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| Biggest VAR call ever? Four chaotic minutes that may define the season The most consequential decision in the history of VAR in the Premier League is played out over four minutes 11 seconds of drama at London Stadium. Sun, 10 May 2026 20:08:27 GMT |
| The summer a golden generation lost its shine The summer of 2006 was meant to be England's moment. A world-class squad, celebrity partners and confident fans - the hype was huge and the fall was hard. Mon, 11 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT |
| Rooney praises 'really good' VAR call in Arsenal win Former England and Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney believes the video assistant referee "did a really good job" in disallowing West Ham's late equaliser against Arsenal. Mon, 11 May 2026 05:08:09 GMT |
| The reasons West Ham face relegation - and why they are unlucky When the dust settles on the West Ham goal that was ruled out against Arsenal, the cold reality is they are now probably facing relegation. Sun, 10 May 2026 20:21:13 GMT |
| Celtic eye own fairytale as Hearts' story continues to captivate Celtic have taken care of Rangers and are coming for Hearts. Can Derek McInnes' side hold them off in the final days of a tumultuous campaign? Sun, 10 May 2026 17:39:50 GMT |
| Anderson shows character to go with talent after personal loss Elliot Anderson's crucial equaliser against Newcastle for Nottingham Forest was even more admirable given the huge personal loss he has suffered. Sun, 10 May 2026 18:31:23 GMT |
| Arsenal edge closer to title after late West Ham drama Leandro Trossard's 83rd-minute goal is enough to give Premier League leaders Arsenal a dramatic 1-0 win, as West Ham United are denied a stoppage-time equaliser by VAR at the London Stadium. Sun, 10 May 2026 19:05:20 GMT |
| Burnley end losing streak with draw against Villa Burnley end a run of five-straight Premier League defeats as they draw 2-2 with Aston Villa at Turf Moor. Sun, 10 May 2026 19:00:04 GMT |
| Anderson scores late equaliser as Forest move closer to safety Elliot Anderson scores against his former club to earn Nottingham Forest a 1-1 draw against Newcastle United and a seven-point cushion from the Premier League relegation zone. Sun, 10 May 2026 19:00:23 GMT |
| Everton's European push dented with draw at Palace Everton's push to finish in a European spot suffer a setback as Crystal Palace twice come from behind to pick up a 2-2 draw at Selhurst Park. Sun, 10 May 2026 19:00:08 GMT |
| Manchester City beat stubborn Brentford to keep title race alive Goals from Jeremy Doku, Erling Haaland and Omar Marmoush help Manchester City beat Brentford 3-0 at the Etihad Stadium to secure a vital win in the Premier League title race, as City move two points behind leaders Arsenal with three games remaining. Sat, 09 May 2026 19:20:56 GMT |
| 'Only his last changes worked' - how Arteta's gambles finally paid off Match of the Day pundit Danny Murphy explains why Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta deserves credit after his side beat West Ham to take a huge step towards the Premier League title. Sun, 10 May 2026 22:34:40 GMT |
| Everton target Stones return - Monday's gossip Everton in talks over John Stones return, Manchester United keen to keep Amad Diallo and Newcastle hope to agree Lewis Miley deal. Sun, 10 May 2026 22:06:46 GMT |
| Why Man City would be foolish to let Shaw leave Khadija Shaw needed just 12 minutes to prove why Manchester City must not let her leave in the summer. Sun, 10 May 2026 19:31:29 GMT |
| 'Thank you for everything' - Flick grateful for support after father's death Barcelona manager Hansi Flick thanks his team and the fans for their support after he took charge of them in Sunday's El Clasico against Real Madrid despite the death of his father. Sun, 10 May 2026 22:50:51 GMT |
| Are Celtic now favourites to win Scottish Premiership? Hearts have led the Scottish Premiership since October and remain one point ahead with two games to go - but are Celtic now favourites for the title? Sun, 10 May 2026 17:06:18 GMT |
| Howe 'looking at the future' with Gordon omission Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe says he left forward Anthony Gordon on the bench for the second week running because he is "looking at the future". Sun, 10 May 2026 16:59:40 GMT |
| I will not let racist abuse define me - Danso Tottenham Hotspur defender Kevin Danso says he will not be defined by racist abuse after being targeted on social media. Sun, 10 May 2026 21:30:05 GMT |
| Arsenal the champions in waiting but doing it the hard way This season hasn't always been easy on the eye, but Arsenal are on the brink of their first Premier League title in 22 years. Sun, 10 May 2026 21:36:21 GMT |
| Why Brighton's first Women's FA Cup final felt like it was coming Brighton reach their first Women's FA Cup final - and within one victory of a first piece of major silverware in the club's history. Sun, 10 May 2026 16:53:18 GMT |
| VAR's biggest ever decision? - analysis MOTD pundits Shay Given and Danny Murphy, and former Premier League assistant referee Darren Cann, analyse the controversial decision to rule out West Ham's late equaliser against Arsenal. Sun, 10 May 2026 23:09:05 GMT |
| Arteta praises officials' 'courage' for overturning West Ham equaliser Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praised the officials for overturning West Ham's stoppage-time equaliser as his side picked up a crucial 1-0 victory at the London Stadium. Sun, 10 May 2026 18:42:46 GMT |
| 'Where's the consistency?' - Bowen frustrated by VAR West Ham captain Jarrod Bowen criticises the consistency of VAR after his side had a late equaliser ruled out for a foul on David Raya during their 1-0 defeat by Arsenal at the London Stadium. Sun, 10 May 2026 19:10:54 GMT |
| How the 'WAGs' came to define England's 2006 World Cup campaign A German spa town, a media frenzy and the birth of a cultural phenomenon. England's 2006 World Cup campaign is remembered as much for the 'WAGs' (wives and girlfriends) as the football. Mon, 11 May 2026 05:39:56 GMT |
| How 'real deal' Raya rescued Arsenal again Match of the Day pundits Shay Given and Danny Murphy analyse David Raya's potential title-winning save from Mateus Fernandes during Arsenal's 1-0 victory over West Ham at the London stadium. Sun, 10 May 2026 23:10:31 GMT |
| Football Daily Drama in West Ham v Arsenal and can Slot last the summer at Liverpool? Analysis here.. Sun, 10 May 2026 19:47:00 GMT |
| World Cup debutants to wear collectable patches on shirts All players who make their first tournament appearance at this summer's Fifa World Cup will wear a debut patch on their shirts. Sun, 10 May 2026 16:35:19 GMT |
| 'The goals are coming' - is Doku keeping Man City in title race? Jeremy Doku said last month that he needed to add more goals to his game to be considered one of the best wingers in the world, so is he part of that conversation now? Sat, 09 May 2026 20:30:51 GMT |
| Lack of consistency in officiating upsetting - Espirito Santo West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo says the lack of consistency from the officials is upsetting as his side had a late equaliser against Arsenal overturned for a foul on David Raya. Sun, 10 May 2026 18:47:26 GMT |
| Pereira hails Forest 'spirit' as unbeaten run secures safety Nottingham Forest manager Vitor Pereira hails the "spirit" of his players as they extend their unbeaten run in the Premier League with a 1-1 draw against Newcastle. Sun, 10 May 2026 19:06:33 GMT |
| Fans 'losing patience' with Slot as Liverpool 'lack identity' - Rooney Speaking on Match of the Day, Wayne Rooney says Liverpool have "no identity" and "the players look disinterested", adding the club's supporters are "losing patience" with manager Arne Slot following their 1-1 draw at home to Chelsea in the Premier League. Sat, 09 May 2026 22:59:35 GMT |
| Everton not out of European chase yet - Moyes David Moyes believes Everton are still in the hunt for European football but need to "step up" their pursuit, having gone five Premier League games without a win following a 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park. Sun, 10 May 2026 15:46:05 GMT |
| 'Fantastic' Villa deserved to win - Emery Aston Villa manager Unai Emery says his side was "fantastic" and deserved all three points following a 2-2 with Burnley at Turf Moor. Sun, 10 May 2026 15:55:10 GMT |
| Hearts & Celtic seal Champions League qualifier spots Hearts will play in the Champions League qualifiers next season for the first time in 20 years as Celtic's win over Rangers guarantees a top-two Scottish Premiership finish. Sun, 10 May 2026 14:19:34 GMT |
| Boos, no intensity and no identity - who are Slot's Liverpool? More boos at Anfield highlight why Liverpool must change their style during a seismic summer for Arne Slot. Sat, 09 May 2026 16:39:00 GMT |
| Race for Europe: How it stands and remaining games As the Premier League season nears its conclusion, who are favourites to secure a place in Europe next season, and how many English teams could qualify? Sat, 09 May 2026 19:33:00 GMT |
| What next for Kieran Trippier? Newcastle United defender Kieran Trippier has an open mind about his next move as he focuses on finishing his St James' Park stay on a high. Sun, 10 May 2026 07:13:23 GMT |
| Lacking depth, little threat - Man Utd will not find replacing Casemiro easy Manchester United have failed to win any of the four Premier League games Casemiro has failed to start this season, leaving Michael Carrick to ponder how to replace him when he leaves this summer. Sat, 09 May 2026 18:32:06 GMT |
| How could extreme weather affect World Cup 2026? With almost a month to go until the start of the World Cup, Simon King looks ahead to the weather's potential to disrupt the tournament this summer. Sun, 10 May 2026 02:56:30 GMT |
| Bonuses, players on the beach & the phoney war - Pulis' end-of-season insights Tony Pulis on why motivating players who have nothing to play for is just one of the challenges facing a manager at the end of the season. Fri, 08 May 2026 07:32:47 GMT |
| How Le Mans rose from sixth tier to cusp of top-flight return Le Mans is most commonly known for its 24-hour race, but the city's football club is backed by big-name sportsmen and on a rapid rise. Sat, 09 May 2026 07:38:26 GMT |
| Sutton's predictions v boxing world champion Fabio Wardley Chris Sutton takes on world champion boxer Fabio Wardley plus the BBC readers and AI with his predictions for this weekend's fixtures. Thu, 07 May 2026 15:18:30 GMT |
| Fernandes: The trophies, the assist record and his future No Premier League medal, no Champions League title, but Bruno Fernandes has won other trophies and many accolades, and the FWA footballer of the year is on the brink of setting a record. Fri, 08 May 2026 22:23:55 GMT |
| How Villa could get sixth into the Champions League A host of Premier League clubs will be backing Aston Villa to win the Europa League - as it could secure Champions League qualification for whoever finishes sixth. Thu, 07 May 2026 21:22:08 GMT |
| Ups, downs and the race for Europe All you need to know about promotion, relegation and qualification for Europe in England and Scotland's top men's football leagues, and the Women's Super League. Sun, 10 May 2026 17:00:14 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. Sun, 03 May 2026 17:12:05 GMT |
| Which Premier League players are out of contract this summer? With a World Cup summer fast approaching, BBC Sport looks at which Premier League stars may be looking for new clubs. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:20:51 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 Mon, 04 May 2026 09:04:02 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 |
| 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 |
| Celtic eye own fairytale as Hearts' story continues to captivate Celtic have taken care of Rangers and are coming for Hearts. Can Derek McInnes' side hold them off in the final days of a tumultuous campaign? Sun, 10 May 2026 17:39:50 GMT |
| Are Celtic now favourites to win Premiership? Hearts have led the Scottish Premiership since October and remain one point ahead with two games to go - but are Celtic now favourites for the title? Sun, 10 May 2026 17:06:18 GMT |
| Hearts & Celtic seal Champions League qualifier spots Hearts will play in the Champions League qualifiers next season for the first time in 20 years as Celtic's win over Rangers guarantees a top-two Scottish Premiership finish. Sun, 10 May 2026 14:19:34 GMT |
| 'O'Neill has made Celtic players better' Celtic come from a goal down to beat Rangers in their battle to retain the league title. Sun, 10 May 2026 14:37:00 GMT |
| 'Bologna target Verona's Bowie' - gossip Bologna reportedly target Hellas Verona striker Kieron Bowie as Liam Scales says he had no interest in leaving Celtic despite interest from other clubs. Sun, 10 May 2026 08:13:20 GMT |
| Why Brighton's first Women's FA Cup final felt like it was coming Brighton reach their first Women's FA Cup final - and within one victory of a first piece of major silverware in the club's history. Sun, 10 May 2026 16:53:18 GMT |
| Why Man City would be foolish to let Shaw leave Khadija Shaw needed just 12 minutes to prove why Manchester City must not let her leave in the summer. Sun, 10 May 2026 19:31:29 GMT |
| Unmasking the coach who led Man City to WSL title glory Who is the Swedish mastermind who has guided Manchester City to a first Women's Super League title for a decade? Thu, 07 May 2026 12:18:17 GMT |
| Chelsea favourites to sign Shaw as Man City exit nears Chelsea are favourites to sign striker Khadija Shaw on a free contract as an exit from Manchester City nears this summer. Thu, 07 May 2026 11:50:45 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 |
