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Portugal through to last 16 after dramatic victory over Croatia

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Portugal beat Croatia 2-1 with goals from Cristiano Ronaldo and Goncalo Ramos after a chaotic second-half in Toronto to set up a last 16 tie with Iberian rivals Spain.

Late VAR drama as Portugal beat Croatia to keep Ronaldo's World Cup dreams alive

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Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup dreams were kept alive in controversial fashion as he helped his Portugal side fight back from a goal down to beat Croatia 2-1 and set up a mouth-watering last-16 tie with Spain.

Victorious Portugal pay emotional tribute to Jota

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One year after his death, Portugal are using Diogo Jota's memory to help inspire them at the 2026 World Cup.

Mendoza, Love, Reese and more: Checking in on ever...

Ahead of training camp, our NFL Nation reporters weigh in on how the 2026 draft class has looked.

Ronaldo levels from penalty spot for Portugal

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Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo draws his side level from the penalty spot against Croatia during their round of 32 game in Toronto.

Late VAR drama as Croatia denied equaliser

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Josko Gvardiol's stoppage-time goal is ruled out for offside after a VAR review, denying Croatia an equaliser against Portugal in their World Cup knockout match in Toronto.

Ronaldo has equaliser ruled out for offside

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Cristiano Ronaldo has an equalising goal ruled out for offside during Portugal's round of 32 game with Croatia in Toronto.

'Nervous' Sciver-Brunt revels as 'close to complete' England reach home final

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Nat Sciver-Brunt was delighted to be able to overcome pre-match nerves and guide England to the Women’s T20 World Cup final with a ‘close to complete’ 40-run victory over South Africa.

The one club man who is Spain's under-the-radar hero

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Mikel Oyarzabal is perhaps not the biggest name in Spain's World Cup squad, but the one who has so far shone brightest.

'Premier League goalkeepers will be throwing food at TV'

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Joe Hart analyses the decision to rule out Marc Cucurella's goal against Austria for a foul on Austrian goalkeeper Alexander Schlager during their last-32 game in Los Angeles, with Hart believing the decision was soft.

England-Mexico one of four last-16 ties live on BBC TV

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England's meeting with Mexico is one of four World Cup last-16 matches to be broadcast live on BBC One, BBC iPlayer and across BBC Sport.

Papers: Man City set to beat Arsenal to teenage winger signing

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The top stories and transfer rumours from Friday's newspapers...

Spain ease past Austria and are growing into this World Cup

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Spain eased into the round of 16 of the World Cup with a comfortable 3-0 win over Austria in Los Angeles.

Where to watch the World Cup on the BBC and ITV

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All the TV and radio details for each of the 2026 World Cup knockout games.

'He's been really good' - Oyarzabal nets twice for Spain

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Mikel Oyarzabal scores twice for Spain as they beat Austria 3-0 in Los Angeles to advance to the last 16.

Oyarzabal scores twice as Spain cruise past Austria

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Mikel Oyarzabal scores in each half to help Spain beat Austria 3-0 in their World Cup last-32 match in Los Angeles.

Sciver-Brunt stars as England beat South Africa to reach T20 World Cup final

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England are through to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup final for the first time in eight years after an impressive 40-run victory over South Africa at The Kia Oval.

Fery last Brit standing at Wimbledon as three more players bow out

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British tennis player Arthur Fery became the last British singles player standing after Katie Swan, Jacob Fearnley and Jan Choinski all bowed out at Wimbledon on Thursday.

Jay-Z, Kevin Durant, Tom Brady top attendees at Mi...

Some of the biggest names in the sports world partied with Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin at his annual "White Party."

Maddy Cusack's coach her 'nemesis', mum tells inquest

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Cusack would still be alive if the coach of the women's team had not been employed, her mother says.

Tuchel wants young England fans to stay up for 1am World Cup clash - but should they?

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England's must-win match against Mexico kicks off at 01:00 BST on Monday - disco naps and spoiler-free recaps may be needed.

Man Utd ready for Baleba move - Friday gossip

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Manchester United want Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba, Arsenal are keen on Aston Villa favourite Ezri Konsa and Bruno Guimaraes, and is Mason Greenwood heading to Madrid?

'It had been coming' - Oyarzabal puts Spain ahead

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Mikel Oyarzabal gives Spain the lead against Austria, during their World Cup round of 32 match in Los Angeles.

'Spain are furious' - Cucurella has goal ruled out

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Marc Cucurella sees his goal ruled out for a foul on Austrian goalkeeper Alexander Schlager during their round of 32 game in Los Angeles.

'He ended up in Preston!' - Murphy gives update on Bob the cat

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BBC commentator Danny Murphy provides an update on the fate of his cat Bob.

Boycott of Israel games would cause 'significant and lasting harm' - FAI

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The Football Association of Ireland says any boycott of the Republic of Ireland's Nations League games against Israel in the autumn would have potentially extensive repercussions.

Cusack ‘would still be alive if coach did not join Sheff Utd’, inquest told

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Former Sheffield United player Maddy Cusack would still be alive if the coach of the women's team had not been employed by the club, her mother has told an inquest.

Secret location & sleep devices: England bid to combat noisy Mexico fans

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England are taking precautions to ensure boisterous locals do not disrupt their preparations in Mexico.

'I won't stop until we get there!' - Hamilton makes eighth title promise to fans

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Lewis Hamilton has promised the Silverstone crowd he "won't stop until we get there" in pursuit of a record eighth world title in Formula 1 ahead of this weekend's British Grand Prix.

Pubs allowed to stay open until 5am for England's World Cup clash vs Mexico

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England are through to the last-16 of the 2026 World Cup - but their clash against Mexico will not kick-off until 1am UK time.

Antonelli: I still have momentum in title battle with Russell

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Kimi Antonelli still believes he has momentum in the title race against Mercedes team-mate George Russell, despite losing ground in the last two races.

The growing appeal of Scottish Premiership talent

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BBC Scotland looks at the reasons why Scottish top-flight players could be becoming more attractive propositions.

Glasner poised for Forest job as Pereira exits

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Vitor Pereira has left Nottingham Forest with the club poised to appoint former Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner as his successor.

Mickelson's representatives refute allegations of inappropriate behaviour

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Six-time major champion Phil Mickelson's representatives have described allegations of inappropriate behaviour levelled at him as an "anonymously sourced drive-by shooting".

Norris: A good thing if Verstappen wants to join McLaren

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Lando Norris says it would be "a good thing" if rival Max Verstappen wanted to leave Red Bull to join him at McLaren.

FGR team closure 'sends message women not valued'

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Former Forest Green Rovers women's captain Hattie Jones says the closure of the team suggests female football is not valued.

Pubs allowed to stay open until 5am for England Mexico match

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The government had initially said it would not relax licensing laws further for the World Cup.

Why Spurs' statement spending appears set to continue

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Tottenham are set to break their record transfer for the second time in a matter of days with the club's impressive performance off the field allowing greater flexibility for investment into the first-team squad.

Wimbledon order of play: Djokovic, Sabalenka and Sinner in action on Friday

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Take a look at Friday's singles Order of Play in the Wimbledon Championships at the All England Club.

McInnes Q&A on transfer targets, new signings, Ferguson interest & more!

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Rangers manager Derek McInnes says the club are working on making more summer signings after adding five players in the opening weeks of the transfer window.

Will there be a bank holiday for England's next game?

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England are through to the last-16 of the 2026 World Cup - but their clash against Mexico will not kick-off until 1am UK time.

'I spent $6,000 on a World Cup trip but was left stranded at the gate'

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Hundreds of fans who bought World Cup tickets on resale site StubHub say they have had them cancelled at the last minute.

Sporting director Hughes set to leave Liverpool next year

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Richard Hughes is overseeing Liverpool's current transfer window, but is expected to exit the club next summer.

Premier League clubs interested in Japan's Nakamura

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Japan winger Keito Nakamura is keen to move to the Premier League this summer after attracting interest from several clubs, following his impressive World Cup performances.

Why Spurs' seismic spending appears set to continue

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Tottenham are set to break their record transfer for the second time in a matter of days with the club's impressive performance off the field allowing greater flexibility for investment into the first-team squad.

How to survive England's 1am World Cup tie with Mexico...

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England face Mexico for a place in the World Cup quarter-finals, but with the tie not kicking off until 1am UK time on Monday, we have a handy guide for you on how best to prep for the early-morning start.

Soumillon ruled to aided Gstaad at Royal Ascot but ban reduced on appeal

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Christophe Soumillon has been partially successful in his appeal against the eight-day suspension handed out by the stewards at Royal Ascot following his ride on Puerto Rico in the St James’s Palace Stakes, having it reduced to five.

Hollie Doyle blog: Ballydoyle to dominate the Coral Eclipse

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Our ambassador Hollie Doyle reveals her thoughts on the key races at Sandown and Newmarket on Saturday, including the Coral-Eclipse – live on Sky Sports Racing - and highlights her horses to follow on a Classic weekend in Ireland.

Buzz: Why Loveland has the highest ceiling in Chic...

Rome Odunze? Luther Burden III? Here's why Colston Loveland is the most important Bears' pass-catcher.

Former Arsenal midfielder Cazorla retires at 41

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Former Arsenal midfielder Santi Cazorla retires from playing at the age of 41.

Uefa will not use red cards for players who cover mouth

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Players who cover their mouths in confrontations with opponents will not be shown red cards in Uefa competitions.

Government may now allow pubs to extend hours for 1am England clash

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The government had initially said it would not relax licensing laws further than they already have been for the World Cup.

McInnes biggest factor in McCrorie's Rangers return

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Ross McCrorie is adamant Derek McInnes has the qualities to be a success at Rangers, saying the manager was the number one reason he turned down offers to remain in England for a return to Ibrox.