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Today so far 2026-09-20 · 12:00 UTC

England's new cricket coach Brendon Fleming has outlined his ambitions to beat the Aussies while addressing questions about discipline and team management. In football, Mourinho and Simeone have renewed their rivalry in the Madrid derby after more than a decade, while Swansea continue to maintain their good form in their push up the league. Elsewhere, UFC flyweight champion Adriano Van retained his title against Pantoja, and darts player Luke Littler is considering boycotting Dutch events over concerns about fan behavior.

Wales boss Bellamy in talks over Burnley job

Burnley hope to complete a deal to appoint Wales boss Craig Bellamy following Scott Parker's departure.

2026-06-24 · 13:17 UTC
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Paro dethrones Crocker to land welterweight title

2026-06-24 · 12:37

Australia's Liam Paro is the new IBF welterweight champion with a points win over Belfast's Lewis Crocker at the Pat…

Stokes apologises to team-mates before Test return

2026-06-24 · 11:28

England captain Ben Stokes has apologised to his team-mates before his return for the third Test against New Zealand at…

Leeds agree contract with Fulham forward Wilson

2026-06-24 · 11:23

Leeds agree a long-term contract with Fulham attacker Harry Wilson to join on a free transfer.

Defender Gusto considering Chelsea future

2026-06-24 · 11:23

Chelsea defender Malo Gusto is exploring his options to leave this summer, with the club placing a £75m price tag on him.

Tuchel's England are opposite to Southgate's - and built to beat top teams

2026-06-24 · 11:15

BBC Sport's football tactics writer Umir Irfan explains why Thomas Tuchel's England system is built to prosper against…

Lewis revives Wales career in problem position

2026-06-24 · 11:00

Dillon Lewis is back in the international fold after a two-year absence as Wales look to solve their problems at…

England 'incredibly happy' to rest Itoje for Boks

2026-06-24 · 10:58

England assistant Richard Wigglesworth says leaving Maro Itoje out of next month's game with world champions South…

Why Bellingham was not sent off for covering his mouth

2026-06-24 · 10:10

England midfielder Jude Bellingham was not shown a red card despite covering his mouth while talking to Ghana's Jordan…

Swansea great and ex-Wales player Williams dies

2026-06-24 · 10:07

Swansea City great and former Wales international Herbie Williams dies aged 85.

Lazio to pay compensation in pregnancy dispute case

2026-06-24 · 10:00

Lazio Women have been ordered to pay compensation to former midfielder Maja Gothberg because they unlawfully ended her…

World Cup quiz: Name Scotland and Brazil's teams in 1998

2026-06-24 · 09:52

Test your knowledge of the Scotland and Brazil sides that faced each other at the 1998 World Cup

England to face Scotland? World Cup knockout stage as it stands

2026-06-24 · 09:26

Use BBC Sport's predictor tool with in-game updates to plot your country's route through the World Cup knockouts.

Spurs' Tonali hunt shows chasm Newcastle must bridge

2026-06-24 · 08:48

The pursuit of Sandro Tonali by Tottenham - who narrowly avoided relegation last season - shows the challenge Newcastle…

What to look out for on EFL fixture release day

2026-06-24 · 07:58

All the information you need before the Championship, League One and League Two fixtures are announced on 25 June.

UFC icon Poirier accepts he needs help after arrest

2026-06-24 · 07:20

Dustin Poirier has said he is "at the point where I need some help" after being arrested for alleged public drunkenness.

World Cup's best matches, moments, goals & players so far - ranked

2026-06-24 · 06:59

After two rounds of fixtures, BBC Sport ranks the best matches, moments, players and goals of the World Cup so far.

What are Scotland's chances of progressing as third-place finishers?

2026-06-24 · 06:35

With 32 of 48 teams advancing to the knockout rounds of the World Cup it is more difficult to be eliminated than to…

Anisimova plots Wimbledon sequel with happier ending

2026-06-24 · 06:08

Many wondered how long it would take Amanda Anisimova to recover from last year's Wimbledon final.

Big players must step up as Scotland pursue history against Brazil

2026-06-24 · 06:05

Scotland don't know what they need against Brazil to reach the knockout phase of the World Cup for the first time, but…

Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 17

2026-06-24 · 06:05

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

From prodigy skier to world‑class tennis star

2026-06-24 · 05:00

He’s the best tennis player in the world, but how did he get there?

Colombia qualify for last 32 with win over DR Congo

2026-06-24 · 04:43

Daniel Munoz's deflected strike is enough for Colombia to beat DR Congo and secure their place in the 2026 World Cup…

Ancelotti's quest to end Brazil's 24-year wait for World Cup glory

2026-06-24 · 03:42

BBC Scotland's Andy Burke looks at Carlo Ancelotti and his mission at Brazil before their final Group C game against…

No extra revenue for Fifa from hydration breaks - Infantino

2026-06-24 · 02:27

Hydration breaks at the World Cup are "purely a sporting matter" and bring "no additional revenue for Fifa", says…

Quiz: How well do you know birthday boy Messi at World Cups?

2026-06-24 · 02:21

Argentina great Lionel Messi turns 39 today and has been lighting up the World Cup this summer, but how well do you know…

Croatia earn narrow win to knock out Panama

2026-06-24 · 02:19

Croatia remain in contention for a last-32 spot at the World Cup after earning their first points in Group L with a win…

Silly tackle, bad reaction - Tuchel defends Bellingham after Queiroz row

2026-06-24 · 01:15

England manager Thomas Tuchel defends Jude Bellingham after the midfielder is involved in a heated row with Ghana boss…

No need to panic for England - but this was a reality check

2026-06-24 · 00:53

England's drab goalless draw with Ghana is no cause to panic - but it does serve as a reality check, writes Phil McNulty.

Should Ghana have been awarded a penalty against England?

2026-06-23 · 23:46

England fans have been left frustrated by the goalless draw against Ghana, but were Thomas Tuchel's side fortunate not…

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