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Bellingham unlocks new level and potential to be 'one of the greatest'

Bellingham unlocks new level and potential to be 'one of the greatest'

It's hard to imagine that just a year ago Jude Bellingham's place in the England squad was up in the air when he is now being talked about as having the potential to be one of England's "greatest of all time".

BBC Football DeskOctober 3, 2026
Who was best player on the pitch? Who looks a great addition? England ratings

Who was best player on the pitch? Who looks a great addition? England ratings

England produce one of their best performances in recent times as they thump Croatia 6-0 in Rijeka. How did our report rate the players' performances?

BBC Football DeskOctober 3, 2026
Republic of Ireland news conference ends abruptly amid accusations

Republic of Ireland news conference ends abruptly amid accusations

Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson's pre-match news conference ends abruptly as accusations are levelled at his players.

BBC Football DeskOctober 3, 2026
'I want to discover Manchester' - Olid hunts recommendations

'I want to discover Manchester' - Olid hunts recommendations

Manchester United manager Eva Olid says she is "asking for recommendations" as she prepares to look around the city for the first time during the international break

BBC Football DeskOctober 3, 2026
Desmond targeted by Celtic fan protest at Alfred Dunhill

Desmond targeted by Celtic fan protest at Alfred Dunhill

Celtic's largest shareholder Dermot Desmond is targeted in a protest at the Alfred Dunhill Links golf tournament in St Andrews as tennis balls were thrown towards him.

BBC Football DeskOctober 3, 2026
Ronaldo still 'greatest symbol' of Portugal - Fernandes

Ronaldo still 'greatest symbol' of Portugal - Fernandes

Portugal midfielder Bruno Fernandes says Cristiano Ronaldo remains the country's greatest footballing figure despite leaving the squad this week after finding out he would not start a match.

BBC Football DeskOctober 3, 2026
Man Utd & Arsenal eye Croatia striker - Sunday's gossip

Man Utd & Arsenal eye Croatia striker - Sunday's gossip

Three Premier League clubs are interested in Freiburg striker Igor Matanovic, Juventus want Liverpool centre-back Giovanni Leoni, Newcastle willing to let Joe Willock leave in January, plus more.

BBC Football DeskOctober 3, 2026
Which clubs did Man City's 'inflated' money flow to in transfer market?

Which clubs did Man City's 'inflated' money flow to in transfer market?

BBC Sport follows the trail of transfer money flowing to other clubs during Manchester City's period of financial rule-breaking.

BBC Football DeskOctober 2, 2026
Robertson's Scotland career in numbers as he wins 100th cap

Robertson's Scotland career in numbers as he wins 100th cap

Andy Robertson has become only the second man ever to play 100 times for Scotland. BBC Sport Scotland charts his international career in numbers.

BBC Football DeskOctober 3, 2026
Group has 'exploded' after Wales win - Bellamy

Group has 'exploded' after Wales win - Bellamy

Craig Bellamy says Wales' win over Norway has "thrown a hand grenade" into their Nations League group as they go in search of another victory against Denmark in Cardiff on Sunday.

BBC Football DeskOctober 3, 2026
Man City whistleblower set to lose protection amid fears for life

Man City whistleblower set to lose protection amid fears for life

Portuguese computer hacker who released documents which helped trigger the Premier League investigation into Manchester City set to lose his witness protection despite fears for his life.

BBC Football DeskOctober 2, 2026
The student playing in La Liga: Introvert Rodri's unique rise to top

The student playing in La Liga: Introvert Rodri's unique rise to top

Rodri is already playing a key role at Barcelona after turning down Real Madrid this summer. Guillem Balague looks at his journey so far.

BBC Football DeskOctober 3, 2026
'Different' Morrison gives NI new option

'Different' Morrison gives NI new option

Northern Ireland's Kieran Morrison hopes he has earned the trust of manager Michael O'Neill after impressing on his first international start.

BBC Football DeskOctober 3, 2026
Learning from Arteta and inspiring youngsters - Wilshere on management

Learning from Arteta and inspiring youngsters - Wilshere on management

Luton Town manager Jack Wilshere speaks about being back where he started as an eight-year-old and the lessons he learned from his time at Arsenal.

BBC Football DeskOctober 3, 2026
What does Man City guilty verdict mean for their squad?

What does Man City guilty verdict mean for their squad?

BBC Sport looks at how Manchester City's guilty verdict will affect their existing players' futures and the club's dealings in the transfer market.

BBC Football DeskOctober 2, 2026
Too quiet for too long, can McGinn recapture best for Scotland?

Too quiet for too long, can McGinn recapture best for Scotland?

Fifth in the all-time scoring chart for Scotland and closing in on 100 caps, John McGinn could do with finding his best stuff again, writes Tom English.

BBC Football DeskOctober 3, 2026
Flex your football brain with our daily quizzes

Flex your football brain with our daily quizzes

Test your ball knowledge against today's Who Am I?, Five in Five and Brainteaser.

BBC Football DeskOctober 3, 2026
Why beating Denmark matters to Wales' Euro 2028 hopes

Why beating Denmark matters to Wales' Euro 2028 hopes

Avoiding finishing bottom of their Nations League group is a major aim for Wales following a win over Erling Haaland's Norway.

BBC Football DeskOctober 3, 2026
Second Israel game won't be a friendly - Hallgrimsson

Second Israel game won't be a friendly - Hallgrimsson

Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson admits Sunday's second game against Israel is "not going to be a friendly" following comments from the latter's camp after last week's match in Hungary.

BBC Football DeskOctober 3, 2026
Back-to-back wins for Man Utd as they see off Liverpool

Back-to-back wins for Man Utd as they see off Liverpool

Manchester United celebrate their 250th game in the club's history with a narrow victory over Liverpool in the Women's Super League.

BBC Football DeskOctober 3, 2026
Arteta helped me understand the game - Wilshere

Arteta helped me understand the game - Wilshere

Luton Town manager Jack Wilshere shares his love for coaching and explains how Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta influnced his style.

BBC Football DeskOctober 3, 2026
Toone determined to come back better after 'difficult week'

Toone determined to come back better after 'difficult week'

Ella Toone reflects on a "difficult week" and looks back on a narrow win against Liverpool in the Women's Super League.

BBC Football DeskOctober 3, 2026
Giant Dzeko shirt unveiled in Sarajevo to mark retirement

Giant Dzeko shirt unveiled in Sarajevo to mark retirement

A giant Edin Dzeko shirt is unveiled in Sarajevo to mark the Bosnia striker's retirement from international football.

BBC Football DeskOctober 2, 2026
Who am I? Guess WSL star No 7

Who am I? Guess WSL star No 7

Work out the identity of today's Women's Super League player in as few attempts as possible.

BBC Football DeskOctober 3, 2026
The Unpromotables: Germany's league champions who can't go up

The Unpromotables: Germany's league champions who can't go up

German football is grappling with a sum that doesn't add up - four promotion spots for five league champions.

BBC Football DeskOctober 2, 2026
What can Peterborough fans expect from 'relentless' Savage?

What can Peterborough fans expect from 'relentless' Savage?

Peterborough United's director of football Barry Fry predicts life under Robbie Savage will be anything but dull.

BBC Football DeskOctober 2, 2026
Lewandowski, 38, hits hat-trick in 6-0 Poland win

Lewandowski, 38, hits hat-trick in 6-0 Poland win

Robert Lewandowski, 38, scores a hat-trick in the Nations League and Edin Dzeko plays his final game for Bosnia-Herzegovina.

BBC Football DeskOctober 3, 2026
'Hitchy is always with us' - the keeper who died after one-punch attack

'Hitchy is always with us' - the keeper who died after one-punch attack

The memory of James Hitchcock lives on at non-league Barton Town, almost two years after he died after being punched on a visit to York.

BBC Football DeskOctober 2, 2026
Wales come from behind to beat 10-man Norway

Wales come from behind to beat 10-man Norway

Watch the best of the action as Wales come from behind to beat Norway 2-1 in the Nations League.

BBC Football DeskOctober 1, 2026
Man City hold on to claim draw against Real Madrid

Man City hold on to claim draw against Real Madrid

Khadija Shaw scores a superb equaliser before Real Madrid have a late goal chalked off as the sides play out an entertaining 1-1 draw at the Joie Stadium.

BBC Football DeskOctober 1, 2026
Unusual Williamson handball sees Arsenal slip to draw with Paris FC

Unusual Williamson handball sees Arsenal slip to draw with Paris FC

A miscommunication between Arsenal goalkeeper Misa Rodriguez and England captain Leah Williamson gifts Paris FC a late equaliser as the sides draw 2-2 in the Women's Champions League.

BBC Football DeskSeptember 30, 2026
Late drama as Chelsea draw away at Lyon

Late drama as Chelsea draw away at Lyon

Chelsea have a penalty overturned by VAR, while Lauren James and Maika Hamano come close to scoring a winner during their 0-0 draw away at Lyon in the Champions League.

BBC Football DeskSeptember 30, 2026
What have Man City been found guilty of doing?

What have Man City been found guilty of doing?

Manchester City are found guilty of all charges related to breaches of Premier League financial rules between the 2009-10 and 2017-18 seasons. BBC sports editor Dan Roan explains what it means for the club and the league.

BBC Football DeskSeptember 29, 2026
Man City CEO refuses to answer questions on guilty verdict

Man City CEO refuses to answer questions on guilty verdict

Manchester City chief executive Ferran Soriano refused to answer questions about the Premier League charges from BBC Sports Editor Dan Roan at a conference of top European clubs in Copenhagen.

BBC Football DeskSeptember 29, 2026
Timely recognition or long overdue? How Gross is proving all-time bargain

Timely recognition or long overdue? How Gross is proving all-time bargain

Named the Premier League's player of the month for September, BBC Sport looks at Brighton star Pascal Gross' impact both this season and over the past nine years during his two spells at the club.

BBC Football DeskOctober 2, 2026
Tuchel would never rule out players not in top flight

Tuchel would never rule out players not in top flight

England boss Thomas Tuchel says he would "never rule out" selecting someone who is not playing in the top flight, should Manchester City be relegated.

BBC Football DeskOctober 2, 2026
How Gordon became one of England's main men

How Gordon became one of England's main men

Anthony Gordon has been England's in-form player since the World Cup knockout stage - is the Barcelona forward now undroppable?

BBC Football DeskOctober 2, 2026
Ferguson 'terrified' before 'fantastic' return to Man Utd after brain haemorrhage

Ferguson 'terrified' before 'fantastic' return to Man Utd after brain haemorrhage

Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson speaks to BBC Breakfast as he approaches his 85th birthday.

BBC Football DeskOctober 2, 2026
Man City confirm appeal against guilty verdict

Man City confirm appeal against guilty verdict

The club's statement says the ruling contains "clear material errors, of law, principle and fact, and is unsafe".

BBC Football DeskOctober 2, 2026
Why Aston Villa played Sevilla for a trophy you haven't heard of

Why Aston Villa played Sevilla for a trophy you haven't heard of

Aston Villa beat Sevilla in the Antonio Puerta Trophy, named in memory of one of the Spanish club's former players.

BBC Football DeskOctober 2, 2026
Was long-awaited win a turning point for Bellamy?

Was long-awaited win a turning point for Bellamy?

Has the impressive 2-1 victory over Norway changed the mood music for Wales and restored fans confidence in head coach Craig Bellamy?

BBC Football DeskOctober 2, 2026
Man City not 'above the rules', says No 10 after backlash to Burnham remarks

Man City not 'above the rules', says No 10 after backlash to Burnham remarks

The prime minister said he would be "really concerned" if the club's owners sell up after Premier League rule breaches.

BBC Football DeskOctober 2, 2026
Start Gannon-Doak and Bowie, but not McGinn? Key Scotland questions

Start Gannon-Doak and Bowie, but not McGinn? Key Scotland questions

Scotland head coach Sebastien Pocognoli has decisions to make as he searches for his first win in North Macedonia on Saturday.

BBC Football DeskOctober 1, 2026
Haaland 'gave me his shirt... but didn't take mine'

Haaland 'gave me his shirt... but didn't take mine'

Ben Cabango will always have a memento to remind him of Wales' memorable victory over Norway – Erling Haaland's shirt.

BBC Football DeskOctober 2, 2026
Real submit 'substantial' dossier in Barca payments case

Real submit 'substantial' dossier in Barca payments case

Real Madrid have sent Uefa "evidence of extraordinary gravity" relating to payments made by Barcelona to a former vice-president of Spain's referees' committee.

BBC Football DeskOctober 1, 2026
Ranking the best British football exports this century

Ranking the best British football exports this century

From David Beckham and Gareth Bale to Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane, who are the best British exports this century?

BBC Football DeskOctober 1, 2026
Criminal investigation? Relegation or expulsion? The key Man City questions

Criminal investigation? Relegation or expulsion? The key Man City questions

BBC Sport takes a look at the key questions following the guilty verdicts handed down to Manchester City.

BBC Football DeskSeptember 30, 2026
Inside Northern Ireland's football conveyor belt

Inside Northern Ireland's football conveyor belt

BBC Sport NI spends the day at the IFA JD Academy Residential at Campbell College where Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill catches up with the young players hoping to graduate to a full-time career.

BBC Football DeskOctober 1, 2026
How do teams deal with longer international window?

How do teams deal with longer international window?

With the international window extended to four games, how do nations like Northern Ireland deal with the additional demands on players and staff?

BBC Football DeskSeptember 30, 2026
Manager ins and outs - 2026-27

Manager ins and outs - 2026-27

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.

BBC Football DeskOctober 2, 2026
All done deals in September & October 2026

All done deals in September & October 2026

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

BBC Football DeskSeptember 25, 2026
Why is Croatia v England behind closed doors?

Why is Croatia v England behind closed doors?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains why England's Nations League match in Croatia is being played in front of a reduced capacity.

BBC Football DeskOctober 1, 2026
How much money do clubs get for Nations League players?

How much money do clubs get for Nations League players?

Our Ask Me Anything team look at what clubs are paid for releasing players for Nations League appearances.

BBC Football DeskSeptember 30, 2026
How does Cas work and why can't Man City appeal to it?

How does Cas work and why can't Man City appeal to it?

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) regulates legal disputes across the world of sport

BBC Football DeskSeptember 28, 2026
Why are Northern Ireland playing Ukraine in Slovakia?

Why are Northern Ireland playing Ukraine in Slovakia?

Northern Ireland will head to Slovakia to face Ukraine in the Nations League

BBC Football DeskSeptember 26, 2026
Who has scored against the most Premier League teams?

Who has scored against the most Premier League teams?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks at which players have scored against the most teams in Premier League history

BBC Football DeskSeptember 22, 2026
Dyche would be open to Celtic approach - gossip

Dyche would be open to Celtic approach - gossip

Premier League manager would be interested if Celtic require a mid-season change...

BBC Football DeskOctober 3, 2026
Tankards, Clough & 'creaky joints' - Tennent's Sixes returns

Tankards, Clough & 'creaky joints' - Tennent's Sixes returns

More than three decades since its last staging, Scottish football's cult indoor event makes a comeback with the "creaky joints" of former players taking to an ice rink.

BBC Football DeskOctober 2, 2026
Robertson hits 100 Scotland caps - but who else makes top 10?

Robertson hits 100 Scotland caps - but who else makes top 10?

We want you to name the 10 most capped Scotland men's players of all time, after current captain Andy Robertson makes his 100th national team appearance against North Macedonia on Saturday.

BBC Football DeskOctober 3, 2026
Money, family and sexism - why the number of women coaches is dropping

Money, family and sexism - why the number of women coaches is dropping

Despite recent on-pitch successes and increased media exposure for women's sport in the UK, major barriers remain - particularly in coaching.

BBC Football DeskOctober 1, 2026
Why penalty for Williamson handball was correct call

Why penalty for Williamson handball was correct call

Arsenal defender Leah Williamson was at the heart of a bizarre incident in their Women's Champions League draw with Paris FC.

BBC Football DeskOctober 1, 2026
The part-timers who won three Wembley finals in a row

The part-timers who won three Wembley finals in a row

You probably knew Pep Guardiola's Manchester City won four League Cups on the bounce between 2018 and 2021 – but another side did the silverware hat-trick first.

BBC Football DeskSeptember 30, 2026
A team that offered hope... then, four months later, Hamas attacked Israel

A team that offered hope... then, four months later, Hamas attacked Israel

Can the potential of a golden generation of Israel's footballers, in sport and society, be realised?

BBC Football DeskSeptember 17, 2026
Arsenal had more than 20 players on shortlist to capitalise on title win

Arsenal had more than 20 players on shortlist to capitalise on title win

Senior football correspondent Sami Mokbel goes inside Arsenal's bid to capitalise on their Premier League title and strengthen their squad this summer.

BBC Football DeskSeptember 5, 2026
73 goals from dropping deep - we ask Kane to break down how he did it

73 goals from dropping deep - we ask Kane to break down how he did it

Harry Kane was the highest goalscorer in Europe last season, yet he plays like a midfielder. We ask him to break down his game.

BBC Football DeskSeptember 4, 2026
Life as a Wag in the transfer window

Life as a Wag in the transfer window

What is life like for footballers' families during the transfer window where a last-minute deal means you need to uproot your life and move hundreds of miles?

BBC Football DeskAugust 8, 2026
A secret invite and other 'pinch-me' moments before Leicester woke up

A secret invite and other 'pinch-me' moments before Leicester woke up

Leicester are gearing up for League One but 10 years ago they were defending Premier League champions. The dream moments haven't been forgotten.

BBC Football DeskAugust 7, 2026
The summer that changed Welsh football

The summer that changed Welsh football

A decade on from Euro 2016, key figures tell BBC Sport Wales the inside story of the summer that changed Welsh football forever.

BBC Football DeskAugust 4, 2026
Lionel Messi MLS Fine Confirmed After Clash

Lionel Messi MLS Fine Confirmed After Clash

Major League Soccer disciplinary committee confirms an undisclosed fine for Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi following heated referee discussions during a playoff race clash.

Alexander ColeAugust 21, 2026
Bayern Munich Dominance Continues with Thrilling Win

Bayern Munich Dominance Continues with Thrilling Win

Bayern Munich demonstrated their attacking firepower in a commanding victory that sent a resounding message to title challengers across the German Bundesliga.

Alexander ColeAugust 17, 2026
Inter Miami Battle For Top Seed in Major League Soccer

Inter Miami Battle For Top Seed in Major League Soccer

Inter Miami's star-studded squad enters the final stretch of the regular season looking to claim the Supporters' Shield and historic home-field advantage.

Alexander ColeAugust 14, 2026