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Today so far 2026-09-23 · 12:00 UTC

Scotland has recalled key players Kerr and Thomas for their World Cup play-offs as they look to secure qualification for the tournament. Meanwhile, in motorsport, Hadjar has been confirmed as Max Verstappen's Red Bull team-mate for 2027, while Newcastle continue to build their squad by tapping into the philosophy that has made Red Bull successful across multiple sports. Elsewhere, an MLS coach has been dismissed following a sexist remark directed at a female referee, highlighting ongoing issues with professional conduct in sports.

How thunderstorms and lightning could impact games at World Cup

With several host cities in peak thunderstorm season there is a high chance that some World Cup games could be disrupted. Here is how and why.

2026-06-05 · 15:33 UTC
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Europe's youngest manager on Arteta and leaving Arsenal for Parma

2026-06-05 · 15:13

Carlos Cuesta discusses his time as assistant manager at Arsenal and becoming Europe's youngest manager at Parma.

England collapse as they lose three wickets in five balls

2026-06-05 · 15:05

England lose three wickets in space of five balls as New Zealand dismiss Harry Brook, Joe Root and Ben Stokes on day two…

Ex-Spurs boss Levy sells 24.99% Enic stake

2026-06-05 · 14:38

Former Tottenham executive chairman Daniel Levy sells 24.99% stake in the club's parent company Enic, reducing his stake…

Gay makes half-century on England debut

2026-06-05 · 14:31

Watch the best shots from England debutant Emilio Gay's half-century on day two of their Test match against New Zealand.

'Oh crikey!' - Bethell bowled by ball that keeps very low

2026-06-05 · 14:20

Jacob Bethell gets a delivery from Matt Henry that stays at ankle height and crashes into the stumps.

Former Spurs boss Frank will not rush return

2026-06-05 · 14:18

Former Tottenham boss Thomas Frank says it "does not feel like the right time" to go back into management yet.

Hospitality jobs boom as US prepares for World Cup

2026-06-05 · 14:11

It is the third month in a row US jobs figures have beaten expectations.

The story of Norway's Viking World Cup photoshoot

2026-06-05 · 13:52

Renowned British photographer David Yarrow tells BBC Sport what inspired his viral Norway World Cup send-off photo.

Super Bowl's half-time show prepares to go global

2026-06-05 · 13:36

The NFL is set to stage more half-time shows than ever before in 2026 as it aims to give international fans their own…

Golf pals defy 17m-to-one odds with holes-in-one

2026-06-05 · 13:30

Rob Davis said it "was surreal" to see both balls in the hole after he and long-time playing partner David Lewis hit…

Dazzling Dunlop wins 10th Supersport TT in a row

2026-06-05 · 13:04

Michael Dunlop continues his dominance of the Supersport class at the Isle of Man TT by winning the second race of the…

Taylor to face Pili in Croke Park farewell

2026-06-05 · 13:04

Katie Taylor will bring the curtain down on her decorated career in a farewell fight against Flora Pili at Croke Park.

England to use palm-cooling devices at World Cup

2026-06-05 · 12:54

Midfielder Jordan Henderson praises the "top level research" on "cool down and recovery" by the "team behind the team"…

Tottenham sign Robertson after Liverpool exit

2026-06-05 · 12:52

Tottenham complete the signing of Scotland captain Andy Robertson as he leaves Liverpool at the end of his contract.

Leclerc heads Hamilton in Monaco first practice

2026-06-05 · 12:47

Charles Leclerc heads Lewis Hamilton in a Ferrari one-two in first practice at the Monaco Grand Prix, as Isack Hadjar…

Injured Hennessey to miss Wales' summer games

2026-06-05 · 12:08

Centre Louie Hennessey is ruled out of Wales summer internationals to undergo treatment on a damaged shoulder.

Robinson takes five wickets on Test return

2026-06-05 · 11:55

England's Ollie Robinson completes a five-wicket haul on his return to Test cricket against New Zealand at Lord's

Feyi-Waboso to have surgery on facial injury

2026-06-05 · 11:20

England winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso could miss the rest of the Prem season after undergoing surgery for a facial injury.

Potter's Zlatan texts, overcoming failure & finding joy in Sweden

2026-06-05 · 11:06

Graham Potter talks about his joy and pride in taking Sweden to the World Cup after hurt of Chelsea and West Ham…

Audi wants turbos to stay in F1 amid engine debate

2026-06-05 · 10:57

Audi makes it clear it wants turbos to remain part of F1 when new engines are introduced in either 2030 or 2031.

'Just what England wanted' - Tongue gets two early wickets

2026-06-05 · 10:30

England's Josh Tongue bowls New Zealand's Glenn Phillips and Nathan Smith early on day two of the Second Test.

Moeen Ali says he was advised not to join Yorkshire

2026-06-05 · 10:20

Moeen Ali says many people advised him against moving to Yorkshire following the Azeem Rafiq racism case.

Bulls once again in Glasgow's path to URC glory

2026-06-05 · 10:11

In-form Bulls stand in the way at Murrayfield as Glasgow Warriors bid for a place in the URC final.

Huge flags and pyrotechnics with World Cup anthems

2026-06-05 · 10:01

Fifa has unveiled what it describes as a new "unique, immersive experience" pre-match ceremony for all matches at the…

Perez promises biggest deal in Real Madrid's history

2026-06-05 · 09:33

Florentino Perez promises to make a club-record offer for an unnamed "great player" if re-elected as Real Madrid…

Shaw and Hasegawa on PFA women's award shortlist

2026-06-05 · 09:28

Manchester City duo Khadija 'Bunny' Shaw and Yui Hasegawa are shortlisted for the Professional Footballers Association's…

Football regulator faces 'defining test' over potential Derby investment

2026-06-05 · 09:24

English football's independent regulator faces a "defining test" as Saudi Arabian government official Turki Al-Sheikh…

Fifa regrets free ticket error but demands fans pay

2026-06-05 · 09:10

Fifa says fans who were mistakenly given free tickets to World Cup group stage matches in Toronto must pay for them…

NBA chief warns fans after 'stupid' court invasion

2026-06-05 · 09:03

NBA commissioner Adam Silver says major sports events present an "enormous platform to do stupid things" and warned fans…

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