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Ranking 10 stars who could be at their last World Cup
A number of the world's best players are likely playing in their last World Cup. Here's how I think they rank.
The sadness of Lionel Messi's last tango
Lionel Messi found himself surrounded.
Gravity is undefeated: Ja Morant’s spectacular fall back to Earth is complete
The guard was once touted as the future face of the NBA. Now, after off-court problems and injuries, he has been hustled out of the city that made him a starWhen Ja Morant jumps i…
Germany fans in need of hope as prospect of Klopp looms
As Germany again fail to progress at a World Cup BBC Sport looks at the fallout from their defeat by Paraguay and what happens next.
The Paraguay hero who sold his kit when his son was born
Orlando Gill has become Paraguay's World Cup hero but was in football obscurity 18 months ago and had to sell his kit to support his family after the premature birth of his son.
How Deschamps is making a team from France's squad of superstars
Why Didier Deschamps' willingness to tinker with his superstar squad could propel 2022 runners-up France to go one better in this World Cup.
Plan to expand Africa Cup of Nations from 24 to 28 teams is rejected
Executive committee member says it was ‘very bad idea’Caf says its aim is to make tournament world classA plan to expand the Africa Cup of Nations from 24 to 28 teams has been rej…
Arsenal poised - can Newcastle convince Guimaraes for a second time?
Bruno Guimaraes has been Newcastle United's leader, but Arsenal are lurking with intent and could soon try to prise him away. What happens next, and could he yet stay put?
Dissecting the Dream frontcourt struggles
As the WNBA approaches the All-Star break, most teams around the league are looking to solidify their player rotations and minutes distributions. For the Atlanta Dream, however, m…
Grading the Devin Carter trade, other free agency moves
Free agency technically kicks off later today, but there are already reports flying around about signings, trades, and option decisions all over social media. The Hawks have been …
Mackenzie Dern wants to tap out submission queen at UFC 330
Women's strawweight champion Mackenzie Dern puts her title on the line for the first time in the UFC 330 co-main event on Aug. 15 against No. 4 ranked Gillian Robertson. Stylistic…
Chelsea's George close to permanent Everton move
Everton close in on a deal to sign Chelsea winger Tyrique George following his loan spell.
Spurs sign Norway keeper Panengstuen from SK Brann
Norwegian international goalkeeper Selma Panengstuen says it is a "dream" move to join Women's Super League side Tottenham.
My World Cup memory: heartbreak in the exam hall for England v Brazil in 2002 – video
Where were you when Ronaldinho lobbed David Seaman in England’s quarter-final game against Brazil at the 2002 World Cup? Our head of newsletters, Toby Moses, was sitting in an exa…
Wilder next for Usyk? 'Fury chapter is closed'
Oleksandr Usyk has chosen to end his world title reign, but will fight once more before his expected retirement from the sport.
Pick Mainoo over Anderson against DR Congo - Rooney
Former England captain Wayne Rooney says he would start Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo instead of Elliot Anderson in Wednesday's World Cup last-32 tie with DR Congo.
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Germany and the Netherlands crash out as Humphrey Ker joins the pod.
US security chief 'danced happy dance' after Iran exit
The United States' head of homeland security says he "danced a happy dance" when Iran's elimination from the World Cup was confirmed.
From developing photos in a toilet to a viral Messi shot: 40 years shooting the World Cup – video
From taking the photo that became the most-liked post on Instagram as of recording, to developing film in the stadium toilets, legendary World Cup photographer Shaun Botterill spe…
'Indescribably hurt' Son apologises for South Korea World Cup exit
Son Heung-min apologises for South Korea's early World Cup exit and says he will "run to death" for the nation's football fans.
Panthers acquire Akira Schmid from Golden Knights
The Florida Panthers have acquired goaltender Akira Schmid from the Vegas Golden Knights for a third-round pick in the 2028 NHL Entry Draft. Schmid, 26, was 16-10-6 with a 2.59 go…
Which club's players have scored most WC goals? Arsenal join leaders
Which teams' players have scored the most goals at the World Cup so far?
'Pandor poised for Rangers as Butland heads for Hull' - gossip
Rangers are reportedly poised to sign Hull City goalkeeper Ivor Pandor, with Jack Butland moving in the opposite direction, as Aberdeen, Dundee, Dundee United and Motherwell are s…
Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 23
Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?