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45 minutes from Brazil 'humiliation' - but 'Crafty Carlo' does it again
Half-time in Houston and Brazil's players trudged off facing another early World Cup exit. But we should have known better than to doubt Carlo Ancelotti.
June 29, 2026'Brilliant finish' - but should Sano have been on the pitch?
Kaishu Sano gives Japan the lead over Brazil moments after escaping a second yellow card for a challenge on Matheus Cunha during their round of 32 game in Houston.
June 29, 2026France the team to beat? Chris Sutton's predictions for last-32 matches
BBC Sport's football expert Chris Sutton gives his predictions for the last-32 ties at the 2026 World Cup, including England against DR Congo.
June 28, 2026Spurs' Bergvall exploring options away from club
Sweden's Lucas Bergvall is facing an uncertain future at Tottenham with the midfielder keen for a new challenge.
June 21, 2026Fastest World Cup to 100 goals in 68 years - are balls and breaks behind it?
The 2026 World Cup becomes the fastest edition of the tournament to hit 100 goals since 1958 - with the landmark reached in the 33rd game. But what is behind the scoring spree?
June 20, 2026Priced out of World Cup, Vozinha's mother watches son's heroics from home - Reuters
Priced out of World Cup, Vozinha's mother watches son's heroics from home Reuters
June 16, 2026Amad scores 90th-minute winner for Ivory Coast
Watch how Ivory Coast's Amad Diallo wins their Group E match against Ecuador in the 90th minute at the 2026 World Cup.
June 15, 2026Germany cruise to 7-1 win over debutants Curacao in Houston - Reuters
Germany cruise to 7-1 win over debutants Curacao in Houston Reuters
June 14, 2026From blast off to splashdown: My days following Nasa's historic mission to the Moon
BBC Science Editor Rebecca Morelle reflects on how it felt to watch history being made.
April 11, 2026DR Congo declares national holiday after reaching World Cup for first time in 52 years
This is just the second time that DR Congo have reached the World Cup finals, sparking celebrations in Kinshasa.
April 1, 2026Mexico president says there are 'all guarantees' for 2026 World Cup - Reuters
Mexico president says there are 'all guarantees' for 2026 World Cup Reuters
February 24, 2026BBC plans David Attenborough celebration for 100th birthday
The corporation will look back on the veteran wildlife broadcaster's career for his birthday in May.
February 19, 2026