Infantino accuses West of ‘hypocrisy’ in speech
Fifa president Gianni Infantino accuses the West of “hypocrisy” in its reporting about Qatar’s human rights record on the eve of the World Cup.
World Cup build-up – England’s Dier to speak to media
All the news, views and reaction as we build up to the start of the World Cup in Qatar on Sunday.
Australia clinch ODI series win over England
Steve Smith hits a high-class 94 as Australia beat England by 72 runs in the second ODI to secure a series win with a game to spare.
Any early shocks? Sutton’s World Cup predictions
BBC Sport’s football expert Chris Sutton gives his predictions for the first round of group games at the World Cup.
The headline acts in the men’s & women’s finals
Who are the headline acts – and the players who might make the difference – in the men’s and women’s Rugby League World Cup finals on Saturday?
F1 launches all-female racing series for younger drivers
Formula 1 has announced the launch of its own all-female driver category, the F1 Academy, which the sport hopes will eventually lead to a woman racer on the grid.
Beer banned around World Cup stadiums in Qatar
Fans will not be allowed to buy alcohol around World Cup stadiums in Qatar, FIFA have announced.
Man Utd initiate ‘appropriate steps’ in response to Ronaldo interview
Manchester United have initiated “appropriate steps” in response to Cristiano Ronaldo’s explosive interview with Piers Morgan.
Hamilton tops Russell as Merc make strong start in Abu Dhabi
Lewis Hamilton led a one-two from team-mate George Russell as Mercedes made a strong start to the weekend in first practice at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.