July, 2026
Lightning, hotel security and spying – issues England face in Mexico
England are booed as they arrive at their Mexico City hotel to prepare for their World Cup last-16 game against Mexico – and it’s not the only issue they face.
Five and a half hours that left England’s World Cup tie in chaos
For several hours on Friday, no-one seemed to know when England’s World Cup last-16 match against co-hosts Mexico would kick off. BBC Sport tells how a story of confusion and anger – culminating in a Fifa U-turn – unfolded.
Antonelli passes Hamilton to win Silverstone sprint
Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli overtakes Lewis Hamilton to win an action-packed sprint race at the British Grand Prix.
All Blacks beat France in thrilling Nations Championship opener
Will Jordan scores twice to help New Zealand beat France as the inaugural Nations Championship opens with a captivating, nine-try thriller in Christchurch.
Argentina overcome Cape Verde in extra-time thriller
Argentina overcome a huge scare as they beat Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time thanks to a deflected header from Cristian Romero to advance to the last 16.
Germany want Klopp talks as Nagelsmann resigns
The German football association is seeking talks with Jurgen Klopp about becoming their men’s national team coach after Julian Nagelsmann resigned.
England fan tickets on resale for up to £26k – including 15% Fifa fee
Tickets originally bought by England fans for Monday’s last 16 game against Mexico are relisted for thousands of pounds on Fifa’s official resale portal.
Argentina v Cape Verde: Breaking down biggest World Cup knockout mismatch
Lionel Messi versus Vozinha. It is the World Cup battle no-one knew they wanted, but which fans now cannot wait to see.
BBC offers ‘Stay Up or Catch Up’ for England v Mexico
The BBC will be launching a special ‘Stay Up or Catch Up’ offer for its live coverage of England’s game against Mexico at the 2026 World Cup.
Huge Snicko VAR call prolongs Ronaldo’s last dance but ends Modric’s
Veteran forward Cristiano Ronaldo gets another day on the World Cup stage after Croatia are denied a late equaliser by a huge VAR call.