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Lionel Messi penalized for striking rival in MLS match
Lionel Messi is fined by Major League Soccer after slapping Philadelphia Union's Quinn during Inter Miami's draw on Wednesday.
Kevin Ellison discusses mental health and playing into his late 40s
Striker Kevin Ellison, who once signed for Premier League Leicester City, opens up about playing at 47 - and why it's important to talk about mental health.
Coventry's Premier League Comeback Begins with Challenging Arsenal Defeat
Twenty-five years, 94 days and countless twists later, Coventry City have started life back in the Premier League, but it was a tough baptism of fire with a 3-0 loss at defending champions Arsenal.
Confident Arsenal Set Sights on Another Premier League Triumph
Arsenal started last season as nearly men but their title win has given them a swagger - as Coventry discovered on the Premier League's opening night.
Lampard commends Coventry's bravery despite Arsenal loss
Coventry City manager Frank Lampard shares his thoughts on his side's 3-0 defeat by Arsenal in their first game back in the Premier League since 2001.
Arteta Praises Arsenal's Strong Start with Convincing Victory
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta gives his thoughts on his side's 3-0 win over Coventry City in the opening game of the Premier League season.
Wigan Warriors secure top spot with victory over Wakefield Trinity
Jai Field scores a length-of-the-field try to help send Wigan Warriors top of the Super League table with a hard-fought win against Wakefield Trinity.
Arsenal cruise past Coventry in Premier League opener
Goals from Kai Havertz, Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard give champions Arsenal a comfortable 3-0 win over newcomers Coventry City, in the opening game of the Premier League campaign at the Emirates Stadium.
Tzolis Impresses in First Premier League Match Against Arsenal
How Arsenal and Coventry's players rated following their Premier League match.
Tzolis Impresses as Arsenal Face Coventry in Season Opener
How Arsenal and Coventry's players rated following their Premier League match.
Hunt claims runner-up spot in thrilling Diamond League 200m
Amy Hunt follows up her extraordinary week at the European Championships with a second-placed finish in the women's 200m at the Diamond League in Lausanne behind Kayla White.
Usain Bolt joins Manchester Sunday league veterans' football team
Eight-time Olympic champion sprinter Usain Bolt has registered to play for a veterans' Sunday league football team in Manchester.
Unconventional Pre-Season Strategies Shine in Women's Super League 2
BBC Sport looks into some of the unique ways Women's Super League 2 clubs have been preparing during pre-season.
Gyokeres Reflects on Key Role in Arsenal's Title Triumph
Striker Viktor Gyokeres says he is proud of his contribution to Arsenal last season as they begin the defence of their Premier League title at home to his former side Coventry City on Friday.
Sutton's opening weekend predictions v Courteeners frontman Liam Fray
BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on Courteeners frontman Liam Fray, plus the BBC readers and AI with his predictions for the fixtures on the opening weekend of the new Premier League season.
Rangers grind out hard-fought win over Jablonec in Europe clash
Rangers beat Jablonec in the first leg of their Conference League play-off, but it wasn't a pretty watch, writes Tom English.
Hull owner hits out at pundits over 'laughable' criticism
Hull City owner Acun Ilicali criticises pundits Joe Cole and Carlton Cole after they mock his side's chances of Premier League survival on a podcast.
Why first 10 days of new season could tell us a lot about Man Utd
The first 10 days of the new Premier League season could tell us a lot about what lies ahead for Manchester United.
Why Arsenal Eyes Konsa Despite Packed Defensive Lineup
Arsenal have already spent more than £100m this summer as they look to defend their Premier League title - so why do they want Ezri Konsa as well?
Kevin Walters to Lead St Helens as New Head Coach
Kevin Walters will leave Australia after next month's Rugby League World Cup to take up a three-year deal with St Helens in Super League.
Examining the Scarcity of African Athletes in Women's Super League
BBC Sport explores why there are so few African players in the Women's Super League.
Who am I? Guess Premier League star No 31
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BBC pundits forecast Premier League's 2026-27 top four finishers
We ask 26 BBC Sport football pundits to predict who will win the 2026-27 Premier League title, and which clubs will finish in the top four.
Celtic's Ambition Questioned Amid Duran's Promising Arrival
Now that the Champions League money may be nigh, we will get to see the scale of Celtic's ambition, asks Tom English?
Celtic and LASK headline Champions League play-off first legs
Featuring Celtic v LASK and six more matches
Celtic take the lead through Nygren's 'magnificent' strike
Celtic take the lead in their Champions League play-off first leg against LASK, as Benjamin Nygren finds the top corner in spectacular fashion from outside of the box.
Duran's incredible double edges Celtic closer to Champions League
Camilo Duran scores two excellent goals for Celtic in the first leg of their Champions League play-off against Austria's LASK, finding the top corner with a volley and curling an effort past Lukas Jungwirth in the visitors' goal.
When Wagering Meets Youth Baseball: The Risks of Betting on Little League
Have we tried turning off society and turning it back on again?
Cliftonville 'not a plaything for TIG' - Devine
New Cliftonville director Conor Devine says Champions League nights at Solitude are "not too far away" after the Toronto Investment Group‘s takeover of the club.
To the well and back - how Malaga returned to La Liga
After tumbling from the Champions League to the depths of Spain's semi-professional third tier, Malaga are back in La Liga after almost a decade away.
I won FPL last season - here are my five best tips
Want to win your Fantasy Premier League mini-league but need some expert advice? Here are some tips from last season's champion Erik Ibsen.
Carrick's Tactical Plans for Man Utd's Premier League Start
As Manchester United prepare to start the new Premier League season at Hull on Saturday, BBC Sport examines how Michael Carrick's team will set up tactically.
Who am I? Guess Premier League star No 30
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How will your club fare? Phil McNulty's Premier League predictions
How will your club fare in the 2026-27 Premier League? BBC chief football writer Phil McNulty makes his annual predictions.
Williams scores in Warrington's victory at Hull KR
Captain George Williams scores one of Warrington's six tries in their Super League victory against reigning champions Hull KR.
New Celtic signings unlikely before LASK tie but O'Neill happy for Hatate to stay
Celtic manager Martin O'Neill does not anticipate any new arrivals before Wednesday's Champions League play-off first leg at home to LASK and insists he would be happy for Reo Hatate to stay.
Joe Hart weighs in on top Premier League storylines
The former Manchester City and England goalkeeper believes Enzo Maresca will be given time to build.
Is Haaland worth the price? Pick Rogers or Palmer? Five key FPL questions
BBC Sport's team of Fantasy Premier League experts debate some of the new season's big talking points to help you select your team before Friday's deadline.
£2.14bn and counting - why Premier League spending could set new record
Premier League clubs have spent £2.14bn this summer, with huge sums moving between top-flight rivals. BBC Sport examines the possibility of a new spending record.
Why captain Tierney stayed as relegated Leicester look to rebuild
When Leicester City were relegated from the Women's Super League in May, it was the catalyst for a mass exodus from the club. But Sam Tierney stayed.
Rangers host Celtic in League Cup quarter-finals
Rangers will host Celtic in the Premier Sports Cup quarter-finals with Kilmarnock v Aberdeen the other all top-flight tie.
Odegaard's importance, Anderson and Foden struggle - how the players rated
How Arsenal and Man City's players rated following the Premier League champions' comfortable 3-0 victory over the FA Cup winners in the Community Shield.
Who am I? Guess Premier League star No 27
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How important is Community Shield to a team's season?
Premier League champions Arsenal take on FA Cup winners Manchester City in Sunday's Community Shield - but would winning suggest a successful season ahead?
Strong favourites or tougher task - will Arsenal defend their title?
Arsenal begin this season as Premier League champions but just how difficult is it to defend the league title, and how well equipped as they for the challenge?
McInnes says Rangers Have Funds Ready for Needed Reinforcements
Rangers need "a wee bit of help" and have money to spend to get it despite dropping out of the Europa League, says manager Derek McInnes.
Premier League clubs looking to EFL for next Semenyo & Eze
Premier League clubs are continuing to recruit young players from EFL and Scottish academies for their U21 and B-team squads.
Who am I? Guess Premier League star No 26
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Castleford shrug off coach problems to beat Hull
Castleford Tigers put their coaching problems aside as they beat Hull FC at the MKM Stadium to record only their third Super League away win of the season.
Free agent Sancho favours move abroad
Free agent Jadon Sancho is believed to prefer a move abroad despite receiving offers from Premier League clubs.
Shakhtar seeks Stamford Bridge venue for Champions League home fixtures
Ukrainian club Shakhtar Donetsk want to play their Champions League home games at Chelsea's Stamford Bridge this season.
Titans & underdogs - League One club-by-club preview
BBC Sport correspondents assess the strengths and weaknesses of all 24 teams competing in League One this season.
Man City must act like champions as WSL rivals grow stronger
Manchester City have bolstered their squad this summer - but will they have enough to defend their Women's Super League crown?
Who to pick, who to avoid - your team's FPL assets analysed
Our team of FPL experts assess the best and worst picks for 2026-27 from each of the 20 Premier League teams.
Who am I? Guess Premier League star No 25
Work out the identity of today's player in as few attempts as possible.
The level-headed Swede orchestrating magic with Motherwell
Alfred Johansson's impressive early work at Motherwell continues with a place in the Conference League play-offs - but don't expect the Swede to get carried away.
What's going wrong for Rangers and McInnes?
After Rangers' Europa League qualifying defeat by Jagellonia Bialystok, what is going wrong for new manager Derek McInnes and his side so far this season?
Man City's Reijnders set for £52m Saudi move
Manchester City midfielder Tijjani Reijnders is set to leave following a year at the club after a £52m move was agreed with Saudi Pro-League side Al-Qadsiah.
Berrington & Robertson star as Scotland crush Canada
Captain Richie Berrington and debutant Lyle Robertson star as Scotland enjoy a thumping 170-run World Cup League 2 victory over Canada at Forthill.
Tielemans Issues Apology to Villa Supporters Over Manchester United Comment
Youri Tielemans apologises to Aston Villa fans after suggesting he had moved to a bigger club in Premier League rivals Manchester United.
Critical former referees add to culture of fear, says retiring Taylor
Retiring Premier League referee Anthony Taylor says his decision to quit was partly due to the toxic debate around officials.
Fulham leave pitch as Malaga take penalty into empty net
Fulham's pre-season friendly against Malaga ends in chaotic fashion as the Premier League side leave the pitch before a penalty shootout.
Will Sunderland Silence Premier League Critics Once More?
Sunderland were one of the stories of the 2025-26 Premier League season - but can they do it again this time around, with added European commitments?
Can Sunderland Overcome Relegation Predictions Amid European Challenges?
Sunderland were one of the stories of the 2025-26 Premier League season - but can they do it again this time around, with added European commitments?
Who am I? Guess Premier League star No 24
Work out the identity of today's player in as few attempts as possible.
Can You Identify Premier League Player Number 23?
Work out the identity of today's player in as few attempts as possible.