Benitez open to Scotland job - what would he bring and is he affordable?
Is Rafa Benitez a realistic contender to replace Steve Clarke as Scotland head coach or would the Spaniard's likely salary demands be an obvious stumbling block?
'It was good vibes in there' - Stones on viral prank
John Stones talks about the viral dressing-room injury prank that left England boss Thomas Tuchel briefly stunned.
Egypt’s World Cup ended in heartbreak but they gave the country reason to smile | Karim Zidan
For Egypt this World Cup was about more than football – it was the first glimpse of collective joy that Egyptians have enjoyed in 15 yearsFor nearly 15 minutes on Tuesday it seeme…
William McCrum: The Irishman who invented the penalty kick
This BBC Bitesize article explains the origins of the penalty kick, the story of the Irishman who invented it and when the first penalty was taken.
Inquest into Maddy Cusack’s death adjourned again after new documents lodged
Second time in 2026 that inquest has been adjournedSheffield United midfielder died in 2023, aged 27An inquest into the death of the Sheffield United midfielder Maddy Cusack has b…
The World Cup quarter-finals are here! Your guide to every tie
From 48, we're now down to just eight. The World Cup quarter-finals begin today - and we're one step closer to knowing who will lift the trophy on July 19.
McIlroy happy with 'complete performance' at Scottish Open
Rory McIlroy called his brilliant first-round score of 65 at the Genesis Scottish Open 'the complete performance', but insists he is not getting complacent as he looks to win his …
'Sack him' - Stokes reacts as ICC look into possible retirement video rule breach
Ben Stokes appears to have made light of the International Cricket Council (ICC) contacting the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) over a potential rule breach linked to his re…
France national team uses ICE deportation planes for World Cup travel
The plane that French team used after match with Paraguay flew 44 deportation-related flights this year aloneThe French men’s national soccer team, whose star Kylian Mbappé is one…
France’s match with Morocco sums up this diverse, multicultural World Cup
Ninety-nine players at the tournament were born in France. Six of them could line up for Morocco in the quarter-finalBy Get French Football NewsWhen Ayyoub Bouaddi steps on to the…
Location revealed for Man Utd's new 100,000-seater stadium
Manchester United have revealed the location for their proposed new 100,000 seater stadium.
Location revealed for Man Utd's new 100,000-seater stadium
Manchester United have revealed the location for their proposed new 100,000 seater stadium.
How do England stop Haaland and Norway's other threats?
Erling Haaland is one of the principle stars of this summer's World Cup. He is the headline act of Norway's surprise advances. On Saturday against England in Miami, it's he they w…
Forest latest: Jota Silva joins Olympiacos on loan
World Cup 2026: France v Morocco quarter-final buildup, Collina defends refereeing – live
⚽ All the latest as we look ahead to the quarter-finals⚽ Player guide | Bracketology| Golden Boot | Email usThe Guardian’s biggest brains have put them together as they ponder som…
Could Morocco become a football powerhouse?
Morocco face France in the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals on Thursday as the Atlas Lions look to reach the last four once again.
Noboody can question integrity of World Cup referees - Collina
World Cup officials are not "influenced by anyone" and "nobody can question the integrity" when it comes to decision-making, says Fifa chief refereeing officer Pierluigi Collina.
Olise yellow card stands as Saibari out for Morocco
France fail in their bid to have forward Michael Olise's yellow card overturned, while Morocco are without Ismael Saibari for the quarter-final at Boston Stadium.
World Cup quarter-final predictions: will anyone derail France? Some of our panel believe so …
With the World Cup down to eight teams, our writers assesses who’s left, identify the biggest remaining threats to France and make calls on who will lift the trophyLionel Messi. A…
Wilson delighted boss Bellamy staying with Wales
Captain Harry Wilson is delighted head coach Craig Bellamy is staying with Wales after talks about taking over at Burnley fell through.
Warping the World Cup: the rise of homespun ‘photographs’
Using a digital flat-bed scanner, our picture editor Jonny Weeks adapts some of his favourite images from the tournament and explores the trend of alternative photographyAlthough …
England’s big chances and France’s shots: how World Cup quarter-finalists’ stats line up
Each of the eight teams has at least one key strength, from Swiss speed to Spanish defenceThe World Cup has reached the quarter-final stage and the favourites to reach the last fo…
Team for now, not a squad for later – Spurs are spending big but what is it for? | Jonathan Liew
Tottenham’s strategies have changed over the years and this summer’s transfer splurge marks a sharp turn away from the Levy yearsA couple of weeks ago, Sotheby’s in London conclud…
‘Best player England has developed’: Olise’s rise from Hayes to the World Cup
One of the Bayern and France playmaker’s early coaches tells the story of how a move to Reading kickstarted a careerIf Michael Olise wins the World Cup, there will be a corner of …