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| I want to come back to Premier League and win it this time - Pochettino Former Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino sits down with Kelly Somers to talk about growing up on a farm, barbecues and his future. Sat, 06 Dec 2025 06:09:50 GMT |
| 'We have a chance?' Muller out to spoil Miami's MLS Cup quest Thomas Muller's Vancouver Whitecaps will face Lionel Messi's Inter Miami in the MLS Cup final - and the German is relishing another showpiece in his storied career. Sat, 06 Dec 2025 07:21:15 GMT |
| Mainoo in demand for January loan - Saturday's gossip At least 12 clubs want Kobbie Mainoo on loan, Nottingham Forest set to increase Elliot Anderson price, Saudi clubs confident of cut-price Mohamed Salah deal, plus more. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 23:05:00 GMT |
| Haaland v Mbappe, dream ties and YMCA - the best of the World Cup draw YMCA, Donald Trump and Kylian Mbappe v Erling Haaland - BBC Sport runs through the best bits from the World Cup draw. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 22:20:57 GMT |
| Plotting England and Scotland's routes through the World Cup It took a while, but the World Cup draw is finally done and fans of England and Scotland can start to work out their path to glory. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 22:18:56 GMT |
| Sutton's predictions v DJ and producer Paige Tomlinson BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on DJ Paige Tomlinson - and AI - with his predictions for this weekend's Premier League fixtures. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 13:49:44 GMT |
| Kind draw with an edge? Wales' potential World Cup group If Wales qualify for the World Cup, they will be pleased with a relatively kind draw - and a chance to settle a score with co-hosts Canada. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 20:49:11 GMT |
| Tuchel reacts to England's 'difficult' World Cup group World Cup 2026: Thomas Tuchel reacts to England's 'difficult' group after draw Fri, 05 Dec 2025 20:05:41 GMT |
| 'Bring it on' - Clarke reacts to Scotland's World Cup draw Scotland head coach Steve Clarke reacts to being drawn into Group C for the 2026 World Cup alongside Brazil, Morocco and Haiti. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 20:59:35 GMT |
| When England thrashed Panama at 2018 World Cup in Russia BBC Sport looks back at England's 6-1 win over Panama in 2018, after the two sides are drawn in the same group for the 2026 World Cup. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 19:25:03 GMT |
| Borini scores as Salford shock Leyton Orient in FA Cup Former Liverpool and Italy forward Fabio Borini scores for Salford City as they beat Leyton Orient 4-0 to reach the third round of the FA Cup. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 23:26:30 GMT |
| Unlucky own goal helps Gladbach beat Mainz Watch highlights, as the Bundesliga's bottom side Mainz 05 suffer a narrow defeat to Borussia Monchengladbach. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 22:00:47 GMT |
| Who are favourites to win the 2026 World Cup? The 2026 World Cup draw has been made which means the countdown to the tournament is on - but who are the favourites to win the coveted trophy? Fri, 05 Dec 2025 21:56:46 GMT |
| When will England & Scotland find out World Cup venues? England and Scotland will discover when and where they will play their World Cup 2026 group stage matches during a draw on Saturday. Sat, 06 Dec 2025 09:25:47 GMT |
| Old and new foes - a look at England's World Cup group BBC Sport profiles Croatia, Panama and Ghana - England's Group L opponents at the 2026 World Cup. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 20:41:22 GMT |
| Could one win get Scotland out of World Cup group? BBC Scotland digs into Scotland's World Cup progression prospects. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 22:08:41 GMT |
| 'Fearless' Northern Ireland learn potential World Cup rivals Northern Ireland will face hosts Canada, Qatar and Switzerland in Group B of the World Cup if they come through March's tricky play-off. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 19:08:17 GMT |
| Republic of Ireland learn potential World Cup opponents The Republic of Ireland will face hosts Mexico, South Africa and South Korea in Group A in the World Cup if they come through March's play-offs. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 19:13:01 GMT |
| Can you name every player with 100 Premier League goals? Man City's Erling Haaland has reached a century of strikes in the English top flight. Can you name every player to have scored 100-plus goals in the Premier League? Sat, 06 Dec 2025 09:07:34 GMT |
| President Trump wins inaugural Fifa Peace Prize US President Donald Trump receives the inaugural Fifa Peace Prize before the draw for the 2026 Fifa World Cup. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 18:04:40 GMT |
| Man City won't take risk on 'suffering' Rodri's return Manchester City midfielder Rodri is "suffering" and "struggling" as he wants to make a return to action from a hamstring injury, says manager Pep Guardiola. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 22:39:04 GMT |
| Eckert, 32, gets Southampton job and eyes Premier League Tonda Eckert targets a promotion challenge after being appointed Southampton's permanent boss on a contract to 2027. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 22:12:48 GMT |
| Arsenal's Mosquera could be out for at least six weeks Arsenal fear Cristhian Mosquera will miss at least six weeks, with the defender set to undergo further tests to establish the full extent of his ankle injury. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:45:16 GMT |
| 'Bring it on' says Clarke as Scotland face Brazil, Morocco & Haiti Scotland will open their World Cup finals next summer against Haiti after also being drawn against Brazil and Morocco. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 19:01:43 GMT |
| 'A wonderful miracle' - how Messi & Beckham made Miami shine In the world of team sport, no-one adores the achievements of its most accomplished individuals more than America's sports-mad fans, writes Guillem Balague. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 09:01:14 GMT |
| England start World Cup against Croatia, Scotland to face Brazil England will begin their World Cup 2026 campaign against Croatia, while Scotland are drawn in the same group as Brazil for next summer's tournament. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 19:16:19 GMT |
| 'Buzzing' Scots have 'point to prove' at World Cup Current and former Scotland players react to the 2026 World Cup draw, with an air of cautious optimism. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 21:16:03 GMT |
| World Cup draw reaction as England get Croatia & Scotland face Brazil Kelly Cates & co react to the World Cup draw as England & Scotland draw Croatia & Brazil. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 22:33:00 GMT |
| Mejbri given four-game ban for spitting at fans Burnley midfielder Hannibal Mejbri is given a four-match ban and a £15,000 fine after spitting at Leeds United fans last month. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 15:35:31 GMT |
| Amorim defends his use of midfielder Mainoo Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim defends his failure to start any academy player in the Premier League this season and repeated his reasons for not giving Kobbie Mainoo an opportunity. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 13:34:30 GMT |
| How to follow the FA Cup on the BBC this weekend BBC Sport Ask Me Anything explains how to follow the FA Cup second round on TV and radio this weekend. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 08:11:50 GMT |
| Morecambe takeover figure accused of terrorism involvement A key figure behind the Morecambe FC takeover deal is sanctioned by the UK government over accusations of involvement in terrorism. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 17:06:54 GMT |
| Fenerbahce captain's home raided in Turkish betting scandal Players, club directors, a commentator and a referee are among the latest to be arrested in Turkey's betting scandal. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 12:20:44 GMT |
| Littlejohn given extended ban for violent conduct Crystal Palace midfielder Ruesha Littlejohn has been given an extended five-match ban for violent conduct after grabbing an opponent by the neck and throwing her to the ground. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 14:43:45 GMT |
| Man Utd will look to sign cover for pregnant Bizet Manchester United manager Marc Skinner has said the club will look to sign cover for midfielder Celin Bizet in January after she announced her pregnancy. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 09:30:07 GMT |
| Rangers' title hopes distant 'but not impossible' Rangers' route to Scottish Premiership title success "is a long way but it's not impossible", says head coach Danny Rohl. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:03:20 GMT |
| Trump and Infantino - too close for comfort? Friday’s World Cup draw in Washington DC will be the latest illustration of the ever-closer relationship between US President Donald Trump and Fifa president Gianni Infantino. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 15:09:38 GMT |
| Trump receives inaugural Fifa Peace Prize Watch the moment US president receives the first ever Fifa Peace Prize at the 2026 World Cup draw. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 17:53:52 GMT |
| Hasselhoff, Clinton & Blatter v Williams - the 1994 World Cup draw Watch the last USA World Cup draw that was Las Vegas in 1994 featuring famous faces like Robin Williams, Bill Clinton and more. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:26:50 GMT |
| Heat will reduce intensity of matches - Tuchel England manager Thomas Tuchel speaks to BBC sports editor Dan Roan about how high temperatures could impact the World Cup next summer. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 08:09:39 GMT |
| Man Utd halted as Magassa gets first West Ham goal Watch Premier League highlights as Manchester United are held at home by West Ham, with Soungoutou Magassa scoring his first Hammers goal. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 22:30:07 GMT |
| Haaland's journey to 100 Premier League goals As Erling Haaland becomes the fastest player to score 100 goals in the Premier League, BBC Sport looks back at the Norway striker's best moments for Man City. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 06:10:27 GMT |
| Who are the 2026 World Cup debutants? From a tiny Caribbean island to a nation once managed by Harry Redknapp, meet the teams who will be making their debut at the 2026 World Cup. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 07:24:57 GMT |
| Five things to look out for in EFL: Promotion pushes past and present BBC Sport highlights five things to keep an eye on in the EFL this weekend, including Derby v Leicester and Ipswich v Coventry. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:14:33 GMT |
| Newcastle have money to spend in January - Wilson Newcastle United have money to spend in January - but sporting director Ross Wilson says any mid-season moves will have to "align" with their summer plan. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 12:00:30 GMT |
| Quiz: Which nations have qualified for 2026 World Cup? We want you to name every nation who has qualified for the 2026 World Cup. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 07:48:03 GMT |
| History and upsets - five things to watch for in FA Cup With history up for grabs and upsets on the cards, here are the five things to watch out for in the FA Cup second round. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:10:14 GMT |
| Paqueta to make immediate return after ban West Ham boss Nuno Espirito Santo says Lucas Paqueta will start Sunday's Premier League game at Brighton after serving a one-match ban. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 13:31:28 GMT |
| Football Daily John Murray, Ali Bruce-Ball & Ian Dennis talk Premier League, travels and commentary. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT |
| How England use artificial intelligence to help with penalties How do England use artificial intelligence to prepare for penalty shootouts? Rhys Long, the FA's head of performance insights and analysis, explains all. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 06:20:58 GMT |
| 'We lost control' - Amorim rues late West Ham leveller Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim bemoans his side's inability to hold on to a lead, after drawing 1-1 with West Ham United. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 22:38:41 GMT |
| Old Trafford draw 'another step' forward for West Ham - Nuno West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo is pleased with his team's work, after the Hammers came from a goal down to draw 1-1 away to Manchester United. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 22:38:23 GMT |
| Arsenal squad depth is 'remarkable' - analysis Match of the Day pundit Danny Murphy is impressed with the strength and depth of the Arsenal squad as the changes they made, particularly down the right side, paid off against Brentford. Wed, 03 Dec 2025 23:59:33 GMT |
| How Farke stumbled on new system to get Leeds playing again Match of the Day pundits Danny Murphy and Shay Given look at Leeds boss Daniel Farke "stumbled" on a new system and how it worked in their favour in their 3-1 win over Chelsea. Wed, 03 Dec 2025 23:59:36 GMT |
| Mary Earps: Queen of Stops Goalkeeper Mary Earps offers an insight into her journey to the pinnacle of her sport. Fri, 30 May 2025 04:55:00 GMT |
| Ridley Scott's masterful epic of betrayal and vengeance Maximus Decimus Meridius, favoured general of the Roman emperor, is betrayed and enslaved. Mon, 01 Dec 2025 00:27:18 GMT |
| The hidden workings of dating apps uncovered How dating apps changed our love lives by connecting us, but at what cost? Mon, 01 Dec 2025 21:30:00 GMT |
| England's AI World Cup masterplan - from perfecting penalties to powering players BBC Sport hears from inside the England setup about how artificial intelligence is powering plans for next summer's World Cup. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 06:17:48 GMT |
| Can anyone stop Lampard's Coventry winning the Championship? Frank Lampard's Coventry City are 10 points clear at the top of the Championship and could create history - but will anything stand in their way? Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:14:31 GMT |
| Woeful Wolves on course for lowest Christmas points tally Wolves' winless start to the season means they are on course for some unwanted records - including equalling the Premier League's lowest Christmas points tally. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:24:33 GMT |
| Success in 2025 - are the Lionesses ready for 2026? England capped off a successful 2025 with resounding victories over China and Ghana at home - so what shape are they in for World Cup qualification? Wed, 03 Dec 2025 11:52:51 GMT |
| Transfers - September to December 2025 Check out the significant signings and departures in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, EFL and Women's Super League. Wed, 05 Nov 2025 20:15:21 GMT |
| Manager ins and outs - 2025-26 season BBC Sport tracks all the manager ins and outs in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, Women's Super League, English Football League and National League. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 20:14:29 GMT |
| Which team won the fewest points in a Premier League season? Our Ask Me Anything team look at which clubs amassed the lowest points tally in a single season. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 16:32:35 GMT |
| What is the dubious goals committee? BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains what the dubious goals committee is and how the identities of goal scorers are decided Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:57:32 GMT |
| Why is Son Heung-min returning to Tottenham? Our Ask Me Anything team explain why former captain Son Heung-min is returning to Tottenham. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:59:05 GMT |
| When are Premier League players heading to Afcon? BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains when players will meet up with their countries at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:29:56 GMT |
| What leagues have a winter break and when are they? Our Ask Me Anything team explore which leagues will have a winter break in football. Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:13:28 GMT |
| Nancy takes bow against Hearts, Maswanhise & Rohl in focus Wilfried Nancy takes charge of Celtic for the first time in their top-of-the-table meeting with Hearts - just one of the talking points over the weekend in the Scottish Premiership Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:10:28 GMT |
| Hearts have no plans to loan out Gordon - gossip Rangers linked with in-demand Norwegian, while Hearts have no plans to send Scotland goalkeeper out on loan. Sat, 06 Dec 2025 08:36:49 GMT |
| Celtic 'need to believe in themselves more' - Nancy Wilfried Nancy believes he has inherited a "quality team" at Celtic that needs "to believe a little bit more in themselves". Fri, 05 Dec 2025 14:01:53 GMT |
| Rangers' title hopes distant 'but not impossible' Rangers' route to Scottish Premiership title success "is a long way but it's not impossible", says head coach Danny Rohl. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:03:20 GMT |
| Podcast: Scottish Premiership weekend preview Ray Bradshaw, Joelle Murray and Cammy Bell look ahead to a huge weekend of football Fri, 05 Dec 2025 08:00:00 GMT |
| Queen of the South's 18-month search for new board The directors of Queen of the South announced their intention to stand down more than 18 months ago. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 06:05:18 GMT |
| What's on Nancy's Celtic to-do list? Wilfried Nancy has completed his long-waited move from Columbus Crew to Celtic, but what will be the new manager's priorities in Glasgow? Thu, 04 Dec 2025 08:26:46 GMT |
| How Viking ended 34-year Norwegian title drought Viking FK wrap up their first Norwegian league title in 34 years, sparking big celebrations in the city of Stavanger. BBC Sport takes a look at their achievement. Sun, 30 Nov 2025 20:38:19 GMT |
| Ajax criticise 'outrageous' fireworks after match abandoned Ajax criticise the "utterly outrageous" firework display which resulted in their Dutch league match against Groningen being abandoned. Sun, 30 Nov 2025 22:55:07 GMT |
| What's going on with fan disorder at European games? Was the disorder of Young Boys fans at Aston Villa an isolated incident, or does it indicate something more prevalent? Fri, 28 Nov 2025 16:57:38 GMT |
| Littlejohn given extended ban for violent conduct Crystal Palace midfielder Ruesha Littlejohn has been given an extended five-match ban for violent conduct after grabbing an opponent by the neck and throwing her to the ground. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 14:43:45 GMT |
| 'The time was right' - Oxtoby swaps Northern Ireland for Newcastle Stepping away from international football to manage a club in England's second tier was a decision Tanya Oxtoby "didn't take lightly". Fri, 05 Dec 2025 08:52:38 GMT |
| Arroyo proud of Kendall's 'amazing' first England goal Aston Villa manager Natalia Arroyo says she has watched the "amazing moment" of Lucia Kendall's first England goal multiple times in recent days. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:34:25 GMT |
| Meet the Gurkha's daughter making WSL history Asmita Ale discusses her incredible family history, being the first person of Nepalese descent to sign a professional contract in England and play in the Women's Super League. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 14:13:05 GMT |
| Man Utd will look to sign cover for pregnant Bizet Manchester United manager Marc Skinner has said the club will look to sign cover for midfielder Celin Bizet in January after she announced her pregnancy. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 09:30:07 GMT |
| Germany to host Euro 2029 as England chase trophy hat-trick Germany will host the 2029 Women's European Championship, Uefa announces. Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:43:23 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 |
| 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 |
| How does Daniel Levy run Tottenham - and would he ever leave? With Tottenham struggling on the pitch and chairman Daniel Levy facing criticism from fans, BBC Sport looks at how the club is run and what the future might hold. Fri, 14 Feb 2025 13:30:55 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 |
| East meets west London - the mentor who changed Chelsea Vinay Menon knew nothing about football when he went for a meeting at a west London mansion in 2009. A few weeks later he was in the heart of the Chelsea dressing room. Wed, 21 Aug 2024 23:04:58 GMT |
| The air crash and the underdogs - a triumph for a lost generation Nineteen years and 10 miles separated Zambia's football team from a lost, golden generation on a fateful night in Libreville. Wed, 14 Aug 2024 23:01:06 GMT |
