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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.

Deschamps returns to France after death of his mother

France head coach Didier Deschamps will miss his side's final World Cup group game following the death of his mother, the French Football Federation confirms.

2026-06-23 · 20:33 UTC
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Scotland have coping strategy for weather delays

2026-06-23 · 20:19

Head coach Steve Clarke says Scotland have plans in place to deal with any weather delays that might affect their…

Blood ties and opportunity: Why more World Cup players than ever are not representing their birth nations

2026-06-23 · 20:15

Nearly a quarter of footballers at the 2026 tournament are not playing for their country of birth.

Mendes scores 'brilliant' second goal for Portugal

2026-06-23 · 20:02

Nuno Mendes and Cristiano Ronaldo trick the entire stadium to score a second goal for Portugal against Uzbekistan in…

Real sign Schroeder in 'most expensive' women's transfer

2026-06-23 · 19:54

BK Hacken teenager Felicia Schroeder has joined Real Madrid in a deal that makes the 19-year-old forward "the most…

Portugal thrash Uzbekistan as Ronaldo scores twice to make history

2026-06-23 · 19:47

Cristiano Ronaldo becomes the first player to score in six World Cups as his double helps Portugal thrash Uzbekistan.

North prepares for one last dance against Wales

2026-06-23 · 19:00

George North will finish his sparkling rugby career on Saturday when he plays for the Barbarians against his country…

Ice packs & F1 cooling vests - England ready for heat

2026-06-23 · 18:55

England will use ice packs, Formula 1-style cooling vests and other methods to deal with the heat during their match…

Commentator stripped of Fifa credentials over Almiron rant

2026-06-23 · 18:16

Fifa strip a commentator of his World Cup credentials after an on-air, expletive-laden ​rant against the organisation…

Athapaththu's stunning century helps Sri Lanka thrash Ireland

2026-06-23 · 18:00

Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu hits an unbeaten 106, the highest score of the 2026 T20 World Cup, as she leads…

Durham Women's future saved by local investor

2026-06-23 · 18:00

Durham Women's future has been saved by South Shields co-owner Geoff Thompson following an agreement to acquire a…

Trump to attend World Cup final and present trophy

2026-06-23 · 17:47

United States president Donald Trump will attend the World Cup final and help present the trophy, says Fifa president…

'Dominant' Athapaththu hits tournament-best 106 for Sri Lanka

2026-06-23 · 17:43

Chamari Athapaththu hits a superb unbeaten 106 as Sri Lanka cruise to a nine-wicket win against Ireland to keep their…

More than 300 drones seized at US World Cup sites

2026-06-23 · 17:32

United States authorities seize more than 300 unauthorised drones at World Cup sites.

Promotion and relegation in revamped 2028 PGA Tour

2026-06-23 · 16:53

Promotion and relegation will be a key element of a revamped PGA Tour from 2028.

Ramsey appointed Oxford United head coach

2026-06-23 · 16:49

Former Arsenal and Wales midfielder Aaron Ramsey is appointed Oxford United head coach.

Have World Cup changes damaged the final round of the group stage?

2026-06-23 · 16:44

With eight teams already having nothing to play for, has the jeopardy in the group stage at the World Cup been…

Sri Lanka beat Ireland to stay in semi-final hunt

2026-06-23 · 16:42

Chamari Athapaththu hits an unbeaten 106 as Sri Lanka cruise to a nine-wicket win over Ireland to keep their World Cup…

GB's Fery beats Burruchaga in thrilling contest to reach last 16

2026-06-23 · 16:41

Watch the best shots from Great Britain's Arthur Fery's first round win over Argentina's Roman Andres Burruchaga to…

Phelan named permanent Everton manager

2026-06-23 · 16:00

Scott Phelan has been appointed permanent head coach of Everton Women following an interim period last season.

O'Neil signs three-year deal as new Ipswich boss

2026-06-23 · 15:18

Ipswich appoint former Wolves and Bournemouth boss Gary O'Neil as their manager on a three-year deal after Kieran…

GB's Adeshina two wins away from Wimbledon dream

2026-06-23 · 15:10

Britain's Esther Adeshina beats Japan's Moyuka Uchijima for the biggest win of her career to move within two victories…

Quiz: Name every England World Cup goalscorer since 2014

2026-06-23 · 14:37

Fifteen players who have scored for England across the past four men's World Cups. Can you name them all?

McCullum confused by stories of rift as Stokes returns

2026-06-23 · 13:56

Head coach Brendon McCullum said he remains "good friends" with England captain Ben Stokes and the pair have "no idea"…

Will England fans in Boston follow Scotland's lead?

2026-06-23 · 13:52

After Scotland win the hearts of Boston, can England fans follow in their footsteps?

Scotland eliminated after New Zealand loss

2026-06-23 · 13:28

Scotland are knocked out of the Women's T20 World Cup after defeat by holders New Zealand in Bristol, despite Darcey…

Who are the Ghana players England should look out for?

2026-06-23 · 13:09

England face Ghana in their next World Cup match as both sides look to secure a place in the next round.

The trial that saved Antoine Semenyo's career

2026-06-23 · 12:59

BBC Sport traces the origin story of Manchester City and Ghana star Antoine Semenyo, and hears from former coach David…

New Zealand knock Scotland out of T20 World Cup

2026-06-23 · 12:57

Defending champions New Zealand eliminate Scotland and keep their hopes of a T20 World Cup semi-final place alive with…

What are Clarke's big calls for Brazil? And who would you pick?

2026-06-23 · 12:53

BBC Sport Scotland outlines the key selection issues facing Steve Clarke as Scotland take on Brazil in one their biggest…

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