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| 'A tough lesson' - Newcastle get sobering reminder of gap to top Newcastle boss Eddie Howe admits his side were taught a tough lesson in their 3-1 FA Cup fifth-round defeat by Manchester City. Sun, 08 Mar 2026 00:31:45 GMT |
| VAR brings cruel dose of reality to Wrexham Wrexham's first taste of VAR left them thinking about what might have been as they lost 4-2 in an FA Cup thriller. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 22:52:06 GMT |
| The race for the Quadruple: Arsenal and Manchester City's battle With Arsenal and Manchester City still in the running for four trophies, BBC Sport looks at who else has come close to doing the Quadruple. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 21:55:33 GMT |
| Manchester United target Tavernier - Sunday's gossip Manchester United set their sights on one of Bournemouth's star players, while Unai Emery could be on his way out at Aston Villa and Newcastle United need to target a new shot-stopper. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 22:30:18 GMT |
| Marmoush double fires Man City past Newcastle Omar Marmoush scores twice against Newcastle United for the second time this season as Manchester City come from behind to reach the FA Cup quarter-finals. Sun, 08 Mar 2026 00:01:08 GMT |
| Chelsea overcome Wrexham in extra-time FA Cup thriller Chelsea come from behind twice to scupper 10-man Wrexham's hopes of a giant-killing in a thrilling FA Cup fifth-round tie. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 21:12:13 GMT |
| 'Risk you take' - Rosenior explains Chelsea rotation Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior defends his heavy squad rotation after his side edged past 10‑man Wrexham to reach the FA Cup quarter‑finals. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 21:58:57 GMT |
| 'Incredible' Bronze remains England's gold standard Lucy Bronze made her 145th senior appearance for England on Saturday. Few have been better performances. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 16:30:35 GMT |
| Griffiths shines as Wales get a glimpse of future Mared Griffiths shines as Wales get a glimpse of the future during their thumping World Cup qualifying win over Montenegro. Sun, 08 Mar 2026 04:45:17 GMT |
| 'I'll go on holiday' - Guardiola fumes as touchline ban looms Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is facing a two-game touchline ban after being booked for the sixth time this season during Saturday's FA Cup win at Newcastle. Sun, 08 Mar 2026 00:41:23 GMT |
| Eze stunner spares Arsenal from Mansfield upset Arsenal's Eberechi Eze comes off the bench to score the winning goal against League One side Mansfield, sending the Gunners through to the FA Cup quarter-finals. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 16:10:59 GMT |
| Scotland fire seven past Luxembourg in World Cup qualifying Watch as Scotland beat Luxembourg 7-0 in their Women's World Cup qualifier at Hampden Park to go top of Group B4 ahead of Belgium on goal difference. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 20:27:16 GMT |
| Smith fires Wrexham in front against Chelsea Wrexham's Sam Smith races past the Chelsea defence to put his side ahead in their FA Cup fifth-round tie. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 18:23:08 GMT |
| Wrexham owners understand the magic of the FA Cup Wrexham's community director Humphrey Ker explains how club owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney bought into the "magic of the FA Cup". Sat, 07 Mar 2026 19:31:10 GMT |
| Liverpool cruise past Wolves to seal quarter-final spot Liverpool secure a 3–1 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux to advance to the quarter-finals of the FA Cup. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 22:27:01 GMT |
| 'When you're with me, you're not bored' - Malard bringing sunshine to Man Utd BBC Sport meets Manchester United and France forward Melvine Malard to discover her story. Sun, 08 Mar 2026 07:11:33 GMT |
| 'Exceptional' Dowman and Salmon make history as Gunners survive scare Arsenal needed their big guns to come off the bench to help them past Mansfield, but it was 16-year-olds Max Dowman and Marli Salmon who made history. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 16:50:54 GMT |
| Pigeon stops play - unflappable Gimenez removes intruder A pigeon briefly stopped play during Atletico Madrid's 3-2 win over Real Sociedad - with unflappable defender Jose Gimenez plucking the bird off the pitch and taking it to safety. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 20:50:37 GMT |
| 'What happens next, happens' - Lindsay coy on NI future Northern Ireland interim manager Kris Lindsay says it is "up to the powers that be" at the Irish FA to decide whether he will be appointed as permanent boss. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 22:57:44 GMT |
| Pressure mounts on Tudor as Tottenham lose at home to Palace Tottenham stay just one point above the Premier League relegation zone following a 3-1 home defeat by Crystal Palace, having had to play more than 45 minutes with 10 men after Micky van de Ven was sent off. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 22:36:29 GMT |
| Ten-man Newcastle score late winner to beat Man Utd Substitute William Osula scores a stoppage-time winner to help 10-man Newcastle beat Manchester United 2-1 at St James' Park, as Michael Carrick suffers his first defeat as Red Devils boss. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 22:49:10 GMT |
| Man City suffer title race setback as stubborn Forest secure vital draw Manchester City's hopes of winning the Premier League suffer a setback as they are held at home by strugglers Nottingham Forest, as the away side come from behind twice to grab a 2-2 draw at Etihad Stadium. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 22:46:14 GMT |
| Joao Pedro hat-trick as Chelsea come from behind to beat Villa Joao Pedro scores a hat-trick as Chelsea come from a goal down to secure an impressive win against Aston Villa, boosting their hopes of qualifying for next season's Champions League. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 22:46:17 GMT |
| Saka scores only goal as leaders Arsenal edge past Brighton Bukayo Saka scores the only goal as Arsenal beat Brighton 1-0 at the Amex to move seven points clear at the top of the Premier League. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 22:46:22 GMT |
| Wilkinson 'happy' - but wants more from Wales Rhian Wilkinson says Wales have room to improve despite hailing a job well done following their emphatic first win in 2027 Women's World Cup qualifying. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 19:47:59 GMT |
| Early goals send Falkirk to Scottish Cup semi-finals Two early goals help Falkirk make it by Dundee United to reach the Scottish Cup semi-finals. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 22:27:45 GMT |
| Bayern hammer Monchengladbach to move 14 points clear Bayern Munich win their fifth match in a row with a 4-1 win over Borussia Monchengladbach, to move to 14 points clear at the top of the Bundesliga table. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 23:07:27 GMT |
| 'As pure as you can hit it!' Robertson fires Liverpool into lead Liverpool left-back Andrew Robertson scores a superb opening goal for his side in their FA Cup fifth round tie against Wolves at Molineux. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 22:07:06 GMT |
| 'The reaction was great' - Glasner proud as Palace fight back to beat Spurs Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner praises his team's reaction as they fight back from a goal down to beat Spurs 3-1 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with all the goals coming in the first half. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 23:02:08 GMT |
| 'We don't know what is a foul' - Nuno wants set-piece review With increased attention on grappling at corner kicks in the Premier League, West Ham head coach Nuno Espirito Santo wants officials to explain what is and is not a foul. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 16:17:03 GMT |
| Ferguson out of Republic of Ireland's World Cup play-off Roma striker Evan Ferguson will miss the Republic of Ireland's World Cup play-off after being ruled out for the rest of the season with an ankle injury. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 14:55:23 GMT |
| Osula on practising match-winning finish Newcastle's match-winner William Osula talks about how he practised in training the exact finish that gave the Magpies their 2-1 Premier League win over Manchester United at St James' Park. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 23:24:18 GMT |
| 'Don't be so ridiculous' - Richards & Murphy debate Haaland penalty decision Match of the Day pundits Micah Richards and Danny Murphy debate if Matz Sels' collision with Erling Haaland should have resulted in a penalty for Manchester City. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:19:22 GMT |
| 'We always knew he had elite potential' BBC Sport charts the rise of exciting young forward Mateus Mane – from his childhood in Portugal, to moving to Manchester and now making waves with Wolves Thu, 05 Mar 2026 06:18:25 GMT |
| Did Ramsey deserve to be sent off? Match of the Day pundits Micah Richards and Danny Murphy discuss if Newcastle's Jacob Ramsey's second yellow card for diving was deserved. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:19:32 GMT |
| 'Bitterly disappointed' - Carrick loses first match as Man Utd manager Manchester United manager Michael Carrick says defeat to 10-man Newcastle "hurts a lot" and he is "bitterly disappointed" after the 2-1 loss at St James' Park in the Premier League. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 23:30:10 GMT |
| 'Slot needs something to keep him in a job' - could the FA Cup be it? Despite a torrid Premier League campaign, could winning the FA Cup keep Liverpool manager Arne Slot in a job? Fri, 06 Mar 2026 23:52:43 GMT |
| Who is to blame for Spurs' chaotic descent towards relegation? BBC Sport's chief football writer Phil McNulty examines who - or what - is to blame for Spurs' crisis as they fight to avoid relegation. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:35:45 GMT |
| Schmeichel has role to play 'on field or not' - Hart Kasper Schmeichel can still have "a huge influence" on the Celtic's trophy push challenge despite a challenge to his position, says predecessor Joe Hart. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 11:21:18 GMT |
| Arsenal's commitment and desire to win is incredible - Arteta Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says his team's "commitment and desire to win is incredible" after the leaders beat Brighton & Hove Albion 1-0 to go seven points clear in the Premier League. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 23:07:29 GMT |
| How 'sensational' Joao Pedro made Chelsea tick against Villa Match of the Day pundits Micah Richards and Danny Murphy discuss how Chelsea striker Joao Pedro uses his movement to cause problems for defenders. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:19:26 GMT |
| 'We did everything to beat Forest' - Guardiola disappointed by draw Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says his side "did everything" they could to beat Nottingham Forest in their 2-2 Premier League draw, a result which leaves City seven points behind Arsenal in the Premier League title race. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 23:40:29 GMT |
| 'An amazing night' - Howe delight at last-gasp win Newcastle head coach Eddie Howe is ecstatic with his side's late winner against Manchester United, as they overcome Jacob Ramsey's "really harsh" red card. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 23:13:22 GMT |
| 'We could not be happier' - Nuno proud of West Ham 'fight' after vital win West Ham United manager Nuno Espirito Santo says his team "must keep going" but he "could not be happier" as his side beat Fulham to earn a vital win as they aim to avoid relegation from the Premier League. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 23:13:40 GMT |
| 'Howard Webb, where are you?' - How we can stop VAR ruining football In his BBC Sport column, former Premier League boss Tony Pulis explains how VAR has become a monster, and why people in the game should be asked how to fix it. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 07:22:45 GMT |
| Why are celebrities buying stakes in football clubs? BBC Sport explores the growing trend for big household names to invest in clubs in the lower leagues of English football. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 06:12:33 GMT |
| Handball, offside, VAR - is football too complicated? From handball, to offside and VAR, it has become difficult for supporters to follow what is going on with football. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 07:40:19 GMT |
| From PE teacher to Premier League boss for Boro's Hellberg? Middlesbrough head coach Kim Hellberg talks to BBC Radio Tees about his previous career and life in Sweden. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:15:17 GMT |
| Haaland? Kane? R9? Ranking the best centre-forwards this century Who are the best centre-forwards of the 21st Century? We've had a go at trying to whittle down a pretty formidable list. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:34:58 GMT |
| Messi, McTominay, Kane or Estevao - who to watch with 100 days to World Cup With 100 days until the World Cup, BBC Sport looks at the favourites to win, as well as players to watch and who could be outside contenders. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 13:15:22 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 |
| 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. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:06:26 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 |
| What is St Totteringham's Day and when could it happen? BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains what St Totteringham's Day is and what its origins are Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:10:24 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 |
| Where do iconic football moves originate from? Our Ask Me Anything team explain where the names of iconic football moves come from. Wed, 11 Feb 2026 09:14:10 GMT |
| Why is there a four-week break in the WSL? BBC Sport takes a look at why there is a second hiatus in the Women's Super League so soon after the winter break. Mon, 16 Feb 2026 08:56:51 GMT |
| Who will join Dunfermline & Falkirk in Scottish Cup last four? Who will take the final two places in the Scottish Cup semi-finals after Dunfermline Athletic beat holders Aberdeen after Falkirk defeated Dundee United? Sat, 07 Mar 2026 21:27:48 GMT |
| How Old Firm cup tie could provide Premiership momentum Former Celtic forward and boss Kenny Dalglish and ex-Rangers winger Peter Lovenkrands preview Sunday's Old Firm Scottish Cup quarter-final. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 18:29:25 GMT |
| Watch: Scotland fire seven past Luxembourg Watch as Scotland beat Luxembourg 7-0 in their Women's World Cup qualifier at Hampden Park to go top of Group B4 ahead of Belgium on goal difference. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 20:27:16 GMT |
| Scots in action on BBC as Bologna host Verona Watch live coverage on BBC Alba as Bologna host Verona in Serie A, with Scotland internationals Lewis Ferguson and Kieron Bowie set to feature. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 12:20:15 GMT |
| Brazil's Rodrygo to miss World Cup with ACL injury Brazil's Real Madrid forward Rodrygo calls it "one of the worst days of my life" after he is ruled out for the rest of the season and 2026 World Cup with a serious knee injury. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 20:27:13 GMT |
| Galatasaray fans banned from Liverpool second leg Galatasaray fans are banned from the club's Champions League visit to Liverpool after disturbances during their game with Juventus in the previous round. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:26:26 GMT |
| Mbappe has knee sprain with no surgery planned Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappe is diagnosed with a left knee sprain and will not have surgery at this stage. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:51:55 GMT |
| Referee halts La Liga game under racism protocol Sunday's La Liga match between Elche and Espanyol is paused for three minutes after the referee instigates Uefa's racism protocol. Sun, 01 Mar 2026 22:40:18 GMT |
| Prestianni's Benfica career 'over' if abuse proven Benfica boss Jose Mourinho says Gianluca Prestianni's career under him will be "over" if it is found he racially abused Vinicius Jr. Sun, 01 Mar 2026 20:48:35 GMT |
| 'When you're with me, you're not bored' - Malard bringing sunshine to Man Utd BBC Sport meets Manchester United and France forward Melvine Malard to discover her story. Sun, 08 Mar 2026 07:11:33 GMT |
| 'Incredible' Bronze remains England's gold standard Lucy Bronze made her 145th senior appearance for England on Saturday. Few have been better performances. Sat, 07 Mar 2026 16:30:35 GMT |
| Griffiths shines as Wales get a glimpse of future Mared Griffiths shines as Wales get a glimpse of the future during their thumping World Cup qualifying win over Montenegro. Sun, 08 Mar 2026 04:45:17 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 |
