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World Cup quiz: Who has most Scotland appearances?
Test your knowledge of Scotland players with at least five appearances at World Cups.
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Stick or twist? Rashford and Guehi are Tuchel's big dilemmas
Before England's World Cup match against Ghana on Tuesday, BBC Sport's Phil McNulty looks at Thomas Tuchel's big selection dilemmas.
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Fifa bans football club's submarine badge on flag
The Barrow flag is banned from World Cup stadiums as it includes a depiction of military equipment.
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Monaco reportedly preparing for EuroCup return with drastically reduced budget
Monaco receives additional time to secure funding and present investor-backed recovery plan.
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The US World Cup star who couldn't be an American under Trump's plan
Folarin Balogun scored two goals on his World Cup debut, but he is the type of person President Trump is trying to ban under birthright citizenship.
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London City Lionesses sign ex-England keeper Earps
Former England goalkeeper Mary Earps joins London City Lionesses on a two-year deal after leaving Paris St-Germain.
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Earps makes WSL return with London City Lionesses
London City Lionesses have announced the signing of former England goalkeeper Mary Earps.
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Álex Mumbrú is the new coach of Virtus Bologna
The Spanish coach will be in charge of leading the reconstruction of the Italian team, while maintaining his duties as German national team coach.
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Morocco captain Hakimi to stand trial for rape
French prosecutors confirm Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape, in accusations dating back to 2023.
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A heavily jeered $250m goldmine - are hydration break ads here to stay?
BBC Sport explores how hydration break ads work in other countries and how they could impact the future of football.
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The heavily jeered $250m goldmine - are hydration break ads here to stay?
BBC Sport explores how hydration break ads work in other countries and how they could impact the future of football.
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Why Man Utd have 'easiest' start to new season... and Spurs' horror run in!
Sky Sports' David Reed explains why Manchester United statistically have the easiest start to the season and why Spurs fans might be concerned by their run in.
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Burnley target Bellamy in managerial hunt
Craig Bellamy is wanted by former club Burnley to become their new manager.
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NBA Europe could generate $7 billion in Germany
Berlin and Munich identified as key markets in the NBA and FIBA's plans for a new European competition.
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Wonderwall sing-along one of my favourite England moments - Kane
Harry Kane says singing 'Wonderwall' with fans after England's win over Croatia on Wednesday was one of his "favourite ever moments" in a Three Lions shirt.
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PAOK signs Kyle Alexander to a two-year deal
Former Turk Telekom big man and EuroCup's leading shot blocker joins the Greek side.
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Can Renard revive Tunisia's World Cup campaign?
Tunisia have turned to two-time Africa Cup of Nations winner Herve Renard to revive their 2026 World Cup campaign after a disastrous start which saw Sabri Lamouchi sacked...
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Coventry play champions Arsenal in Premier League opener
Newly promoted Coventry City will travel to champions Arsenal in the first match of the 2026-27 Premier League season.
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Spurs fixtures: Brentford away first with NLD part of tough end to season
Tottenham begin their 2026/27 Premier League season with a trip to Brentford on August 22, live on Sky Sports.
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Fulham fixtures: Chelsea opener at Craven Cottage
Fulham begin the 2026/27 Premier League season hosting west London rivals Chelsea, live on Monday Night Football on Sky Sports.
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