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Friday, 12 June 2026

A new way to experience the World Cup - only on BBC Sport

Ever wanted to see a World Cup match from every angle? How about a full-pitch tactical view? Now you can on the BBC.

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Our sons are playing for two different countries at the World Cup

Jack and Heather Souttar are heading to the US to support their sons, who play for Scotland and Australia.

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Thursday, 11 June 2026

The Democrats fight back Trump-style in Maine… but have they messed up?

New scandals and allegations emerge against Democrat Graham Platner in Maine

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Wednesday, 10 June 2026

Hundreds of twitchers flock to see African bird in UK for first time

It is the first time the African bird has been recorded in the UK.

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Keane and Fernandes clear air after row over 'lie'

Roy Keane clears the air with Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes after he misquoted the Portuguese - which led to Fernandes accusing him of lying.

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Tuesday, 9 June 2026

Tickets for Iran fans revoked, says federation

Iran's football federation says its allocation of tickets for the group stage of the World Cup has been revoked just days before the tournament.

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The flag Iranians are not allowed to wave at the World Cup

Iran football fans living in Los Angeles explain why they want to wave Iran's pre-1979 Islamic revolution flag and dismiss the one that is on their team's shirt.

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Monday, 8 June 2026

Bellingham has fight to start for England - Tuchel

Jude Bellingham has a fight on his hands to feature in England's starting line-up at the World Cup, says manager Thomas Tuchel.

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Sunday, 7 June 2026

'Another one!' Tongue strikes early as England close in on victory

Josh Tongue makes an early breakthrough on day four for England as he traps New Zealand's Tom Blundell lbw for four on day four of the first Test at Lord's, with the tourists 58-6, chasing 254 to win.

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Lammy says he told JD Vance his Nowak comments were 'wrong'

Lammy says he told the US vice-president the teen's murder "has got nothing to do with mass migration".

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Huge crowds throng Madrid streets for Pope's open-air mass

The pontiff waved at those gathered from his popemobile as he arrived at the Plaza de Cibeles.

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Saturday, 6 June 2026

The pioneer in an unlikely World Cup team

When Desmond Armstrong faced the media at the World Cup in 1990, the first question he got was one that would stick in his mind for the wrong reasons.

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Man dies after bitten by shark in Western Australia, police say

The man was spearfishing off Michaelmas Island with his family, according to local reports.

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Friday, 5 June 2026

Shaw and Hasegawa on PFA women's award shortlist

Manchester City duo Khadija 'Bunny' Shaw and Yui Hasegawa are shortlisted for the Professional Footballers Association's Women's Player of the Year award.

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Thursday, 4 June 2026

Fifa bans fans from taking water bottles into World Cup stadiums

Fans will not be allowed to take reusable water bottles into World Cup stadiums due to safety concerns, Fifa says in a late policy change.

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Wednesday, 3 June 2026

Scott poised to make England debut in World Cup friendlies

Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott is poised to make his England debut in the forthcoming World Cup warm-up games in the United States.

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Foreign nationals among at least 21 killed in Delhi fire

Many victims were South Asians who had travelled to India for treatment or to accompany relatives.

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Tuesday, 2 June 2026

World Cup 2026: How to follow on the BBC

The biggest World Cup in history starts on 11 June and there are more ways to follow it on the BBC than ever before.

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Monday, 1 June 2026

Sooryavanshi, 15, wins car at IPL awards - but cannot drive it

Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi wins a car for his performances in the Indian Premier League - but the 15-year-old will have to wait three years to drive it.

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Sunday, 31 May 2026

Fletcher chosen to replace Gilmour in Scotland squad

Manchester United teenager Tyler Fletcher is a late replacement for the injured Billy Gilmour in Scotland's World Cup squad.

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Saturday, 30 May 2026

Liverpool sack head coach Slot

Liverpool sack head coach Arne Slot after two seasons in charge.

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Budapest police investigating fan brawl before Champions League final

Police in Budapest have made arrests and are studying CCTV footage to identify supporters fighting before Saturday's Champions League final between Arsenal and Paris St-Germain.

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Four more men freed from flooded Laos cave

The first of the five men was rescued on Friday after flash-flooding cut the men off from an exit

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Friday, 29 May 2026

'Cousin Amir opened doors, now it's my time' - Abdul Khan

Abdul Khan tells BBC Sport about learning from his cousin Amir, a former world champion, and his ambitions to reach the pinnacle of the sport.

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Thursday, 28 May 2026

The 7,000 minutes difference - why PSG could have edge over Arsenal

Why Paris St-Germain will be going into Saturday's Champions League final against Arsenal with one advantage.

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Wednesday, 27 May 2026

Nuno to stay as West Ham boss after relegation

Nuno Espirito Santo will stay on as West Ham manager to lead their fight to get back to the Premier League at the first attempt, the club says.

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Tuesday, 26 May 2026

'He showed why good managers need time' - who are this season's over-achievers?

Tony Pulis explains which Premier League managers have impressed him this season and, down the divisions, who else stands out.

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Monday, 25 May 2026

Sun, superstars and other takeaways from Radio 1's Big Weekend

Olivia Dean, Zara Larsson and Fatboy Slim topped the bill - but it wasn't all about the music.

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Premier League predictions - how accurate were BBC Sport pundits?

Last summer, 33 BBC pundits - plus AI and Opta's 'supercomputer' were asked to pick which teams would finish in the Premier League's top four, and in which order. How did they get on?

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Sunday, 24 May 2026

Usyk earns controversial knockout win to retain titles

Watch highlights as Oleksandr Usyk beats Rico Verhoeven to retain his world heavyweight titles in Egypt following a controversial 11th-round stoppage.

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Bordeaux inspired by McIlroy's Masters feat

From Rory McIlroy to mentality, Bordeaux are leading a golden era as France complete a Six Nations, Champions Cup and Challenge Cup clean sweep.

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Saturday, 23 May 2026

Fernandes named Premier League player of season

Midfielder Bruno Fernandes becomes the first Manchester United player to win the award since Nemanja Vidic in 2011.

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E-scooter and officer collide near Buckingham Palace

Two men were taken to a major trauma centre and the area around the palace gates was cordoned off.

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Robertson, Dalglish and a special connection between Liverpool and Scotland

Scotland captain Andy Robertson speaks to Kelly Cates and her father Sir Kenny Dalglish before his last game for Liverpool.

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Friday, 22 May 2026

Slot refuses to confirm Salah selected for final game

Arne Slot refuses to confirm whether Mohamed Salah will play a part at Anfield on Sunday, in what would be his last appearance for Liverpool.

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Thursday, 21 May 2026

Nvidia's record result fails to impress investors

The chip giant reported more stellar results but its shares fell after-hours as investors wonder if it can keep up its pace of growth amid greater competition.

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Wednesday, 20 May 2026

US groups urge investigation into child safety and spending on Roblox

Roblox said it had "clear policies" banning actual and simulated gambling, as well as rules governing paid random items.

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Emery denies Euro king talk but Villa boss could be crowned again

Aston Villa are aiming to end a 30-year trophy drought in Istanbul on Wednesday.

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Tuesday, 19 May 2026

Man City set to replace Guardiola with Maresca

Enzo Maresca is set to replace Pep Guardiola as Manchester City manager before next season.

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Monday, 18 May 2026

'Embarrassing Bristol defeat not a great look for the Prem'

Northampton's 94-33 demolition of Bristol was not what most neutral fans wanted, writes rugby union correspondent Chris Jones.

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Sunday, 17 May 2026

Probe over claims royal police officers slept on duty

Officers protecting the Royal Family in Berkshire investigated over allegations of sleeping on duty.

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Saturday Night Live UK met a sceptical crowd - but has it won them over?

Many predicted a transatlantic SNL would crash and burn - but as its run comes to a close, the consensus from fans and critics has been mostly positive.

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Man drives car into pedestrians in Italy, injuring eight

Eight people were injured, four seriously, before passers-by gave chase and stopped the man.

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Saturday, 16 May 2026

Man Utd reach agreement to appoint Carrick manager

Manchester United reach an agreement with Michael Carrick to become the club's permanent head coach.

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The race to replace Starmer is on - but he still faces a momentous choice

Labour is consumed by drama, but the PM still faces big decisions - and what could be his final choice.

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Call for more meningitis vaccines after teen dies

Head of Meningitis Now wants to see a wider rollout after Oxfordshire sixth-form pupil's death.

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Friday, 15 May 2026

Beckham becomes UK's first billionaire sportsman

Former England captain Sir David Beckham becomes the UK's first billionaire sportsman in the 2026 Sunday Times Rich List.

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Thursday, 14 May 2026

Streeting hails NHS progress as key hospital waiting time milestone met

Government his its interim target of 65% of patients in England being treated within 18 weeks.

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Hall, 18, becomes youngest to score MLS hat-trick

Forward Julian Hall makes MLS history by becoming the youngest player to score a hat-trick in Red Bull New York's win over Columbus Crew.

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Wednesday, 13 May 2026

Raducanu to make return with wildcard in Strasbourg

Emma Raducanu will make her return to action in Strasbourg after being granted a wildcard, as she seeks crucial match practice before the French Open.

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A new way to experience the World Cup - only on BBC Sport

Ever wanted to see a World Cup match from every angle? How about a full-pitch tactical view? Now you can on the BBC. from BBC News https:/...