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Today so far 2026-09-21 · 18:00 UTC

International football is taking centre stage with Wales preparing to face Portugal and Scotland getting ready for manager Pocognoli's debut, while domestic club football gears up for a three-week international break. Elsewhere, Arsenal midfielder Xhaka is under investigation over a Covid-19 certificate, and there are concerns raised about Man Utd's lack of effort following criticism from pundit Neville.

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

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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…

Tuchel credits 'committed' Ghana defending after England draw

2026-06-23 · 23:25

England manager Thomas Tuchel says England found it "difficult" to break down Ghana's defence, after the two teams…

England held to goalless draw by Ghana

2026-06-23 · 22:41

England fail to repeat their performance that overpowered Croatia in their first World Cup game as they are held to a…

Rice remains positive after England draw with Ghana

2026-06-23 · 22:28

England midfielder Declan Rice says he remains positive despite being held to a 0-0 draw against Ghana in their World…

'Anxious moment for England' - should this have been Ghana penalty?

2026-06-23 · 22:05

England's Ezri Konsa makes a last-ditch attempt to stop Ghana's Prince Adu during their World Cup Group L match in…

Spence appears not to shake hands with Partey

2026-06-23 · 21:46

Footage circulating on social media appears to show England's Djed Spence not shaking hands with Ghana's Thomas Partey…

Australia on verge of semi-finals after simple win against Pakistan

2026-06-23 · 21:42

Australia made it four wins from four at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup after easing to a 113-run victory against…

'I'm back' - record-breaking Ronaldo answers critics

2026-06-23 · 21:33

Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo provides the perfect response to those that doubted him as he becomes the first…

Man Utd & Arsenal track Scott - Wednesday gossip

2026-06-23 · 20:55

Manchester United and Arsenal are tracking Alex Scott, while the Gunners are also in contact with Leicester City over a…

Chelsea close in on Palestra as Alonso's first signing

2026-06-23 · 20:52

Chelsea are set to sign Atalanta defender Marco Palestra for a fee in excess of £43m.

Rate the players in England v Ghana

2026-06-23 · 20:51

Rate the England and Ghana players out of 10 below and come back 30 minutes after full-time to see the final ratings.

'Absolute shambles' - three run outs in one innings for poor Pakistan

2026-06-23 · 20:49

Pakistan have a night to forget with the bat, as they're bowled out for just 86 against Australia, with three of their…

Australia thrash Pakistan to edge closer to semis

2026-06-23 · 20:44

Ellyse Perry stars with 71 as Australia beat Pakistan by 113 runs to remain unbeaten at the Women's T20 World Cup.

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