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The Bronze Final - the unwanted tie or a match with a 'golden layer'?

Why does the Fifa World Cup Bronze Final still exist?

July 18, 2026

Some England players disappointed at Tuchel's tactics

BBC Sport understands that Thomas Tuchel's defensive tactics in the World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina are being hotly debated by the England squad.

July 16, 2026

Fifa 'assessing reports' over Falklands banner

Fifa is "assessing the match reports" before deciding whether to punish Argentina after players held a banner in support of their country's claims to the Falkland Islands.

July 16, 2026

60 years of hurt - England's World Cup wait in numbers

England’s wait for another World Cup triumph wait told through the football, people and moments that have shaped the world since 1966.

July 16, 2026

24m tune in to watch England-Argentina

England's defeat to Argentina in the World Cup semi-final attracts an audience of 24 million on the BBC.

July 16, 2026

Why England's loss to Argentina felt like most painful in 60 years of hurt

England's years of hurt will now stretch beyond 60, but the late collapse to a World Cup semi-final defeat by Argentina may be the most painful wound of all.

July 16, 2026

'Passive' and 'crumbled' - did Tuchel's defensive tactics cost England?

England went 1-0 up against Argentina before slumping to a heart-breaking semi-final defeat. But did boss Thomas Tuchel's "negative" tactics cost the Three Lions a place in the World Cup final?

July 16, 2026

Defeat will haunt England for a long time, says Burn

England defender Dan Burn says the World Cup semi-final defeat by Argentina will haunt him.

July 16, 2026

Tuchel retains FA backing despite England defeat

Thomas Tuchel retains the backing of the Football Association despite England failing to reach the World Cup final.

July 16, 2026

How Argentina took advantage as England 'lost concentration'

BBC Sport World Cup pundits Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart and Micah Richards look at how Argentina took advantage as England took their "eye off the ball" in their World Cup semi final in Atlanta.

July 15, 2026

Argentina face disciplinary action for Falklands banner in semi-final win

Argentina face the prospect of disciplinary action from Fifa after their players celebrate the World Cup semi-final win against England with a banner in support of their country's claims to the Falkland Islands.

July 15, 2026

England's biggest match since 1966 as Three Lions close in on immortality

England face Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday - and BBC Sport's Phil McNulty explains why it is the Three Lions' biggest match since 1966.

July 15, 2026

I still feel pain of '98 but this can be different for England - Shearer

England's defeat by Argentina at the 1998 World Cup still burns deep for Alan Shearer, but he explains why this team can take their chance to change their lives forever.

July 15, 2026

A special team beats brilliant individuals - how silky Spain flattened France

Spain have rather flown under the radar at the 2026 World Cup - but will they go all the way and win it?

July 15, 2026

Pressure is on world champions Argentina in semi-final - Guehi

England defender Marc Guehi insists the pressure is on Argentina as the Three Lions prepare to face the reigning champions in the World Cup semi-finals.

July 15, 2026

American Elfath to referee England v Argentina

Fifa announce American referee Ismail Elfath will take charge of England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina.

July 14, 2026

Could England cause the Open final round to move?

The Open Championship could bring forward Sunday's last round tee times to avoid a clash with the World Cup final, if England make it.

July 14, 2026

Walked for 47% of the World Cup - the evolution of Messi

Lionel Messi is looking to beat England and reach a third World Cup final with Argentina. Guillem Balague looks at the evolution of one of the game's all-time greats.

July 14, 2026

'Easy to create divisions' - Kane says England are 'completely together'

England captain Harry Kane says the squad are "completely together" before their World Cup semi-final against Argentina.

July 13, 2026

England to make late call on Rice for World Cup semi-final

England will make a late decision on whether Declan Rice is fit to start Wednesday's World Cup semi-final against Argentina.

July 13, 2026

England to wear all-white kit against Argentina

England will wear their all-white home kit and Argentina their navy blue away strip when the two sides face each other in the semi-finals of the World Cup on Wednesday.

July 13, 2026

England have another level we can reach - Kane

Captain Harry Kane says England "have another level we can reach" as they bid to win the World Cup for the first time since 1966.

July 12, 2026

Disney's 'dismal' live-action Moana panned by critics

Dwayne Johnson reprises his role as demigod Maui, a decade after the original hit animation.

July 10, 2026

Egypt want officials from Argentina match kicked out of World Cup

The Egyptian FA lodges a complaint with Fifa and demands an investigation into "double standards" of officiating in the controversial defeat by Argentina.

July 8, 2026

Messi rescues Argentina with equaliser against Egypt

Lionel Messi scores a late equaliser for Argentina against Egypt to level the game at 2-2 during their match in Atlanta.

July 7, 2026

The different ways Salah and Messi are viewed by their people

Mohamed Salah and Lionel Messi will meet in the last 16 of the World Cup on Tuesday with their nations' hopes resting firmly on their shoulders.

July 7, 2026

Why Wonderwall has become England's World Cup anthem

Post-victory singalongs between England fans and players have become a new tradition this summer.

July 2, 2026

Win over DR Congo 'our best game of the tournament' - Kane

England captain Harry Kane believes the Three Lions' attacking play against DR Congo was the best they have shown so far in the World Cup after their 2-1 win in Atlanta.

July 1, 2026

Kane scores twice as England come from behind to reach last 16

Harry Kane scores twice as England come from behind to beat DR Congo in a tense World Cup encounter in Atlanta, and set up a last-16 meeting with Mexico.

July 1, 2026

England sneak through - but who had a nightmare start? Player ratings

BBC Sport England reporter Alex Howell rates the players after the World Cup comeback win over DR Congo - plus have your say.

July 1, 2026

Has football fever taken hold in the US?

With the World Cup now three weeks old, BBC Sport's reporters in the US look at how their perceptions have changed.

July 1, 2026

Tuchel still searching for answers out wide - Shearer

Former England captain Alan Shearer explains why there are lots of reasons to be positive about England so far at this World Cup, but having a settled side is not one of them.

June 29, 2026

Move over Messi and Ronaldo - the new generation shining at World Cup

BBC Sport looks at five young players who are making a big impression on the same World Cup stage as veterans Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

June 29, 2026

Knockouts are here - what is England's path to the final?

BBC Sport takes a look at what England will need to do to reach the final after qualifying for the knockout stages.

June 28, 2026

Day-by-day last-32 schedule - including England live on BBC

England's World Cup last-32 game against DR Congo will be shown live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, with all 16 first knockout round ties covered across BBC Sport.

June 28, 2026

Job done - but England will not win World Cup unless they improve

England did their job topping the group - but they can forget winning the World Cup if they do not improve, writes Phil McNulty.

June 28, 2026

Tuchel worried about right-back situation

Thomas Tuchel says he is "worried" about England's right-back crisis after Jarell Quansah became the latest in the position to suffer injury.

June 28, 2026

Morocco progress after victory over Haiti

Soufiane Rahimi and Gessime Yassine score late goals for Morocco to deny Haiti their first-ever World Cup point in Atlanta.

June 25, 2026

'A phenomenal goal!' Isidor hits incredible second for Haiti

Wilson Isidor gives Haiti a lead against Morocco with an "extraordinary" World Cup goal at the Atlanta Stadium.

June 24, 2026

Belgium going out? Sutton's World Cup 2026 score predictions - final group games

BBC Sport's football expert Chris Sutton gives his predictions for the scores of the final set of group games at the 2026 World Cup.

June 24, 2026

Fastest 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, 2026

Would you choose to take a 22-hour non-stop flight?

The BBC asked Sydney locals if they would take the newly announced, longest ever commercial flight from Sydney to London.

June 19, 2026

Priced 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, 2026

Saudi Arabia hold off relentless Uruguay to earn draw

Saudi Arabia hold firm against relentless pressure to earn a 1-1 draw against two-time world champions Uruguay in their Group H opener at the Miami Stadium.

June 16, 2026

Cape Verde frustrate Spain on stunning World Cup debut as Vozinha stars - Reuters

Cape Verde frustrate Spain on stunning World Cup debut as Vozinha stars Reuters

June 15, 2026

2,500 passes since Spain's last World Cup goal - key stats as Cape Verde earn point

Veteran goalkeeper Vozinha stars and Spain reach 2,500 passes since their last World Cup goal - the key stats as debutants Cape Verde secure a memorable point in Atlanta.

June 15, 2026

Spectacular Vinicius Jr goal earns Brazil draw against Morocco

Vinicius Jr scores a spectacular solo goal to earn a draw for five-time winners Brazil against Morocco at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

June 14, 2026

Watch: Why is Trump not at the World Cup?

All three leaders of the North America host nations have missed the tournament opening matches.

June 13, 2026

Fans on concourses instead of in seats, claims Fifa

Fifa says numerous empty seats were visible in the near-sell-out Group A match between South Korea and the Czech Republic because of fans remaining on concourses.

June 12, 2026

"The sky's the limit," says Mexico's Lira after win in World Cup opener - Reuters

"The sky's the limit," says Mexico's Lira after win in World Cup opener Reuters

June 11, 2026

Delta orders 34 more Airbus A321neo jets in fleet renewal push - Reuters

Delta orders 34 more Airbus A321neo jets in fleet renewal push Reuters

February 27, 2026

Mexico 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, 2026