived at the club's training ground and is preparing to start work with his…

Russia could compete at LA 2028 Olympics

2026-07-07 · 15:09

Russian athletes could be allowed to compete for their country at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles after the…

GB's Hewett through in wheelchair singles

2026-07-07 · 15:01

Britain's Alfie Hewett is through to a 10th Wimbledon wheelchair singles quarter-final - but compatriot Gordon Reid…

Burnley in talks to appoint Hayen as boss

2026-07-07 · 13:53

Burnley are progressing in talks to appoint Genk head coach Nicky Hayen to fill their managerial vacancy.

Breen to captain Team Wales at Commonwealth Games

2026-07-07 · 12:06

Double Commonwealth Games gold medallist Olivia Breen will captain Team Wales for Glasgow 2026 at what will be her…

9.1m watch England's epic win over Mexico

2026-07-07 · 11:50

A peak audience of 9.1 million tuned in overnight to watch England beat Mexico to reach the quarter-finals of the World…

England replace wing Murley with forward Cunningham-South

2026-07-07 · 11:40

England call up Harlequins forward Chandler Cunningham-South to replace injured wing Cadan Murley for Saturday's Nations…

Former Afghanistan fast bowler Zadran dies aged 38

2026-07-07 · 11:24

Former Afghanistan fast bowler and "foundation-laying figure" Shapoor Zadran dies at the age of 38.

Zimbabwean football star survives gun attack in South Africa

2026-07-07 · 11:12

South African police say they are investigating a case of attempted murder but that no arrests have been made so far.

The superstar double act that became England's Wonderwall

2026-07-07 · 11:11

With 10 of England's 11 goals at the World Cup scored by either Harry Kane or Jude Bellingham, BBC Sport looks at how…

Tottenham to bid for Kroupi - Tuesday gossip

2026-07-07 · 09:16

Tottenham to target Bournemouth's Kroupi, Atletico Madrid a possible home for Salah, Wan-Bissaka a potential White…

Former Chelsea boss Rosenior named Paris FC manager

2026-07-07 · 08:58

Liam Rosenior is back in football management with Ligue 1 club Paris FC after being sacked by Chelsea in April.

Newcastle closing in on signing of Ajax's Steur

2026-07-07 · 08:34

Newcastle United are closing in on the signing of 18-year-old Ajax midfielder Sean Steur.

Why European backlash over Trump intervention won't worry Infantino

2026-07-07 · 08:02

After 10 years as Fifa president, could the Folarin Balogun controversy tip the balance against Gianni Infantino?

UFC 329: McGregor v Holloway 2 - all you need to know

2026-07-07 · 08:00

All you need to know about UFC 329 as Conor McGregor headlines against Max Holloway in Las Vegas.

'Overturn this' - Belgium taunt US and say Trump move fired them up

2026-07-07 · 07:07

Belgium's Nicolas Raskin says Fifa's decision to allow US striker Folarin Balogun to play against them fired them up for…

Safety car finish and Verstappen's future - F1 Q&A

2026-07-07 · 06:57

BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions after the British Grand Prix at Silverstone.

The man who invented a sport and played tennis with Willy Wonka

2026-07-07 · 06:39

Brad Parks came up with the idea for a new sport while on a family picnic 50 years ago.

Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 30

2026-07-07 · 05:29

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

A shambolic end for the American dream

2026-07-07 · 05:00

Mauricio Pochettino says he feels "disappointed with too many people" who brought "politics and manipulation" into the…

Belgium make light work of US to set up quarter-final tie with Spain

2026-07-07 · 02:39

Belgium ease past a defensively sloppy USA in a match shrouded in controversy surrounding Folarin Balogun's delayed…

'Total calamity!' US gift Belgium a third goal

2026-07-07 · 01:55

USA goalkeeper Matt Freese with a huge error in judgement as he gifts Belgium's Hans Vanaken the ball, leaving him with…

Ronaldo's World Cup career ends in tears as 'pandering' Martinez departs

2026-07-06 · 23:51

BBC Sport looks at the end of Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career as he fails to win football's biggest prize.

Spain's World Cup challenge built on record-breaking historic defence

2026-07-06 · 23:16

If Spain are to get their hands on the World Cup trophy again, they may have their defence, rather than their attack, to…

Giantkiller Fery stands tall to make history at Wimbledon for Britain

2026-07-06 · 22:38

Seven days ago, there was doom and gloom around British players' performances at this year's Wimbledon.

'Learn how to lose' - tempers flare in Wimbledon mixed doubles

2026-07-06 · 22:15

Jelena Ostapenko and Marcelo Arevalo advance to the Wimbledon mixed doubles semi-finals in straight sets, but the…

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