Today so far 2026-09-12 · 00:00 UTC

Murphy has beaten Trump in the deciding frame to reach the snooker semis, while in tennis, Zverev has advanced to his third consecutive Grand Slam final and Townsend and Siniakova completed career Slams at the US Open. In rugby league, Wigan claimed their sixth League Leaders' Shield by defeating Catalans, while cricket news includes England's Test against Pakistan, where the visitors have fought back impressively.

How Messi's decade of dominance almost never happened

Lionel Messi's decade of dominance with Argentina that almost never happened will go down as one of football's greatest ever stories.

2026-08-31 · 18:24 UTC
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Touchline ban reduced for Rangers manager McInnes

2026-08-31 · 18:12

Rangers manager Derek McInnes has a touchline ban reduced to two games, with two suspended, following an appeal against…

Tottenham in talks to sign winger Mudryk on loan

2026-08-31 · 18:12

Tottenham are in talks to sign Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk on a season-long loan.

Elliott expected to join Valencia on loan

2026-08-31 · 17:58

Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott is expected to join Valencia on loan for the rest of the season.

Man City's £80m move for Gakpo close to collapse

2026-08-31 · 16:53

Manchester City's proposed £80m move for Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo is close to collapsing.

Pakistan drop seven players and release head coach

2026-08-31 · 16:20

Pakistan respond to their series defeat by England by taking the extraordinary step of dropping seven players, calling…

Wrexham accused of 'blanket bombing' amid O'Hare bid

2026-08-31 · 15:33

Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder says Wrexham are "in for half the division" after confirming bid for attacking…

Messi retires from international football

2026-08-31 · 15:18

Argentina great Lionel Messi announces his retirement from international football, saying it was a decision that "hurt"…

Everton make bid for Monaco striker Balogun

2026-08-31 · 15:16

Everton make an offer for Monaco forward Folarin Balogun - who is valued at £40m by the French club.

'It's an unknown' - Capsey takes England gloves for first time

2026-08-31 · 14:49

Alice Capsey will keep wicket for England this week despite having only done it once in her career, but remains…

Everton forced to move EFL Cup tie at short notice

2026-08-31 · 14:46

Everton are forced to move their Carabao Cup third-round match against Championship side Wolves - nine days before it…

Newcastle close in on £55m deal for Fernandez-Pardo

2026-08-31 · 14:29

Newcastle United are closing in on the signing of Lille forward Matias Fernandez-Pardo in a deal worth up to £55m.

Midnight matches and money disputes - why is tennis schedule such a headache?

2026-08-31 · 13:10

BBC Sport explores the ongoing dispute over scheduling issues and late-night finishes at tennis' Grand Slam events.

Barcola joins Liverpool from PSG in £123m move

2026-08-31 · 13:01

Liverpool complete the signing of France forward Bradley Barcola from Paris St-Germain for a fee worth up to £123m.

Forest complete £22m Munoz signing from Palace

2026-08-31 · 12:21

Nottingham Forest complete the £22m signing of Daniel Munoz from Crystal Palace.

Man City sign Palmeiras winger Allan for £34m

2026-08-31 · 12:00

Manchester City complete the signing of winger Allan Elias from Palmeiras in a deal worth up to £34.2m.

Swansea agree loan for Man City's Monga as Walta to leave

2026-08-31 · 11:21

Manchester City winger Jeremy Monga is set for a season at Swansea City, who will allow Finland international Leo Walta…

England attack's 2005 comparisons fair - Trescothick

2026-08-31 · 11:11

Comparisons can be made between England’s new-look pace attack and the famous Ashes-winning quartet of 2005, according…

Watch: Djokovic overcome with emotion during US Open loss

2026-08-31 · 11:10

Novak Djokovic breaks down in tears during his first-round loss in the US Open against Argentina's Mariano Navone.

Driven & hungry Rashford a Man Utd asset - Maguire

2026-08-31 · 11:00

Manchester United defender Harry Maguire is backing Marcus Rashford to make a big impact at the club this season.

British tight end Traore makes Dolphins roster cut

2026-08-31 · 10:33

British tight end Seydou Traore is included in the Miami Dolphins' initial 53-man roster, meaning he can play from the…

Germany's Wamser completes move to Man City

2026-08-31 · 10:30

Manchester City complete the signing of Bayer Leverkusen and Germany defender Carlotta Wamser on a four-year deal.

Rangers target Kelsy's colourful career - aged just 22

2026-08-31 · 10:22

From hiding in a truck to playing in a war zone, Rangers target Kevin Kelsy has had an eventful career already.

Watch round-up of best SPFL action

2026-08-31 · 10:08

Watch the best of the weekend action from the Scottish Championship, Scottish League 1 and Scottish League 2.

From playing Serena Williams on screen to US Open

2026-08-31 · 09:58

Having played a young Serena Williams on the big screen, teenager Thea Frodin is ready to follow in the American great's…

Losing Gloucester captaincy was 'brutal' - Ludlow

2026-08-31 · 09:37

Gloucester's Lewis Ludlow on losing the captaincy last season, his two England caps, and chasing a record in his…

Man Utd near deal for Mexico's Bernal

2026-08-31 · 08:21

Manchester United are close to signing Mexico international Rebeca Bernal from Washington Spirit.

Wrexham close in on Burnley defender Worrall

2026-08-31 · 08:20

Wrexham, who are yet to keep a clean sheet this season, are moving to bring in 29-year-old centre-back Joe Worrall from…

Monza memories - Italian GP in pictures through the years

2026-08-31 · 07:06

A selection of images from the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, which has hosted more Formula 1 races than any other circuit.

Taylor v Pili - all you need to know

2026-08-31 · 07:03

All you need to know about Katie Taylor's farewell fight against Flora Pili at Croke Park in Dublin on Saturday night.

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