World Cup 2018: Pick your England team to face Colombia

If you were in Gareth Southgate's shoes, who would you pick to give England the best chance of beating Colombia on Tuesday and reaching the World Cup quarter-finals?

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World Cup Catch-up: Mbappe & Cavani see off Messi & Ronaldo

Watch all the best action and funnies from the first two last-16 matches of the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

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Croatia's Modric 'from a different planet', says Rakitic

Luka Modric is from a "different planet" and the best player in Croatia's history, says team-mate Ivan Rakitic.

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Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi fail to find World Cup spark once again

On the highest-scoring day of World Cup knockout football since 1970, two of the greatest players of all time failed to find the net - and both are going home.

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Gossip - Man Utd challenge Liverpool for Fekir

Liverpool and Man Utd to compete for Lyon midfielder, manager confusion at Chelsea, Petr Cech turns down Napoli, plus more.

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Edinson Cavani: Uruguay 'worried' by hamstring injury

Uruguay are worried about Edinson Cavani but do not yet know the extent of his hamstring injury, coach Oscar Tabarez says.

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From Messi to Mbappe - the passing of greatness to the next generation?

As Lionel Messi departs the World Cup - possibly for the last time - Kylian Mbappe announces himself on the world's biggest stage.

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World Cup 2018: Uruguay 2-1 Portugal highlights

Watch highlights as Edinson Cavani scores two superb goals as Uruguay beat Portugal to set up a World Cup quarter-final meeting with France.

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Watch: Cavani 'special' seals Uruguay victory over France

Edinson Cavani's superb strike restores Uruguay's lead against Portugal and sends them into the the quarter-finals of the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: How Kylian Mbappe lit up France v Argentina

Kylian Mbappe announces himself on football's biggest stage with two fine goals in a brilliant individual display as France beat Argentina to reach the World Cup quarter-finals.

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World Cup: Uruguay v Portugal - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Uruguay v Portugal at the World Cup.

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Mascherano retires from internationals after Argentina exit

Argentina midfielder Javier Mascherano retires from international duty following their World Cup exit

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I'll try to create like Beckham, says Trippier

Kieran Trippier wants to follow the example of his idol David Beckham by being England's key creator of chances against Colombia.

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World Cup 2018: France 4-3 Argentina highlights

Watch highlights as Kylian Mbappe takes centre stage with two second-half goals against Argentina to seal France's place in the quarter-finals of the 2018 World Cup.

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England to play Switzerland friendly in Leicester in September

England's international friendly against Switzerland on 11 September will be played at Leicester City's King Power Stadium.

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World Cup 2018: France's Kylian Mbappe scores France's fourth goal against Argentina

Kylian Mbappe coolly finishes a devastating counter-attack to give France a 4-2 lead against Argentina in their last 16 tie at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Germany were not hungry enough - Jurgen Klinsmann

Germany "were complacent" and "not hungry enough" as they suffered a shock World Cup exit, their former striker and manager Jurgen Klinsmann says.

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World Cup 2018: Kylian Mbappe's low strike puts France ahead

Nineteen-year-old Kylian Mbappe puts France 3-2 ahead in their last-16 tie with Argentina at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: 'Glorious' Benjamin Pavard strike brings France level

Right-back Benjamin Pavard equalises with a 'glorious' strike in France's last-16 tie with Argentina at the 2018 World Cup.

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Team talks aged two - how Mbappe became one of football's great young talents

Kylian Mbappe demonstrated during the World Cup last-16 tie against Argentina just why he is considered one of the game's great talents, but how did he get to this point?

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World Cup 2018: Angel Di Maria stunner brings Argentina level against France

Angel Di Maria scores a long-range stunner to draw Argentina level at 1-1 in their last 16 World Cup tie against France.

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Watch: Griezmann penalty gives France lead after Mbappe brought down

Antoine Griezmann gives France the lead with a penalty against Argentina after Marcos Rojo hauls down Kylian Mbappe in their round of 16 game at the World Cup.

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World Cup: France v Argentina - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for France v Argentina at the World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: What is mate and why do so many footballers drink it?

Pablo Zabaleta tells us all about the South American tea knows as 'mate', the pre-match drink of choice for some of the continents biggest names such as Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez.

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World Cup 2018: Ronaldo shows off his skills in Portugal training

Cristiano Ronaldo shows off his skills in training by bending a ball into the net from behind the corner flag, as Portugal prepare for their last 16 tie with Uruguay.

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World Cup 2018: Lionel Messi has no escape from Cristiano Ronaldo

There is no escape for Lionel Messi - this is the view from the back of Argentina's World Cup hotel.

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Mendy out for France against Argentina

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's game between France and Argentina in the World Cup round of 16.

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'Plotting our route to the semi-finals? How can we be so arrogant?'

An open tournament and nothing to fear, but the Three Lions cannot look past their next game, says ex-England captain Alan Shearer.

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Southgate glad England have 'edge back' after 'love in'

England have their "edge back" following the "love in" they received before the loss to Belgium at the World Cup, says manager Gareth Southgate.

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Livingston to name ex-Rangers striker Miller as player-manager

Livingston expected to confirm former Rangers striker Kenny Miller as their new player-manager.

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Messi is not dictating tactics or selection - Sampaoli

Argentina's manager rejects claims his captain is making key decisions and says they will play with "knives between their teeth" against France.

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World Cup 2018: Argentina players have last chance - Pablo Zabaleta

A number of Argentina's players will not get another opportunity to win the World Cup, says former defender Pablo Zabaleta.

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Watford's Gray facing US court appearance after allegedly hitting a woman in a nightclub

A Premier League player is facing a court appearance after allegedly hitting a woman in Las Vegas.

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World Cup 2018: What went wrong for African teams in Russia?

All African teams are out of the World Cup. So what is to blame: bad luck, VAR or a lack of flair?

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Super Saturday & GOATs heading out? All you need to know about the last 16

After 48 group games and 122 goals, BBC Sport looks at what we can expect from the last 16 of the World Cup.

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Record 40m watch World Cup online with BBC Sport

More people than ever have watched the World Cup online on the BBC, with more than 40m live and on-demand requests for action.

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I said 'go for it' - player agrees transfer on wedding day

Defender Joe Riley reveals that he approved his move to new club Plymouth Argyle on his wedding day.

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Uruguay v Portugal - preview of the last-16 game

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's World Cup round of 16 game between Uruguay and Portugal.

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No need to change fair play rankings policy - Fifa

Fifa defends the fair play criteria used to rank teams with equal records in the World Cup group stage.

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World Cup 2018: How I found the missing six 2006 stickers, by Radio 1's Chris Stark

Radio 1's Chris Stark tried to find the six players missing from a 2006 World Cup sticker book - this is the story of what happened.

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World Cup VAR system 'fine-tuned' after criticism

VAR officials are looking out for certain incidents at the World Cup following criticism about unpunished off-the-ball shirt-pulling.

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Time against Gerrard to make Rangers competitive - Laudrup

Former Rangers midfielder Brian Laudrup says new manager Steven Gerrard will have little time to gel his squad for the new season.

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After revealing his own struggles, players come to Morecambe's Ellison for depression advice

Morecambe's Kevin Ellison says three fellow footballers have visited him for advice since he revealed he has depression.

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World Cup 2018: Cristiano Ronaldo is '50% of Portugal', says Diego Forlan

Uruguay will be "stopping 50% of Portugal" if they contain Cristiano Ronaldo in Saturday's last-16 World Cup tie, says former striker Diego Forlan.

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Tottenham reveal latest images of new stadium

Tottenham release the latest images of their new stadium, which is nearing completion.

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Marouane Fellaini: Manchester United midfielder signs new two-year deal

Belgium midfielder Marouane Fellaini signs a new two-year contract at Manchester United.

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Defender Chambers set to sign new Arsenal deal

Arsenal's Calum Chambers is set to stay at Emirates Stadium - and new boss Unai Emery wants him to compete for a starting position at centre-back.

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Mohamed Elyounoussi signs for Southampton from Basel for reported £16m

Southampton sign attacking midfielder Mohamed Elyounoussi for a reported £16m from Swiss side Basel.

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World Cup 2018: Everything you need to know about penalty shootouts

What makes the perfect World Cup penalty? Just how bad are England at them? Does luck come into it? Your guide to World Cup shootouts.

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World Cup 2018: Best goals of the group stage

Watch 15 of the best goals of the group stage at the 2018 World Cup, with strikes from the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Luka Modric.

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Hillsborough match commander David Duckenfield will go on trial

The decision to prosecute the former Chief Superintendent was made by a judge at Preston Crown Court.

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Neymar to fire Brazil into quarter-finals? Lawro's last-16 predictions

BBC Sport's football expert Mark Lawrenson gives his predictions for the last-16 fixtures at the World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Take our quiz on the group stage

With the group stage of the World Cup over, take our quiz to check how closely you've been watching the tournament so far.

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Late goals, shocks & VAR: A group stage to remember - plus vote for your favourite moment

The World Cup group stages had enough memorable storylines to last a lifetime - but how did it compare to previous tournaments?

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World Cup 2018: Idrissa Gueye has hand on hip as Colombia score against Senegal

Senegal midfielder Idrissa Gueye takes a casual approach to defending a corner which leads to Yerry Melina's winner for Colombia.

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African football suffers 'step back' following worst World Cup showing for 36 years - Drogba

Didier Drogba says African football has suffered a "big step back" after Senegal's exit ensures the continent's worst World Cup showing for 36 years.

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World Cup 2018: Japan & Poland approach disgraceful - Phil Neville

Match of the Day pundit Phil Neville criticises the way Japan and Poland played out the closing stages of their group H match at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Senegal 0-1 Colombia highlights

Watch highlights as Colombia beat Senegal 1-0, sending them through to the last 16 as Group H winners.

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World Cup 2018: Japan 0-1 Poland highlights

Watch highlights as Japan lose to Poland in their final World Cup group game - but reach the last 16 by having a better disciplinary record than Senegal.

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Japan through on fair play rule despite defeat by Poland

Japan reach the last 16 of the World Cup by virtue of having fewer bookings than Senegal despite losing their final group game to Poland.

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Colombia through to potential England tie but Senegal crash out

Yerry Mina's second-half header sends Colombia into a potential last 16 tie with England at the World Cup at the expense of Senegal.

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World Cup 2018: Yerry Mina gives Columbia lead against Senegal

A near-post header from Yerry Mina gives Columbia a the lead against fellow Group H rivals Senegal at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Jan Bednarek puts Poland ahead against Japan

Jan Bednarek opens the scoring for Poland against Japan in the final round of games in group H at the 2018 World Cup.

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Mark Halsey: Former Premier League referee says player asked to be booked

Former Premier League referee Mark Halsey says he once showed a yellow card to a player who had asked him to.

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World Cup 2018: Japan keeper Eiji Kawashima makes brilliant save against Poland

Japan goalkeeper Eiji Kawashima pulls off one of the saves of the tournament to deny Poland's Bartosz Bereszynski in their final group H game at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: How does drawing lots work?

Reality Check asks what will happen if lots have to be drawn to decide rankings at the World Cup?

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Rooney signs for DC United on three-and-a-half-year deal

Everton striker Wayne Rooney joins Major League Soccer outfit DC United on a three-and-a-half-year deal.

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Wayne Rooney: Five great Premier League goals for Manchester United and Everton

Watch five great Wayne Rooney Premier League goals, for both Manchester United and Everton, with the striker on the verge of moving to DC United in the MLS.

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World Cup 2018: Senegal v Colombia - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Senegal and Colombia in the World Cup group match.

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World Cup 2018: Japan v Poland - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Japan and Poland in the World Cup group match.

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World Cup 2018: Sardar Azmoun retires from playing for Iran at 23

Iran striker Sardar Azmoun retires from international football at 23, claiming his mother has become seriously ill because of insults he has received.

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World Cup 2018: England need to keep winning momentum - Dion Dublin

Former England striker Dion Dublin joins Alex Scott for World Cup gossip to discuss England's approach for their final group game against Belgium on Thursday.

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Willie Kirk: Manchester United Women name ex-Bristol City boss assistant coach

Former Bristol City boss Willie Kirk is named as Casey Stoney's number two at the new Manchester United Women's side.

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World Cup 2018: Your England team to face Belgium in final group game

England face Belgium on Thursday, but would you stick with the same XI or rest players? Well, you have spoken...

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Liverpool and Chelsea agree Solanke fee - a year after his move

Liverpool and Chelsea have come to an agreement over the fee for striker Dominic Solanke - a year after his move to Merseyside.

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Kane? Messi? Modric? Pick your team of the group stage

Does Harry Kane belong among the world's elite? Has Lionel Messi offered enough? Who makes your team of the group stage?

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World Cup 2018: Costa Rica score as every nation finds the back of the net

Kendall Waston's goal for Costa Rica means each of the 32 nations has scored at least one goal in the 2018 World Cup.

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Wayne Rooney: Everton striker set to confirm two-and-a-half-year DC United deal

Everton striker Wayne Rooney is expected to complete his move to Major League Soccer outfit DC United on Thursday.

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Romelu Lukaku: Belgium striker ruled out of England game

Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku is ruled out of Thursday's World Cup game against England, which will decide who wins group G.

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Joao Cancelo: Juventus sign Valencia defender for £35.5m

Juventus sign Portuguese defender Joao Cancelo from Valencia on a five-year deal for 40.4 million euros (£35.5m).

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World Cup 2018: German World Cup exit a surprise - Southgate

England manager Gareth Southgate admits Germany's exit at the group stage of the 2018 World Cup is a surprise.

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World Cup 2018: Germany boss Joachim Low admits side deserved to go out

Germany boss Joachim Low admits his side deserved to go out of the World Cup after they crashed out in the group stage in "historic" fashion.

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Grant McCann: Doncaster Rovers appoint former Peterborough boss as manager

League One club Doncaster Rovers appoint former Peterborough boss Grant McCann as their new manager.

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World Cup 2018: Mexico 0-3 Sweden highlights

Watch highlights as goals from Ludwig Augustinsson and Andreas Granqvist, plus an own goal from Mexico's Edson Alvarez help Sweden to comfortably beat Mexico and send them through to the last 16 as winners of Group F.

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World Cup 2018: South Korea 2-0 Germany highlights

Watch highlights as defending champions Germany are eliminated from the 2018 World Cup after losing to South Korea in Kazan.

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World Cup 2018: Something not right in German camp - Jermaine Jenas

BBC Sport's Jermaine Jenas says there is "something not right" in the German camp after the holders are knocked out of the World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Sweden reach last 16 with win over Mexico

Sweden secure their place in the last 16 of the World Cup with a win over Mexico, who also progress as Germany lose.

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World Cup 2018: Son Heung-min taps into empty net after Manuel Neuer error

Son Heung-min taps into an empty net to double South Korea's lead against Germany's after goalkeeper Manuel Neuer is caught up field searching for a goal.

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World Cup 2018: Germany out of tournament after losing to South Korea

World Cup holders Germany are eliminated from the 2018 tournament after losing to two stoppage-time goals against South Korea in Kazan.

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World Cup 2018: Kim Young-gwon's VAR goal knocks out Germany out

Watch as VAR is used to confirm a goal by South Korea's Kim Young-gwon which knocks holders Germany out of the World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Sweden reach last 16 with win over Mexico

Sweden secure their place in the last 16 of the World Cup with a win over Mexico, who also progress as world champions Germany are knocked out.

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World Cup 2018: Edson Alvarez own goal puts Sweden in control

Mexico's Edson Alvarez turns into his own net to put Sweden 3-0 up in their final group F game at the 2018 World Cup.

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Marouane Fellaini: Manchester United midfielder close to signing new two-year deal

Belgium midfielder Marouane Fellaini is close to signing a new two-year contract at Manchester United.

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World Cup 2018: John Stones bank holiday? 'I'd push for that for the people'

England defender John Stones talks to Gabby Logan about expectations for the team ahead of the final group game against Belgium.

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World Cup 2018: Andreas Granqvist spot-kick doubles Sweden lead

Andreas Granqvist doubles Sweden's lead over Mexico from the penalty spot in their final group F game at the 2018 World Cup.

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Watch: Augustinsson volleys Sweden into lead

Ludwig Augustinsson volleys home his first international goal for Sweden to give them a 1-0 lead over Mexico in the final round of Group F fixtures at World Cup 2018.

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AC Milan banned from Europe for one year for Financial Fair Play breach

AC Milan are banned from European football for one year for breaching Financial Fair Play regulations.

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Jack Rodwell: Sunderland cancel midfielder's contract

Sunderland cancel midfielder Jack Rodwell's £43,000-a-week contract following their relegation to League One.

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West Ham charged over pitch invasion against Burnley

West Ham are charged after supporters invaded the pitch at the London Stadium during the Premier League defeat by Burnley in March.

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World Cup 2018: Mexico v Sweden - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Mexico and Sweden in the World Cup group match.

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World Cup 2018: South Korea v Germany - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for South Korea and Germany in the World Cup group match.

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Southampton winger Tadic agrees Ajax move

Southampton winger Dusan Tadic agrees to join Dutch club Ajax for an undisclosed fee.

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Keita to wear Gerrard's number eight shirt for Liverpool

Naby Keita will become the first player to wear the number eight shirt since Steven Gerrard left Liverpool in 2014.

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Flood leaves Dunfermline a week after arriving

Midfielder Willo Flood leaves Dunfermline nine days after joining the club having been made an offer by Bali United.

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'I'm done with Mexican food if we lose' - says ex-Sweden player known as 'Taco'

Former Sweden midfielder Anders Svensson will give up his favourite food if Mexico knock his country out of the World Cup.

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Stuart Armstrong: Southampton signing from Celtic aims to 'hit ground running'

Scotland midfielder Stuart Armstrong says he wants to "hit the ground running" after leaving Celtic for Southampton.

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World Cup 2018: Is Lionel Messi the GOAT or just a normal human being?

BBC Sport pundit and former Argentina defender Pablo Zabaleta spills the beans on his old friend Lionel Messi.

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England's Rose now 'open' to family coming to Russia

England's Danny Rose says he is "open" to his family coming to the World Cup, having previously told them not to over fears of racism.

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Stuart Armstrong: Southampton sign Celtic midfielder on four-year deal

Southampton sign Celtic midfielder Stuart Armstrong on a four-year-deal, understood to be worth £7m.

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World Cup 2018: Australia 0-2 Peru highlights

Watch highlights as Peru earn their first World Cup victory for 40 years as they beat Australia in the last match of the tournament for both sides.

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World Cup 2018: France secure top spot as Denmark progress

France qualify for the World Cup last-16 as group winners with a 0-0 draw against runners-up Denmark

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World Cup 2018: Denmark 0-0 France highlights

Watch highlights as Denmark join France in the last 16 of the World Cup after playing out the first goalless draw of the tournament.

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New red ball for knockout stage at Russia 2018

A new red match ball, the Telstar Mechta, will be used for the knockout stage of the World Cup in Russia.

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World Cup 2018: Peru beat Australia 2-0 to win first finals match for 40 years

Peru record their first win at a World Cup finals since 1978 as they beat Australia in the last match of the tournament for both sides.

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World Cup 2018: Andre Carrillo volleys Peru ahead against Australia

Andre Carrillo strikes a superb volley for Peru's first goal of the 2018 World Cup during their 2-0 win over Australia in the final round of Group C fixtures.

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World Cup 2018: Ighalo says Nigeria's clash against Argentina will be ‘a war’

Nigeria striker Odion Ighalo says Tuesday’s decisive World Cup Group D clash against Argentina in Saint Petersburg will be ‘a war’.

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Gareth Southgate: Should England manager make changes?

Should Gareth Southgate make changes to the starting XI against Belgium? Or is momentum more important?

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World Cup 2018: Denmark v France - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Denmark and France in the World Cup group match.

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World Cup 2018: Australia v Peru - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Australia and Peru in the World Cup group match.

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'England just go out and play' - Maradona

Diego Maradona says England are reaping the benefits of teaching players to be more comfortable in possession rather than playing long balls.

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'I'd be dead inside if I'd not responded' - watch Sweden coach react to German celebrations

Sweden coach Janne Andersson says he would be "dead inside" if he did not react to Germany's celebrations after Saturday's dramatic World Cup game.

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England learned from Spain, Germany and the NFL - Southgate

Spending time in the NFL and studying Germany and Spain's World Cup wins has helped England improve their set-pieces, says Gareth Southgate.

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World Cup 2018: Fifa to investigate Germany and Sweden full-time scuffle

Fifa say they will investigate the scuffle at the end of Germany's 2-1 win over Sweden after German officials Ulrich Voigt and Georg Behlau appeared to taunt the Sweden bench.

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Switzerland fans start crowdfunding appeal to pay fines

Switzerland fans start a crowdfunding appeal to pay the fines imposed on three Swiss players at the World Cup in Russia.

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Danny Ings: Liverpool striker set to leave Anfield this summer

Liverpool striker Danny Ings has told Reds boss Jurgen Klopp he wants to leave Anfield before the start of next season.

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Harvey Neville follows in family's footsteps in signing Manchester United contract

The Neville dynasty at Manchester United looks set to continue after Phil Neville's son Harvey signs a professional contract at the club.

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Brazil expected to be unchanged for final group game against Serbia

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's World Cup game between Serbia and Brazil.

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World Cup reporter Julia Guimaraes' fury at on-camera kiss attempt

Brazilian Julia Guimaraes tells the man off, saying: "Never do this to a woman, ok? Respect".

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World Cup 2018: Essam El-Hadary becomes World Cup's oldest player

Egypt's Essam El-Hadary marks becoming the World Cup's oldest ever player at 45 years and 161 days by saving a penalty.

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New boss Bielsa watched 'all 51 Leeds games from last season'

Marcelo Bielsa says he has reviewed all 51 of Leeds United's games from last season to prepare to take charge of the club.

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England match 'ideal opportunity' to rest players, says Belgium head of fitness

Belgium are set to rest players for their decisive World Cup Group G match against England, says their head of team and individual fitness.

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Switzerland trio avoid bans for 'double eagle' celebrations

Switzerland's Granit Xhaka, Xherdan Shaqiri and Stephan Lichtsteiner avoid being banned for their 'eagle gesture' goal celebrations in the World Cup win over Serbia.

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World Cup 2018: Saudi Arabia 2-1 Egypt highlights

Mohamed Salah scores his second goal of the World Cup but Egypt end their campaign pointless after defeat by Saudi Arabia in group A.

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Saudis beat Egypt despite Salah strike

Mohamed Salah scores his second goal of the World Cup but Egypt end their campaign pointless with defeat by Saudi Arabia.

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Rangers' Declan John welcomes competition for places at Ibrox

Declan John welcomes competition for places at Rangers following fellow full-back Jon Flanagan's arrival.

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World Cup 2018: Uruguay 3-0 Russia highlights

Luis Suarez, Edison Cavani and a Denis Cheryshev own goal earn Uruguay a comfortable 3-0 win over hosts Russia to send them through to the last 16 as winners of Group A.

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World Cup 2018: Mohammed Salah's smart finish gives Egypt lead

Egypt's Mohammed Salah opens the scoring with a lobbed finish before Saudi Arabia fight back to win 2-1 in the final round of Group A fixtures at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Luis Suarez gives Uruguay lead against Russia

Luis Suarez tucks in a low free-kick to give Uruguay an early lead in a 3-0 victory over hosts Russia in the final round of Group A fixtures at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Uruguay ease to victory over Russia to win Group A

Uruguay maintain their 100% record at the World Cup as they beat Russia to finish top of Group A and end the hosts' unbeaten start.

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Shearer analysis: How England rely on set pieces – and why I don't care

Gareth Southgate's side are the kings of the set-piece so far at this World Cup - and it is something to be proud of, says former England captain Alan Shearer.

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Wayne Rooney: Five great Premier League goals for Manchester United and Everton

Watch five great Wayne Rooney Premier League goals, for both Manchester United and Everton, with the striker on the verge of moving to DC United in the MLS.

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Max Gradel: Bournemouth winger joins French club Toulouse

Bournemouth winger Max Gradel joins French club Toulouse for an undisclosed fee after two spells on the south coast.

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Wayne Rooney: Everton striker on verge of DC United move

Everton striker Wayne Rooney is on the verge of completing his move to Major League Soccer outfit DC United.

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World Cup 2018: Uruguay v Russia - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Uruguay and Russia in the World Cup group match.

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World Cup 2018: Saudi Arabia v Egypt - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Saudi Arabia and Egypt in the World Cup group match.

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Southampton target Armstrong in scoring action

Celtic midfielder Stuart Armstrong is set to move to Southampton this week.

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Peru's Farfan 'recovering' after 'traumatic brain injury' in training

Jefferson Farfan will miss Peru's final World Cup group match against Australia on Tuesday after suffering a "traumatic brain injury".

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Colombia dedicate win to Sanchez after death threats

Colombia coach Jose Pekerman dedicates his side's win over Poland to midfielder Carlos Sanchez, who received death threats after being sent off.

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England-Panama draws 82.9% peak TV audience share

England's record-breaking 6-1 victory over Panama at the World Cup on Sunday draws an 82.9 % peak share of the television audience to BBC One.

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'England can exploit Belgium's defence' - Scott's scouting report

BBC Sport's Alex Scott picks out Belgium's biggest threats and discusses how England can break Roberto Martinez's side down.

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World Cup 2018: Zabivaka the mascot takes on the footballers in a World Cup dance off

World Cup mascot Zabivaka, a Wolf whose name translates as The Goalscorer, shows that he is no slouch on the dancefloor as he rises to the challenge of replicating some famous football dance celebrations for BBC Sport.

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World Cup 2018: Lawro's predictions - final group games

BBC Sport's football expert Mark Lawrenson gives his predictions for the final round of group games at the World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Radamel Falcao bags Colombia's second goal to put them 2-0 up against Pola

Radamel Falcao scores his first goal at a World Cup as Colombia end Poland's World Cup hopes with a 3-0 win in Group H.

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World Cup 2018: Poland 0-3 Colombia highlights

Watch highlights as Colombia's convincing 3-0 win sends Poland out of the 2018 World Cup.

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Dominant Colombia end Poland's hopes of last 16

Radamel Falcao scores his first goal of the World Cup as Colombia claim a dominant win to end Poland's hopes of reaching the last 16.

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Sheffield FC Ladies withdraw from FA Women's Championship because of financial problems

Sheffield FC Ladies withdraw from the FA Women's Championship because of financial problems.

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World Cup: England set new records in 6-1 victory over Panama

England's 6-1 victory over Panama made it two wins from two at the World Cup, with eight goals scored - and the records tumbled.

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World Cup 2018: Poland v Colombia - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Poland and Colombia in the World Cup group match.

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World Cup 2018: Japan 2-2 Senegal highlights

Watch highlights of Japan's thrilling 2-2 draw with Senegal in the increasingly tight Group H.

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World Cup 2018: Serbia FA president charged by Fifa over BBC interview

Serbia FA president is charged by Fifa for an interview he gave to the BBC, where he accused the governing body of showing bias against his country.

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Japan come from behind twice to draw with Senegal

Japan and Senegal remain well placed to reach the knockout stage of the World Cup after an entertaining draw in Ekaterinburg.

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World Cup 2018: Japan substitute Keisuke Honda bags equaliser against Senegal

Watch as Japan football legend Keisuke Honda scores an equaliser to level the score at 2-2 in their Group H match with Senegal.

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England 6-1 Panama: How England fans reacted to record win

England fans across the country and around the world react to the Three Lions' record win at a World Cup finals during their 6-1 victory over Panama in Russia.

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World Cup 2018: Wague smashes home his first international goal to give Senegal the lead

Watch as Wague scores his first international goal to give Senegal a 2-1 lead over Japan in Group H.

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World Cup: England, with new team & confidence, give nation joy & optimism

Optimism is soaring in the England camp and at home - with good reason, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

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'It's coming home!' - how England's record World Cup win unfolded

Gareth Southgate's young England squad booked their place in the knockout stage of the World Cup and social media was at its best.

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World Cup 2018: What would happen if England actually won the World Cup?

BBC Sport imagines what would happen if England actually went all the way and won the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

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World Cup 2018: Argentina's Javier Mascherano dismisses player revolt rumours

Argentina's Javier Mascherano says the team's relationship with coach Jorge Sampaoli is "totally normal" after reports of a player revolt.

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World Cup 2018: Takashi Inui equalises for Japan against Senegal in Group H

Watch as Japan's Takashi Inui cancels out Sadio Mane's goal to level the score at 1-1 in their Group H match against Senegal.

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World Cup 2018: 'Sheer brilliance' that has 'excited the nation' - England pundit reaction

'Sparkling' and 'sheer brilliance' - BBC Sport's World Cup pundits react to Sunday's 6-1 win over Panama.

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World Cup 2018: Japan v Senegal - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Japan and Senegal in the World Cup group match.

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World Cup 2018: Sadio Mane scores to give Senegal 1-0 lead over Japan

Watch Sadio Mane score an early goal to put Senegal 1-0 up against Japan in Group H.

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Kane tops your ratings v Panama but who else is up there?

Who impressed the most as England thrashed Panama 6-1 to record their biggest ever World Cup win?

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England 6-1 Panama: Gareth Southgate says he did not like performance

England manager Gareth Southgate says he did not like the start and end of his side's performance in their record-breaking 6-1 World Cup win against Panama.

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World Cup 2018: Gareth Southgate 'didn't particularly like' England performance against Panama

England boss Gareth Southgate says he "didn't particularly like" England's performance as they beat Panama 6-1 to reach the World Cup last 16.

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World Cup 2018: England 6-1 Panama highlights

Watch highlights of England's record-breaking 6-1 win over Panama in their Group G match.

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World Cup 2018: Hat-trick one of my lucky ones - Harry Kane

Harry Kane says his hat-trick against Panama was "one of his lucky ones" as England reach the knockout stage with a 6-1 win.

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World Cup 2018: Panama celebrate pulling a goal back against England

Watch as Panama score their first ever World Cup goal in the 6-1 defeat by England.

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World Cup 2018: Harry Kane seals his hat-trick to put England 6-0 up

Watch as Harry Kane completes his hat-trick with a lucky deflection to put England 6-0 up in their Group G tie with Panama at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Luka Modric could already be Ballon d'Or winner, says Dejan Lovren

Croatia defender Dejan Lovren says team-mate Luka Modric would already be a contender for the Ballon d'Or award if he was Spanish or German.

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World Cup 2018: John Stones bags his second of the game to put England 4-0 up

Watch as England's John Stones gets his second goal of the game to put England 4-0 up against Panama.

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World Cup 2018: England in dreamland as Kane puts England 5-0 up before half-time

Watch as Harry Kane nets England's fifth goal of the game

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World Cup 2018: Jesse Lingard scores a spectacular third goal for England

Watch Jesse Lingard score a "beautiful third" for England to put them 3-0 up in their Group G tie with Panama.

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World Cup 2018: Harry Kane scores to give England 2-0 lead against Panama

Watch as Harry Kane makes it 2-0 from the spot after Jesse Lingard is fouled during England's Group G tie with Panama at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: England v Panama - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for England and Panama in the World Cup group match.

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Watch: Stones heads home to give England flying start

Watch John Stones head England in front in the eighth minute against Panama in their Group G match at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup: England fans and eight-year-old best mates 'loving their third World Cup together'

Meet, Kobe, Max, Niall, Jacob and Kyle, five cheeky eight year olds, sport mad, best mates and all massive England fans.

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World Cup 2018: Sweden's Jimmy Durmaz defended by team-mates after racial abuse

Sweden players defend team-mate Jimmy Durmaz after he receives racial abuse following their dramatic World Cup defeat by Germany.

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Switzerland duo facing bans over 'eagle' celebrations

Switzerland pair Granit Xhaka and Xherdan Shaqiri are facing two-match bans for their goal celebrations in the win over Serbia.

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Gossip: Man Utd enter race for Mbappe

Manchester United enter race for Mbappe, Asensio attracting Liverpool interest, Manchester City have verbal agreement over Jorginho, plus more.

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It's now or never for Belgium's golden generation - Lukaku

Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku says it is now or never for Belgium's senior players to enjoy success at international level.

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World Cup 2018: Are Germany suffering from the World Champions curse?

Will the World Cup champions' curse strike again in 2018? Could Germany really crash out of the World Cup at the group stage?

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World Cup 2018: Germany v Sweden - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Germany and Sweden in the World Cup group match.

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England youngsters have chance to create own history - Southgate

England manager Gareth Southgate tells his players to "create their own history" as they seek the win over Panama that would put them into the last 16.

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Man banned over 'anti-Semitic' video

One man gets a five-year ban and two others are to appear in court after a video circulated online.

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World Cup 2018: 'He can do everything' - Frank Lampard on Ruben Loftus-Cheek

BBC pundit Frank Lampard has known England midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek since he was 15 - and is convinced he is the complete package.

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World Cup 2018: Egypt's Mohamed Salah becomes 'honorary citizen of Chechnya'

Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov announces Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah is now an honorary citizen of the Russian republic.

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World Cup 2018: South Korea 1-2 Mexico highlights

Watch highlights as Javier Hernandez's 50th international goal helps Mexico take a big step towards the last 16 of the World Cup with 2-1 win against South Korea.

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Mexico in dominant win over South Korea

Mexico take a big step towards reaching the last 16 with a dominant victory over South Korea, who are now on the brink of elimination.

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World Cup 2018: Javier Hernandez doubles Mexico lead against South Korea

Javier Hernandez scores Mexico's decisive second goal in their 2-1 win against South Korea at the World Cup in Russia.

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Leaked England training notes no advantage - Panama boss

Panama boss Hernan Dario Gomez says England's leaked training notes do not give his side "any advantage" in Sunday's World Cup game.

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World Cup 2018: South Korea v Mexico- rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for South Korea and Mexico in the World Cup group match.

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World Cup 2018: Belgium 5-2 Tunisia highlights

Watch highlights as Romelu Lukaku and Eden Hazard both score twice to give Belgium a convincing victory against Tunisia in Group G at the World Cup in Russia.

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World Cup 2018: Watch Michy Batshuayi's incredible miss for Belgium v Tunisia

Belgium's Michy Batshuayi misses a glorious chance against Tunisia - hitting the crossbar from inside the six-yard box.

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Lukaku & Hazard put Belgium on verge of last 16

Premier League pair Romelu Lukaku and Eden Hazard both score twice as Belgium secure qualification with victory over Tunisia.

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World Cup 2018: Eden Hazard scores Belgium's 'fantastic' fourth goal v Tunisia

Eden Hazard produces a brilliant finish for Belgium's fourth goal against Group G rivals Tunisia at the 2018 World Cup.

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Carl Ikeme: Wolves keeper in 'complete remission'

Wolves keeper Carl Ikeme is in "complete remission" after "a tough year and intense chemotherapy" following his diagnosis of acute leukaemia in 2017.

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World Cup 2018: Belgium v Tunisia - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Belgium and Tunisia in the World Cup group match.

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World Cup 2018: Romelu Lukaku strike doubles Belgium's lead against Tunisia

Romelu Lukaku's low strike doubles Belgium's lead following Eden Hazard's earlier penalty in the Group G fixture at the 2018 World Cup.

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'He started his trade presentation with football replays' - life as the British Ambassador to Panama

British Ambassador to Panama Damion Potter explains the country's passion for their team at the World Cup ahead of Sunday's match against England

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World Cup 2018: Brazilian commentator goes wild for late goals

The Brazilian commenter let her excitement show on Philippe Coutinho and Neymar's late goals in their 2-0 win over Costa Rica.

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'Double eagle' celebration provokes Serbs

Both Switzerland's goals in the victory over Serbia were scored by ethnic Kosovan Albanians.

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Why England stand out, the key to African success - and life without a ponytail

Didier Drogba on his new look, what African teams must do to succeed in success in Russia, and which teams have impressed him so far.

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Ex-defender Enrique recovering from brain surgery

Former Liverpool and Newcastle defender Jose Enrique is recovering from surgery to remove a brain tumour.

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Mohamed Salah: Liverpool & Egypt forward 'breaking down barriers' on Islam

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah is helping to tackle Islamophobia in the city, the region's mayor tells a BBC Radio 5 live show about the high-profile Muslim.

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The 'film star' defender leading Panama's challenge against England

How Roman Torres achieved film-star status after his goal took Panama to the World Cup - and why Harry Kane holds no fears for him.

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World Cup Gossip: Who is the surprise package & best defender so far?

Alex Scott and Matt Upson discuss the latest goings-on at the World Cup, including the surprise package and best defender on show at the tournament so far.

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World Cup 2018: Aleksandar Mitrovic scores the opener for Serbia

Aleksandar Mitrovic powers in a first-half header to give Serbia the lead against Switzerland in Group E at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Neymar sparks debate with dives, flicks and tears

The dives, the 'arrogant' flicks, the big cry at the end - Neymar's World Cup escapades have got everyone talking.

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Antonio Conte, Maurizio Sarri and Roman Abramovich: What's going on at Chelsea?

No new players, Antonio Conte still in place, Maurizio Sarri still at Napoli and Roman Abramovich cutting funding - what is going on at Chelsea, asks Simon Stone?

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World Cup 2018: Nigeria 2-0 Iceland highlights

Watch highlights as an Ahmed Muza second-half double gives Nigeria an impressive victory over Group D rivals Iceland at the 2018 World Cup.

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Justin Kluivert: Roma sign Ajax winger for initial £15.16m

Roma complete the signing of winger Justin Kluivert, son of former Netherlands striker Patrick, from Ajax on a five-year deal.

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World Cup 2018: Nigeria 2-0 Iceland

Ahmed Musa scores both goals as Nigeria beat World Cup debutants Iceland to leave Group D intriguingly poised.

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World Cup 2018: Players mixing with the press is false - Danny Murphy

Danny Murphy, Jermaine Jenas and Didier Drogba discuss the role of the media following the publication of England's training notes by the press.

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World Cup 2018: Ahmed Musa exquisite touch and finish puts Nigeria ahead

Ahmed Musa's exquisite touch and finish puts Nigeria 1-0 up against Iceland in their group D tie at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: The good, the bad, and the Neymar

Watch the very best and worst of Brazil striker Neymar; who was denied a penalty and booked for discontent before scoring his side's second stoppage-time goal.

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West Ham co-owner Sullivan to step in over London Stadium

West Ham co-owner David Sullivan is set to personally step in to try to sort out the impasse surrounding the London Stadium.

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World Cup 2018: Nigeria v Iceland - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Nigeria and Iceland in the World Cup group match.

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World Cup 2018: Brazil 2-0 Costa Rica highlights

Watch highlights as Philippe Coutinho and Neymar save Brazil with stoppage-time strikes against Costa Rica, following another uninspiring display at the 2018 World Cup.

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Media must choose whether to help England, says Southgate

The media must decide if they want to "help the team or not", says England boss Gareth Southgate, after pictures of training notes are published online.

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World Cup 2018: Philippe Coutinho's injury-time winner saves Brazil

Philippe Coutinho scores an injury-time winner against Costa Rica to help Brazil to their first victory at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Brazil's Neymar denied VAR penalty against Costa Rica

Brazil forward Neymar is denied a penalty after a VAR review after going down in the penalty area against Costa Rica in Group E at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: England's Dele Alli likely to miss Panama match

Dele Alli is still not training and is likely to miss England's second World Cup group game against Panama on Sunday.

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PSV Eindhoven: Mark van Bommel becomes new head coach

PSV Eindhoven appoint former Dutch midfielder Mark van Bommel as their new coach on a three-year deal

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Fabrizio Ravanelli: Ex-Juventus and Italy striker takes charge of Ukraine's Arsenal Kiev

Former Middlesbrough, Juventus and Italy striker Fabrizio Ravanelli returns to club management despite admitting "my wife wasn't very happy with this".

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World Cup 2018: Brazil v Costa Rica - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Brazil v Costa Rica in the World Cup group match.

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Egypt to make formal complaint about referee

Egypt's football association are to make a formal complaint to Fifa about the performance of referee Enrique Caceres in their World Cup defeat by Russia.

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Binocular booze-smuggling gets Colombian fan sacked

Colombian airline Avianca fires a man for smuggling alcohol in binoculars into a World Cup match.

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Argentina team worst ever - World Cup winner Ardiles

Argentina's Word Cup squad is the "worst in their history" and not even "the best player in the world" can make them competitive, says Ossie Ardiles.

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Buses, bed sheets & cleaning toilets – Sterling tells his own story

Raheem Sterling tells the Players' Tribune why his childhood struggles make him unconcerned by the media 'picking on him'.

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World Cup 2018: France 1-0 Peru highlights

Watch highlights as 19-year-old Kylian Mbappe becomes France's youngest ever major tournament goalscorer as his goal helps France to a 1-0 victory over Peru at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Kylian Mbappe makes history for France

19-year-old Kylian Mbappe becomes France's youngest goalscorer at a major tournament as he scores the winner against Peru in their group C tie at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Kylian Mbappe strike sends France through

France reach the World Cup knockout round - and eliminate resilient opponents Peru - with Kylian Mbappe's first-half strike.

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Germany's Khedira pranked with fake ticket home

A Swedish journalist pranks Germany midfielder Sami Khedira by giving him a homemade return ticket for the entire squad.

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World Cup 2018: England v Panama - select your England team

Who should start for England in Sunday's World Cup match against Panama? Pick your XI with the BBC squad selector.

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Jason Steele: Sunderland goalkeeper joins Brighton on three-year deal

Brighton & Hove Albion sign goalkeeper Jason Steele from League One Sunderland on a three-year deal.

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World Cup 2018: France v Peru - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for France v Peru in the World Cup group match.

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World Cup 2018: Is the 2018 World Cup the year of penalties?

Is the 2018 World Cup set to see a record number of spot-kicks awarded, with the addition of VAR technology at the tournament?

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World Cup 2018: Denmark 1-1 Australia highlights

Watch highlights as Christian Eriksen's stunning half-volley is cancelled out by Mile Jedinak's VAR-awarded penalty in Group C at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Denmark 1-1 Australia

Australia captain Mile Jedinak scores a penalty for the third successive World Cup game to earn the Socceroos a crucial point against Denmark.

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World Cup 2018: Christian Eriksen's half-volley gives Denmark lead over Australia

Christian Eriksen's stunning half-volley gives Denmark an early first-half lead over Australia in Group C at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Australia awarded VAR penalty against Denmark

Australia's Mile Jedinak converts a penalty following a VAR review in which Denmark's Yussuf Poulsen is adjudged to have handled the ball in the area.

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Assistant Holland 'reveals' England starting XI

England assistant manager Steve Holland may have dropped a hint as to England's starting line-up for Sunday's game against Panama.

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'Take care of the flowers' - Sweden fan house-sits striker's apartment

Sweden striker Marcus Berg decided to open the doors of his 950-sq ft apartment to a competition winner while he was in Russia at the World Cup.

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Jon Flanagan: Rangers sign Liverpool full-back on two-year deal

Rangers complete the signing of Liverpool full-back Jon Flanagan on a two-year deal.

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Manchester United: Brazilian Fred joins from Shakhtar Donetsk for £47m

Manchester United confirm the signing of Brazil midfielder Fred from Shakhtar Donetsk for £47m.

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Brazil's Neymar fit for Costa Rica match

Preview followed by live coverage of Friday's World Cup game between Brazil and Costa Rica.

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World Cup 2018: Denmark v Australia - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Denmark v Australia in the World Cup group match.

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Ref denies asking Ronaldo for shirt during Portugal-Morocco game

World Cup referee Mark Geiger "categorically" denies asking for Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo's shirt at half-time in the Morocco game.

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Ex-Fifa president Blatter backs England-led 2030 World Cup bid

Former Fifa president Sepp Blatter says England should bid for the 2030 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Barbershop Ballers alternative review show begins on 30 June

BBC Sport and BBC Radio 1Xtra will broadcast an alternative World Cup review show - Barbershop Ballers, beginning on 30 June.

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Ernie Hunt: 'Donkey kick' scorer for Coventry City dies aged 75

Ernie Hunt, scorer of the famous "donkey kick" free-kick for Coventry City in 1970, dies at the age of 75.

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Tessa Wullaert: Manchester City Women sign Belgium's record scorer

Belgium's record goalscorer Tessa Wullaert signs for Women's Super League Manchester City on a two-year deal from Wolfsburg.

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Newcastle footballer Clark attacked in Magaluf bar

Ciaran Clark was knocked unconscious in a row on a dance floor.

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Can arrives in Turin to finalise Juventus move

Emre Can arrives in Turin and is set to finalise his move to Juventus from Liverpool.

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Injured Alli misses England training with thigh injury

Midfielder Dele Alli misses England training on Thursday as his thigh injury continues to be monitored before Sunday's match against Panama.

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World Cup 2018: Seven things we've loved from the first week

Spaghetti hair, fans tidying stadiums and female commentators making history - seven things we've loved from the first week of the World Cup.

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Lampard's Derby start season at Reading as EFL fixtures announced

Derby will travel to Reading in Frank Lampard's first game in charge when the Championship season starts on 3 August.

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Sold cars and lost jobs - the incredible sacrifices of Peru's fans

Peru's supporters have travelled in huge numbers - and made amazing journeys - to follow their team in Russia. BBC Sport's Patrick Jennings joins them.

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World Cup 2018: Russian media mock 'husband-hunters'

Burger King offering a reward to women who get pregnant by players adds to wave of sexism.

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World Cup 2018: Uruguay 1-0 Saudi Arabia highlights

Uruguay advance to the last 16 as Luiz Suarez scores on his 100th appearance for his country in a 1-0 victory over Saudi Arabia at the 2018 World Cup.

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Uruguay beat Saudi Arabia to send themselves & Russia into last 16

Uruguay's slender victory over Saudi Arabia ensured that they and host nation Russia reached the last 16 of the World Cup from Group A.

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Denmark players pay for private jet so Knudsen can see new-born daughter

Denmark's players paid for a private jet so defender Jonas Knudsen could fly home and see his new-born daughter after the World Cup win over Peru.

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World Cup 2018: Rio Ferdinand brands Pepe's tumble against Morocco 'embarrassing'

Match of the Day pundit Rio Ferdinand calls a tumble by Portugal's Pepe after he was tapped on the back by Morocco's Medhi Benatia "embarrassing."

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How Senegal coach Cisse became a meme

Aliou Cisse's touchline fist pump is receiving a lot of love.

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World Cup 2018: Uruguay's Luis Suarez taps in on his 100th cap against Saudi Arabia

Luis Suarez makes his 100th appearance for Uruguay a memorable one by tapping in his side's opening goal against Saudi Arabia in Group B at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Uruguay v Saudi Arabia - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Uruguay v Saudi Arabia in the World Cup group match.

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'Of course Senegal will win the World Cup' - Fans react to opening game win

Senegal beat Poland 2-1 in their opening game of the World Cup, and one fan in Dakar thinks they can go all the way.

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World Cup 2018: Rui Patricio's pulls off Gordon Banks-like save for Portugal

Goalkeeper Rui Patricio does his best to emulate Gordon Banks' legendary save from Pele in the 1970 World Cup during Portugal's 1-0 victory over Morocco.

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Leicester sign Norwich midfielder Maddinson

Leicester sign midfielder James Maddinson from Norwich on a five-year contract.

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Eden Hazard says Romelu Lukaku was 'hiding' during Belgium win over Panama

Belgium captain Eden Hazard says he berated team-mate Romelu Lukaku for "hiding" before the striker's goals helped his side beat Panama.

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World Cup 2018: Portugal 1-0 Morocco

Cristiano Ronaldo heads Portugal's winner as Morocco become the first team to be knocked out of the World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Portugal 1-0 Morocco highlights

Watch highlights as Cristiano Ronaldo's early first-half header secures Portugal victory over a spirited Morocco in Group B at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Cesc Fabregas' teaches us about Spain squad

BBC Sport pundit and World Cup winner Cesc Fabregas spills the beans on the 2018 Spain squad in Russia.

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Burnley face Aberdeen in Europa League second qualifying round

Burnley will play Aberdeen in the second qualifying round of the Europa League.

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World Cup 2018: Portugal v Morocco - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Portugal v Morocco in the World Cup group match.

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World Cup 2018: Cristiano Ronaldo heads Portugal in front against Morocco

Cristiano Ronaldo heads Portugal ahead against Morocco in their second Group B match, making him the all-time leading European goalscorer in international football.

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Juninho Bacuna: Huddersfield Town sign midfielder from FC Groningen

Huddersfield sign Dutch central midfielder Juninho Bacuna from FC Groningen on a three-year deal.

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Lord Sugar criticised for Senegal 'beach sellers' tweet

Lord Sugar is criticised for an "unhelpful and ignorant" tweet comparing Senegal's World Cup team to "beach sellers in Marbella".

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'Messi doesn't need to win World Cup to be all-time great'

Argentina forward Lionel Messi does not need to win the World Cup to be considered an all-time great, says former striker Hernan Crespo.

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English Football League clubs to find out fixture lists on Thursday

Fixtures for the 2018-19 English Football League season will be announced at 09:00 BST on Thursday, 21 June.

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Rangers: Steven Gerrard's reign starts with Europa League qualifier against FK Shkupi

Steven Gerrard's reign as Rangers manager will start with a Europa League qualifying tie against FK Shkupi of Macedonia.

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Wales players would not reject Team GB chance

Wales captain Sophie Ingle says she and her team-mates would not turn down the chance to play for Team GB at the 2020 Olympics.

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World Cup 2018: VAR helps tournament reach 10 penalties - so is it working?

England have been involved in controversy while penalties come thick and fast, so is VAR having an impact at the World Cup?

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How to party like a Russian...

With Russia virtually in the World Cup second round, thousands of people partied through the night.

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Why Kane is right to target World Cup Golden Boot - Shearer analysis

Harry Kane has put his Euro 2016 nightmare behind him and will be aiming to be the World Cup's top scorer, says BBC pundit Alan Shearer.

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West Ham sign goalkeeper Fabianski from Swansea

West Ham confirm the signing of Swansea goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski, their second new recruit in as many days.

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Injured Neymar limps out of Brazil training

Brazil forward Neymar hobbles out of training three days before their World Cup group game against Costa Rica on Friday.

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World Cup 2018: Poland 1-2 Senegal highlights

Watch highlights as Senegal deservedly beat Poland, thanks in part to M'Baye Niang's controversial second goal.

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World Cup 2018: Senegal's M'Baye Niang scores controversial goal against Poland

M'Baye Niang is given the "biggest present of his life" by Poland to put Senegal 2-0 ahead in their group H tie at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup: The fastest-ever World Cup red card, featuring Uruguay's Jose Batista

Colombia's Carlos Sanchez was dismissed after three minutes against Japan, but the honour of the fastest-ever World Cup red card still belongs to Uruguay's Jose Batista.

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World Cup 2018: Poland v Senegal - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Poland v Senegal in the World Cup group match.

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'We are convinced we can do it' - Neuer says Germany do not need team changes

Germany winning their next two World Cup matches hinges on attitude and not "changing players", says goalkeeper Manuel Neuer.

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World Cup 2018: Colombia 1-2 Japan highlights

Watch highlights as Yuya Osako's header gives Japan victory over 10-man Colombia in the World Cup Group H opener in Saransk.

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World Cup 2018: Yuya Osako heads Japan ahead against Colombia

Yuya Osako heads Japan back in front against 10-man Colombia in their Group H tie at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: 'Clever' Juan Quintero free-kick pulls Colombia's 10 men level

Juan Quintero's 'clever' free-kick pulls Colombia's 10 men level at 1-1 against Japan with the help of goalline technology in their group H tie at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Colombia v Japan - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Colombia v Japan in the World Cup group match.

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Kagawa scores penalty after first red card of Russia 2018

Shinji Kagawa scores from the penalty spot to put Japan 1-0 up against Colombia as Carlos Sanchez is shown the second-quickest red card in World Cup history.

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David de Gea: Spain players 'don't doubt' goalkeeper

Spain's players "don't doubt" goalkeeper David de Gea after his error in their opening draw with Portugal, says manager Fernando Hierro.

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'Standing could return to top two divisions by 2020-21'

Standing could be reintroduced in the top two leagues of English football by the 2020-21 season, says EFL chief executive Shaun Harvey.

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Barcelona troubled by Pique role in Griezmann film

Barcelona say defender Gerard Pique's involvement in Antoine Griezmann's documentary has "generated surprise and unease".

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Chelsea Women sign England defender Carter

Chelsea Women sign England international defender Jess Carter on a three-year deal from Birmingham City.

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World Cup 2018:

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's World Cup game between Colombia and Japan.

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Watch the reaction of England fans to Harry Kane's last-gasp winner against Tunisia.

Watch the amazing reaction of England fans both in Russia and back home, after Harry Kane scores a last-gasp winner against Tunisia in the 1018 World Cup.

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Celtic begin Champions League qualifying campaign in Armenia

Celtic will meet Alashkert of Armenia in the first qualifying round of the Champions League, with the first leg away from home.

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Hirving Lozano's early promise for Mexico

Mexico's World Cup goal hero Hirving Lozano scores for his country's Under-19 team in a youth tournament in 2013.

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18.3m watched England beat Tunisia; record 3m streamed match

England's win over Tunisia attracts a peak television audience of 18.3 million on BBC One, while a record three million streamed the game on the BBC iPlayer and BBC Sport website.

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Arsenal agree fee for Leverkusen goalkeeper Leno

Arsenal agree a fee - reported to be 22m euros (£19.3) - for Bayer Leverkusen and Germany goalkeeper Bernd Leno.

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World Cup 2018: Tunisia penalty pegs back England

England's Kyle Walker is penalised for a stray elbow and Tunisia's Ferjani Sassi tucks away his spot kick to make it 1-1 in their group G match at the World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Tunisia v England - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Tunisia v England in the World Cup group match.

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Watch: Kane taps home England opener

Harry Kane scores England's first goal at the 2018 World Cup to put them 1-0 up against Tunisia in their Group C opener.

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World Cup 2018: Belgium beat debutants Panama 3-0 in Sochi

Romelu Lukaku scores twice as Belgium prove too good for World Cup debutants Panama in the opening match in England's Group G.

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Rui Patricio: Wolves sign Portugal keeper from Sporting

Premier League newcomers Wolves sign Portugal goalkeeper Rui Patricio from Sporting Lisbon.

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Nikola Kalinic: Croatia send striker home after back injury claim

Croatia forward Nikola Kalinic is sent home from the World Cup after refusing to come on as a substitute during the 2-0 defeat of Nigeria.

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World Cup 2018: Belgium v Panama - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Belgium v Panama in the World Cup group match.

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World Cup 2018: Sweden 1-0 South Korea highlights

Sweden beat South Korea thanks to a penalty from captain Andreas Granqvist that was awarded after a video assistant referee (VAR) review.

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Granqvist penalty earns Sweden win over South Korea

Sweden mark their first appearance in the World Cup for 12 years by beating South Korea thanks to a penalty from captain Andreas Granqvist that was awarded after a video assistant referee (VAR) review.

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World Cup 2018: Sweden's Andreas Granqvist scores penalty against South Korea after VAR review

Andreas Granqvist scores from the penalty spot to secure a 1-0 win against South Korea after the VAR technology is used in their Group F opener at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Romelu Lukaku says some Belgians 'want to see me fail'

Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku says he will "remember to have fun" at the World Cup but says some of his compatriots want him to fail.

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'It felt like I had a hundred thousand in my hair' - flies plague England build-up in Volgograd

Swarms of flies are plaguing the city of Volgograd where England face Tunisia on Monday.

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World Cup 2018: Sweden v South Korea - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Sweden v South Korea in the World Cup group match.

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Teenager Brewster agrees new Liverpool contract

Liverpool forward Rhian Brewster agrees a long-term contract with the club.

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Sunday was an amazing day for football - Mourinho

Jose Mourinho lauds an "amazing day for football" after defending champions Germany and favourites Brazil fail to win their opening World Cup fixtures.

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Lukasz Fabianski: West Ham close to signing Swansea's Polish goalkeeper

West Ham are close to completing the signing of Swansea and Poland keeper Lukasz Fabianski.

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Cristiano Ronaldo: Mocked statue at Madeira airport is replaced

A bronze statue of Cristiano Ronaldo that left football fans scratching their heads is replaced.

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Bradford name 32-year-old as new manager

Bradford promote under-18s boss Michael Collins to the role of head coach, his first senior position.

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Ramsey's England job letter for sale

The letter offers the future World Cup-winner a £4,500 annual salary, rising to a maximum of £5,000.

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Norwich accept £20m Leicester bid for Maddison

Leicester have a bid of about £20m for Norwich attacking midfielder James Maddison accepted.

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World Cup 2018: Are Germany suffering from the World Champions curse?

Will the World Cup champions' curse strike again in 2018? Could Germany really crash out of the World Cup at the group stage?

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World Cup 2018: Germany 'crestfallen' as shock Mexico defeat is branded 'embarrassing'

Germany's shock defeat was described as an "embarrassment" by the country's media and may even have triggered an earth tremor in Mexico.

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South Korea coach made players swap shirts to confuse Westerners

South Korea's coach says he made his players wear different numbered shirts in recent friendlies to confuse opponents who he says cannot tell them apart.

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World Cup 2018: Brazil 1-1 Switzerland highlights

A Steven Zuber header cancels out Philippe Coutinho's stunner as Brazil and Switzerland draw 1-1 in group E at the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

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Swiss hold favourites Brazil after Coutinho stunner

Philippe Coutinho's superb goal is not enough for Brazil who are held by Switzerland in their World Cup opener.

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World Cup 2018: Philippe Coutinho curler gives Brazil lead over Switzerland

Philippe Coutinho's curled strike gives Brazil the lead over Switzerland in the Group E fixture at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: What would happen if England actually won the World Cup?

BBC Sport imagines what would happen if England actually went all the way and won the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

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World Cup 2018: Brazil v Switzerland - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Brazil v Switzerland in the World Cup group match.

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World Cup 2018: Wild celebrations as Mexico beat holders Germany

Mexico stun World Champions Germany, beating them 1-0 in their opening group game prompting wild celebrations from Mexican fans.

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Vincent Kompany: Injured defender to stay with Belgium squad

Belgium defender Vincent Kompany will remain with the squad despite being sidelined by a groin injury, said coach Roberto Martinez.

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World Cup 2018: Germany 0-1 Mexico highlights

Mexico record the first shock win of the 2018 World Cup as Hirving Lozano's strike earns a deserved victory over lacklustre champions Germany.

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World Cup 2018: Brilliant Mexico stun champions Germany

Mexico record the first shock win of the 2018 World Cup as Hirving Lozano's strike earns them victory over champions Germany.

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World Cup 2018: Gareth Southgate on life in England camp in Russia

England manager Gareth Southgate says it is like being on "holiday with your family" in the team camp as England prepare to start their 2018 World Cup campaign.

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World Cup 2018: Hirving Lozano scores 'brilliant' opener for Mexico

Hirving Lozano strikes a low shot to give Mexico a surprise lead against Germany in the Group F opener at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Germany v Mexico - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Germany v Mexico in the World Cup group match.

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World Cup 2018: Costa Rica 0-1 Serbia highlights

Watch highlights as an incredible Aleksandar Kolarov free-kick gives Serbia victory over Costa Rica in the opening Group E match at the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Alexsander Kolarov free-kick gives Serbia victory over Costa Rica

Alexsander Kolarov's "fantastic" free-kick is the only goal of the game as Serbia beat Costa Rica 1-0 in Group E of the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

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World Cup 2018: Costa Rica v Serbia - rate the players

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'The night before your first World Cup game is when your nerves are worst' - Lampard column

Frank Lampard looks at the tactics England will need to beat Tunisia and believes the Dele Alli and Jesse Lingard combination will be key.

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World Cup 2018: How VAR could have changed World Cup history

The VAR system is now in regular use at the World Cup. How might it have changed past events?

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England must embrace 'festival of football' - Southgate

England manager Gareth Southgate wants his players to embrace the World Cup's 'festival of football'.

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Taxi ploughs into pedestrians in Moscow injuring eight

Video posted on social media shows the taxi veered onto a crowded pavement before coming to a halt.

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World Cup 2018: Luka Modric penalty secures 2-0 win for Croatia against Nigeria

Oghenekaro Etebo's own goal and a Luka Modric penalty give Croatia a winning World Cup start against Nigeria in a poor match.

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Ronaldo v Messi the story so far...

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are undoubtedly two of the best players in the world - but so far the Portuguese showman has stolen the World Cup show.

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World Cup 2018: Croatia v Nigeria - rate the players

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World Cup 2018: Peru 0-1 Denmark highlights

Watch highlights as Yussuf Poulsen's second-half goal gives Denmark victory over Peru in their Group C game at the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

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Denmark punish Peru penalty miss to begin with win

Denmark begin their World Cup campaign with a hard-fought victory against Peru, who had earlier missed a penalty.

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I didn't expect to be at the World Cup - England boss Southgate

Gareth Southgate says he did not expect to be England manager going into the World Cup in Russia.

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Watch: Yussuf Poulsen slots home to give Denmark the lead against Peru

Peru are made to pay for Christian Cueva's first-half penalty miss as Denmark's Yussuf Poulsen breaks the deadlock with a cool finish during the Group C encounter.

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Ivanovic set to break Serbia record

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's World Cup game between Costa Rica and Serbia.

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World Cup 2018: Peru v Denmark - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Peru v Denmark in the World Cup group match.

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World Cup 2018: Superb Portuguese commentary as Cristiano Ronaldo scores hat-trick goal

Listen to Portuguese commentary of Cristiano Ronaldo's stunning hat-trick goal against Spain at the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

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World Cup 2018: Finnbogason makes history with Iceland's first World Cup goal

Alfred Finnbogason makes history for Iceland scoring his country's first goal at a World Cup in their Group D match against Argentina.

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World Cup 2018: Argentina 1-1 Iceland highlights

Watch highlights as World Cup debutants Iceland earn a famous draw against Argentina after Lionel Messi has a second half penalty saved in the Group D opener.

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World Cup 2018: Lionel Messi misses penalty against Iceland

Lionel Messi misses the opportunity to restore Argentina's lead as his penalty is saved by Iceland's Hannes Halldorsson in the two sides' 1-1 draw in Group D.

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World Cup 2018: Uruguay pupils react as team score last-gasp winner.

Watch the amazing reaction of Uruguayan schoolchildren as their team score a last-minute winner against Egypt in the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018 highlights: France 2-1 Australia

Watch highlights as history is made with VAR and goal-line technology used in the World Cup for the first time during France's 2-1 victory over Australia in Group C.

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Egypt forward Salah 'fit to face Russia'

The Egyptian Football Association says striker Mohamed Salah is fit to start their next game against Russia on Tuesday.

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World Cup 2018: Argentina v Iceland - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Argentina v Iceland in the World Cup group match.

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Late Pogba goal gives France victory over Australia after VAR controversy

Paul Pogba's late goal gives France a winning start in Group C after they had earlier benefitted from a controversial VAR decision to score the opening goal.

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Watch: History as France score World Cup's first VAR goal

France benefit from the first use of VAR at the 2018 World Cup as Antoine Griezmann wins and scores a penalty to give France the lead against Australia in Group C.

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World Cup 2018: France v Australia - rate the players

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World Cup 2018: Diego Costa's solo goal pulls Spain level against Portugal

Diego Costa's low strike pulls Spain level against Portugal after Cristiano Ronaldo's opener in the Group B fixture at the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

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World Cup 2018: Portugal v Spain - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Portugal v Spain in the World Cup group match.

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World Cup 2018: England to 'put hearts on the line' - Jordan Pickford

England players will 'put their hearts on the line' for World Cup success insists goalkeeper Jordan Pickford

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World Cup 2018: Cristiano Ronaldo penalty gives Portugal lead v Spain

Cristiano Ronaldo converts from the penalty spot to give Portugal an early lead against Spain in their Group B game.

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Argentina coach names starting XI one day before Iceland game

Iceland will become the smallest nation to compete in a World Cup finals when they meet Argentina in Moscow.

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World Cup 2018 highlights: Morocco 0-1 Iran

Watch highlights as Morocco's Aziz Bouhaddouz scores a 95th minute own goal to give Iran their first World Cup victory since 1988.

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World Cup 2018: Aziz Bouhaddouz's injury-time own goal gifts Iran victory

Iran win their first match at a World Cup finals since 1998, courtesy of an injury-time own goal from Morocco substitute Aziz Bouhaddouz.

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Iran win first World Cup tie in 20 years with 95th-minute goal

Iran win their first match at a World Cup finals in 20 years as Morocco substitute Aziz Bouhaddouz scores an own goal in injury time.

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Cristiano Ronaldo 'to accept jail term and £16.4m fine' in tax case

Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly agrees to accept a fine and suspended jail term to settle tax evasion charges.

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Marc Navarro: Watford sign Espanyol defender on a five-year deal

Watford sign Spanish defender Marc Navarro from La Liga club Espanyol for an undisclosed fee.

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World Cup 2018: Morocco v Iran - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Morocco v Iran in the World Cup group match.

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World Cup 2018 highlights: Egypt 0-1 Uruguay

Watch highlights as Jose Gimenez heads a 90th-minute winner to give Uruguay a 1-0 victory over Egypt in their Group A game.

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Watch: Late Gimenez header earns Uruguay victory

Jose Gimenez scores a 90th-minute header against Egypt to give Uruguay a 1-0 win in their opening Group A match at the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

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World Cup 2018: Nigeria fans banned from taking chickens to game

Nigeria fans are banned from taking 'lucky' live chickens into the ground for their team's opening Group D game with Croatia.

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Odsonne Edouard: Celtic sign forward on four-year contract

Celtic sign Odsonne Edouard from Paris St-Germain on a four-year contract after the forward spent last season on loan with Brendan Rodgers' side.

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World Cup 2018: Egypt v Uruguay - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Egypt against Uruguay in the World Cup group match.

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Everton's Rooney yet to decide on DC United move

Wayne Rooney will decide within the next two weeks whether he is going to quit Everton for Major League Soccer outfit DC United.

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World Cup 2018: England's Raheem Sterling says mum kept him on right path

England forward Raheem Sterling credits his mum for steering him in the right direction in life as he prepares for England's World Cup match with Tunisia on Monday.

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Sochi completes sporting hat-trick at World Cup

Sochi is only the fourth city to have hosted the hat-trick of a World Cup, Olympics and a grand prix. We look at the other cities to have had this elite sporting achievement.

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West Bromwich Albion: Government asked to reconsider safe-standing proposal

Labour ask the government to reconsider their decision to reject West Bromwich Albion's safe-standing application.

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Iran World Cup billboard changed to include women

A billboard in Iran which supported the nation's World Cup team has been replaced after it was criticised for not featuring any women.

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Carabao Cup first-round draw: Frank Lampard's Derby County to face Oldham Athletic

Frank Lampard's first cup game as Derby manager will be away to Oldham Athletic in the first round of the Carabao Cup.

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Fox apologises for Williams' gesture during opening ceremony

No reason has been given for the former Take That singer's gesture during the World Cup opening ceremony.

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Tokyo 2020: Team GB playing at Olympics 'fundamental' - Phil Neville

England boss Phil Neville says Team GB being at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics is "fundamental" for the growth of the women's game.

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Rodgers v Gerrard four games in - Scottish fixtures announced

Champions Celtic will open the new Premiership campaign against promoted Livingston, as Steven Gerrard's Rangers begin at Aberdeen.

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World Cup Gossip: Spain's sacking, hungry Ronaldo & Kev's consoles

Ex-England defender Alex Scott is joined by former Republic of Ireland midfielder Kevin Kilbane in Moscow to look ahead to Spain v Portugal in the first edition of World Cup Gossip.

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World Cup 2018: Marcus Rashford set to return to full training after knee injury

England expect Marcus Rashford to play a full part in training on Friday as the Three Lions prepare to begin their World Cup campaign on Monday.

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World Cup 2018: Best & worst bits as Robbie Williams opens World Cup

Watch the best and worst bits of the opening ceremony as Robbie Williams entertains the crowd on day one of the World Cup in Russia.

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Real Madrid: Julen Lopetegui sacking not justified, says Florentino Perez

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez says "nothing justifies" Spain sacking Julen Lopetegui as head coach after the club named him as their new boss.

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World Cup 2018 highlights: Russia 5-0 Saudi Arabia

The 2018 World Cup opens in spectacular fashion as host nation Russia defy their recent poor form to beat Saudi Arabia 5-0.

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World Cup 2018: Denis Cheryshev scores 'marvellous' goal for Russia

Russia's Denis Cheryshev scores a 'marvellous goal' with the outside of his foot as the hosts thrash Saudi Arabia in the opening game of the 2018 World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Russia thrash Saudi Arabia 5-0 in tournament opener

Hosts Russia make a fine start to their World Cup campaign as they thrash Saudi Arabia in the tournament's opening game.

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Watch: Opening goal of 2018 World Cup

Russia's Yuri Gazinskiy scores the opening goal of the 2018 World Cup after only 12 minutes as the hosts beat Saudi Arabia 5-0 in Moscow.

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The 10 best tweets from day one of the World Cup

BBC Sport looks at 10 of the best tweets from the opening Day of Russia 2018.

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Sophie Ingle: Chelsea Women sign Wales captain from Liverpool Ladies

Chelsea Women re-sign Wales captain Sophie Ingle on a two-year contract from Liverpool Ladies.

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World Cup 2018: Russia v Saudi Arabia - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Russia against Saudi Arabia in the World Cup group match.

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World Cup 2018: Ronaldo and Robbie Williams star in opening ceremony

Brazil legend Ronaldo and British popstar Robbie Williams got the 2018 World Cup in Russia under way with the opening ceremony in Moscow.

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World Cup 2018: A bluffer's guide to every team in Russia

Impress your friends and colleagues by memorising these impressive bluffs for each nation competing at the World Cup.

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This is probably Messi & Ronaldo's last chance - Mourinho

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo "probably have one last chance" to win the World Cup, says Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho.

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World Cup 2018: Egypt v Uruguay

Preview followed by live coverage of Friday's World Cup game between Egypt and Uruguay.

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'Where are our women?' - Iran World Cup billboard criticised

A huge billboard in Iran's capital Tehran in support of the national team at the World Cup is criticised as it does not include women.

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Avoid sex with foreign men - Russian MP tells women before World Cup

A Russian MP is criticised for urging women not to sleep with foreign men during the World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: The making of Uruguay and Barcelona forward Luis Suarez

From borrowing boots as a child to following his teen sweetheart to Europe, BBC Sport looks at the making of Luis Suarez.

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England-led home nations bid for 2030 World Cup 'definitely on radar' - ex-SFA boss

An English-led home nations bid for the 2030 World Cup is "definitely on the radar", says former SFA boss Stewart Regan.

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2018 FIFA World Cup: Alan Shearer and Jermaine Jenas choose their England XI

Match of the Day's Alan Shearer and Jermaine Jenas select their starting line-up for England's opening 2018 World Cup match with Tunisia on Monday.

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Sam Allardyce says he has struggled to get over losing his job as England manager

Sam Allardyce talks about his brief experience as England manager and struggling to come to terms with losing the job.

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Career goals: Testing the World Cup football

Telstar 18 - the official World Cup 2018 ball - gets put through its paces at a British university.

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Tottenham to face Liverpool in first game at new stadium

Tottenham's first game in their new stadium will be against Liverpool on the weekend of the 15-16 September.

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Man City visit Arsenal on first weekend of Premier League season

Champions Manchester City will travel to Arsenal on the opening day of the new Premier League season.

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Premier League fixtures: Your club-by-club guide

Find out your club's full fixture list for the 2018-19 Premier League season.

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Saudi Arabia aiming to silence home fans in World Cup opener

Saudi Arabia will play without fear when they face hosts Russia in the opening match of the 2018 World Cup, says manager Juan Antonio Pizzi.

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This will get you in the mood for the World Cup - BBC Sport's World Cup 2018 opener

The 2018 Fifa World Cup gets under way on Thursday when hosts Russia face Saudi Arabia following an opening ceremony at Moscow's Luzhniki Stadium.

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'We have no time to dwell on Lopetegui sacking', says Spain replacement Hierro

Spain have "no time to dwell" on the sacking of coach Julen Lopetegui, says temporary replacement Fernando Hierro.

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World Cup 2018: Football showpiece set to begin in Russia

The 2018 World Cup starts on Thursday, when hosts Russia face Saudi Arabia in Moscow in the first of 64 games over 32 days.

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Paris St-Germain cleared of breaching financial fair play rules

Paris St-Germain are cleared of breaching financial fair play rules by Uefa, but the club will remain "under close scrutiny".

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Fifa World Cup: Goals, celebrations & moments you may have forgotten

You probably remember Brazil 1-7 Germany, Luis Suarez's bite, and James Rodriguez's stunning volley - but here are some moments you may have forgotten from the 2014 World Cup.

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Serie A side Bologna appoint Inzaghi as new boss

Former Italy striker Filippo Inzaghi is appointed as manager of Serie A side Bologna after leaving Venezia.

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Connor Goldson: Rangers sign defender from Brighton

Rangers sign central defender Connor Goldson from Brighton on a four-year deal for an undisclosed fee.

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Arsenal to face Chelsea in pre-season International Champions Cup in Dublin

Arsenal and Chelsea will face each other in Dublin at the International Champions Cup in pre-season

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Fernando Hierro scores solo goal for Spain against Switzerland at 1994 World Cup

Watch Fernando Hierro - who will manage Spain at the World Cup - score with a well-taken chance against Switzerland in the 1994 competition.

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Premier League fixtures to be announced on Thursday

Fixtures for the 2018-19 Premier League season will be announced at 09:00 BST on Thursday, 14 June.

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World Cup 2018: How to get the latest updates to your smart speaker

Smart-speaker users will be able to get exclusive BBC content direct from Russia at this year's Fifa World Cup.

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West Ham: Mario Husillos named new director of football

West Ham appoint Mario Husillos as the club's new director of football after the Argentine leaves Spanish side Malaga.

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Greg Cunningham: Cardiff City sign Preston North End defender

Cardiff City complete a deal to sign defender Greg Cunningham from Preston North End on a three-year deal.

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Journalist uses phone translator to defy ban on Griezmann questions

A Spanish journalist tries to quiz Antoine Griezmann about his future at Atletico Madrid.

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World Cup 2026: Canada, US & Mexico joint bid wins right to host tournament

A joint bid from the United States, Canada and Mexico wins the right to host the 2026 Fifa World Cup.

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Over 1,200 'thugs' stopped from going to World Cup

More than 1,200 people have surrendered their passports ahead of the World Cup, the Home Office says.

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World Cup 2018: Spain sack manager Julen Lopetegui two days before first match

Spain sack head coach Julen Lopetegui after he was named the new Real Madrid boss - two days before their opening World Cup match against Portugal.

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World Cup 2018: Does England have the most critical media in world football?

Is the English media "unique" in reporting negative stories about its own players before the World Cup?

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Lee Burch: Yeovil Town Ladies set to appoint Millwall Lionesses boss as new manager

Yeovil Town Ladies are set to name Millwall Lionesses boss Lee Burch as their new manager, BBC Sport understands.

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Frankie Bunn: Oldham Athletic appoint new manager on one-year deal

League Two club Oldham Athletic appoint former Latics striker Frankie Bunn as their new manager on a one-year contract.

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World Cup 2018: BBC Sport pundits predict who will win and which players will shine

BBC Sport's 2018 World Cup pundits give their tips as to which team will win the competition, and which individuals will light up football's biggest global event.

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Sven-Goran Eriksson on his experiences in BBC documentary Managing England: The Impossible Job

Sven-Goran Eriksson talks about his experience as England manager and his battle with the media looking into his personal life.

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Wolves sign Mexico forward Jimenez from Benfica

Wolves prepare for their Premier League return by signing Mexico forward Raul Jimenez on a season-long loan deal from Benfica.

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World Cup 2018: Five things you did not know about Asian players in Russia

How well do you know the players at the 2018 World Cup? BBC Sport delves into the background of some lesser-known players in Russia.

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World Cup 2018: Russia president Vladimir Putin in rallying call before tournament

Russia will "fight until the end" even though they head into the World Cup in poor form, says the host nation's president Vladimir Putin.

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Assistant refs told not to flag tight offsides at World Cup

World Cup assistant referees are told to keep their flag down for tight offside calls so the VAR system can make the correct decision.

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Ramadan Sobhi: Huddersfield Town sign Stoke City winger for £5.7m

Huddersfield Town sign Egypt winger Ramadan Sobhi from Stoke City for £5.7m on a three-year deal.

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World Cup 2018: England squad arrive in Russia

England have arrived in Russia before the World Cup. The squad landed in St Petersburg before travelling to their base in the village of Repino.

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'I have no magic wand', says new Swansea boss Potter

New manager Graham Potter says he will take the lead on Swansea City recruitment as he outlines plans to "change and restructure" the club.

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Kagawa scores and provides two assists as Japan come from behind to beat Paraguay

Shinji Kagawa scores and provides two assists as Japan come from behind to beat Paraguay 4-2 in their final World Cup warm-up match.

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Football Association to launch stadium ownership review with government support

The Football Association and the government will start a review into the ownership of football stadiums to help protect clubs.

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Rangers sign Croatian defender Katic

Rangers sign Croatian defender Nikola Katic from Slaven Belupo on a four-year deal for an undisclosed fee.

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Julen Lopetegui: Real Madrid name Spain manager as new head coach

Real Madrid appoint Spain manager Julen Lopetegui as their new head coach, following Zinedine Zidane's departure in May.

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Ainsley Maitland-Niles: Arsenal midfielder signs long-term contract extension

Arsenal and England Under-21 midfielder Ainsley Maitland-Niles signs a long-term contract extension with the Premier League side.

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World Cup 2018: Lawro's predictions - opening games

BBC Sport's football expert Mark Lawrenson gives his predictions for the first round of group games at the World Cup.

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'I should still be manager': Allardyce 'jealous' of Southgate

Former England boss Sam Allardyce admits he is jealous of his successor Gareth Southgate taking the team to the World Cup.

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Have your say on the players in every World Cup match

The World Cup kicks off this week and BBC Sport is giving you the chance to have your say on the players' performances at Russia 2018.

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World Cup 2018: 'Salah used for political capital' as Chechnya host Egypt training

Fifa are making a "big mistake" in allowing Chechnya to host a World Cup training base, a football anti-discrimination chief tells BBC Sport.

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World Cup 2018: Neymar & Philippe Coutinho egged by team-mates in Brazil training

Brazil stars Neymar and Philippe Coutinho are egged by team-mates in Brazil training, on the Barcelona forward's 26th birthday.

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World Cup 2018: Shearer sees tournament as a life-changing opportunity

Former England captain Alan Shearer says the World Cup offers a life-changing opportunity to footballers. He hopes an England player takes that opportunity.

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Welsh sides Bala & Druids learn Europa opponents

Bala Town drawn against Tre Fiori of San Marino in the Europa League preliminary round while Cefn Druids will face Lithuanian side Trakai.

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Neil Redfearn: Liverpool Ladies appoint Doncaster Rovers Belles boss as manager

Liverpool Ladies name Doncaster Rovers Belles boss Neil Redfearn as their new manager after Scott Rogers left on Friday.

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North America or Morocco - Who will host the 2026 World Cup?

The hosts of the 2026 World Cup bid could be announced on Wednesday as a 'United Bid' of Canada, the US and Mexico aims to beat a bid from Morocco.

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How many World Cup hosts can you name in two minutes?

See how many of the 15 countries to host a World Cup you can name in two minutes.

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Kerr warns Scotland that Poland may have 'revenge' on their minds

Scotland head coach Shelley Kerr says Tuesday's opponents Poland may have "revenge" on their minds when the sides meet on Tuesday.

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We want to send people to work happy - Southgate

England boss Gareth Southgate wants his players to entertain the nation with their performances at the World Cup in Russia.

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Choose your favourites in World Cup of kits first round

It's time for the BBC's World Cup of kits - pick your favourites in 16 first-round ties before the selection process ends at 10:30 BST.

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Wales' women will 'get in Russia's faces' in World Cup qualifier

Manager Jayne Ludlow promises Wales will be combative against Russia on Tuesday as they bid to reach the 2017 Women's World Cup.

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Domenec Torrent: Man City assistant leaves after 11 years with Pep Guardiola

Manchester City's assistant manager Domenec Torrent leaves the club after 11 years working with Pep Guardiola.

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Football agents ask Fifa to scrap income cap but want better regulation

Football agents tell Fifa they do not want an income cap but would welcome more regulation as part of new transfer proposals.

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#MyfirstWorldCup - your memories of past tournaments

BBC Sport asked you for your earliest World Cup memories using #myfirstworldcup - and we ended up on a trip down memory lane.

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Wyness to sue Aston Villa after leaving CEO role

Suspended chief executive Keith Wyness decides to leave Aston Villa and launch legal action against the Championship club.

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Carabao Cup: Vietnam to host 2018-19 first-round draw

The draw for the first round of the 2018-19 Carabao Cup, involving 70 EFL clubs, is to take place in Vietnam on Friday.

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BBC's World Cup of kits: Make your choice from 32 teams on Tuesday

The BBC's World Cup of kits takes place on Tuesday, when you will be able to select your favourites from 32 past shirts in a series of a knockout rounds.

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BBC's World Cup of kits: Watch Mills and Warnock conduct first-round draw

Watch Danny Mills and Stephen Warnock make the draw for the BBC's World Cup of kits, to be held on the BBC Sport website from 09:00 BST on Tuesday.

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Graham Potter named new Swansea City manager

Graham Potter will be in charge when Swansea City begin lire back in the Championship after relegation from the Premier League.

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Robbie Williams to kick off World Cup - two years after Russian media called for him to be banned

He'll play the opening ceremony in Moscow, two years after Russian media called for him to be banned.

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Liverpool Ladies: Alex Greenwood, Martha Harris and Amy Turner to exit WSL club

Alex Greenwood, Martha Harris and Amy Turner are to leave Women's Super League side Liverpool Ladies.

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Ex-Arsenal captain Vieira named Nice manager

Former Arsenal captain Patrick Vieira is appointed as the new manager of French Ligue 1 side Nice.

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Referee Atkinson begins 1,700-mike bike ride to Russia

Martin Atkinson will ensure there is at least one British referee at the World Cup - although he is having to cycle 1,700 miles to be there.

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World Cup 2018: Cesc Fabregas joins BBC's punditry line-up

Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas joins the BBC's World Cup punditry line-up in Russia.

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Cardiff close to making Norwich's Murphy first signing since promotion

Cardiff City are close to completing the signing of Norwich City winger Josh Murphy for an expected fee of about £11m.

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Gerard Deulofeu: Watford set to confirm signing of Barcelona winger

Watford are expected to confirm the signing of winger Gerard Deulofeu from Barcelona later this week.

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Which country should you really be rooting for? Take our quiz to find out

Take our World Cup quiz to find out which team you should really be rooting for in Russia this summer.

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World Cup: Ex-England keeper Robert Green says players were weighed every day at 2010 World Cup

Former England goalkeeper Robert Green says manager Fabio Capello ordered players to be weighed every day of the 2010 World Cup.

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Brazil beat Austria in final World Cup warm-up game

Gabriel Jesus, Neymar and Philippe Coutinho score as Brazil sweep aside Austria 3-0 in their final World Cup warm-up game.

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Former Wales boss Coleman takes job in China

Chris Coleman takes over from Manuel Pellegrini as the new manager of Chinese Super League Hebei China Fortune.

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Tyson Fury could have knocked Sefer Seferi out 'in '10 seconds'

Tyson Fury says he could have knocked out Sefer Seferi "in 10 seconds" following his heavyweight victory at Manchester Arena on Saturday.

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Quiz: Name the players to score at least 10 World Cup goals

Can you name the players who have scored at least 10 World Cup goals in three minutes? Take our quiz to find out.

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