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Rashford's big move - from unwanted at Man Utd to wanted by Barcelona

With Marcus Rashford set to leave Old Trafford, BBC Sport explains how he ended up on the brink of a remarkable move to Barcelona...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 19:07:01 GMT

Deal in principle agreed for Rashford to join Barcelona

A deal in principle is agreed over a possible deal that would see Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford join Barcelona. ..

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 18:30:04 GMT

Berger's stunning save prevents extra-time own goal

Germany goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger acrobatically keeps out a headed deflection to deny France a goal in the first half of extra time in the Women's Euro 2025 quarter-final in Basel...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 22:00:44 GMT

Howe confident 'happy' Isak will stay at Newcastle

Newcastle are beaten 4-0 by Celtic in their first pre-season fixture, with striker Alexander Isak left out of the Magpies squad...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 17:30:08 GMT

How Kelly's happiness saved England's Euros

When Chloe Kelly saved England's Euros defence in 103 seconds on Thursday night, it proved the impact of two things - how good the 27-year-old is on the pitch, and how important her happiness is off the field...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 16:55:27 GMT

Man Utd new boy Leon catches eye in draw with Leeds

Young full-back Diego Leon impresses during Manchester United's 0-0 draw with Leeds in their pre-season friendly...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 15:31:17 GMT

Bamford 'not part of my plans' - Leeds boss Farke

Leeds United manager Daniel Farke says striker Patrick Bamford is not part of his plans for the club's return to the Premier League. ..

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 17:17:50 GMT

England 'optimistic' Williamson will play in semi

England are "very optimistic" that Leah Williamson will play against Italy in their Euro 2025 semi-final, says fellow defender Esme Morgan...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 10:59:06 GMT

Gibbs-White 'keeping it professional' amid transfer row

Morgan Gibbs-White features in Nottingham Forest's 0-0 friendly draw with Monaco amid ongoing uncertainty over his future...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 18:02:08 GMT

Sancho close to Juventus move - Sunday's gossip

Juventus are ready to meet Jadon Sancho asking price, while Newcastle and Manchester United target Randal Kolo Muani and Roma reach agreement for Evan Ferguson, plus more...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 22:10:56 GMT

Football Daily

Katie Smith has reaction to Germany’s win over France at UEFA Women’s EURO 2025...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 23:01:00 GMT

Resilience, luck and subs - England's winning formula

England's resilience, the impact of the 'super-subs' and a large slice of luck proved to be familiar traits in their penalty shootout win over Sweden...

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 05:52:07 GMT

Football Daily

Maisie & Lioness fans debrief the quarter-final chaos against Sweden!..

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 13:30:00 GMT

What is the most extraordinary penalty shootout?

England's victory over Sweden at Euro 2025 featured a shootout of many misses but it is far from the most bizarre penalty competition in football history...

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 11:17:33 GMT

England shootout win draws 7.4 million TV viewers

More than seven million viewers tuned in to BBC television coverage of England's dramatic penalty shootout win against Sweden in the Euro 2025 quarter-finals...

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 14:34:07 GMT

From ball girl to England hero - who is rising star Agyemang?

Aged just 19, Michelle Agyemang burst on to the international scene with a debut goal in April. On Thursday, she scored in England's Euro 2025 quarter-final to keep their title hopes alive...

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 09:02:00 GMT

Holders South Africa win shootout to reach Wafcon semis

South Africa will face Nigeria in the last four of Wafcon 2024 after beating Senegal 4-1 on penalties following a goalless quarter-final in Oudja...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 23:14:16 GMT

Arsenal name two 15-year-olds in Asia tour squad

Arsenal include 15-year-olds Max Dowman and Marli Salmon in their squad for their tour of Singapore and Hong Kong...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 16:44:04 GMT

Ghana beat Algeria on penalties in Wafcon quarters

Cynthia Konlan saves two penalties as Ghana beat Algeria 4-2 on penalties in the quarter-finals of the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 19:24:28 GMT

'More to come in' at Celtic after Yamada - Rodgers

Celtic have "some more" players to recruit, says manager Brendan Rodgers as the new season nears...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 18:02:41 GMT

Martin revels in 'incredible' support from Ferguson

Russell Martin says the support he has had from Sir Alex Ferguson since taking over as Rangers head coach has been "incredible"...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 12:22:12 GMT

Leeds agree £17m deal for Germany midfielder Stach

Hoffenheim midfielder Anton Stach is set to sign a four-year contract at Elland Road...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 12:07:52 GMT

How history-chasing Italy can threaten England at Euro 2025

With Italy waiting for England in the semi-finals of Euro 2025, BBC Sport looks at how the Azzurre could threaten the Lionesses' quest to retain their title...

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 22:56:10 GMT

Berger stars as Germany reach semi-final on penalties

Goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger plays a crucial role as Germany recover from an early red card to beat France on penalties in the Women's Euro 2025 quarter-final in Basel...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 22:17:24 GMT

'What a stupid thing to do' - Germany go a goal and a player down

Germany's Kathrin Hendrich is sent off for pulling the hair of Griedge Mbock after a VAR review. Grace Geyoro scores the resulting penalty to put France 1-0 up in the Women's Euro 2025 quarter-final...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 22:00:41 GMT

England have built togetherness through vulnerability - Mead

England forward Beth Mead tells BBC Sport's Jo Currie how opening up to each other during tough times has helped the Lionesses build trust and togetherness on and off the pitch...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 17:28:51 GMT

I hadn't packed, but it wasn't our time to go - Morgan

England defender Esme Morgan discusses making her Euro 2025 debut in the victory over Swede...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 13:53:48 GMT

Spain through to semis after win over hosts Switzerland

Spain continue their quest for a first European Championship crown by scoring two second-half goals to knock out hosts Switzerland and reach the semi-finals. ..

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 21:30:06 GMT

Mbeumo 'proven quality' - but Man Utd still have striker dilemma

Bryan Mbeumo has joined Manchester United to boost their forward options but does Ruben Amorim still need to sign a striker?..

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 12:34:36 GMT

Japan forward Yamada joins Celtic on four-year deal

Japan international forward Shin Yamada is Scottish champions Celtic's latest signing...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 08:11:16 GMT

What is England's route to Euro 2025 final?

BBC Sport looks at how the tournament is shaping up for defending champions England after qualifying for the semi-finals...

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 21:04:04 GMT

Arsenal complete £48.5m signing of Madueke from Chelsea

Arsenal complete the signing of England winger Noni Madueke from Chelsea for an initial fee of £48.5m...

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 16:00:12 GMT

Brentford attempt to open contract talks with Wissa

Brentford attempt to open contract talks with Yoane Wissa but he is understood to prefer a move away from the Premier League club this summer...

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 18:41:14 GMT

'I've yet to be sacked' - Frank relishing 'risk' of taking Spurs job

Tottenham manager Thomas Frank says he is in it "for the long term," despite the club having four managers since June 2021...

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 17:21:17 GMT

What we know so far about changes to FPL next season

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains all of the major new features to Fantasy Premier League before the start of the 2025-26 season...

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 17:47:35 GMT

Snoop Dogg - why Swansea and what next?

BBC Sport looks at Snoop Dogg's sporting background and wonders what influence he might have on a Championship club from south west Wales...

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 14:12:59 GMT

Why Arsenal made Smith the first £1m women's footballer

Canada forward Olivia Smith becomes the most expensive signing in women's football history by completing a £1m move from Liverpool...

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 11:00:19 GMT

Longstaff joins Leeds from Newcastle in £12m move

Newly promoted Leeds United sign midfielder Sean Longstaff from Newcastle in a deal worth £12m plus potential add-ons...

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 20:03:42 GMT

Man Utd agree £65m deal to sign Brentford's Mbeumo

Manchester United set to sign Bryan Mbeumo as Brentford accept £65m bid for Cameroon winger...

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 12:01:46 GMT

Forest's Danilo joins Botafogo as Sels signs new deal

Botafogo sign Nottingham Forest midfielder Danilo on a four-year deal, while Forest goalkeeper Matz Sels signs new deal to 2027. ..

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 15:38:38 GMT

West Ham agree personal terms with Walker-Peters

West Ham agree personal terms with Kyle Walker-Peters on a free transfer following the full-back's exit from Southampton...

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 08:57:46 GMT

France to face Germany reaction? Brown-Finnis' Euros predictions - quarter-finals

Former England goalkeeper and BBC pundit Rachel Brown-Finnis gives her predictions for the four quarter-final ties at the 2025 European Championship...

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 21:43:23 GMT

'Picture perfect from Pina!' Spain score second against Switzerland

Claudia Pina curls home a "picture perfect" finish to put Spain 2-0 up against hosts Switzerland in their Euro 2025 quarter final in Bern. ..

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 20:47:17 GMT

How two moments of brilliance helped Spain beat Switzerland

Alex Scott, Steph Houghton, Nikita Parris and Anita Assante analyse how two brilliant goals helped Spain beat Switzerland to reach the semi-finals of Euro 2025...

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 21:42:18 GMT

'Instant impact!' Sub Del Castillo fires Spain ahead

Substitute Athenea del Castillo fires Spain ahead against Switzerland from Aitana Bonmati's superb backheel assist in their Euro 2025 quarter final in Bern...

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 20:38:31 GMT

Caldentey misses early penalty for Spain

Spain's Mariona Caldentey steps up after being fouled but misses from the penalty spot as their Euro 2025 quarter-final against Switzerland remains goalless. ..

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 19:40:00 GMT

Will England make changes for Italy semi final?

Alex Scott, Steph Houghton, Nikita Parris and Anita Assante discuss what changes Sarina Wiegman may make for England's Euro 2025 semi final against Italy...

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 20:24:48 GMT

Wrexham sign defender Cacace from Empoli

Wrexham are believed to have been close to breaking their transfer record in signing New Zealand left-back Liberato Cacace from Italian side Empoli...

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 19:31:15 GMT

'We've waited so long' - Asian heritage Middleton-Patel makes Euros history

It is hoped Manchester United goalkeeper Safia Middleton-Patel's historic moment of becoming the first female player of Asian heritage to play for Wales at a major tournament can represent a watershed moment...

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 14:03:29 GMT

Nigeria thrash Zambia to reach Wafcon semi-finals

Nigeria put in a sublime performance to beat Zambia 5-0 and reach the semi-finals at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations...

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 18:01:41 GMT

Wrexham to hold talks with ex-Owl Windass

The move comes a day after Josh Windass left Wrexham's financially-troubled Championship rivals Sheffield Wednesday...

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 19:32:35 GMT

Liverpool sign Scotland midfielder Kerr after loan

Liverpool sign Bayern Munich midfielder Sam Kerr after she spent the second half of last season on loan at the WSL club...

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 12:14:46 GMT

Ince handed ban after admitting drink-driving

The 57-year-old admitted driving his Range Rover while over the limit in Cheshire. ..

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 09:58:14 GMT

'No brainer' as Dorrington returns to Dons on loan

Alfie Dorrington agreed a second loan at Aberdeen from Tottenham Hotspur for the 2025-26 season...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 11:31:18 GMT

Mary Earps: Queen of Stops

Goalkeeper Mary Earps offers an insight into her journey to the pinnacle of her sport...

Fri, 30 May 2025 04:55:00 GMT

A 90s documentary with performances from the Gallaghers

First broadcast in 1997, this documentary gives the band's account of their previous year...

Sat, 21 Jun 2025 21:57:51 GMT

Why are Forest set to take Palace's place in Europa League?

After winning the FA Cup and qualifying for the Europa League, why are Crystal Palace now set to lose their place to Nottingham Forest?..

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 19:14:25 GMT

The downfall of Brescia & potential rebirth in Serie C

Once the home of Roberto Baggio and Pep Guardiola, Brescia have had their professional licence revoked - but will the club be reborn?..

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 06:50:17 GMT

Watch: Diogo Jota - a tribute

Paying tribute to and looking back at the career of the Liverpool forward Diogo Jota...

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 11:04:58 GMT

Transfers - July 2025

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

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 13:02:27 GMT

Manager ins and outs - July 2025

BBC Sport tracks all the manager ins and outs in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, Women's Super League, English Football League and National League...

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 11:01:28 GMT

'More to come in' at Celtic, says Rodgers after rout against Newcastle

Celtic have "some more" players to recruit, says manager Brendan Rodgers as the new season nears...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 18:02:41 GMT

Rangers boss Martin revels in 'incredible' Ferguson support

Russell Martin says the support he has had from Sir Alex Ferguson since taking over as Rangers head coach has been "incredible"...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 12:22:12 GMT

Japan forward Yamada joins Celtic on four-year deal

Japan international forward Shin Yamada is Scottish champions Celtic's latest signing...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 08:11:16 GMT

'No brainer' as Dorrington returns to Aberdeen on loan

Alfie Dorrington agreed a second loan at Aberdeen from Tottenham Hotspur for the 2025-26 season...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 11:31:18 GMT

Cazorla, 40, signs new Oviedo deal before La Liga return

Former Arsenal midfielder Santi Cazorla, 40, signs a new one-year contract with boyhood club Real Oviedo as they prepare to return to the Spanish top flight...

Sun, 13 Jul 2025 09:03:10 GMT

Arsenal close to finalising Gyokeres deal

Arsenal expect to reach a full agreement with Sporting inside the next 24 hours for the 73.5m euros (£63.5m) signing of Viktor Gyokeres...

Sun, 13 Jul 2025 18:23:59 GMT

Sainz leaves Norwich to join Porto on five-year deal

Borja Sainz leaves Norwich City and joins Portuguese club Porto for £14.25m, having agreed a five-year contract...

Sun, 13 Jul 2025 18:34:48 GMT

AC Milan v Como could be first European match to be played abroad

AC Milan's Serie A match against Como in February could become the first European league fixture to be played abroad after plans to host the fixture in Australia are announced. ..

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 15:13:30 GMT

Ex-Man City striker Dzeko signs for Fiorentina

Former Manchester City striker Edin Dzeko signs a contract with Fiorentina which will mean the Bosnia-Herzegovina captain plays into his 40s...

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 13:35:48 GMT

Bilbao player fails doping test for alopecia medicine

Athletic Bilbao defender Yeray Alvarez is provisionally suspended for "unintentional" use of banned substance used to treat alopecia...

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 10:05:08 GMT

Ancelotti gets jail term for tax evasion but will not go to prison

Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti is sentenced to a year in prison by a Spanish court for tax evasion - but he will not have to serve time in jail. ..

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 15:36:01 GMT

London City sign goalkeeper Poor on permanent deal

Newly promoted Women's Super League side London City Lionesses sign goalkeeper Sophia Poor on a permanent transfer...

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 15:01:05 GMT

Liverpool sign Scotland midfielder Kerr after loan

Liverpool sign Bayern Munich midfielder Sam Kerr after she spent the second half of last season on loan at the WSL club...

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 12:14:46 GMT

Hosts Morocco cruise past Mali to reach Wafcon semis

Ibtissam Jraidi's double helps the Atlas Lionesses to a 3-1 win, setting up a last-four meeting against either Algeria or Ghana at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations...

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 22:38:59 GMT

Why Arsenal made Smith the first £1m women's footballer

Canada forward Olivia Smith becomes the most expensive signing in women's football history by completing a £1m move from Liverpool...

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 11:00:19 GMT

Villa sign Baijings on permanent deal from Bayern

Netherlands midfielder Jill Baijings, who spent last season on loan at Aston Villa, joins on a permanent basis...

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 09:17:02 GMT

Everton sign England winger Robinson on loan

Everton sign England winger Katie Robinson on loan from Aston Villa, with an option to buy clause. ..

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 14:13:07 GMT

Napoli 'smell blood' & target Premier League's discarded stars

After Scott McTominay was a hit, Napoli went back to the Premier League for Kevin de Bruyne, could more players follow them to Serie A?..

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 05:43:39 GMT

How does Daniel Levy run Tottenham - and would he ever leave?

With Tottenham struggling on the pitch and chairman Daniel Levy facing criticism from fans, BBC Sport looks at how the club is run and what the future might hold...

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 13:30:55 GMT

When River Plate icon Diaz took over fourth-tier Oxford

Twenty years on from Ramon Diaz's surprising appointment at Oxford United, BBC Sport looks at what happened and how it went...

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 09:01:52 GMT

East meets west London - the mentor who changed Chelsea

Vinay Menon knew nothing about football when he went for a meeting at a west London mansion in 2009. A few weeks later he was in the heart of the Chelsea dressing room...

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 23:04:58 GMT

The air crash and the underdogs - a triumph for a lost generation

Nineteen years and 10 miles separated Zambia's football team from a lost, golden generation on a fateful night in Libreville...

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 23:01:06 GMT

The rise and fall of North Korea - the sleeping giant of women's football

North Korea lags behind most of the rest of the world in several areas. But the hermit state has had an outsized impact on international women's football...

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 23:04:32 GMT

Chasing the 'Ghost' - a superstar struck down by lightning

John White did the League and Cup Double, but his sudden death left his son searching for the man behind the comic-book persona...

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 23:03:58 GMT