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Anderson's journey to England star and potential record signing
Elliot Anderson has emerged as a key part of Thomas Tuchel's England side and is now on the brink of a big money move to Manchester City.
Netherlands, Japan and Sweden all go through - key moments and rate players!
Man City agree record fee with Forest for Anderson
Manchester City agree a club record deal with Nottingham Forest to sign England midfielder Elliot Anderson.
Côte d’Ivoire into World Cup knockouts for first time as Pépé finishes off Curaçao
Côte d’Ivoire surviving the World Cup group stage for the first time, in the year of our football gods 2026, is one of those titbits that sounds like it shouldn’t be true, and yet here we are. An underwhelming 2-0 victory over Curaçao , courtesy of Nicolas Pépé’s double, put the Ivorians through to the last 32 as Group E runners-up. “Celebrate this historic qualification, like we should,” the…
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Pepe double vs Curacao sends Ivory Coast through
Former Arsenal forward Nicolas Pepe scored twice as Ivory Coast secured second-place in Group E with a comfortable 2-0 win over Curacao.
Is LaMelo Ball a winning player? The Timberwolves are betting yes, and it's a risk they had to take
The Wolves had hit a ceiling that Ball has the potential to push them through
Plata's 'touch of gold' gives Ecuador lead against Germany
Gonzalo Plata reacts quickest to direct Kevin Rodriuguez' flick on over Manuel Neuer, to give Ecuador a 2-1 lead over Germany in their FIFA World Cup Group E match at the New York New Jersey Stadium.
Ecuador stun Germany to reach knockouts
Ecuador stunned already-qualified Germany with a 2-1 comeback win in New Jersey to reach the World Cup knockout stages and dent Scotland’s round of 32 hopes.
Injury-hit Warrington dig deep to beat Catalans
Warrington overcome injury problems to move level on points with Leeds at the top of Super League with a gutsy win over Catalans.
'Brilliant finish' - Pepe gets his second as Ivory Coast double their lead
Nicolas Pepe gets on the end of Ibrahima Sangare's "incisive pass" to score his second of the game, as Ivory Coast take a 2-0 lead against Curacao in their Group E match at Philadelphia Stadium.
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Mbappe v Haaland: Who is more important for their country?
Two of the greatest forwards in world football will go head-to-head at Boston Stadium on Friday, as France and Kylian Mbappe take on Norway and Erling Haaland.
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World Cup 2026: Haaland and Mbappé face off, Scotland still left in limbo – live
⚽ Latest news from day 15 | Haaland v Mbappé in data ⚽ Third-place table | Player guide | Bracketology | Mail us Sweden secured their place in the last 32 but Anthony Elanga, who scored against Jap…
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Why Vrancken marks fresh start at data-driven Hearts
As Belgian head coach Wouter Vranckin takes charge at Hearts, it marks a strengthening of the club's data-driven vision, writes Thomas Duncan.
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Hearts' Braga plays down transfer talk - gossip
Hearts striker says sole focus is on Champions League qualifying despite links to France as Celtic are set to end long negotiations with coaching staff...
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Chess: Carlsen’s four defeats in a row – just a blip or the start of a career downturn?
The word No 1 has had difficult periods previously, but at 35 and a wealthy family man, could he now be tempted towards a more relaxed lifestyle? Magnus Carlsen’s four defeats in a row during the W…
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Thirty years of hurt: memories of England’s loss to Germany at Euro 96
Exactly three decades have passed since one of the most unforgettable nights in English tournament history Des Lynam ended the BBC’s coverage of that European Championship semi-final between Englan…
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Mbappe vs Haaland - new Messi-Ronaldo rivalry graces World Cup
It is a World Cup where the big stars have shone so far. On Friday night, two of those big hitters are set to do battle in the first 'clash of the titans' meeting.
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Yoon leads as Korda bid for major hat-trick falters
Ina Yoon leads the Women's PGA Championship by two shots after the first round as Nellie Korda's hopes of a third straight major falter.
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How not to be a tennis parent
Pushy parents are well documented in tennis - BBC Sport looks at when things get out of hand and asks if the system is to blame.
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Pochettino chides press for questions after 3-2 loss to Turkey: ‘We won the group’
US manager says his team deserve congratulations Plays down talk of momentum and focuses on positives Mauricio Pochettino criticized questions over his team’s performance in a 3-2 loss to Turkey on…
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USMNT's second string offers mixed bag in loss to Turkiye as Americans turn page to World Cup knockouts
Pochettino made nine changes, while Christian Pulisic made a much-needed return to the pitch after missing last week's win with a calf issue
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Liverpool latest: Diomande focusing on World Cup rather than Leipzig future
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Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 19
Will you get today's World Cup player in as few attempts as possible?
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What is SkyJo? The card game being played in the England camp
As England try to get their game right on the pitch, the games they play off the field are performing a key role in team bonding - as Morgan Rogers reveals to BBC Sport.
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'Near-perfect game': former Socceroo Craig Foster praises Australia's Paraguay performance – video
Craig Foster thought the Socceroos played a 'near-perfect game' in their draw with Paraguay. 'Brilliant campaign, managed the game well today, and that’s important in World Cups,' the former Soccer…
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Tony Popovic vows Socceroos will ‘try and do something special’ in World Cup last 32
Goalless draw against Paraguay secures second place in Group D Australia have seven-day break before knockout game in Dallas Socceroos coach Tony Popovic is already focused on preparations for the …
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Turkey end World Cup on high with last-gasp win over USA
Turkey come out on top in the last minute of an end-to-end 3-2 win over a second string USA side, in their final Group D match at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
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USA suffer late defeat to Turkey but eye Bosnia and Herzegovina in World Cup knockout stage
The US men’s national team have already made history this summer. They scored the most goals they ever have in a single World Cup game, won two straight games in the tournament for the first time i…
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Australia through and Paraguay close following draw between sides
Australia sealed their passage to the last 32 and Paraguay are almost certain to join them after they shared a drab draw in San Francisco which suited both sides.
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From 42% to 5.26% - how Scotland's World Cup hopes are fading
Defeat against Brazil left Scotland in a precarious position, but little has gone their way since either.
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Turkey 3-2 USA: World Cup 2026 – as it happened
⚽️ Third-place table | Player guide | Tables | Questions for readers: 1. Who’s your favorite all-time Turkey player? Mine: Hakan Şükür, “the Bull of the Bosphorus.” Continue reading...
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USMNT World Cup Player Ratings: Sebastian Berhalter delivers big time; Christian Pulisic shines off bench
Here's how the Americans performed against Turkiye in a last-second 3-2 loss
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Paraguay 0-0 Australia: World Cup 2026 – as it happened
The Socceroos locked in their place in the last 32 as Group D runners-up while Paraguay finished third and face a nervous wait after a goalless draw Jonathan Liew considers the impact of this World…
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2026 FIFA World Cup Bracket: Where are teams seeded from the round of 32 and potential opponents?
The group stage is ending, who will teams face in the knockouts once they qualify?
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What each team need to reach World Cup knockouts
With the final round of group fixtures under way the path to the World Cup final on 19 July is starting to take shape.
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World Cup group standings, table, schedule: Results for USMNT, Argentina, Brazil and the entire 48-team field
The group stage standings will dictate which teams advance to the knockout round
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Fifa unites the world – in anger at hydration breaks (AKA ad breaks) | Barney Ronay
Fans, players and coaches have voiced their indignation at the way the game is massively altered by the four-quarter structure With 22 minutes gone on Tuesday night at Boston Stadium, and an injury…
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Wimbledon’s big talking points: Serena’s return, Sinner’s recovery and Sabalenka’s slump
All-time greats have questions to answer in SW19 while Raducanu and Draper have to show they can stay fit Serena Williams left it until the last minute to take the final available singles wildcard …
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Group winners USA beaten as Turkey restore pride with thrilling victory
Eliminated Turkey scored a 98th-minute winner to clinch a 3-2 victory over World Cup co-hosts USA, who will face Bosnia-Herzegovina in the round of 32.
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Australia progress with bore draw which looks set to also suit Paraguay
Australia are into the last 32 of the World Cup and Paraguay are well placed to join them after a 0-0 draw in San Francisco which suited both sides.
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Socceroos secure place in World Cup last 32 after nerve-shredding draw with Paraguay
It was not a match of high distinction, but all the Socceroos needed was a pass against Paraguay, and their 0-0 draw in San Francisco Bay Area stadium booked a place in the World Cup knockout phase…
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Brobbey on target again as Netherlands beat Tunisia to win group
Brian Brobbey scores for the second game in a row as Netherlands defeat Tunisia 3-1 to top Group F, setting up a match against Morocco in the last 32 at the World Cup.
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'A dream come true': Marina Mabrey ties WNBA single-game scoring record with 53 points as Tempo rout Sparks
Mabrey shot 17 of 28 overall, including 9 of 18 from 3-point range, tying the single-game 3-point record as well
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Fifa confirms rainbow flags to be allowed at Egypt v Iran World Cup ‘Pride Match’
LGBTQ+ festivities organised around match in Seattle Iran coach says he and his team are focused on football Iran and Egypt attempted to sidestep questions about their reluctance to take part in th…
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Toronto Tempo’s Marina Mabrey ties WNBA scoring record with 53 points
Mabrey erupts for record-tying 53 points Tempo cruise past Sparks in 125-97 romp Expansion Toronto return to .500 at 9-9 Marina Mabrey tied the WNBA’s single-game scoring record of 53 points behind…
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Japan and Sweden draw takes both into last 32
Daizen Maeda's smart finish to Japan's team goal is cancelled out by Anthony Elanga's long-range strike as Sweden fight back in a 1-1 draw that takes both sides through to the World Cup knockout st…
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Japan 1-1 Sweden: World Cup 2026 – as it happened
Anthony Elanga clinched Sweden’s place in the last 32 after Daizen Maeda put Japan ahead with a lovely goal “If I have my permutations correct,” begins James Humphries, “Japan battering Sweden woul…
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Japan and Sweden both reach World Cup last 32 after Elanga’s strike seals draw
Thank goodness this is Dallas and not Gijon . There was ultimately no disgrace in a draw that served everyone, even if one might have forgiven Graham Potter and Hajime Moriyasu for shaking hands at…
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USMNT World Cup bracket watch, matchups: United States set to face Bosnia in the round of 32
Though it's not officially locked in yet it's overwhelmingly likely that the USMNT know their round of 32 opponent
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Tunisia 1-3 Netherlands: World Cup 2026 – as it happened
⚽️ Kick-off time: 6pm local/7pm EDT/12am BST/9am AEST ⚽️ Third-place table | Player guide | Tables | Mail Bryan 1 min And off we go! The Netherlands kick off and they will attack from right to left…
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Netherlands power to win over Tunisia and set up last-32 meeting with Morocco
The Oranje bus had better get a move on. A comfortable victory over Tunisia after being sent on their way by a record-equalling 12th own goal of the tournament and further strikes from Brian Brobbe…
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Elanga earns Sweden spot in World Cup knockouts with Japan draw
Anthony Elanga's stunning equaliser booked Sweden's spot in the World Cup knockout stages after a 1-1 draw with Japan, who also go through as the second-placed team in Group F.
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Netherlands claim Group F top spot with win over Tunisia
Netherlands secured top spot in Group F with a comprehensive 3-1 win over Tunisia.
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'Oh my word!' - Elanga 'stunner' draws Sweden level
Anthony Elanga scores a brilliant curling effort from the edge of the area to draw Sweden level with Japan in their FIFA World Cup Group F match at Dallas Stadium.
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Paraguay vs. Australia odds, prediction, time: 2026 World Cup picks, best bets by expert on 18-8 roll
SportsLine's Martin Green reveals his Australia vs. Paraguay best bets for their FIFA World Cup 2026 match on Thursday
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USMNT vs. Turkiye odds, prediction, time: 2026 World Cup picks from expert on 21-12 roll
SportsLine's Jon Eimer reveals his USA vs. Turkiye best bets for the FIFA World Cup 2026 match on Thursday
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Beccacece goes from brink to World Cup history with Ecuador
Sebastian Beccacece was on the verge of losing his job as Ecuador head coach as the clock ticked down against Germany - now he has a last-32 match to look forward to.
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'We could call it racist' - Ivory Coast boss sad at Schweinsteiger comments
Ivory Coast boss Emerse Fae says comments from ex-Germany midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger about their "wild" playing style could be considered racist.
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Where to watch the World Cup on the BBC and ITV
All the TV and radio details for each of the 2026 World Cup group games.
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