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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.

Man City close in on appointing Maresca as manager

Manchester City are closing in on the appointment of Enzo Maresca to succeed Pep Guardiola as manager.

2026-06-22 · 18:43 UTC
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Messi becomes World Cup all-time leading scorer - how has he stayed at the top?

2026-06-22 · 18:32

As he becomes the top goalscorer in World Cup history, BBC Sport explores how Lionel Messi is still delivering on the…

Draper 'wins ugly like Murray' on injury return

2026-06-22 · 18:24

Jack Draper says he drew inspiration from new coach Sir Andy Murray to claim an "ugly" win in his first competitive…

Fans told not to travel to France-Iraq tie due to bad weather

2026-06-22 · 18:21

Fans have been told not to travel to the Philadelphia Stadium for Monday's World Cup game between France and Iraq…

All of Messi's record-breaking 18 World Cup goals

2026-06-22 · 18:11

Watch all of Lionel Messi's World Cup goals as he breaks Miroslav Klose's individual scoring record with a 17th goal in…

All of Messi's record-breaking 17 World Cup goals

2026-06-22 · 18:11

Watch all of Lionel Messi's World Cup goals as he breaks Miroslav Klose's individual scoring record with a 17th goal in…

'Brilliant finish' - Messi becomes all-time leading World Cup scorer

2026-06-22 · 18:00

Lionel Messi makes history as the all-time leading World Cup scorer, netting his 17th tournament goal during Argentina's…

'Brilliant finish' - Messi becomes all-time leading World Cup scorer

2026-06-22 · 18:00

Lionel Messi makes history as the all-time leading World Cup scorer, netting his 17th tournament goal during Argentina's…

Doku returning to World Cup after birth of first child

2026-06-22 · 17:59

Jeremy Doku flew home to attend the birth of his first child - but why has that proved controversial in some quarters?

How Ferguson became Scotland's most influential World Cup player

2026-06-22 · 17:39

BBC Scotland examines the impact of Bologna's Lewis Ferguson in the Scotland midfield going into the crunch game with…

How Ferguson became Scotland's most influential World Cup player

2026-06-22 · 17:39

BBC Scotland examines the impact of Bologna's Lewis Ferguson in the Scotland midfield going into the crunch game with…

'He is human' - Messi misses from the spot as he chases scoring record

2026-06-22 · 17:32

Lionel Messi badly misses a penalty against Austria that would have made him the all-time World Cup record goalscorer.

'He is human' - Messi misses from the spot as he chases scoring record

2026-06-22 · 17:32

Lionel Messi badly misses a penalty against Austria that would have made him the all-time World Cup record goalscorer.

Itauma handed everything on a plate - Hrgovic

2026-06-22 · 16:56

A tetchy Filip Hrgovic said British heavyweight Moses Itauma has been handed opportunities on a "plate" in a tense news…

Itauma handed everything on a plate - Hrgovic

2026-06-22 · 16:56

A tetchy Filip Hrgovic said British heavyweight Moses Itauma has been handed opportunities on a "plate" in a tense news…

Cancer charity cash stolen from Wilson's home

2026-06-22 · 16:46

Former world champion Kyren Wilson is burgled while playing in a snooker event in Leicester

Cancer charity cash stolen from Wilson's home

2026-06-22 · 16:46

Former world champion Kyren Wilson is burgled while playing in a snooker event in Leicester

Ex-Wimbledon champion Vondrousova given four-year ban

2026-06-22 · 16:46

Former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova is banned for four years for refusing an anti-doping test in December 2025.

'You always have regrets' - Rooney on managerial career

2026-06-22 · 16:38

Former Manchester United and England striker Wayne Rooney says he harbours regrets about his managerial career and…

Wales duo Lewis and Jones depart Gloucester-Hartpury

2026-06-22 · 16:31

Wales forwards Bethan Lewis and Kelsey Jones will leave Gloucester-Hartpury this summer, the club has confirmed.

Brain cancer does not dim Goodburn's Glasgow podium dream

2026-06-22 · 16:30

Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn targets a home medal at Glasgow 2026 with new treatment slowing the growth of his…

What is BBC's 3D Live Match Experience and how does it work?

2026-06-22 · 16:23

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains the unique way of following matches during the 2026 World Cup via the BBC

What is BBC's 3D Live Match Experience and how does it work?

2026-06-22 · 16:23

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains the unique way of following matches during the 2026 World Cup via the BBC

Uncapped Coles picked for England T20 squad

2026-06-22 · 16:12

Sussex all-rounder James Coles is called up by England for their T20 series against India.

Uncapped Coles picked for England T20 squad

2026-06-22 · 16:12

Sussex all-rounder James Coles is called up by England for their T20 series against India.

Draper beats Giron on return from injury at Eastbourne

2026-06-22 · 16:08

Watch how GB's Jack Draper returns from a two-month knee injury to beat USA's Marcos Giron 6-4 7-6 (7-5).

Draper beats Giron on return from injury at Eastbourne

2026-06-22 · 16:08

Watch how GB's Jack Draper returns from a two-month knee injury to beat USA's Marcos Giron 6-4 7-6 (7-5).

Man Utd agree land deal for 100,000-seater stadium

2026-06-22 · 15:59

Manchester United's plans for a new stadium close to Old Trafford move a significant step closer after the club buy a…

Man Utd agree land deal for 100,000-seater stadium

2026-06-22 · 15:59

Manchester United's plans for a new stadium close to Old Trafford move a significant step closer after the club buy a…

Itoje rested as Caluori among five England call-ups

2026-06-22 · 15:58

England captain Maro Itoje will miss England's Test against South Africa on 4 July after being left out of the entirety…

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