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How did your club's players do on international duty?

All 20 Premier League clubs had at least five players on international duty, with 59 different countries represented by top-flight stars - so how did your club's players get on?..

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 15:24:31 GMT

Tuchel's England analysed: How good are they?

Thomas Tuchel's England have only played six games together, but Tuesday's 5-0 win against Serbia was the most impressive. What have we learnt from the victory?..

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 17:17:44 GMT

'Football risks losing generation of black managers'

Nuno Espirito Santo's sacking at Nottingham Forest means there is no longer a black manager in the Premier League. ..

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 16:17:45 GMT

Fans frustrated as Newcastle v Barcelona tickets bought by Dundee school

Dozens of tickets for Newcastle United's Champions League opener against Barcelona have been bought by a school in Scotland, to the dismay of some regular fans...

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 19:17:58 GMT

How can Martinelli find his form for Arsenal to silence critics?

Things have not been clicking for the Gabriel Martinelli at Arsenal recently. BBC Sport looks at the issues and how the Brazilian winger could regain his form...

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 11:27:05 GMT

Anderson on Man Utd radar - Thursday's gossip

Manchester United are looking at a move for Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson, Arsenal make progress in extending Bukayo Saka and William Saliba deals, and a young Ajax defender is attracting extensive interest...

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 21:35:56 GMT

Former Man Utd midfielder Eriksen joins Wolfsburg

Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen signs for Wolfsburg after leaving Manchester United at the end of last season. ..

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 21:21:45 GMT

Sacked referee Coote accused of making indecent image of child

The former Premier League referee is due in court in Nottingham on Thursday...

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 12:40:20 GMT

'Liverpool 28.9% likely to win Premier League'

A football research group says Liverpool are most likely to be crowned Premier League champions this season with a 28.9% chance of retaining their title...

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 09:29:28 GMT

'Just the start' - Goodwin agrees new United deal

Jim Goodwin signs a new 12-month rolling contract as Dundee United manager, saying the Tangerines are "only scratching the surface"...

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 19:43:56 GMT

Why Man Utd have been better than their results

With just two Premier League wins since the start of April, it seems only a fool would say that Manchester United have been improving under Ruben Amorim…and yet that's exactly what the stats suggest...

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 05:13:51 GMT

How realistic is a non-Old Firm title challenge?

With champions Celtic arguably weaker and Rangers enduring their worst league start since 1983, is this the season a non-Old Firm club finally delivers a title challenge?..

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 07:17:22 GMT

'It's good to make history' - Spence on England debut

Tottenham defender Djed Spence hopes to inspire "young kids around the world" after he won his first England cap in their 5-0 win against Serbia, becoming the first Muslim to play for the senior men's team...

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 12:22:59 GMT

It was teamwork in its purest form - Tuchel

England manager Thomas Tuchel says their 5-0 victory over Serbia in their latest World Cup qualifier was "teamwork in its purest form"...

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 07:25:17 GMT

'Exciting for Premier League' - Sutton on Postecoglou return

BBC Sport's Chris Sutton says Ange Postecoglou will have learned from his time at Tottenham and will adapt his playing style to suit the squad at Nottingham Forest after being named manager. ..

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 18:45:55 GMT

How will Forest players adapt to Postecoglou?

BBC Sport's football tactics correspondent Umir Irfan discusses how Nottingham Forest players will need adapt to new manager Ange Postecoglou...

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 12:25:10 GMT

'Our relationship has changed' - Nuno on Forest owner weeks before sacking

Speaking in August, Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo says his relationship with the club's owner Evangelos Marinakis has "changed"...

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 08:02:06 GMT

Marmoush to miss Manchester derby with knee injury

Manchester City will be without forward Omar Marmoush for Sunday's Manchester derby after the Egyptian suffers a knee injury on international duty. ..

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 12:11:26 GMT

West Ham re-sign goalkeeper Fabianski

West Ham re-sign 40-year-old Polish goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski until the end of the season...

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 15:56:48 GMT

Finest England night leaves Tuchel with selection dilemmas

England thrash Serbia 5-0 to give Thomas Tuchel his best night since he took charge - but that comes with big selection decisions, says chief football writer Phil McNulty...

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 22:41:21 GMT

Fulham and Wolves wronged by VAR - panel

The video assistant referee made two mistakes in the most recent round of Premier League fixtures, says the Key Match Incidents panel...

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 12:27:45 GMT

Canada game shows 'gulf' as Wales youngsters exposed

After four players made their senior debuts for Wales during the recent international break, pundits, players and head coach Craig Bellamy give their assessment on the efforts of the nation's newest caps...

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 11:33:47 GMT

The worst result in Republic of Ireland's history?

BBC Sport NI looks at what went wrong in Republic of Ireland's embarrassing 2-1 loss to Armenia in World Cup qualifying. ..

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 06:24:34 GMT

Watford FC to wear Elton John-inspired football kit

The shirt celebrates the club's long-term relationship with the music icon...

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 11:08:34 GMT

Why will September international break be longer from 2026?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explain the major changes happening to football's international breaks starting in 2026...

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 15:22:13 GMT

Where do NI stand in World Cup play-off picture?

With four World Cup qualifying fixtures remaining, where do Northern Ireland stand in the play-off picture for the tournament next summer?..

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 07:41:03 GMT

What makes five-goal Haaland such a phenomenal goalscorer?

BBC Sport takes a look at what makes Manchester City striker Erling Haaland such a prolific goalscorer...

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 19:41:22 GMT

Cape Verde on brink of 2026 World Cup - who has qualified so far?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks at who has qualified for next year's Fifa World Cup...

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 11:40:45 GMT

'This was the benchmark' - Tuchel praises 'statement victory'

Manager Thomas Tuchel says England's commanding performance against Serbia has set "the bar" as they take a step closer to qualifying for the 2026 World Cup...

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 22:58:32 GMT

'I didn't know I was the first' - Muslim Spence makes history with England

BBC Sport explores what Djed Spence becoming England's first Muslim footballer means to the community in the UK...

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 22:15:57 GMT

How dream relationship soured as Forest turn to Postecoglou

Nuno Espirito Santo's reign at Nottingham Forest ended in slow motion as Ange Postecoglou was brought in to replace the Portuguese. ..

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 19:56:30 GMT

Hallgrimsson job fear as he takes blame for Republic of Ireland loss

Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson says he accepts responsibility for his side's poor performance in their 2-1 defeat by Armenia in their World Cup qualifier in Yerevan...

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 20:02:23 GMT

Football Daily

Kelly Cates and team react to England's 5-0 thrashing of Serbia and Forest's new manager...

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 23:46:00 GMT

Bellamy builds for Wales' future in 'toughest' week

Craig Bellamy reflects on his "toughest" week as Wales boss - and hopes for a World Cup rematch with Canada after their tetchy friendly match...

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 22:36:18 GMT

Drama to come but Scotland World Cup tale has momentum

BBC Scotland's chief sportswriter Tom English sets the scene for a colossal October for the Scotland national team...

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 06:26:32 GMT

How Scotland got the better of Belarus

Watch highlights from Scotland's World Cup qualifying win over Belarus...

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 22:13:36 GMT

A spikiness to Tuchel as England manager - Smith

Former England midfielder Andros Townsend and the Observer's Rory Smith discuss Thomas Tuchel's "spikiness" as England manager and Marcus Rashford's performances...

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 05:13:03 GMT

'Man Utd changes may have cost Onana his confidence'

The Observer's Rory Smith and BBC Sport chief football news reporter Simon Stone discuss what went wrong for Andre Onana at Manchester United, as Turkish side Trabzonspor make a loan move for the goalkeeper...

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 20:49:39 GMT

Rooney responds to Owen claims on who was better

Wayne Rooney responds to recent online comments from former England team-mate Michael Owen about which striker was a more prodigious talent as a teenager...

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 05:09:46 GMT

Vignola hat-trick gives Everton win at Anfield

Everton's new signing Ornella Vignola scores a statement hat-trick to help her team beat Liverpool 4-1 at Anfield. ..

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 16:58:32 GMT

Toone scores in dominant Man Utd win

Ella Toone and Melvine Malard were among the Manchester United scorers in a dominant display against Leicester City at Leigh Sports Village...

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 19:42:48 GMT

Suarez gets extra three-game ban for spitting

Inter Miami striker Luis Suarez is banned for three MLS games - in addition to his six-game ban in the League Cup...

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 05:57:06 GMT

FPL Podcast from BBC Sport

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Statman Dave & Chris Sutton return ahead of Gameweek 4...

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Clubs seek clarity over Man City 'settlement'

Premier League clubs want more clarity about the settlement of a legal dispute with Manchester City over the rules that govern commercial deals, BBC Sport has been told...

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 14:03:27 GMT

'We want trophies' - Postecoglou replaces Nuno at Forest

Tactical analysis and fan opinion as Ange Postecoglou returns to the Premier League, three months after being sacked by Tottenham...

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 12:31:37 GMT

BBC Women’s Football Weekly

Olivia Smith shines for Arsenal..

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 15:31:00 GMT

Can you name every team to have played in the WSL?

Inspired by London City Lionesses' Women's Super League debut, we want you to name every team who has played in the WSL. ..

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 07:16:36 GMT

'I pretended to be Owen on the street - but you can't compare us'

Which England great was better aged 17 - Wayne Rooney or Michael Owen? After Owen started the debate, Rooney replies in his latest BBC podcast...

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 05:04:18 GMT

Are Scotland finally finding striker solutions?

Michael Stewart gives his opinion on where Steve Clarke's forward line's strengths lie...

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 15:31:00 GMT

More Than The Score

Are Thomas Tuchel’s comments about long throw-ins in football a sign they’re back?..

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 13:55:00 GMT

Who has 'cemented place'? England players rated

Who impressed for England in their 5-0 World Cup qualifier win against Serbia? Sami Mokbel rates the players...

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 21:15:03 GMT

Ex-Forest boss Cooper named Brondby head coach

Former Nottingham Forest, Leicester and Swansea manager Steve Cooper is named head coach of Danish club Brondby...

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 15:50:50 GMT

The wonderkids who didn't make it

The Premier League has a history of young players making it big - which has continued this season - but not every starlet has followed up their bright start...

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 07:17:37 GMT

Mary Earps: Queen of Stops

Goalkeeper Mary Earps offers an insight into her journey to the pinnacle of her sport...

Fri, 30 May 2025 04:55:00 GMT

'It's a weapon' - the rise of the long throw

With long throw-ins on the rise in English football, BBC Sport looks at how they could help Thomas Tuchel's England at the 2026 World Cup...

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 19:44:05 GMT

The legend of El Loco - 30 years since the scorpion kick

Thirty years ago, Rene Higuita wrote his name into folklore with a scorpion-kick save for Colombia against England at Wembley...

Sat, 06 Sep 2025 07:21:22 GMT

Anderson's journey from 'unique' Newcastle departure to England call-up

Elliot Anderson could be in line to make his England debut against Andorra on Saturday in what would be an "incredible" moment for his family...

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 09:46:16 GMT

WSL predictions 2025-26: BBC Sport pundits pick their top three

We asked our BBC Sport pundits and presenters who will finish first, second and third in the Women's Super League this season...

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 10:53:04 GMT

'A sour taste' - inside a summer like no other in Newcastle's history

Newcastle United have had a breathless end to the transfer window after the club agreed to sell Alexander Isak and struck a deal to sign Yoane Wissa...

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 05:50:54 GMT

Transfers - September 2025

Check out the significant signings and departures in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, EFL and Women's Super League...

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 21:25:20 GMT

Manager ins and outs - 2025-26 season

BBC Sport tracks all the manager ins and outs in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, Women's Super League, English Football League and National League...

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 09:00:16 GMT

Has Messi retired from international football?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team take a look at whether Lionel Messi will retire from international football...

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 15:44:36 GMT

Who are London City Lionesses?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team take a look at the WSL's newly promoted London City Lionesses...

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 10:23:05 GMT

What number will Donnarumma wear at Man City?

Our Ask Me Anything team look at what number new Manchester City signing Gianluigi Donnarumma has selected...

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 19:36:25 GMT

Which WSL clubs do England's Euros winners play for?

Our Ask Me Anything team look at where you can see the Lionesses and other Euro 2025 stars in the Women's Super League...

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 10:16:13 GMT

Why has the Man City 115 charges case taken so long?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains why the legal case between Man City and the Premier League is ongoing...

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 15:08:17 GMT

'Just the start' - Goodwin agrees new Dundee United deal

Jim Goodwin signs a new 12-month rolling contract as Dundee United manager, saying the Tangerines are "only scratching the surface"...

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 19:43:56 GMT

How realistic is a non-Old Firm title challenge?

With champions Celtic arguably weaker and Rangers enduring their worst league start since 1983, is this the season a non-Old Firm club finally delivers a title challenge?..

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 07:17:22 GMT

Newcastle v Barcelona tickets bought by Dundee school

Dozens of tickets for Newcastle United's Champions League opener against Barcelona have been bought by a school in Scotland, to the dismay of some regular fans...

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 19:17:58 GMT

Listen: Could the title end up in Edinburgh?

We discuss what the hopes and expectations are for Hearts and Hibs are this season...

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Are Scotland finally finding striker solutions?

Michael Stewart gives his opinion on where Steve Clarke's forward line's strengths lie...

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 15:31:00 GMT

Dele released by Como after just one appearance

England international midfielder Dele Alli has left Serie A club Como after his contract was terminated...

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 20:15:48 GMT

Man Utd duo Hojlund & Antony join Napoli & Real Betis

Manchester United forward Rasmus Hojlund joins Italian champions Napoli on a season-long loan, while winger Antony completes a permanent £21.65m move to Real Betis. ..

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 18:15:45 GMT

What are the shortest managerial reigns in football?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks at some of the shortest managerial stints in history after Erik ten Hag's Bayer Leverkusen departure...

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 13:35:59 GMT

'Unprecedented' - Ten Hag criticises Leverkusen sacking

Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is sacked by Bayer Leverkusen after just two league matches in charge...

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 19:34:03 GMT

Bournemouth sign defenders Milosavljevic & Jimenez

Bournemouth sign teenage central defender Veljko Milosavljevic for £13m from Serbian side Red Star Belgrade and take full-back Alex Jimenez on loan from AC Milan...

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 15:39:18 GMT

'He will bounce back' - Alexander-Arnold impresses on Real return

BBC Sport looks at how Trent Alexander-Arnold did on his return to the Real Madrid team, why he was dropped last week and why he might be dropped again...

Sat, 30 Aug 2025 22:07:45 GMT

Wilkinson suggests Wales players are to retire

Rhian Wilkinson suggests some members of her Wales squad are poised to retire from international football...

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 11:18:39 GMT

Can you name every team to have played in the WSL?

Inspired by London City Lionesses' Women's Super League debut, we want you to name every team who has played in the WSL. ..

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 07:16:36 GMT

'Hungry' Vignola's dream debut shows Everton potential

An "exceptional performance" is the perfect way for Ornella Vignola to announce herself on the Women's Super League stage...

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 15:42:51 GMT

From farming village to Liverpool icon - the Salah story

BBC Sport visits Egypt to discover what Mohamed Salah means to the people of the football-mad country, and how a small boy from humble beginnings became a national icon...

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 05:36:01 GMT

Napoli 'smell blood' & target Premier League's discarded stars

After Scott McTominay was a hit, Napoli went back to the Premier League for Kevin de Bruyne, could more players follow them to Serie A?..

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 05:43:39 GMT

How does Daniel Levy run Tottenham - and would he ever leave?

With Tottenham struggling on the pitch and chairman Daniel Levy facing criticism from fans, BBC Sport looks at how the club is run and what the future might hold...

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 13:30:55 GMT

When River Plate icon Diaz took over fourth-tier Oxford

Twenty years on from Ramon Diaz's surprising appointment at Oxford United, BBC Sport looks at what happened and how it went...

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 09:01:52 GMT

East meets west London - the mentor who changed Chelsea

Vinay Menon knew nothing about football when he went for a meeting at a west London mansion in 2009. A few weeks later he was in the heart of the Chelsea dressing room...

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 23:04:58 GMT

The air crash and the underdogs - a triumph for a lost generation

Nineteen years and 10 miles separated Zambia's football team from a lost, golden generation on a fateful night in Libreville...

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 23:01:06 GMT

The rise and fall of North Korea - the sleeping giant of women's football

North Korea lags behind most of the rest of the world in several areas. But the hermit state has had an outsized impact on international women's football...

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 23:04:32 GMT

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