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Los Angeles / Tuesday, 16 June / 02:00 I read an amazing stat about New Zealand, which is that they only have around 60 professional footballers across the world. As a nation, just by getting to this World Cup they are punching well above their weight, and it would be …

Ipswich Town announce that Kieran McKenna will step down as manager and leave the club this summer. Source link

The World Cup is here and BBC Sport will be keeping you up to date on all the action in the United States, Canada and Mexico. From live TV coverage to highlights, analysis and reaction, our dedicated team will ensure you don’t miss a kick from the biggest World Cup …

This is the single biggest claim made by one club against another in Premier League history. Four years on from being deducted points for breaching PSR rules, Everton continue to be punished for those indiscretions. There is a feeling that the latest ruling makes it a triple jeopardy for one …

Former United States defender Marcelo Balboa says his country are not totally reliant on AC Milan star Christian Pulisic as the co-hosts prepare for their opening game of the World Cup. Source link

Fixing timewasting has been one of Collina’s top issues for quite a few years. At the Qatar World Cup in 2022, the Italian told his officials to be precise and add everything on to stoppage time. The opening matches all exceeded 100 minutes, with 24 minutes added on across both …

When one of the most prestigious clubs in the world are after you, it usually proves too difficult to resist. Alvarez’s former City team-mate Rodri said in March that “you can’t turn down the best clubs in the world” in referencing a potential move to Real, despite previously playing for …

Available for 29 days Mark Chapman is joined by Conor Coady, Chris Sutton and Adam Crafton as they discuss the changes to the rules at the FIFA World Cup 2026 with the BBC’s Football Issues Correspondent, Dale Johnson. They delve into how players will be stopped from going to the …

“I would make social media and the internet much more accountable,” said Owen. “With social media, and particularly X, it’s a free for all and it is destroying people. “We have seen examples where women have reached the peak of their careers in sport and then they will be absolutely …

“I would make social media and the internet much more accountable,” said Owen. “With social media, and particularly X, it’s a free for all and it is destroying people. “We have seen examples where women have reached the peak of their careers in sport and then they will be absolutely …

Available for over a year USA, Canada and Mexico are co-hosting the biggest ever World Cup, but which nation will go furthest in the tournament? The BBC’s Mani Djazmi is joined by CONCACAF football expert Jon Arnold to assess the co-hosts chances. We also hear from Canada manager Jesse Marsch, …

Artan, who was named the Confederation of African Football (Caf) men’s referee of the year in 2025, was one of 52 referees selected for the tournament. However, his “dream” came crashing down as he attempted to travel to the on-pitch officials’ base in Florida, with Artan telling the New York …

Available for 29 days Ahead of the opener against Haiti, Kenny Macintyre is joined by Andy Halliday and Tony Docherty to ask the big questions. Who should start at the back, and which centre‑half partnership gives Scotland the best chance? Is the 4‑4‑2 now the system to stick with – …

Roy Keane has cleared the air with Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes, with the pair having a “lovely chat” after he misquoted the Portuguese – which led to Fernandes accusing him of lying. Former Republic of Ireland midfielder Keane also implied Fernandes was prioritising individual accolades over the team’s success. …

“Rob brings with him a wealth of experience, knowledge, professionalism and a deep understanding of the game at both the professional and elite levels,” Hornchurch chief executive Mark Hammond told the club website., external “His reputation within football speaks for itself, and we are excited to have someone of his …

18 June, Seville. (Narey 18) Scotland 1-4 Brazil (Zico 33, Oscar 48, Eder 63, Falcao 87) Wark: “It’s incredible to think that Brazil team didn’t win the World Cup. “The heat didn’t help. During the anthems, the sweat was lashing off us, then I looked along their line. Not a …

Experienced Tottenham Hotspur defender Ben Davies has signed a new one-year contract until the end of next season. Davies’ current deal was due to expire at the end of the month and he was set to leave the club. The 33-year-old Wales international, who joined Spurs from Swansea in July …

Rob Warner created Italy’s royal blue kit in which they lifted the trophy in 2006. Source link

Rangers have shown concrete interest in right-back Bryan Reynolds and Westerlo are open to a transfer because his contract expires next year, although they do hope to earn a windfall from the 24-year-old’s potential sale. (Nieuwsblad), external United States international Reynolds, who missed out on their World Cup squad, is …

Welcome to our brand new Who am I? game. The rules are simple. Each day there’s a new footballer and the challenge is to guess who they are in as few attempts as possible. After each wrong guess you unlock a new clue. Guess the answer after as few clues …