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Today so far 2026-09-20 · 06:00 UTC

Arsenal came agonisingly close to a significant result in the WSL when they scored a last-minute equaliser to deny Man Utd their first win, while in the Premier League, Brighton delivered an impressive performance to beat Arsenal in what was described as a complete display. Elsewhere, Newcastle defeated Hull with tactical precision, and Coventry secured a landmark victory that prompted manager Frank Lampard to urge the team to maintain perspective going forward.

Pacquiao and Mayweather rematch postponed indefinitely

The rematch between boxing greats Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather has been postponed indefinitely because of a host of reasons, with contract disputes the main factor.

2026-06-26 · 16:35 UTC
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Is an outsider right about reasons for Scottish football's ills?

2026-06-26 · 16:26

From undervalued broadcasting deals to unfulfilled potential, Ian Wright says he feels sorry for Scottish football fans…

Ireland stun world champions India in T20 opener

2026-06-26 · 16:13

Ireland pull off a massive shock as they beat world champions India for the first time in Friday's opening T20…

FAW chief expects Bellamy to remain Wales boss

2026-06-26 · 16:11

Football Association of Wales chief executive Noel Mooney expects Craig Bellamy to stay on as Wales head coach after the…

Former Ireland Women head coach Doyle dies aged 61

2026-06-26 · 15:50

Philip Doyle, who led Ireland to the Women's Six Nations Grand Slam as head coach in 2013, has died aged 61.

Paris Diamond League format reduced because of heatwave

2026-06-26 · 15:46

The Diamond League athletics meeting in Paris will go ahead in a reduced format because of extreme heat in France.

McErlean fourth in Rally Greece as Armstrong retires

2026-06-26 · 15:35

Josh McErlean ends Friday's running at Rally Greece in a battle for the podium in fourth place, while Jon Armstrong…

Arsenal explore moves for Newcastle's Guimaraes & Tonali

2026-06-26 · 15:08

Arsenal have held exploratory talks over potential moves for Newcastle pair Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali.

Samuel wins service game in under a minute

2026-06-26 · 15:05

Great Britain's Toby Samuel wins a service game in hie Eastbourne semi-final in just 55 seconds against opponent Zizou…

Bell ready for reunion with 'friends for life'

2026-06-26 · 14:43

Angus Bell has said he is ready to face his former Ulster team-mates, who he calls "friends for life", when Australia…

Where has it gone wrong for Bielsa's struggling Uruguay?

2026-06-26 · 14:31

With Uruguay possibly on the brink of elimination from the 2026 World Cup, BBC Sport looks at what has gone wrong for…

Striker Mullin leaves Wrexham by mutual consent

2026-06-26 · 14:00

Striker Paul Mullin leaves Wrexham by mutual consent, ending a memorable spell at the north Wales club.

Brentford in talks to hold Shakhtar's Champions League matches

2026-06-26 · 13:14

Brentford could play host to Champions League matches next season, despite not qualifying for the competition

Pattinson signs new deal with London City Lionesses

2026-06-26 · 13:10

London City Lionesses has announced England defender Poppy Pattinson has extended her contract until summer 2029.

Deignan to take sporting director role at GB cycling

2026-06-26 · 12:49

Former world champion Lizzie Deignan returns to Great Britain's cycling team in a sporting director role which "will…

Antonelli leads Russell in Austrian first practice

2026-06-26 · 12:45

Kimi Antonelli leads George Russell in a Mercedes one-two in first practice at the Austrian Grand Prix.

'We'll see who's right' - Stokes and Santner clash over dismissal

2026-06-26 · 12:37

Controversy on the second morning of the third Test between England and New Zealand after Mitchell Santner is given out…

Has VAR become a lottery at the World Cup?

2026-06-26 · 12:29

After a week of strange decisions many supporters have been left scratching their heads with VAR.

How Oyarzabal shows Spain are more than just Yamal - Azpilicueta

2026-06-26 · 12:27

Former Spain captain Cesar Azpilicueta explains why La Roja head coach Luis de la Fuente has the team and squad he needs…

What is it like being a tennis parent?

2026-06-26 · 12:26

Pushy parents are nothing new in a sport offering the potential of millions of pounds in prize money at the very top -…

Start Rashford? Bring O'Reilly back? Pick your England XI to face Panama

2026-06-26 · 11:58

Who should start for England against Panama in their final World Cup group game?

Rainbow flags await Egypt and Iran at awkward World Cup Pride Match

2026-06-26 · 11:20

Iran's coach refuses to discuss pride celebrations in Seattle, where his country face Egypt in a crucial Group G match.

Afghan women ask ICC for 'clear answers' on future

2026-06-26 · 11:17

Afghanistan Women's cricket team call on the International Cricket Council to give them a "clear answer" on what their…

Wales boss Bellamy has burnt bridges, says Roberts

2026-06-26 · 11:14

Wales head coach Craig Bellamy could be facing tensions in his relationships with his bosses, players and fans after a…

Hart explains how goalkeepers are struggling with World Cup ball

2026-06-26 · 11:02

Former England goalkeeper Joe Hart answers your questions about the Trionda World Cup ball and how it might be affecting…

Brentford in talks to sign Burnley's Anthony

2026-06-26 · 11:01

Jaidon Anthony could swap Burnley for Brentford, as the Bees open talks to sign the forward.

What do numbers tell us about Scotland's World Cup attacking intent?

2026-06-26 · 10:47

BBC Scotland crunches the numbers behind Steve Clarke's blunt attack and looks at the potential deeper issues.

Williams to start Wimbledon comeback against Joint

2026-06-26 · 09:20

American superstar Serena Williams makes her highly-anticipated singles comeback at Wimbledon against Australia's Maya…

Why are World Cup underdogs doing so well?

2026-06-26 · 09:18

Are the surprise results achieved by lower-ranked teams in the World Cup a matter of luck - or clever planning and…

Muir to run 5,000m at Glasgow Commonwealth Games

2026-06-26 · 09:02

Scotland's Laura Muir will run the 5,000m at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow as she aims to be "as strong as possible"…

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