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William McCrum: The Irishman who invented the penalty kick
This BBC Bitesize article explains the origins of the penalty kick, the story of the Irishman who invented it and when the first penalty was taken.
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The World Cup quarter-finals are here! Your guide to every tie
From 48, we're now down to just eight. The World Cup quarter-finals begin today - and we're one step closer to knowing who will lift the trophy on July 19.
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McIlroy happy with 'complete performance' at Scottish Open
Rory McIlroy called his brilliant first-round score of 65 at the Genesis Scottish Open 'the complete performance', but insists he is not getting complacent as he looks to...
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Location revealed for Man Utd's new 100,000-seater stadium
Manchester United have revealed the location for their proposed new 100,000 seater stadium.
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How do England stop Haaland and Norway's other threats?
Erling Haaland is one of the principle stars of this summer's World Cup. He is the headline act of Norway's surprise advances. On Saturday against England in Miami, it's ...
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Could Morocco become a football powerhouse?
Morocco face France in the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals on Thursday as the Atlas Lions look to reach the last four once again.
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Noboody can question integrity of World Cup referees - Collina
World Cup officials are not "influenced by anyone" and "nobody can question the integrity" when it comes to decision-making, says Fifa chief refereeing officer Pierluigi ...
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Olise yellow card stands as Saibari out for Morocco
France fail in their bid to have forward Michael Olise's yellow card overturned, while Morocco are without Ismael Saibari for the quarter-final at Boston Stadium.
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Wilson delighted boss Bellamy staying with Wales
Captain Harry Wilson is delighted head coach Craig Bellamy is staying with Wales after talks about taking over at Burnley fell through.
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'Celtic go all out for striker Bowie' - gossip
Celtic linked with Scotland striker in Italy and Egypt winger in Spain as newly-promoted Premier League side eye move for Hearts striker...
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Papers: England set to get bank holiday IF Three Lions win World Cup
The top stories and transfer rumours from Thursday's newspapers...
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Idolises Ronaldo, plays like Saka - meet £40m Chelsea winger Quenda
Chelsea's new signing Geovany Quenda hopes to follow in the footsteps of Cristiano Ronaldo by leaving Sporting's academy for the challenge and exposure of the Premier Lea...
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Jansen set for debut as Ireland make nine changes for Japan clash
Sean Jansen will win his first cap in a much-changed Ireland side for Saturday's Nations Championship clash with Japan in Australia.
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Late goals, comebacks and upsets - is record-breaking World Cup best ever?
What a World Cup it has been with great goals, thrilling comebacks, late drama, shock results. But how will this tournament be remembered?
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How Kane and Haaland compare - who would you pick?
Two of the world's best strikers Harry Kane and Erling Haaland play each other for a place in the World Cup semi-finals - but who would you rather have?
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Starmer hints at bank holiday if England win World Cup
The prime minister says he does not want to "jinx it" but "ask me again if we get to the final".
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Chris Sutton's World Cup quarter-final predictions
BBC Sport's football expert Chris Sutton gives his predictions for the quarter-final ties at the 2026 World Cup, including England against Norway.
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Inquest into death of Sheff Utd player Cusack adjourned again
The inquest into the death of Maddy Cusack has been adjourned until December 7.
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Rashford dilemma for Man Utd - Thursday's gossip
Manchester United are in a quandary over Marcus Rashford's future, Arsenal and Tottenham eye Antonio Nusa, Barcelona shortlist Bournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi, plus more.
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FAI motion to continue with Israel games passed at EGM
The Football Association of Ireland's (FAI) General Assembly endorses a motion for Republic of Ireland to go ahead with their upcoming Nations League fixtures against Isr...
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