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| Who will win the title? Reporters, fans and pundits make their predictions Will it be Manchester City or Arsenal for the Premier League title? BBC Sport gets pundits, reporters and fans to predict each of their remaining fixtures - and who will win the league. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:48:11 GMT |
| Why Wembley is special, for FA Cup semi-finals too Tony Pulis explains why getting to Wembley is not just special for any manager, it is still hugely important for players, fans and all the staff at any club. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:47:04 GMT |
| How Lineker and Neville became rival media moguls BBC sports editor Dan Roan examines how Gary Lineker and Gary Neville became two of the biggest players in a rapidly changing media industry. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:21:26 GMT |
| Sutton's predictions v Race Across the World podcast's Alfie Watts Chris Sutton takes on Race Across the World podcast travel expert Alfie Watts plus the BBC readers and AI with his predictions for this weekend's fixtures. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:22:22 GMT |
| Millwall consider legal action over badge on KKK image Millwall consider taking legal action after Westminster City Council used the club's badge on an illustration of a Ku Klux Klan member. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:14:16 GMT |
| Hair pulling ought not to be tolerated - FA panel An FA disciplinary panel explains why it rejected Manchester United's appeal against Lisandro Martinez's red card for pulling Dominic Calvert-Lewin's hair. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:12:57 GMT |
| Brobbey should have been sent off against Spurs - panel Sunderland's Brian Brobbey should have been sent off for two yellow-card offences against Tottenham, a Premier League panel has ruled. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:24:14 GMT |
| Five things in the EFL: penultimate peril and jittery jeopardy Here are five things to look out for across the EFL in this penultimate weekend of the regular season. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:51:58 GMT |
| Man Utd hopeful of Toone return at Spurs Manchester United midfielder Ella Toone will train on Friday and could return after four months out with injury at Tottenham on Sunday. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:38:11 GMT |
| Howe 'looks forward' to talks with Newcastle owners Head coach Eddie Howe says he is looking forward to sitting down with Newcastle United's owners next week to "express things from my perspective". Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:06:51 GMT |
| US rights groups urge caution for World Cup visitors More than 120 organisations issue a travel advisory for visitors to this summer's World Cup, warning of potential threats to their human rights. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:35:47 GMT |
| 'I try to stay happy' - Trafford on tricky start to life at Man City Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford says he has not had "the best possible outcome" since joining the club. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:06:55 GMT |
| Man City move top with win as Burnley relegation confirmed Manchester City continue their charge towards the Premier League title with victory at Turf Moor to move Pep Guardiola's side top of the table and relegate Burnley back to the Championship. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:30:08 GMT |
| Leeds score late to earn draw at Bournemouth Sean Longstaff scores a dramatic 97th-minute equaliser as Leeds took another step towards Premier League survival in an eventful draw at Bournemouth. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:40:02 GMT |
| Man City focusing on winning 'all five games' in title run-in - Guardiola Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says his side is focusing on winning "all fives games" during the title run-in, after their 1-0 win against Burnley in the Premier League. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:47:41 GMT |
| Iraola frustrated after Leeds' equaliser was not ruled out for offside Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola is frustrated with the decision to not rule out Sean Longstaff's 97th-minute equaliser for Leeds as a player was "offside in front of his goalkeeper". Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:01:44 GMT |
| All your FPL stats and Premier League team news in one place Every key bit of Premier League team news and the most important Fantasy Premier League statistics - all in one place. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:15:54 GMT |
| Big clubs and big names - a summer of managerial upheaval awaits BBC Sport senior football correspondent Sami Mokbel analyses a summer that promises plenty of change in the Premier League. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:00:08 GMT |
| Gibbs-White's month to prove World Cup worth Morgan Gibbs-White has hit form at the right time with Nottingham Forest - but did not make Thomas Tuchel's 35-man England squad last month. If he is to make it to the World Cup, time is tight. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:27:41 GMT |
| Why are McBurnie and Stewart not in World Cup mix? Oli McBurnie and Ross Stewart are arguably Scotland's two most in-form strikers, yet neither appear to be in Steve Clarke's World Cup plans, writes Tom English. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:34:30 GMT |
| Season has been big learning experience - Trafford Goalkeeper James Trafford says this season has been a "big learning experience" and his move to Manchester City "hasn't been the best possible outcome". Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:06:06 GMT |
| FPL talking point: Six key players for blank gameweek 34 With six clubs falling victim to a blank Fantasy Premier League gameweek, here are some players to consider turning to. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:56:50 GMT |
| Retiring kit woman honoured with giant tifo banner Go Ahead Eagles reveal a huge tifo for retiring kit woman Carla Whittie who has been at the club for 28 years. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:24:53 GMT |
| Man City interested in Fernandez - Friday's gossip Enzo Fernandez is wanted by Manchester City, Aston Villa identify James Trafford as a potential Emiliano Martinez replacement and Manchester United are keen on Micky van de Ven. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 21:56:20 GMT |
| Football Focus to end after 52 years Football Focus is to end after 52 years, BBC Sport announces. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:21:38 GMT |
| Injured Lamine Yamal 'expected to be fit' for World Cup Lamine Yamal will miss the rest of Barcelona's season with a hamstring injury but he is expected to return for Spain at the World Cup. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:16:56 GMT |
| No Fifa plans for Iran-Italy swap at World Cup despite Trump envoy's suggestion Fifa stands by comments made last week by president Gianni Infantino in which he said that "the Iranian team is coming, for sure". Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:42:53 GMT |
| Man City not distracted as WSL title nears - Jeglertz Manchester City manager Andree Jeglertz says they are "aware" they can win the Women's Super League title next week - but "it does not affect" their preparation. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:31:12 GMT |
| Farke delighted with hard-fought point at Bournemouth Leeds United manager Daniel Farke is full of praise for the "mentality" of his side as Sean Longstaff's 97th-minute goal earned his side a "hard-fought" point away at Bournemouth. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:01:47 GMT |
| Brighton beat Chelsea in Rosenior's final match in charge Brighton ease to a comfortable 3-0 win over Chelsea thanks to goals from Ferdi Kadioglu, Jack Hinshelwood and Danny Welbeck. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 21:30:08 GMT |
| Rosenior's last post-match interview as Chelsea head coach Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior says his side's 3-0 defeat away at Brighton was "unacceptable" from everyone involved and that things need to change. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 21:42:24 GMT |
| Burnley must come back stronger after 'relentless' season - Parker Burnley head coach Scott Parker says his side must "come back stronger" after their 1-0 defeat to Manchester City meant they were relegated from the Premier League. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:48:32 GMT |
| 'People can say whatever stupid things they want' - Guardiola on celebrations Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says his players can "celebrate however you want" in response to criticism from some pundits for his side's reaction to beating Arsenal on Sunday. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 21:40:35 GMT |
| Why Wrexham's global fanbase is about more than fame and glory They have famous owners and have been successful on and off the pitch, but what else is attracting football fans worldwide to Wrexham? Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:10:03 GMT |
| 'Arsenal have been trying to nick 1-0 wins' - do they need mindset change? Arsenal and Manchester City are locked on points and goal difference heading into the final five games of the Premier League season. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:38:10 GMT |
| Is this English football's greatest ever escape? After 13 straight league losses and with the club 11 points from safety, Gateshead produced a miraculous run to stay in the National League. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:10:58 GMT |
| Celtic still have title edge, says captain McGregor Captain Callum McGregor believes Celtic still have "the edge" in the Scottish Premiership title race despite being three points behind leaders Hearts. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:35:23 GMT |
| Leicester 'face £70m black hole' after disastrous football-on-credit-card gamble Leicester City have enjoyed the good times, now they are going to have to endure the bad - and there are signs they have not hit rock bottom. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:04:07 GMT |
| World Cup 2026 injury watch: Key names racing to be ready After Spain's Lamine Yamal was ruled out of the rest of his club season, BBC Sport looks at other key names racing to be fit for the World Cup - and those who are set to miss out through injury. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:50:28 GMT |
| Coventry owner not worried by Lampard links with Chelsea Doug King tells BBC CWR about plans for next season and why Frank Lampard is happy at Coventry. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:09:13 GMT |
| Watch the goals and celebrations as St Johnstone clinch title St Johnstone win 2-0 at Dunfermline Athletic to wrap up the Scottish Championship title with two games to spare. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 22:02:45 GMT |
| Brighton 'dominated' game in win over Chelsea - Hurzeler Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler says he was impressed by the "intensity" of his side as they cruised to a dominant 3-0 win over Chelsea to boost their European hopes. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 21:42:27 GMT |
| West Ham earn valuable point at London rivals Crystal Palace West Ham edge a point clearer of the relegation zone as they share a goalless draw with Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 21:24:03 GMT |
| Who is Iraola successor Rose? German football journalist Constantin Eckner provides the background on Bournemouth's incoming head coach Marco Rose. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:26:00 GMT |
| 'It will go all the way' - Nuno on relegation battle after draw at Palace West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo belives the Premier League relegation battle "will go all the way" after his side's 0-0 draw with Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 21:46:10 GMT |
| Palace not clinical enough in West Ham draw - Glasner Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner says his side were "not clinical enough" in their 0-0 Premier League draw with West Ham at Selhurst Park. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 21:55:08 GMT |
| How Haaland and Gabriel went head-to-head in 'old school battle' Match of the Day pundits Wayne Rooney and Danny Murphy discuss how "two top players" in Erling Haaland and Gabriel went head-to-head in Manchester City's 2-1 victory against Arsenal. Sun, 19 Apr 2026 23:06:40 GMT |
| Captain Salah one last time? FPL team of the week With six teams blanking this week, it is a time to look to an old FPL hero and put your faith in Mohamed Salah to score for a fourth-straight start. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 06:40:06 GMT |
| BBC Women's Football Weekly Guillem meets Arsenal's Spanish maestro, a serial winner chasing another European crown. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:02:00 GMT |
| Murray and Taylor want Hearts title win - but what do other Hibs fans think? Sir Andy Murray and Josh Taylor are backing Hearts' title bid but what do other Hibs supporters think as Sunday's derby at Easter Road looms? Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:16:34 GMT |
| How do Premier League managerial changes compare to other seasons? There have been 10 managerial changes in the Premier League in 2025-26 - but how does that compare to previous years Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:37:40 GMT |
| Blackburn legend Parkes dies aged 76 Former Blackburn Rovers player and coach Tony Parkes has died, aged 76. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:18:23 GMT |
| How to follow the FA Cup semi-finals on the BBC BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explain how you can watch, listen and follow the FA Cup semi-finals. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:29:57 GMT |
| From blank sheet to double promotion - the best pals reviving Nuneaton Nuneaton Town, formed in 2024, won their second consecutive promotion in 2025-26 under lifelong friends Darren Acton and Russell Dodd, who spoke to BBC Sport about the friendship behind their success. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:25:06 GMT |
| Why Wolves' relegation had been coming after slow decline Wolves have been relegated from the Premier League after just three wins in their first 33 games of the season. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 20:56:09 GMT |
| Respecting the ball, losing the players - inside Rosenior's reign Liam Rosenior lasted just 106 days at Chelsea. So what went wrong? And how did it go wrong so quickly? Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:11:41 GMT |
| Premier League quiz: Name every manager departure this season A Premier League club has parted ways with a permanent head coach on 10 occasions this season - can you name them all? Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:58:08 GMT |
| 50 days until World Cup - pick your favourite kits BBC Sport has highlighted some of the most interesting kits which will be seen at this summer's World Cup. Pick your favourites. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:23:47 GMT |
| Two down, one to go - who will join Burnley & Wolves? With Wolves and Burnley now relegated, BBC Sport looks at which side is most likely to join them in the Championship next season. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:18:04 GMT |
| Hapless Chelsea owners have built a monument to chaos and decline Chelsea owners BlueCo have built a monument to chaos and decline at Stamford Bridge, says BBC Sport chief football writer Phil McNulty. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:46:47 GMT |
| All done deals since February, including deadline day Check out the significant signings and departures in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, EFL and Women's Super League. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:30:06 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 has qualified for next season's Champions League? BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains which teams have already qualified for the 2026-27 edition of the Champions League. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:03:41 GMT |
| Why did Bayern Munich players wear cockatoo T-shirts? Bayern Munich's players celebrated their 35th German top-flight title on Sunday with T-shirts displaying a cockatoo Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:05:25 GMT |
| How many points do you need to stay in the Premier League? BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks into the number of points needed to avoid relegation from the Premier League Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:44:04 GMT |
| How are the Scottish Premiership post-split fixtures decided? The Scottish Premiership split has again been a controversial talking point, so why does it exist and why is it so complicated? Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:20:53 GMT |
| Who can still receive a yellow card 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, 20 Apr 2026 08:43:53 GMT |
| How does Scottish Premiership split work? The Scottish Premiership title race has been a hot topic all season and it's about to become even more interesting with the league's split. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:37:25 GMT |
| Have all home nations ever played in same World Cup? With England and Scotland already qualified for the 2026 World Cup, Wales and Northern Ireland both face European qualifiers in March. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:32:24 GMT |
| Rangers' Rohl wants 'biggest goodbye' for Tavernier Danny Rohl hopes captain James Tavernier can bring his Rangers career to a close with a "beautiful moment" by lifting the Scottish Premiership trophy. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:48:03 GMT |
| What is Scotland's most iconic goal? This week - McLean v McGinn Vote to find out what goal will be crowned Scotland's greatest. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:54:49 GMT |
| Why are McBurnie and Stewart not in World Cup mix? Oli McBurnie and Ross Stewart are arguably Scotland's two most in-form strikers, yet neither appear to be in Steve Clarke's World Cup plans, writes Tom English. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:34:30 GMT |
| Podcast: Weekend preview with massive Edinburgh derby Looking ahead to the weekend fixtures. With Ray Bradshaw, Scott Allan and Andy Halliday. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:00:00 GMT |
| Nottm Forest to return with Engels offer - gossip Premier League club to rekindle interest in Celtic midfielder as Dutch side eye move for Rangers defender. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:52:11 GMT |
| Celtic still have title edge, says captain McGregor Captain Callum McGregor believes Celtic still have "the edge" in the Scottish Premiership title race despite being three points behind leaders Hearts. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:35:23 GMT |
| Will St Johnstone celebrate title with win live on BBC TV? St Johnstone will be presented with the Scottish Championship trophy live on BBC Scotland on Friday, but promotion-chasing Raith Rovers will be out to spoil the party. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:38:52 GMT |
| FC Basel postpone fixture after stadium fire FC Basel's Swiss Super League match against FC Thun is postponed after a fire causes "significant damage" to Basel's St Jakob-Park stadium. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:17:09 GMT |
| Spalletti signs new Juventus contract amid Italy links Juventus manager Luciano Spalletti signs a two-year contract extension with the club, effectively ruling him out of a return to the Italy national team. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:42:09 GMT |
| How Lens embraced underdog status to become PSG's title rivals Lens have pushed PSG closer than anyone in Ligue 1 this season and, with the sides still to meet again, still hold an outside shot at the title. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 08:36:47 GMT |
| Legendary manager Lucescu dies five days after resigning as Romania coach Legendary manager Mircea Lucescu dies aged 80, five days after stepping down as Romania's head coach. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 20:39:19 GMT |
| Man Utd hopeful of Toone return at Spurs Manchester United midfielder Ella Toone will train on Friday and could return after four months out with injury at Tottenham on Sunday. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:38:11 GMT |
| Man City not distracted as WSL title nears - Jeglertz Manchester City manager Andree Jeglertz says they are "aware" they can win the Women's Super League title next week - but "it does not affect" their preparation. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:31:12 GMT |
| Late Reds boss Beard inducted into WSL Hall of Fame Former Liverpool manager Matt Beard is posthumously inducted into the Women's Super League Hall of Fame, along with Casey Stoney and Kerys Harrop. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:51:55 GMT |
| BBC Women's Football Weekly Guillem meets Arsenal's Spanish maestro, a serial winner chasing another European crown. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:02:00 GMT |
| Spain defender Batlle close to agreeing Arsenal move Spain defender Ona Batlle is close to agreeing a move to Arsenal as a free agent in the summer. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:24:13 GMT |
| Chelsea to play all WSL games at Stamford Bridge Chelsea say switching all their women's games to Stamford Bridge reaffirms an "ambition and intent" to become "the biggest women's sports club in the world". Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:41:33 GMT |
| Ipswich Women take big step towards safety Interim boss David Wright hails the improvement by Ipswich Women after they beat Sheffield United to boost their hopes of avoiding relegation. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:28:27 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 |
| 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 |
