Barcelona hosts Athletic Club in La Liga on August 27, aiming for consecutive victories after a dominant 5-0 opener. The match comes amid Barcelona's ongoing pursuit of striker Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid.
Canada defeated South Africa 1-0 in a FIFA World Cup knockout match, with Stephen Eustaquio scoring in stoppage time. Fans across the country celebrated the historic victory at fan festivals and public gatherings.
Canada defeated South Africa 1-0 in the World Cup's first knockout match, with Stephen Eustáquio scoring a stunning late volley to secure the host nation's first knockout victory in tournament history.
Algeria and Austria's 3-3 draw in the 2026 World Cup has reignited accusations of match-fixing reminiscent of the infamous 1982 'Disgrace of Gijon,' though both managers strongly deny any arrangement.
Canada defeated South Africa 1-0 in the first knockout match of the expanded 48-team World Cup, with Stephen Eustáquio scoring in stoppage time. The victory marks historic progress for both nations and reflects the tournament's surprising competitiveness.
Stephen Eustáquio scored in stoppage time to give Canada a 1-0 victory over South Africa, securing the nation's first men's World Cup knockout stage appearance and a Round of 16 matchup on July 4.
Boston Celtics rumors intensify around potentially trading star Jaylen Brown, with the Atlanta Hawks emerging as a possible landing spot featuring young talent like Jalen Johnson in exchange.
Nine of 10 African nations qualified for the 2026 World Cup Round of 32, marking a historic milestone for the continent. The expanded 48-team format enabled unprecedented African representation in tournament knockout stages.
South Korea head coach Hong Myung-bo resigned after the team's group-stage World Cup exit, prompting President Lee to criticize football administration and call for governance reforms.
BBC Sport expert Chris Sutton provides match-by-match predictions for the 2026 World Cup last-32 ties, with France tipped as the team to beat. User predictions have outperformed both Sutton and AI analysis throughout the tournament.
Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon has kept three consecutive clean sheets in FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage, leading the Golden Glove race. Spain topped Group H without conceding a goal—a historic first for the nation.
South Korean football coach Hong Myung-bo resigned after the team failed to advance past World Cup group stages despite beating Czech Republic, citing personal responsibility for losses to Mexico and South Africa.
A widespread heat wave will impact more than half the U.S. this week, with heat indices reaching 100-115°F across major cities from the East Coast to the Midwest, lasting into next weekend.
Wimbledon 2026 draws expert predictions with top players including Sabalenka, Swiatek, Rybakina, and returning Serena Williams competing across men's and women's brackets.
FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage concluded with Lionel Messi becoming the first player to score in seven consecutive World Cup matches, while African nations achieved historic qualification with nine of ten teams advancing to the Round of 32.
Lionel Messi has broken seven all-time World Cup records through the group stage of the 2026 tournament at age 39, including most goals in history and oldest hat-trick scorer, positioning Argentina for a potential championship defense.
Jude Bellingham has evolved into Thomas Tuchel's most crucial player, adapting tactically between defensive support and attacking playmaking roles to compensate for England's squad injuries and tactical adjustments during the tournament.
Scotland's World Cup return after 28 years saw fans create memorable celebrations in Boston and Miami, though the team was eliminated at group stage. The Tartan Army's cultural impact on US cities overshadowed on-pitch disappointment.
Cristiano Ronaldo matched Lothar Matthaus's 25 World Cup appearances, second only to Messi, as Portugal drew 0-0 with Colombia to advance to the Round of 32.
BBC Sport analysis of 320 World Cup penalty shootout kicks reveals Argentina dominates with six wins, while data shows side placement beats central kicks and forwards outperform defenders.
Lionel Messi leads the FIFA World Cup 2026 Golden Boot race with six goals in 223 minutes, ahead of Kylian Mbappe and other top scorers as the tournament enters its knockout rounds.
Scotland manager Steve Clarke departs following World Cup group stage exit, leaving a mixed legacy of tournament qualification but knockout stage failure after seven years in charge.
BBC Sport reporters highlight the standout teams, players, matches and moments from the 2026 World Cup group stage, with France and Lionel Messi emerging as dominant forces across the tournament.
FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage begins with 32 teams competing. Debutant Cape Verde and DR Congo advanced unexpectedly, while powerhouses Argentina, France, and Mexico dominated group play.
Iran's 2026 World Cup campaign ended in cruel fashion as they were denied knockout qualification twice in 24 hours—first by an offside call in injury time, then when Austria equalized in the final seconds.
