The FA Cup still has an important place. This weekend was proof
From exposed anxieties to unexpected heroes, this weekend’s cup contests papered over a weird three-week Premier League break
Canada Soccer names roster for U-20 friendlies in Costa Rica
Jeneva Hernandez Gray of Portugal's Sporting CP and AFC Toronto's Olivia Chisholm will join Canada's women's under-20 team for a pair of friendlies in Costa Rica this month.
Derby beat Stoke to keep play-off dream alive
Second-half goals from Jaydon Banel and Carlton Morris earned Derby a comfortable 2-0 win over Stoke and boosted their chances of a Sky Bet Championship play-off place.
USMNT World Cup hopeful Patrick Agyemang stretchered off in Derby County's EFL Championship match
Agyemang quickly rose up the USMNT's ranks after making his debut in January 2025, firmly in the mix to make Mauricio Pochettino's World Cup squad before the injury
USMNT striker Patrick Agyemang leaves Derby County game on stretcher
Patrick Agyemang left Derby County’s match on a stretcher after an apparent non-contact injury. The US international striker rose to settle a ball in the 37th minute and collapsed to ground, with photographs from Pride Park showing the Derby medical staff ten…
Patrick Agyemang stretchered off in Derby County match with non-contact injury
In only his second match back since scoring on March U.S. men’s national team duty, Patrick Agyemang has a major worry to deal with. Agyemang was stretchered off in the first half of Derby County’s EFL Championship clash with Stoke City on Monday. The America…
Reece James' Return Date For Chelsea; England Handed World Cup Lift
Chelsea captain Reece James is reportedly on track to return from a significant hamstring injury by early May, handing Thomas Tuchel a major boost ahead of England's World Cup campaign.
This Leeds United Vital Cog Suffers Big Injury: Does Farke’s FA Cup Gamble Now Risk Entire Season?
Anton Stach’s afternoon at the London Stadium on 5 April 2026 started well but ended with the kind of sight that keeps fans tensed during a relegation scrap. Covering the FA Cup quarter-final betwee...
That lovely Mark Fotheringham and Kelechi Iheanacho embrace
There was a heart-warming moment at full-time yesterday as Mark Fotheringham and Kelechi Iheanacho shared an embrace following Celtic’s crucial 2-1 victory over Dundee…Mark Fotheringham at Dens Pa...
Tears of a champion: Gabriela Jaquez's heartfelt reaction to winning the national title goes viral
After winning the women's NCAA championship with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Gabriela Jaquez expressed her feelings about winning the first championship
UCLA women win first NCAA hoops title; Islanders change coaches; NBA, World Cup power rankings
Plus, we kick off Masters week with our first couple of preview items
The prophecy that would give Real Madrid the Champions League after Italy's World Cup elimination
Italy is once again in the news for a fiasco that leaves its soccer very touched. The defeat against Bosnia in the lottery of penalties leaves a Calcio that is declining. That a hi
Scandal as 14-year-old Bosnia ball boy confesses to stealing Donnarumma cheat sheet
Gianluigi Donnarumma was enraged with the Bosnia and Herzegovina team after Italy’s World Cup play-off defeat and it is now revealed why, as a ball boy stole his penalties cheat sheet.
Italy coach Gattuso shrugs off Bosnia atmosphere saying fans don't score goals
ZENICA, Bosnia, March 30 : Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso dismissed concerns over pitch conditions and the atmosphere his side would face in Bosnia for their World Cup playoff final, saying he had never conceded a goal to a fan.Gattuso carries the weight of Ital…
Two teams, three games, six days - O'Neill's unique predicament
BBC Sport NI looks at how Northern Ireland and Blackburn Rovers manager Michael O'Neill will navigate a unique six-day stretch that will bring three games against Wales, Birmingham City and a relegation six-pointer against West Brom.
Italy boss Gattuso shrugs off Bosnia pitch concerns: “It’s for weaklings”
Italy manager Rino Gattuso was asked about concerns regarding the condition of the pitch ahead of the World Cup playoff final against Bosnia.The Azzurri were forced to train in Florence on Monday, as ...
Substitute Undav snatches late winner for Germany in 2-1 victory over Ghana
STUTTGART, Germany, March 30 : Germany forward Deniz Undav scored an 88th-minute goal to give them a 2-1 victory over Ghana in their friendly on Monday, boosting his chances of making the World Cup squad.Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann had raised eyebrows whe…
Four Observations from Germany’s frustrating 2-1 win over Ghana
Germany finished the international break with two victories but still left a lot to be desired.
Germany beat Ghana to complete confidence-boosting March
A late winner from Stuttgart's Deniz Undav secured a second friendly win in a week for Germany. With the World Cup just 10 weeks away, Julian Nagelsmann's team will be starting to believe they can win it all.
Local hero Undav secures late 2-1 win for Germany against Ghana
Local hero Deniz Undav scored a late goal to secure Germany a 2-1 home win against Ghana in Stuttgart on Monday evening in a pre-World Cup friendly game. Abdul Fatawu's equalizer cancelled out Kai Havertz's opener from the first half, but Stuttgart forward Un…
No change to Germany squad roles despite Deniz Undav’s heroics
The German gaffer is adamant about sticking to his plan despite recent results.
Mbappe caught eating a chocolate bar while France thrashed Colombia
France is one of the natural candidates to win the 2026 World Cup. The team has been a world power for many years, with a vast list of top-level players capable of overcoming relat
France beat Colombia 3-1 to showcase firepower and squad depth
Two goals from Desire Doue and one from Marcus Thuram seal the win for France, who saw Mbappe come off the bench.
‘We always need a lift from the fans’ – Heimir Hallgrimsson feels support will be there for Ireland after Prague pain
Heimir Hallgrimsson says he has no concerns about the Irish supporters deserting the team in the wake of the World Cup exit ahead of a dead rubber at home to North Macedonia.
Hallgrimsson prizing performance over experimentation
Heimir Hallgrimsson is not planning to drastically experiment with his Republic of Ireland side despite Tuesday's clash against North Macedonia being a friendly.
Gyokeres international form says something about Arsenal’s tactics
Viktor Gyokeres delivered an outstanding performance for Sweden, scoring a hat trick against Ukraine to secure qualification for the final of the European World Cup playoff. His display highlighted his quality at international level, despite what has been a c…
Bohs teen Brennan in Irish squad for Poland double-header
Carla Ward has handed Bohemians teenager Aoibhe Brennan her maiden senior Republic of Ireland call-up for next month's World Cup qualifying double-header against Poland, while there are re-calls for Jess Ziu and Lily Agg.
Dzeko tells Bosnia supporters to ‘applaud’ Italy and national anthem in play-off final
Bosnia and Herzegovina national team captain Edin Dzeko has urged his nation’s supporters to ‘applaud’ Italy and the national anthem when the two sides meet
Bohs' Brennan earns first Republic of Ireland call-up
Teenage Bohemians midfielder Aoibhe Brennan earns her first call-up to the Republic of Ireland senior squad for their World Cup 2027 qualifying double-header against Poland in April.
England v Japan: Line-ups, stats and preview
England boss Thomas Tuchel knows a "top performance" will be needed for them to beat Japan at Wembley on Tuesday.
Wales v Northern Ireland: Line-ups, stats and preview
All the team news for the friendly in Cardiff on Tuesday night
Quartet to miss Northern Ireland friendly in Wales
Ali McCann, Ruairi McConville, Paddy McNair and Bailey Peacock-Farrell will miss Northern Ireland's friendly with Wales in Cardiff on Tuesday.
Henderson backs Ben White’s England recall after boos
Jordan Henderson has backed Ben White’s recall to the England squad after the Arsenal defender was booed against Uruguay.White was called up by Thomas Tuchel this month in a recall that ended a thre...
Zaniolo encouraged by Gattuso’s ‘transparency’ amid Italy hopes
Nicolò Zaniolo's Claudio Vigorelli admits his client hoped for an Italy call-up, but 'appreciates the transparency and the words of Gennaro Gattuso.'
Insider: Carrick on alert as top Man Utd managerial candidate holds ‘positive contract talks
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick is edging ever closer towards confirmation following the latest Luis Enrique update.In January, the Red Devils appointed their former midfielder as interim...
Szmodics out of hospital and 'on the mend' after collision
Republic of Ireland forward Sammie Szmodics has been released from hospital in Prague after being knocked unconscious during Thursday's World Cup play-off defeat by the Czech Republic.
Weekend Warm-up: This is 40 for Bayern Munich’s Manuel Neuer; Throwing it back to Muse; and MORE!
FC Bayern’s captain turns 40!
Why isn’t the Argentina vs Spain Finalissima 2026 clash happening today, March 27?
The soccer world was expecting a blockbuster clash as Lionel Messi prepared to lead Argentina against the rising force of Lamine Yamal and Spain. The soccer world was expecting a blockbuster clash as Lionel Messi prepared to lead Argentina against the rising …
What would England do without Kane?
On this day 11 years ago, Harry Kane came on as a substitute for Wayne Rooney at Wembley to make his England debut against Lithuania. Eighty seconds later, he was wheeling off to celebrate scoring his first England goal.
Liverpool's Robertson admits Scotland high has 'kept me going'
Defender Andy Robertson admits the high of Scotland's successful World Cup qualifying campaign has "kept me going" during a tough season at Liverpool.
Catarina Macario joins San Diego Wave from Chelsea, on record contract worth just under $8 million
The USWNT striker cost $300,000 in transfer fees for the California NWSL side
USWNT forward Catarina Macario joins San Diego Wave in blockbuster move
The San Diego Wave have announced the signing of U.S. women's national team forward Catarina Macario from Chelsea.
Mexico v Portugal: Line-ups, stats and preview
A Cristiano Ronaldo-less Portugal will face Mexico on Saturday in the first game at Estadio Azteca since its renovations for the 2026 World Cup.
USA vs. Belgium, 2026 USMNT friendly: preview – the devil is in the details
The first of two key friendlies sees the USA take on Belgium
Sammie Szmodics ‘on the mend’ after being discharged from hospital
Republic of Ireland attacker sustained a head injury during Thursday’s World Cup playoff semi-final in Prague
Italy v Northern Ireland: Expectation clearly lies with the home nation, says O’Neill
Gattuso says Italy are ready for direct, vertical football
NI boss O'Neill senses 'big opportunity' in Italy
Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill says his side must concentrate on the game rather than the potential prize in Thursday's World Cup play-off semi-final against Italy.
Paulo Victor seeks winning identity for Brazil’s U20 and U23s
“A good son always returns home.” With these words, four-time world champion Branco, coordinator of the CBF Youth National Teams, introduced Paulo Victor Gomes to the players of the Brazil U-20 Na...
'It will be absolutely packed' - Dublin pubs get set for one of the busiest nights of the year
Pubs across the country will be packed to the rafters with nervous fans this evening as Ireland face Czechia.
Kendry Páez and Ian Subiabre among the world's top prospects
The prestigious English magazine GOAL has published its NxGN 2026 ranking, highlighting the 50 most promising young footballers on the planet. In this edition, Club Atlético River Plate stands out as...
THE CHAMPIONS COLLECTIVE PRESENTS GOTHAM FC’S 2025 NWSL CHAMPIONSHIP RING HONORING SECOND TITLE
Harrison, NJ, March 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In partnership with The Champions Collective, Gotham FC celebrated the delivery of their 2025 NWSL Championship ring during a public ceremony at Sports Illustrated Stadium following their home opener.
‘I could feel my heart pumping’ – commenator Darragh Maloney on calling Troy Parrott’s famous goal
The authentic reach of the Irish soccer team was evident in the voice of Darragh Maloney just after Troy Parrott scored his all-timer in Budapest last November. The RTÉ commentator was standing in the commentary box in the Puskas Arena alongside Ray Houghton …
How to follow Italy v Northern Ireland across BBC Sport NI
Northern Ireland's crucial World Cup play-off semi-final against Italy is almost upon us - and you can keep up with all the build-up and action from Bergamo across the BBC.
Chiesa back in Italy squad for Northern Ireland play-off
Liverpool forward Federico Chiesa returns to the Italy squad after a two-year absence for the World Cup play-off against Northern Ireland in Bergamo next Thursday.
Odegaard’s injury record is causing a concern in Norway
Martin Odegaard has featured in only a handful of matches for Arsenal this season as the midfielder continues to contend with persistent injury issues at the Emirates. His absences have also affected Norway, with the player missing key fixtures for his nation…
Cristiano Ronaldo misses out on Portugal friendly vs. USMNT and Mexico due to injury
The matches are in the last internatinoal window before this summer's World Cup
Preston midfielder gets 3-game ban for kicking water bottle that hit Norwich fan
Preston midfielder Jordan Thompson received a three-game ban Friday for kicking a water bottle that hit a fan in the head during a match in England's second division. After being substituted off in the 2-0 loss at Norwich last Saturday, the Northern Ireland i…
Is soccer no longer Italy's best sport? The Azzurri face World Cup playoff amid others' success
Italy's soccer team faces a crucial playoff to reach the World Cup. This comes as other Italian sports teams achieve record success. The men's soccer team risks missing a third World Cup in a row. They must win upcoming matches to avoid a long drought. This s…
Puma Reveals International Soccer Kits With New York Celebration
The global sports company on Thursday celebrated its international kits at Brooklyn's Domino Square in Domino Park ahead of this summer's FIFA World Cup 2026.
Lionel Messi’s Argentina reportedly close to securing two March friendlies after Finalissima backlash
After the cancelation of the Finalissima, Lionel Messi is now reportedly close to play two friendlies with Argentina national team in the March international break. Argentina have found themselves in a difficult position following the Finalissima cancellatio…
Fulham Win Race For £28.5m Sunderland Target: Did The Black Cats Dodge A Bullet?
Fulham have beaten the competition to sign PSV Eindhoven striker Ricardo Pepi. The West London club are finalising a £28.5 million agreement. Reports from BBC Sport confirm that the 23-year-old forwa...
Spain fear friendly being cancelled due to bureaucratic issues
Last weekend, Spain and Argentina saw their La Finalissima plans go up in spoke, with the showpiece event having to be cancelled due to all parties being unable to agree on a new venue after it became...
Liam Rosenior breaks silence on Enzo Fernandez’s potential Chelsea exit
Liam Rosenior Responds to Enzo Fernandez Transfer RumoursChelsea’s heavy Champions League exit to Paris Saint-Germain has inevitably stirred uncertainty, and much of the attention has centred on Enz...
Japan beat South Korea 4-1 to meet Australia in Women’s Asian Cup final
Japan will face Australia in the final of the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup after beating South Korea 2-1 in the semifinal.
Senegal stunningly stripped of AFCON title, Morocco declared winner
Morocco was stunningly awarded the Africa Cup of Nations title on Tuesday by governing body judges who overturned Senegal’s victory in a chaotic final in January.
Beren Cross, The Athletic: Why Leeds v Brentford will be special game
Leeds United are set to provide a fierce test for Brentford on Saturday (8pm kick-off GMT, live on Sky Sports), explained The Athletic's Beren Cross, with Daniel Farke’s side expected to lean heavil...
Roma fans in attendance at Watford to celebrate Bove’s first goal since 2024
Roma supporters were in attendance for Watford’s 3-1 victory over Wrexham in the EFL Championship to watch Edoardo Bove score his first goal since suffering a
Rosenior relishing going head to head with ‘world class’ Enrique and PSG
Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior says he is relishing coming up against “world class” PSG head coach Luis Enrique.Rosenior’s side travel to Paris for the first leg of their round of 16 clash on Wednes...
Loyola dominates the girls Division IV, District 1 soccer team
Loyola's Analeigh Turner is the Overall MVP while Calvary's Chris Lee is the Coach of the Year.
Hull earn vital win at play-off rivals Wrexham
Hull took advantage of an FA Cup hangover for Wrexham to strengthen their grip on a Championship play-off place with a 2-1 win in north Wales that put them six points clear of the Red Dragons.
Pick your England XI to face Iceland
Choose who England manager Sarina Wiegman should name in her line-up to play Iceland on Saturday.
Revitalised Norwich look to take down ex-boss Farke
Daniel Farke led Norwich to the FA Cup quarter-finals in 2020 and now his old team are hoping to do so again by knocking out his current club Leeds United.
Lionel Messi better than Pele: Donald Trump opens debate with bold claim at Inter Miami’s White House visit as 2025 MLS champions
United States president Donald Trump welcomed Lionel Messi and his Inter Miami teammates to commemorate the club’s historic 2025 MLS Cup triumph, a milestone moment for the franchise and for soccer in the US. A celebration of sporting excellence inside the W…
Lake Mary girls soccer makes it a repeat, wins 7A state championship
They had to go 100 minutes and seven penalty kicks deep, but the Lake Mary girls soccer team could finally celebrate Wednesday. Junior Kailey Susi drilled the fourth PK to give the Rams their second straight Class 7A state championship, 4-3 in PKs over Cypres…
Pictures: Lake Mary High Girls Soccer State Champions
Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Lake Mary High girls soccer players celebrate after winning the FHSAA Class 7A state championship game against Cypress...
High school soccer: Boys' and girls' championship games schedule
Schedule for boys' and girls' championship games in soccer.
Tottenham Hotspur could face a £250m crisis if relegated from the Premier League due to massive revenue losses
Facing potential relegation in 2026, Tottenham Hotspur could see a £250 million financial hit, affecting broadcast revenues, sponsorships, and long-term ambitions.
‘Right now it hurts us’: River Valley stunned at home in D-III semifinals
The River Valley High boys soccer team lay motionless for what seemed like minutes following Thursday night’s stunning 1-0 loss at home to No. 5 Pioneer (Woodland) in the Sac-Joaquin Section Division III boys soccer semifinals at River Valley High School. Per…
Bristol City pair Jason Knight and Mark Sykes on camper vans, hostels, fan zones – and dreaming of World Cup 2026
The last time Ireland qualified for a major finals, for one Dubliner who was just a budding footballer then, the experience was basic and on a budget, but also brilliant.
Lyon’s Tyler Morton confirms England ‘objective’
Prior to joining Olympique Lyonnais in the summer, Tyler Morton played a part in England U21s triumph at the Euro. The Liverpool academy product came off the bench as England lifted the trophy and the...
Fans call for Bastoni to be dropped from Italy squad after Inter 3-2 Juventus dive
Some supporters feel that Inter defender Alessandro Bastoni should be dropped from the Italy national team squad as a result of his dive that resulted in the
Will Marc-Andre ter Stegen make World Cup 2026? Germany boss Julian Nagelsmann offers update on Barcelona goalkeeper
The stopper is currently injured and is not due back for some time.
Northern Ireland boss O'Neill takes on short-term role as Blackburn head coach
Blackburn Rovers have announced the appointment of Michael O'Neill as the club's new head coach.
New Blackburn boss Michael O’Neill to combine role with Northern Ireland job
Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill will take charge of struggling Sky Bet Championship side Blackburn for the rest of the season in a joint role.
Chivu: Italy World Cup flops not due to referees
Inter coach Cristian Chivu refuses to discuss referee controversies ahead of a Serie A match against Juventus: 'If Italy have not played in the last two
Flamengo beat Mixto-MT for first win in 2026 Brasileirão Feminino A1
Flamengo defeated Mixto-MT in Cuiabá in the opening match of the Brasileirão Feminino A1 2026Credits: Chico Ferreira / Publicity / Instagram / @flamengofutebolfemininoFlamengo's victory over Mixto-M...
Northern Ireland’s Michael O’Neill to combine job with managing Blackburn Rovers
The arrangement is similar to the one which saw O’Neill take charge of Stoke in late 2019
Man City close in on Premier League leader Arsenal with 3-0 win against Fulham
Manchester City closed the gap on Premier League leader Arsenal to three points with a 3-0 win against Fulham on Tuesday. Antoine Semenyo, Nico O'Reilly and Erling Haaland all struck in the first half at the Etihad as City issued another statement of intent i…
Bay FC acquires Claire Hutton in $1.1 million transfer from the Kansas City Current
National Women's Soccer League club Bay FC has acquired U.S. national team midfielder Claire Hutton from the Kansas Current for $1.1 million in intra-league transfer funds. Hutton has also appeared in 13 matches for the senior national team and has scored one…
Which National Teams Are Best Prepared for the 2026 World Cup?
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, several national teams are already emerging as strong contenders. Discover which teams are best prepared to make a significant impact.
No Tail to Tell: Episodes 3-4
Our gumiho tale continues with fate swaps and a grand theft that introduces us to a new, shamanic villain. As our ex-soccer star grapples with his new reality, he crosses paths with the shaman, and the culmination of this meeting results in our gumiho facing …
Derby fight for narrow win at Charlton
Derby boosted their play-off ambitions with a rare win in London, 2-1 at lowly Charlton.
Angel Gomes: Marseille trying to offload ex-United midfielder
Angel Gomes is facing an uncertain future at Olympique de Marseille less than seven months after arriving as a free agent.According to L’Équipe, the Ligue 1 side are looking to reshape their midfie...
Still Chasing Messi? World Cup Dream Could Keep Ronaldo Playing Until He's 50
Cristiano Ronaldo will not want to stop without a World Cup win that allows him to emulate eternal rival Lionel Messi, the Portuguese's former Manchester United team-mate Kleberson has told GOAL.
NCAA Champion and North Carolina Tar Heel star Olivia Thomas signs with Denver Summit FC
UNC Women’s Soccer star, Olivia Thomas is headed to the NWSL.
Report: Messi’s Inter Miami set to receive good news from Argentine player ahead of 2026 MLS season
An Argentine teammate of Lionel Messi could bring good news to Inter Miami ahead of the start of the 2026 Major League Soccer season. Inter Miami are preparing for the 2026 Major League Soccer season, entering as top favorites to repeat the title they won la…
Evan Ferguson back in injury woe as Troy Parrott steps back into the spotlight
Séamus Coleman back in Everton match day squad; Jason Knight and Jayson Molumby out with injuries
Retired stars wow Munich crowd as Dortmund win indoor tournament
Mats Hummels led Borussia Dortmund to the Legends Cup title in Munich on Sunday, beating Real Madrid 3-2 in the final of the indoor tournament for retired footballers. The 2014 Germany World Cup winner, who also played for Bayern during his career, scored the…