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| Were England players really 'playing for themselves' - and what next? Did England manager Thomas Tuchel judge this international break correctly by naming such a large squad? Or was it a missed opportunity? Sat, 28 Mar 2026 20:01:48 GMT |
| Why are Scotland playing Ivory Coast in Liverpool? Scotland continue their World Cup preparations with a friendly against Ivory Coast on Tuesday, but why is this away game being played at Everton's new stadium in Liverpool? Sun, 29 Mar 2026 12:05:37 GMT |
| How Arbeloa is getting the best out of Real Madrid's stars BBC Sport looks at how Alvaro Arbeloa has managed to get the best out of the Real Madrid squad since his appointment in January. Sun, 29 Mar 2026 06:06:35 GMT |
| Can you ever stop supporting your football team? Is it really a lifelong pledge of loyalty? BBC Sport asks whether a fan can really stop supporting their football team. Sun, 29 Mar 2026 05:39:34 GMT |
| Newcastle still keen on Trafford - Sunday's gossip Manchester City's James Trafford remains a potential target for Newcastle, Real Madrid are among the clubs interested in Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton, plus more. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 22:00:51 GMT |
| Fans booing Scotland surprise and disappoint Clarke Scotland head coach Steve Clarke takes positives from his side's friendly defeat by Japan at Hampden, but expresses disappointment at the boos that accompanied the full-time whistle. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 22:01:12 GMT |
| Russo 'stepping up' as Arsenal lead hunt for European places With Arsenal chasing a place in next season's Champions League, England striker Alessia Russo has hit form at just the right time - as her 22-minute Women's Super League hat-trick against Tottenham proves. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 21:22:41 GMT |
| 'Scotland's Hampden warriors return to reserved selves' Scotland were too flat and timid in defeat by Japan as the clock ticks towards their World Cup return, writes Tom English. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 21:38:39 GMT |
| Man City 'handling pressure' of WSL title race with 'statement' win Manchester City's manager Andree Jeglertz says he "enjoyed" his side's performance in a dominating win at Manchester United that edges them closer to a first WSL title in a decade. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 17:53:37 GMT |
| Scotland's World Cup build-up begins with narrow Japan loss Watch the best of the action from Hampden as Junya Ito's 84th-minute strike consigns Scotland to defeat in their first World Cup warm-up friendly. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 19:15:53 GMT |
| Senegal parade Afcon trophy before friendly despite title controversy Senegal parade the Africa Cup of Nations trophy before Saturday's friendly match against Peru in Paris - despite being stripped of the title earlier this month. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 18:13:22 GMT |
| When football turned to penalties to end 'cruel' system No-one knew what to expect at football's first official penalty shootout - and no-one wanted to go down in history as the first to miss. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 06:15:22 GMT |
| England players will support White - Henderson Jordan Henderson says England players will support Ben White after the Arsenal defender was booed by fans at Wembley in Friday's 1-1 draw with Uruguay. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 10:01:24 GMT |
| If these were the Tuchel trials, Foden - among others - failed After another subdued performance in an England shirt, has Phil Foden wasted his last chance to make their World Cup squad? Fri, 27 Mar 2026 23:53:56 GMT |
| Russo scores hat-trick as Arsenal beat Spurs Striker Alessia Russo nets a first-half hat-trick as Arsenal beat north London rivals Tottenham 5-2 in front of a crowd of more than 46,000 fans at Emirates Stadium. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 23:30:19 GMT |
| Man City edge closer to WSL title by beating Man Utd Vivianne Miedema's double helps Manchester City edge closer to the Women's Super League title with a comfortable derby win over neighbours United. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 15:51:45 GMT |
| 10-player Liverpool survive fightback to win Merseyside derby Ten-player Liverpool hold on for their first Women's Super League away win of the season with a hard-fought victory over local rivals Everton at Goodison Park. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 18:44:58 GMT |
| Salah set completely new standards - Klopp Jurgen Klopp says Mohamed Salah is an "all-time great" at Liverpool and that he "would not be surprised if he plays another six or seven years" after the forward announced he will leave the club at the end of the season. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 18:19:24 GMT |
| Wales' World Cup dream ends in pain of penalty shootout Wales' hopes of reaching the 2026 World Cup are ended by Bosnia-Herzegovina in Cardiff as the away side score a late equaliser before winning on penalties in their play-off semi-final. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 23:52:38 GMT |
| How do Man City replace captain Silva if he leaves? Manchester City could find themselves without the services of their manager and captain next season with the futures of both Pep Guardiola and Bernardo Silva in question beyond this summer. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 07:53:38 GMT |
| McLeish stays as St Mirren boss until end of season Craig McLeish will continue as St Mirren interim manager until the end of the season, the Scottish Premiership club have confirmed. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 12:00:41 GMT |
| Southend and Wealdstone tee up Wembley date in FA Trophy National League sides Southend and Wealdstone will meet at Wembley in the FA Trophy final after wins over National League North opponents. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 18:52:04 GMT |
| Brunt critical of 'ridiculous' Wales friendly Former Northern Ireland midfielder Chris Brunt questions the wisdom of Uefa for making Michael O'Neill's side play Wales in a "complete dead rubber" friendly on Tuesday. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 17:30:45 GMT |
| Red card confusion & contentious calls - VAR's 'bad day at office' Manuel Ugarte appearing to be shown two yellow cards but not sent off was one of a number of confusing incidents on a bizarre night in England's friendly with Uruguay. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 23:30:50 GMT |
| Spurs should not appoint De Zerbi - fans' group Tottenham should not appoint former Marseille manager Roberto de Zerbi because of his support for Mason Greenwood, says a women's fans group. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 11:33:46 GMT |
| Tonali and Kean end Northern Ireland's World Cup dreams Northern Ireland's hopes of reaching the 2026 World Cup are brought to an end, as they're beaten 2-0 by Italy in their World Cup play-off semi-final in Bergamo, as the home side close in on qualifying for their first World Cup in 12 years. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 22:58:51 GMT |
| Bellamy bewildered by Wales' shootout defeat Head coach Craig Bellamy says Wales did all they could to prepare for penalties after their World Cup qualification bid ended with shootout defeat to Bosnia-Herzegovina. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 06:51:20 GMT |
| The 'daredevil child' scouted by an ex-England captain The origin story of Manchester United and England's Jess Park, from her grassroots in Brough to being scouted by Steph Houghton. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 06:11:26 GMT |
| O'Neill positive about Northern Ireland future despite Italy defeat Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill insists the future is bright for his side after they lose their World Cup play-off semi-final against Italy, as they're beaten 2-0 in Bergamo. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 22:45:43 GMT |
| 'Stunning, breathtaking, glorious!' James gives Wales lead against Bosnia Dan James scores a stunning long-range effort to give Wales a crucial lead in their World Cup Play-off semi-final against Bosnia-Herzegovina in Cardiff. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 21:34:35 GMT |
| What is Scotland's first-choice defensive pairing? His pairing in central defence is one of the key decisions facing Scotland head coach Steve Clarke in Saturday's friendly against Japan, writes Tom English. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 08:00:36 GMT |
| What happened to former Chelsea wonderkid Musonda? Charly Musonda could have been a household name but his story is one of frustration and unfulfilled potential. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 09:32:30 GMT |
| The remarkable return of Roy Hodgson aged 78 Roy Hodgson's idea of celebrating 50 years in management is not to sit back reflecting on his career, but instead to return to the dugout at Bristol City. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:24:43 GMT |
| What next for Bellamy and Wales after World Cup agony? Wales' failure to qualify for the World Cup raises big issues for the team, head coach Craig Bellamy and the FAW's finances. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:17:32 GMT |
| 'Big respect' for Coleman as World Cup dream dies Republic of Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrimsson says he has "big respect" for how veteran defender Seamus Coleman has "given everything" to his country's cause. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 08:16:23 GMT |
| Managing in an international break - and what to do when your star player does not come home Tony Pulis explains why international breaks can be an opportunity as well as a problem for managers, and what he did when one of his players did not return on time. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 08:18:09 GMT |
| Tonali strike puts Italy ahead against Northern Ireland Watch as Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali gives Italy the lead against Northern Ireland in their World Cup play-off semi-final in Bergamo. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 21:57:20 GMT |
| Watch Celtic's McAneny's world record-breaking halfway line goal Celtic's Maria McAneny's goal straight from kick-off against Hibernian in December has been confirmed as the fastest in the history of women's football. Mon, 22 Dec 2025 11:10:45 GMT |
| Man Utd come from behind twice but lose first leg to Bayern Manchester United fan Pernille Harder scored twice against her childhood club at Old Trafford as Bayern Munich gained a precious first-leg advantage in their Champions League quarter-final tie. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 22:31:54 GMT |
| Barcelona put six past Madrid in quarter-final first leg Barcelona took control of their Women's Champions League quarter-final with an impressive, dominant away first-leg victory at Spanish rivals Real Madrid. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 20:41:02 GMT |
| 'AI means you can play the game a million times before kick-off' Could data, powered by AI, help bring about a revolution in football? BBC Sport investigates the technological advances that could change the game. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:04:20 GMT |
| Madrid's Caicedo scores 'wonder strike' against Barcelona Real Madrid's Linda Caicedo scores with a stunning effort in her team's 6-2 defeat to Barcelona in the first leg of their women's Champions League quarter-final. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 19:51:34 GMT |
| Fabregas, film stars and Disney: How Como are disrupting Italian football BBC Sport visits Como to find out how the Italian city's football club, led by coach Cesc Fabregas, is looking to break up the Serie A establishment and gatecrash the Champions League. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:02:24 GMT |
| Russo settles thrilling Champions League first leg for Arsenal Arsenal beat Chelsea in a thrilling Women's Champions League quarter-final first leg that featured brilliant goals from England internationals Chloe Kelly, Lauren James and Alessia Russo. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 22:23:07 GMT |
| Salah's best goals for Liverpool Watch some of the standout goals scored by Mohamed Salah for Liverpool. The Egyptian forward has revealed he will leave the club at the end of the season. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:48:08 GMT |
| 'One of best goals I've seen' - James strikes for Chelsea Lauren James finds the top corner with a spectacular curling effort for Chelsea against Arsenal in their Women's Champions League quarter-final. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:53:32 GMT |
| The tie is nowhere near done - Russo Alessia Russo reflects on her superb goal and talks about her preferred playing role following Arsenal's 3–1 victory over Chelsea in the first leg of the Women's Champions League quarter‑final. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 22:46:49 GMT |
| Does Chukwuemeka show the demise of the 90-minute player? Is former Aston Villa and Chelsea midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka, who has made 97 senior appearances across all competitions without playing a full 90 minutes, an exception or becoming the norm? Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:15:17 GMT |
| 'Like being stabbed in stomach' - Everton's Snoeijs on endometriosis Everton forward Katja Snoeijs explains her journey to getting a diagnosis of endometriosis. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:00:08 GMT |
| Numbers behind 'the most polluting World Cup' BBC Sport analyses the environmental cost of a 48-team World Cup held across North America. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 07:57:11 GMT |
| Saudi Pro League, the US or Europe - what are Salah's options? Liverpool reporter Aadam Patel analyses what Mohamed Salah's next move might be following the forward's announcement that he is to leave the club this summer. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:50:13 GMT |
| £123 for a child's England kit - have prices gone too far? BBC Sport explores the rise in the cost of kits for the 2026 World Cup, with insights from experts and fans. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 07:23:06 GMT |
| Is the three-week Premier League break good for your side? The Premier League is on a break for almost three weeks as international football takes centre stage, but will it give your club a chance to reset or disrupt momentum? Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:14:35 GMT |
| All February and March's done deals, including deadline day Check out the significant signings and departures in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, EFL and Women's Super League. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 19:17:09 GMT |
| Mo Salah: Never Give Up The story of Mo Salah’s unlikely rise to global stardom. Wed, 10 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT |
| Who is one card away from suspension in the Premier League? BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks at who is currently nearing a suspension in the Premier League. Mon, 23 Mar 2026 07:56:52 GMT |
| All you need to know about 2027 Women's World Cup Our Ask Me Anything team take a look at everything you need to know for the 2027 Women's World Cup. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:39:17 GMT |
| When can Arsenal win the Premier League? Arsenal are nine points clear at the top of the Premier League, but when can they officially win the title? Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:30:37 GMT |
| What happens when a manager gets suspended? Ever wondered what a touchline ban entails? BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explain what punishment managers actually face. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 13:28:48 GMT |
| Which club has the most red cards in a Premier League season? BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything looks at the record for most red cards in a Premier League season Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:11:06 GMT |
| VAR vs TMO – what are the key differences? BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything looks at the key differences between football's video assistant referees and rugby union's use of television match officials. Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:14:37 GMT |
| Who has the most Premier League appearances? Our Ask Me Anything Team look at which players have the highest total Premier League appearances. Wed, 11 Feb 2026 21:05:45 GMT |
| Fans booing Scotland surprise and disappoint Clarke Scotland head coach Steve Clarke takes positives from his side's friendly defeat by Japan at Hampden, but expresses disappointment at the boos that accompanied the full-time whistle. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 22:01:12 GMT |
| Listen to Off The Ball The most petty and ill-informed football show on radio. Sun, 29 Mar 2026 13:00:00 GMT |
| Why are Scotland playing Ivory Coast in Liverpool? Scotland continue their World Cup preparations with a friendly against Ivory Coast on Tuesday, but why is this away game being played at Everton's new stadium in Liverpool? Sun, 29 Mar 2026 12:05:37 GMT |
| 'Scotland's Hampden warriors return to reserved selves' Scotland were too flat and timid in defeat by Japan as the clock ticks towards their World Cup return, writes Tom English. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 21:38:39 GMT |
| Scotland's World Cup build-up begins with narrow Japan loss Watch the best of the action from Hampden as Junya Ito's 84th-minute strike consigns Scotland to defeat in their first World Cup warm-up friendly. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 19:15:53 GMT |
| 'Rangers to release Matondo to join Brann' - gossip Rangers will reportedly allow out-of-favour winger Rabbi Matondo to join Brann as the Ibrox club and Celtic are again linked with Sheffield United's Tyrese Campbell. Sun, 29 Mar 2026 08:13:59 GMT |
| 'Japan showed standard Scotland must strive for' Reaction to Scotland's friendly defeat by Japan at Hampden Sat, 28 Mar 2026 21:19:00 GMT |
| Lang's surgery for thumb injury 'went well' Galatasaray midfielder Noa Lang is set to have surgery in Liverpool after suffering a "serious cut" at Anfield. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 21:13:53 GMT |
| Who are the record Champions League goalscorers? Our Ask Me Anything team looks at which players have scored the most goals in the Champions League. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:10:57 GMT |
| Why ex-Palace winger Olise is now in Ballon d'Or contention at Bayern Michael Olise has been in superb form for Bayern Munich this season, has the French winger put himself in contention for the Ballon d'Or? Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:26:18 GMT |
| Laporta re-elected Barcelona president for fourth term Joan Laporta vows Barcelona will be "unstoppable" as he is re-elected club president for a further five years. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 08:06:15 GMT |
| From Bodo to Brentford - ranking this season's biggest overachievers Bodo/Glimt must be the most romantic story in European football in decades but are they the team that has defied the odds the most this season? Here are all 10 contenders... Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:06:45 GMT |
| Why Real Madrid have 'complete confidence' in teenager Pitarch When an 18-year-old makes Real Madrid history in a crucial Champions League tie against Manchester City, it inevitably draws acclaim and attention. BBC Sport takes a look at rising star Thiago Pitarch. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 08:13:58 GMT |
| Man City 'handling pressure' of WSL title race with 'statement' win Manchester City's manager Andree Jeglertz says he "enjoyed" his side's performance in a dominating win at Manchester United that edges them closer to a first WSL title in a decade. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 17:53:37 GMT |
| Russo 'stepping up' as Arsenal lead hunt for European places With Arsenal chasing a place in next season's Champions League, England striker Alessia Russo has hit form at just the right time - as her 22-minute Women's Super League hat-trick against Tottenham proves. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 21:22:41 GMT |
| Russo scores hat-trick as Arsenal beat Spurs Striker Alessia Russo nets a first-half hat-trick as Arsenal beat north London rivals Tottenham 5-2 in front of a crowd of more than 46,000 fans at Emirates Stadium. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 23:30:19 GMT |
| Frank's downfall: Inside his struggle to get players and fans onboard Thomas Frank has been sacked as Tottenham manager after just eight months in charge. BBC Sport's Sami Mokbel takes a closer look at his tenure. Wed, 11 Feb 2026 19:51:53 GMT |
| Cages, crushes and stabbings - is European away safety getting worse? BBC Sport explores the safety issues fans face when following their team across Europe. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 06:07:36 GMT |
| The great number nine decline - where have England's strikers gone? BBC Sport takes an in-depth look at why England lack centre-forward options behind Harry Kane - a far cry from when the likes of Les Ferdinand only won 17 caps. Thu, 13 Nov 2025 06:13:20 GMT |
| Captain, player, manager, Mister, number one - Davids at Barnet BBC Sport remembers Edgar Davids' 15 months as Barnet player-manager in League Two and the Conference. Fri, 10 Oct 2025 12:03:26 GMT |
| From farming village to Liverpool icon - the Salah story BBC Sport visits Egypt to discover what Mohamed Salah means to the people of the football-mad country, and how a small boy from humble beginnings became a national icon. Wed, 13 Aug 2025 05:36:01 GMT |
| Napoli 'smell blood' & target Premier League's discarded stars After Scott McTominay was a hit, Napoli went back to the Premier League for Kevin de Bruyne, could more players follow them to Serie A? Thu, 19 Jun 2025 05:43:39 GMT |
| When River Plate icon Diaz took over fourth-tier Oxford Twenty years on from Ramon Diaz's surprising appointment at Oxford United, BBC Sport looks at what happened and how it went. Mon, 09 Dec 2024 09:01:52 GMT |
