Friday · August 21, 2026 Vol. I · No. 232
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The Opener: Holmes, deGrom, Misiorowski/Sale Latvia’s border guard finds tunnel on Belarus border. 28 people tried to enter the country through … Finnish Foreign Ministry summons Russian envoy over Il-20 alleged border violation ‘I don’t think beyond tomorrow’: How people in occupied Crimea are surviving one of the hardest sum… MFA raises concern over illegal actions of foreign law enforcement agencies in Russia Brazilian politician sees Ukraine conflict leading to EU’s decline Padres aren't lacking for starters now, but the opposite brings its own challenge Rivalry between US, China poses threats to Brazil’s sovereignty — politician The Opener: Holmes, deGrom, Misiorowski/Sale Latvia’s border guard finds tunnel on Belarus border. 28 people tried to enter the country through … Finnish Foreign Ministry summons Russian envoy over Il-20 alleged border violation ‘I don’t think beyond tomorrow’: How people in occupied Crimea are surviving one of the hardest sum… MFA raises concern over illegal actions of foreign law enforcement agencies in Russia Brazilian politician sees Ukraine conflict leading to EU’s decline Padres aren't lacking for starters now, but the opposite brings its own challenge Rivalry between US, China poses threats to Brazil’s sovereignty — politician

Sports

Sports · European soccer

Hart explains how goalkeepers are struggling with World Cup ball

Former England goalkeeper Joe Hart answers your questions about the Trionda World Cup ball and how it might be affecting goalkeepers at the tournament.

Sports · European soccer

Brentford in talks to sign Burnley's Anthony

Jaidon Anthony could swap Burnley for Brentford, as the Bees open talks to sign the forward.

Sports · European soccer

What do numbers tell us about Scotland's World Cup attacking intent?

BBC Scotland crunches the numbers behind Steve Clarke's blunt attack and looks at the potential deeper issues.

Sports · European soccer

Why are World Cup underdogs doing so well?

Are the surprise results achieved by lower-ranked teams in the World Cup a matter of luck - or clever planning and execution?

Sports · NFL

‘A beauty pageant in athletic form’: how cheerleading show America’s Sweethearts became a Netflix megahit

The film-makers and stars of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders docu-series explain the sisterhood and fights for fair pay behind the pompomsIt’s been 30 years since the Dallas Cowbo…

Sports · European soccer

US interested in hosting 2038 World Cup - Giuliani

The United States could consider making a bid to host the men's 2038 World Cup, with Fifa considering expanding the tournament to 64 teams.

Sports · European soccer

Celtic reunite O'Neill with backroom team

Celtic announce that Shaun Maloney, Mark Fotheringham and Stephen McManus will continue to work under manager Martin O'Neill next season.

Sports · European soccer

Mbappe v Haaland: Who is more important for their country?

Two of the greatest forwards in world football will go head-to-head at Boston Stadium on Friday, as France and Kylian Mbappe take on Norway and Erling Haaland.

Sports · European soccer

Why Vrancken marks fresh start at data-driven Hearts

As Belgian head coach Wouter Vranckin takes charge at Hearts, it marks a strengthening of the club's data-driven vision, writes Thomas Duncan.

Sports · European soccer

Hearts' Braga plays down transfer talk - gossip

Hearts striker says sole focus is on Champions League qualifying despite links to France as Celtic are set to end long negotiations with coaching staff...

Sports · MMA

UFC Baku weigh-in results: All fighters on point

The fighters competing on the UFC Fight Night 280 fight card in Baku, Azerbaijan officially weighed in on Friday. The event takes place at National Gymnastics Arena and is headlin…

Sports · European soccer

Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 19

Will you get today's World Cup player in as few attempts as possible?

Sports · European soccer

What is SkyJo? The card game being played in the England camp

As England try to get their game right on the pitch, the games they play off the field are performing a key role in team bonding - as Morgan Rogers reveals to BBC Sport.

Sports · European soccer

Turkey end World Cup on high with last-gasp win over USA

Turkey come out on top in the last minute of an end-to-end 3-2 win over a second string USA side, in their final Group D match at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.

Sports · European soccer

Australia through and Paraguay close following draw between sides

Australia sealed their passage to the last 32 and Paraguay are almost certain to join them after they shared a drab draw in San Francisco which suited both sides.

Sports · MLS

The USMNT's loss to Turkey delivered a clear warning for the knockout stage

The USMNT lost against Turkey in their last match of the group phase. This delivered the warning that the backup squad is not up to the same level as the starting players.

Sports · MLS

USMNT’s World Cup group stage awards: MVP, biggest surprise & more

We're taking stock of the United States’ run so far and looking ahead to what comes next.

Sports · MLS

The USMNT now knows its World Cup Round of 32 opponent, venue and kickoff

The USMNT will face Bosnia and Herzegovina for the Round of 32. The encounter between these two teams will be played next Wednesday, July 1, starting at 4 p.m. Eastern Time at Lev…

Sports · European soccer

Brobbey on target again as Netherlands beat Tunisia to win group

Brian Brobbey scores for the second game in a row as Netherlands defeat Tunisia 3-1 to top Group F, setting up a match against Morocco in the last 32 at the World Cup.

Sports · MLS

Why isn't Christian Pulisic starting tonight for the USMNT against Turkey?

Christian Pulisic will start on the bench for the USMNT game against Turkey.

Sports · European basketball

Toronto Tempo’s Marina Mabrey ties WNBA scoring record with 53 points

Mabrey erupts for record-tying 53 pointsTempo cruise past Sparks in 125-97 rompExpansion Toronto return to .500 at 9-9Marina Mabrey tied the WNBA’s single-game scoring record of 5…

Sports · European soccer

Japan and Sweden draw takes both into last 32

Daizen Maeda's smart finish to Japan's team goal is cancelled out by Anthony Elanga's long-range strike as Sweden fight back in a 1-1 draw that takes both sides through to the Wor…

Sports · European soccer

'Oh my word!' - Elanga 'stunner' draws Sweden level

Anthony Elanga scores a brilliant curling effort from the edge of the area to draw Sweden level with Japan in their FIFA World Cup Group F match at Dallas Stadium.

Sports · European soccer

Beccacece goes from brink to World Cup history with Ecuador

Sebastian Beccacece was on the verge of losing his job as Ecuador head coach as the clock ticked down against Germany - now he has a last-32 match to look forward to.