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Coventry City secured their first points of the season with a dramatic win over Forest, marking a significant milestone after 25 years without a victory in this fixture. In women's football, Arsenal snatched a last-minute equaliser to deny Man Utd their first WSL win, while Brighton delivered a dominant performance against Arsenal in the men's league. Elsewhere, darts player Littler achieved a dramatic comeback with a final-leg victory over Aspinall, and Warrington ended Hull KR's reign with an impressive display.

Messi comes off the bench to score as Argentina beat Jordan

Lionel Messi comes off the bench to become the first player in FIFA World Cup history to score in seven consecutive matches, as Argentina defeat Jordan 3-1 in their final game in Group J.

2026-06-28 · 04:43 UTC
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Maestro Messi scores again and breaks another record in the process

2026-06-28 · 04:06

Lionel Messi comes off the bench to score his sixth goal of the 2026 World Cup as Argentina beat Jordan 3-1 in Dallas…

Wales set to reduce squad for Nations Championship

2026-06-28 · 03:39

Head coach Steve Tandy says the Wales squad for the Nations Championship will be cut to between 32 and 34 players early…

What you need to know about England's opponents DR Congo

2026-06-28 · 03:21

England will face DR Congo in the round of 32. Here is what you need to know about them.

Lo Celso marks his World Cup debut with a fantastic free-kick

2026-06-28 · 02:47

Giovani Lo Celso scores a fantastic free-kick on his World Cup debut to give Argentina the lead against Jordan.

Colombia denied late winner in enthralling draw with Portugal

2026-06-28 · 02:46

Colombia and Portugal play out one of the games of the tournament, as both sides qualify for the World Cup last 32…

'Get rid of VAR!' Rooney unhappy Sanchez goal ruled out

2026-06-28 · 02:30

BBC Sport World Cup pundit Wayne Rooney cannot believe Davinson Sanchez's goal for Colombia against Portugal was ruled…

DR Congo come from behind to book last-32 tie with England

2026-06-28 · 02:23

DR Congo set up a World Cup last-32 meeting with England by reaching the knockouts for the first time as they come from…

Salah an injury doubt for Egypt's last-32 tie

2026-06-28 · 02:04

Egypt captain Mohamed Salah is a doubt for Friday's World Cup last-32 tie against Australia after suffering a hamstring…

Kane becomes England's top World Cup scorer - and now chases other greats

2026-06-28 · 01:54

Harry Kane became England's all-time leading World Cup scorer with his 12th goal in the win against Panama on Saturday,…

Bad Bunny: Latin star lights up London with history-making stadium show

2026-06-28 · 01:46

Pride and a party as the Puerto Rican becomes the first Latin artist to headline a UK stadium.

Why England's back four has no stability

2026-06-28 · 01:16

BBC Sport World Cup pundits Micah Richards and Wayne Rooney believe Thomas Tuchel should have included more full-back…

Job done - but England will not win World Cup unless they improve

2026-06-28 · 01:05

England did their job topping the group - but they can forget winning the World Cup if they do not improve, writes Phil…

Tuchel worried about right-back situation

2026-06-28 · 00:52

Thomas Tuchel says he is "worried" about England's right-back crisis after Jarell Quansah became the latest in the…

'Bye-bye, Scotland!' - Clarke's leaving letter to the Tartan Army

2026-06-28 · 00:52

Steve Clarke's letter to the Scotland fans in full following his departure as head coach.

Kane and Bellingham proved again why they are key players - Tuchel

2026-06-28 · 00:30

Thomas Tuchel says Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham proved once again why they are key players for England, after both men…

Rashford admits he wasn't at 'best level' after first World Cup start

2026-06-28 · 00:20

After making his first start of the World Cup in England's 2-0 win against Panama, Marcus Rashford admits he can raise…

'He's that guy!' Pundits praise 'brilliant' Bellingham

2026-06-28 · 00:15

BBC Sport World Cup pundits Micah Richards and Wayne Rooney praise Jude Bellingham's "desire and hunger" to perform on…

Croatia beat Ghana to reach knockout stages

2026-06-28 · 00:01

Nikola Vlasic scores a late header as Croatia booked their place in the World Cup last 32 with victory over…

Kane hails 'very versatile' Bellingham after Panama win

2026-06-27 · 23:49

Harry Kane praises Jude Bellingham's ability to thrive when he has the freedom to "attack the game" after the midfielder…

Clarke steps down as Scotland boss after World Cup exit

2026-06-27 · 23:37

Steve Clarke resigns as Scotland head coach following the nation's group exit from the World Cup.

England labour past Panama to qualify for last 32 as group winners

2026-06-27 · 23:35

Goals from Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane help England secure a 2-0 win over Panama, as Thomas Tuchel's side qualify for…

Scotland's ill-fated World Cup story finally at a sorry end

2026-06-27 · 23:21

BBC Sport Scotland's chief sportswriter Tom English sums up his verdict on the nation's World Cup exit.

Scotland's elimination from World Cup confirmed

2026-06-27 · 22:58

Scotland are out of the 2026 World Cup as they are unable to finish the group stage as one of the eight best…

Who had the X-factor and who had a tough game? England player ratings

2026-06-27 · 22:57

BBC Sport's England reporter Alex Howell rates the players after the Three Lions' win over Panama in the World Cup.

Ryu leads Women's PGA Championship as Yoon blows five-shot lead

2026-06-27 · 22:56

South Korea's Ina Yoon admits being nervous as she lets a five-shot lead slip as Haeran Ryu moves two shots clear…

Kane breaks England World Cup goals record to double lead against Panama

2026-06-27 · 22:56

Harry Kane scores the 11th World Cup goal of his career to overtake Gary Lineker as England's all-time top scorer in the…

'Huge relief' - Bellingham puts England ahead against Panama

2026-06-27 · 22:56

Jude Bellingham does enough to get just ahead of his defender and poke the ball home from Bukayo's Saka corner and put…

England knock out holders New Zealand to reach T20 World Cup semis

2026-06-27 · 22:25

Danni Wyatt-Hodge smashes an unbeaten 89 to lead England to a nine-wicket victory over defending champions New Zealand…

'A confident group' - England race into semis bursting with belief

2026-06-27 · 21:58

England have "never been more confident" going into a World Cup semi-final, says coach Charlotte Edwards.

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