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Clarke wants Scotland to 'do something special' on World Cup return
Steve Clarke wants Scotland to "do something special" on their return to the World Cup for the first time in 28 years.They take on Haiti in their opening match in Group C on Sunday (2am UK time) before facing Brazil and Morocco as they look to progress to the knockout stages for the first time.
Scotland boss Clarke by those who know him best
Scotland boss Clarke by those who know him bestImage source, SNSByThomas DuncanBBC Sport ScotlandPublished2 minutes agoCommentsFootage from the Scotland changing room after the win over Denmark says a lot about Steve Clarke.Players and staff line the edge of the Hampden changing room, some standing on the benches and peering over shoulders to get a glimpse of the head coach as he makes his speech.There are celebratory t-shirts on and hands wrapped around bottles of beer, but in the moment the pa...
PL referees to issue yellow cards for hair pulling after rule change
Referees will now issue yellow cards for hair pulling in the 2026/27 season after a new set of football principles and refereeing points of emphasis were unveiled by the Premier League.Three players were sent off for pulling hair in the top flight last season, with the act previously viewed as violent conduct after Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) outlined it would be punished as a red card at the start of the 2025/26 campaign.
The football academy powering Ecuador's 2026 World Cup dream
Ecuador is one of twelve nations from the Americas to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Much of the national team's talent flows from a single trailblazing youth academy. As co-host nations and powerhouses dominate the spotlight, Ecuador's grassroots football system is quietly shaping the country's competitive future on the world stage.
Mexico makes history as the first country to host three World Cups
No country has ever hosted the FIFA World Cup three separate times. As the 2026 tournament kicks off, Mexico joins the United States and Canada as co-hosts. Correspondent Alasdair Baverstock looks at what this historic milestone means for the country and the beautiful game.
How Uruguay, with 3 million people, became a football powerhouse
Uruguay won the very first FIFA World Cup in 1930, and nearly a century later, its passion for football is undiminished. With a population of fewer than four million people, this small South American nation consistently produces world-class players and competitive clubs. Joel Richards explores the culture, tradition, and infrastructure behind Uruguay's enduring success.
F3: Nael makes it three in a row as he leads Campos 1-2
Théophile Nael narrowly beat Campos Racing team mate Ugo Ugochukwu to pole position in Barcelona – claiming his third consecutive P1 start of the season.
Rafael Camara takes second consecutive F2 pole in Barcelona
Rafael Câmara went back-to-back in FIA Formula 2 Qualifying, earning his second pole position of the season and topping the order in Barcelona.
Critics of Mbappe have gone 'too far', says Dembele
Critics of Mbappe have gone 'too far', says DembeleImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Real Madrid have failed to win either the La Liga title or the Champions League in Kylian Mbappe's two seasons at the clubByMike PeterBBC Sport journalistPublished1 minute agoFrance forward Ousmane Dembele has defended his national team captain Kylian Mbappe, saying criticism of the Real Madrid striker has gone "too far".Mbappe is the subject of intense scrutiny in both Spain - where Real failed to win a...
Robbie Williams named Port Vale shirt sponsor
Robbie Williams named Port Vale shirt sponsor28 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleRichard PriceWest MidlandsPort Vale Football ClubWilliams described the partnership as a "match made in heaven"Robbie Williams has been announced as a charity ambassador and shirt sponsor for Port Vale Football Club.The two-year deal will see Williams using his profile to promote the club's charitable work and his RW mark will feature on the front of players' home and away shirts."It feels pretty incred...
ICC Women's T20 World Cup: England and Sri Lanka kick tournament off LIVE!
Hosts England take on Sri Lanka in the opening game of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup at Edgbaston; watch for FREE on the Sky Sports App from 5.30pm (first ball 6.30pm); watch every match from the T20 World Cup exclusively live on Sky Sports
Sold-out games and knockout ties as race for Sam heats up
Sold-out games and knockout ties as race for Sam heats upImage source, Getty Images & InphoImage caption, Donegal and Derry are in action on Saturday while Tyrone face Mayo on SundayByMatt GaultBBC Sport NI senior journalistPublished2 minutes agoWhile World Cup fans must wait a couple of weeks for the knockout stages to start at Fifa's expanded 48-team quadrennial showpiece, jeopardy will be prominent during this weekend's All-Ireland SFC fixtures.Like Fifa, the GAA tinkered with the format of i...
Norris tops the FP2 times in Barcelona
McLaren's Lando Norris finished fastest in Free Practice 2 ahead of the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, with just 0.057s covering the World Champion from Mercedes' George Russell and team mate Oscar Piastri.
Barcola could leave PSG this summer
Paris Saint-Germain could allow Bradley Barcola to leave this summer.Sky Sports News understands Arsenal are one of the Premier League clubs that have been tracking the 23-year-old winger, who is currently at the World Cup with France.
'Give ourselves options': Morkel outlines India's fast-bowling vision for 2027 ODI World Cup
India's fast-bowling reserves are being tested in the Afghanistan series as part of a long-term strategy for the South Africa tour. Bowling coach Morne Morkel highlighted the importance of giving youngsters like Prince Yadav and Gurnoor Brar opportunities to develop under pressure, aiming for peak performance in next year's World Cup.
‘More pressure than the president’: Ancelotti sets out to end Brazil’s World Cup drought
Last triumph was in 2002 but Italian head coach, without Neymar against Morocco, brings ‘joy and enthusiasm’It is Marcio Santos who best sums up the predicament Brazil’s players found themselves in before the 1994 World Cup. “We hadn’t won in 24 years. That’s way too long for the Brazilian people,” remembers the former defender in the new Netflix documentary USA 94: Brazil’s Return to Glory. Having suffered the ignominy of a first-ever defeat in qualifying that prompted the manager, Carlos Alber...
USA vs Paraguay: World Cup fever grips Los Angeles despite Trump policies
Fans in FIFA World Cup host city Los Angeles criticise the organisers and travel policies but are eager for the action.
Norris pips Russell to top Barcelona practice with Antonelli off pace
Lando Norris pipped George Russell to the fastest time of second practice at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix with Kimi Antonelli only fifth as McLaren impressed to outpace Mercedes.
Ex-England, Newcastle United and Liverpool footballer Andy Carroll denies breaching non-molestation order for second time by contacting Towie ex Billi Mucklow
Ex-England, Newcastle United and Liverpool footballer Andy Carroll denies breaching non-molestation order for second time by contacting Towie ex Billi Mucklow See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy ANDREW LEVY, REPORTER Published: 16:45, 12 June 2026 | Updated: 16:49, 12 June 2026 e-mail
Weir's title regret as she confirms Real Madrid exit
Weir's title regret as she confirms Real Madrid exitImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Caroline Weir has contributed the most goals and assists in Real Madrid's historyByClive LindsayBBC Sport ScotlandPublished2 minutes agoScotland midfielder Caroline Weir has confirmed her exit from Real Madrid without giving a hint of her next destination.The 30-year-old says it was "a dream come true" to have played for the club and that her "only regret is that I could not give you a first title" in he...