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Uefa will not use VAR for diving like at World Cup

Uefa will not use VAR for diving like at World CupImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Switzerland were left with 10 men against Argentina after Breel Embolo, left, received a second yellow card for simulation ByDale JohnsonFootball issues correspondentPublished3 minutes agoCommentsUefa has told its video assistant referees (VARs) they must not consider potential simulation as mistaken identity, as it was used at the 2026 World Cup.The International Football Association Board (Ifab) tweaked...

Steve Kornacki Breaks Down World Cup Final Match

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup gets set to wrap up, NBC's chief data analyst Steve Kornacki joins TODAY to break down the matchup between Argentina and Spain. He weighs in on Spain as the favorite, riding a 37-game unbeaten streak into the match. Then, Martha Stewart’s grandson and World Cup superfan, Truman, stops by to discuss his spot-on predictions.

World Cup quiz: Can you name every finalist?

World Cup quiz: Can you name every finalist?Published2 minutes agoThe world is waiting. The World Cup final gets under way at 20:00 BST on Sunday.It will be the 23rd final in World Cup history. Can you name all of the teams who have ever played in the game's biggest showpiece?After more quizzes? Go to our dedicated Football Quizzes and Sports Quizzes pages and sign up for notifications to get the latest quizzes sent straight to your device.What information do we collect from this quiz?Related to...

Pep Guardiola 'had verbal agreement' to become England boss in 2024

Pep Guardiola had a verbal agreement with the FA to become England's head coach in 2024, only to change his mind and remain at Manchester City, it has been reported.The Spanish manager was the FA's preferred candidate to replace Gareth Southgate following his departure from the national team role, according to The Athletic.However, Guardiola's late reversal forced English football's governing body to pursue alternative options, ultimately leading to Thomas Tuchel's appointment as Three Lions bos...

Agonising moment Herbert misses putt and denied major history!

Lucas Herbert missed a short putt on the 18th green and was denied the chance to set a new The Open scoring record.

Herbert equals lowest men's major score EVER at The Open

Lucas Herbert made history at The Open with a record-equalling 62 at Royal Birkdale, the joint-lowest score in men’s major history.

Herbert makes history at The Open with joint-lowest major score EVER

Lucas Herbert made history at The Open with a record-equalling 62 at Royal Birkdale, the joint-lowest score in men’s major history.

Birmingham City sign Canada defender Levasseur

Birmingham City sign Canada defender LevasseurImage source, Birmingham CityImage caption, Marie Levasseur has made 18 appearances for CanadaByEmma SandersBBC Sport women’s football news reporterPublished2 minutes agoWomen's Super League newcomers Birmingham City have signed Canada international Marie Levasseur.The 29-year-old defender joins from Montpellier after making 63 appearances across three seasons for the French club.She had previous spells at FC Fleury, Metz and ONS Oulu after represent...

England rugby players may walk off pitch in Argentina if racist abuse is repeated

Jamie George promises ‘the strongest of reactions’England players were racially abused by fans last yearEngland’s rugby players are threatening to walk off the pitch in protest against Argentina on Saturday if there is any repeat of the racial abuse aimed at black squad members on their last visit a year ago. Further incidents will not be tolerated and, according to England’s captain, Jamie George, will prompt “the strongest of reactions”.George was also present in San Juan last July when his re...

Burns matches major history after Herbert misses on '61 round' at The Open

Lucas Herbert equalled the lowest round in men’s major history after a dramatic finish to his second-round 62 in The 154th Open at Royal Birkdale.Six days on from Haeran Ryu shooting the lowest round in major history at the Amundi Evian Championship, carding a third-round 60 on her way to major victory, Herbert threatened multiple records in an extraordinary performance.

Herbert matches major record round despite costly late bogey

Lucas Herbert equalled the lowest round in men’s major history after a dramatic finish to his second-round 62 in The 154th Open at Royal Birkdale.

Verstappen on top as Hadjar takes grid penalty

Verstappen on top as Hadjar takes grid penaltyImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Four-time world champion Max Verstappen is seventh in the drivers' standingsByAndrew BensonF1 Correspondent at Spa-FrancorchampsPublished1 minute agoRed Bull's Max Verstappen headed Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton at the top of the times in first practice at the Belgian Grand Prix.Verstappen was 0.145 seconds clear of Hamilton, with the seven-time champion's team-mate Charles Leclerc third fastest.The second Red Bull...

How World Cup final could be pivotal in Ballon d'Or race

How World Cup final could be pivotal in Ballon d'Or raceImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Lamine Yamal is hoping to claim the Ballon d'Or for the first time, while Lionel Messi is looking to win his ninthByAlex BrothertonBBC Sport journalistPublished3 minutes agoWhen Spain and Argentina meet in Sunday's World Cup final, the thought of lifting the famous trophy will be the only thing on the players' minds.However, the result at New York New Jersey Stadium could prove significant beyond cro...

Adam Silver says it’s unfair to make Caitlin Clark ‘political football’ in WNBA debates

NBA commissioner: Issues aren’t largely about officiatingFlagrant foul incident in June sparked criticismSign up for the WNBA 30 weekly newsletterConversations about WNBA officiating and Caitlin Clark have now expanded to include NBA commissioner Adam Silver.Silver said Thursday that Clark has become a “political football” amid debates about officiating and physical play in the WNBA, spurred by a recent play involving the star guard and Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas. Continue reading...

Verstappen tops Hamilton as Mercedes struggle in first Spa practice

Max Verstappen was surprisingly fastest from Lewis Hamilton as Mercedes were off the pace in first practice for the Belgian Grand Prix.Red Bull are yet to win a race in 2026 but Verstappen came flying out of the blocks at the iconic Spa-Francorchamps and was 0.145s quicker than rival Hamilton, with Charles Leclerc two tenths off the pace in third.

Flower rules himself out of replacing McCullum

Flower rules himself out of replacing McCullumImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Flower was in charge of England when they last won the Ashes in Australia in 2010-11ByMandeep SangheraBBC Sport journalistPublished9 minutes agoAndy Flower has ruled himself out of the running to replace Brendon McCullum as head coach of the England Test team.McCullum was sacked from the red-ball role earlier this month following a run of poor form and a number of controversial off-field incidents, but he rema...

'Amazing' Herbert equals front-nine record at The Open

Australia's Lucas Herbert equals a British Open course record with a six-under par 28 on the front nine, to move to the top of the leaderboard during the second round of the 2026 Championship at Royal Birkdale Golf Club.

Andy Flower rules himself out of replacing McCullum as England Test head coach

Coach informed ECB this week he is not interestedLanger now believed to be at top of England’s listAndy Flower has ruled himself out of the running to take over as the next coach of England’s Test team to prolong the England and Wales Cricket Board’s search for Brendon McCullum’s replacement.Flower, who was understood to be the first-choice candidate, had a number of conversations with figures at the ECB this week, including Rob Key, the managing director of men’s cricket who is leading the sear...

The Premier League's Surprising Twist: Sixth Place Could Be the New Gateway to Glory!

Summer 2026: The Premier League Transfer Frenzy That Changed the Game