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Today so far 2026-09-24 · 18:00 UTC

Ex-England striker Andy Carroll has revealed he was sexually assaulted in 2021, marking a significant development in sports news. In other notable stories, Georgia's Kvaratskhelia is proud of comparisons to George Best as the young footballer continues to impress, while teenage Japanese high jumper Ohashi has overcome Covid to set a world record. Women's sports are also in focus with the Women's Champions League returning and England preparing to face the Black Ferns in rugby.

Former De Zerbi assistant becomes Ukraine manager

Andrea Maldera, a former assistant manager of Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi, has been appointed Ukraine head coach.

2026-05-18 · 14:38 UTC
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O'Neill rejects 'nonsense' criticism of pitch invasion

2026-05-18 · 14:25

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill says it is "nonsense" to suggest the pitch invasion that followed Saturday's dramatic…

If I was Slot I'd have Salah nowhere near the stadium - Rooney

2026-05-18 · 14:05

After Mohamed Salah's social media post questioning Liverpool's style of play, Wayne Rooney says he would have the…

So many positives for Hearts despite final day pain - McInnes

2026-05-18 · 13:13

Head coach Derek McInnes believes Heart of Midlothian can use this season as a springboard once they recover from the…

Club player smashes six sixes in successive overs

2026-05-18 · 13:08

Club cricketer Scott Gretton says he had no idea he might have been making history by hitting six sixes in successive…

Carvajal to leave Real Madrid after 23 years

2026-05-18 · 12:58

Real Madrid captain Dani Carvajal will leave the club at the end of this season after two spells at the Santiago…

Yorkshire wrap up innings win over Surrey

2026-05-18 · 11:57

Yorkshire take the final five Surrey wickets they need on day four to seal victory by an innings and 127 runs.

How overperforming Villa returned to Champions League

2026-05-18 · 11:53

Eight places better off than their expected position, Aston Villa are the highest overperforming team in the Premier…

Former England cricket captain Smith dies aged 92

2026-05-18 · 11:41

Former Warwickshire and England captain Mike Smith, known throughout the game as MJK, dies at the age of 92.

Giroud, Azpilicueta and McCarthy join BBC World Cup team

2026-05-18 · 11:02

BBC Sport announces its plans for the 2026 Fifa World Cup next month including coverage of all 104 matches in the United…

England call up former 'Baby Bok' Janse van Rensburg

2026-05-18 · 11:01

Former South Africa Under-20 centre Benhard Janse van Rensburg could make his England debut this summer.

Bolton to step down as All England Club chief

2026-05-18 · 10:48

Sally Bolton will step down as the All England Lawn Tennis Club's (AELTC) chief executive after Wimbledon following six…

No Celtic future talks before cup final for O'Neill

2026-05-18 · 10:45

Martin O'Neill does not expect there to be discussion about the Celtic manager's position before Saturday's Scottish Cup…

Sinner completes 'Golden Masters' with win in Rome

2026-05-18 · 10:32

Watch highlights as world number one Jannik Sinner beats Norway's Casper Ruud 6-4 6-4 to win the Italian Open and…

'Embarrassing Bristol defeat not a great look for the Prem'

2026-05-18 · 10:10

Northampton's 94-33 demolition of Bristol was not what most neutral fans wanted, writes rugby union correspondent Chris…

Nepal beat Scotland in Cricket World Cup League 2

2026-05-18 · 10:03

Hosts Nepal defeat Scotland by six wickets in their second Cricket World Cup League 2 meeting of a tri-series that also…

West Ham relegation may cost London taxpayers £2.5m

2026-05-18 · 09:56

London taxpayers may have to pay an extra £2.5m if West Ham are relegated from the Premier League, because of the club's…

'Gummy' fan Woad on second LPGA Tour title

2026-05-18 · 09:36

England's Lottie Woad seals her second LPGA Tour title by winning the Kriger Queen City Championship.

What next for Wales after another winless Six Nation?

2026-05-18 · 09:12

In a case of history repeating, Wales are condemned to the Six Nations Wooden Spoon after defeat by Italy in the final…

Town of 13,000 people spawns a Bundesliga team

2026-05-18 · 08:12

Elversberg will become one of the smallest clubs ever to play in the Bundesliga after securing a first promotion to…

McIlroy swears at heckler in final round at US PGA

2026-05-18 · 07:50

Rory McIlroy shouts an expletive at a heckler who distracted him at a crucial moment in the final round of the US PGA…

Forker 'delighted it all came together' in Ulster final

2026-05-18 · 07:15

Armagh captain Aidan Forker says that his side "were due one" as they end an 18-year wait for an Ulster Championship…

More to come from Ireland after beating Scots - Bemand

2026-05-18 · 07:07

The 2026 Women's Six Nations has felt like another significant step forward for a young but talented Ireland side.

England's Woad seals second LPGA Tour victory

2026-05-18 · 06:37

England's Lottie Woad clinches a second LPGA Tour title with a one-under 69 in the final round of the Queen City…

Cleveland thrash Pistons to reach Eastern finals

2026-05-18 · 06:19

The Cleveland Cavaliers beat top seeds the Detroit Pistols 125-94 in their series decider to secure a place in the NBA…

Stories, scheduling & spectacle - five takeaways from 2025-26 WSL

2026-05-18 · 05:40

With the 2025-26 season in the books, BBC Sport answers five pertinent questions from the Women's Super League.

Selfish Salah should be dropped from Anfield finale - Rooney

2026-05-18 · 05:11

Mohamed Salah should be dropped from Liverpool's season finale for 'selfish' criticism of Liverpool, says Wayne Rooney.

'Everest Man' and 'Mountain Queen' break own records scaling world's tallest peak

2026-05-18 · 03:51

Kami Rita Sherpa and Lakpa Sherpa summited Everest for the 32nd and 11th time, respectively.

Wales call-up and a new daughter - Keddie's dream week

2026-05-18 · 03:25

Dragons forward Harri Keddie relishes a chance to push for a first Wales cap after a call-up the day before becoming a…

Why Rai winning his first major in Rocky's backyard feels fitting

2026-05-18 · 03:10

England's Aaron Rai winning the US PGA Championship seals a fascinating journey to the summit of the golfing world.

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