Jhon Arias goal sends Colombia into last 16 as Ghana bow out of World Cup
Ghana can only have feared the worst when Luis Suárez’s number came up in the seventh minute. A day on from the 16th anniversary of one of the most infamous episodes in World Cup …
Farewell Cape Verde - the underdogs the World Cup will never forget
Cape Verde may have been the World Cup's smallest nation but they leave the largest impact as they depart following defeat by defending champions Argentina in an epic.
Argentina overcome Cape Verde in extra-time thriller
Argentina overcome a huge scare as they beat Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time thanks to a deflected header from Cristian Romero to advance to the last 16.
Five and a half hours that left England's World Cup tie in chaos
For several hours on Friday, no-one seemed to know when England's World Cup last-16 match against co-hosts Mexico would kick off. BBC Sport tells how a story of confusion and ange…
Cape Verde threaten shock for the ages before Argentina break hearts in World Cup classic
What a game, what a series of moments, what a display of spirit and skill from Cape Verde, a tiny island nation with a far-flung diaspora team, who took Argentina right to the bri…
'What a strike!' - Cabral hits brilliant goal to draw Cape Verde level in extra time
Sidny Cabral scores an incredible goal in extra time for Cape Verde as they equalise for a second time against Argentina.
Martinez restores Argentina's lead against Cape Verde
Lisandro Martinez restores Argentina's lead against Cape Verde in the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup.
Argentina stunned as Duarte equalises for Cape Verde
Deroy Duarte stuns Argentina as he equalises for Cape Verde during their World Cup round of 32 match in Miami.
'Sensational' Messi finish gives Argentina the lead
Lionel Messi hits Argentina's opening goal against Cape Verde with a "sensational" finish in Miami, as he scores in an eighth consecutive World Cup game.
Rice likely to be available for England v Mexico
Declan Rice is likely to be available to start England's World Cup tie against Mexico despite an ongoing injury issue.
Watch the full shootout as Egypt hold nerve to make World Cup last 16
Egypt defeat Australia on penalties to claim their first ever win in the World Cup knockout stage, and make it through to the last 16.
Egypt into last 16 after shootout victory against Australia
Egypt defeated Australia on penalties to claim their first ever win in the World Cup knockout stage and set up a last-16 tie with either Argentina or Cape Verde.
'I decided last minute!' - Salah on Panenka penalty
Mo Salah explains it was a last-minute decision to "Panenka" his penalty for Egypt after they beat Australia in a shootout to progress to the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup.
'History for the Pharaohs' - Egypt celebrate after winning shootout
Egypt celebrate as they win a World Cup knockout match for the first time after beating Australia 4-2 on penalties in Dallas to reach the last 16.
Egypt reach World Cup last 16 in shootout as Australia’s goalkeeper gamble backfires
Hossam Abdelmaguid puffed out his cheeks, began his run up with exaggerated slowness, checked and then, as Mat Ryan fell to his left, put the ball to his right. Harry Souttar and …
Liverpool open to Van Dijk offers - Saturday's gossip
Virgil van Dijk's Liverpool future appears a little uncertain with the club prepared to listen to offers for him, Fulham keen on West Ham winger Crysencio Summerville while Inter …
Chelsea sign Japan midfielder Matsukubo
Chelsea sign Japan international Manaka Matsukubo on a five-year contract from North Carolina Courage.
England v Mexico could move earlier because of storm threat
England's World Cup last-16 tie with Mexico could be moved to earlier on Sunday because of the threat of storms.
Ashour heads Egypt into lead against Australia
Emam Ashour heads Egypt into the lead against Australia in their 2026 World Cup round of 32 match in Dallas.
Xhaka set to stay at Sunderland despite Chelsea interest
Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka is set to stay at the club this summer, despite interest from Chelsea.
My Mexico 1986 memories of Maradona, the Azteca and a commentary faux pas | David Pleat
Working at the 1986 World Cup match was unforgettable thanks to the most controversial goal in history and then the best I have seen liveWhen I took my first television work with …
Ex-Spurs boss Postecoglou takes over at Ronaldo's Al-Nassr
Former Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou is appointed the new head coach of Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League.
Ange Postecoglou to manage Cristiano Ronaldo after landing Al-Nassr job
Former Tottenham manager signs two-year contractAl-Nassr won the Saudi Pro League last seasonAnge Postecoglou has been appointed as the new head coach of the Saudi Pro League cham…
The friends who drove from Ghana to the World Cup
Six fans of the Black Stars are living proof of how football can drive supporters to extreme lengths to follow their team.