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World Cup scouting report: the lowdown on England’s next opponents Panama
<p>Did you enjoy England’s stalemate against Ghana? Panama are just as seasoned in the art of footballing nihilism</p><p>Panama apparently have nothin
US players insist momentum remains with them despite late loss to Turkey
<p>The US were on the verge of an encouraging draw in a meaningless game, but they insist that losing to Turkey changes nothing about what’s to come</
Has VAR become a lottery at the World Cup?
After a week of strange decisions many supporters have been left scratching their heads with VAR.
Why there's more to Spain than Lamine Yamal - Azpilicueta
Former Spain captain Cesar Azpilicueta explains why La Roja head coach Luis de la Fuente has the team and squad he needs for success in the next month
Start Rashford? Bring O'Reilly back? Pick your England XI to face Panama
Who should start for England against Panama in their final World Cup group game? It's time to put yourself in Thomas Tuchel's shoes.
Rainbow flags await Egypt and Iran at awkward Pride Match
Iran's coach refuses to discuss pride celebrations in Seattle, where his country face Egypt in a crucial Group G match.
How are the TV picks decided for the World Cup's round of 32?
BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains the complexities behind television selections for the 2026 World Cup's round of 32 fixtures
Hart explains how goalkeepers are struggling with World Cup ball
Former England goalkeeper Joe Hart answers your questions about the Trionda World Cup ball and how it might be affecting goalkeepers at the tournament
Urgency, magic and Rashford: how England can beat the low block against Panama | Emma Hayes
<p>Thomas Tuchel’s team will be working on key details of how to combat a low block before their final Group L game on Saturday</p><p>England’s goalle
What do numbers tell us about Scotland's World Cup attacking intent?
BBC Scotland crunches the numbers behind Steve Clarke's blunt attack and looks at the potential deeper issues.
The 0-0 draw that highlighted flaw in World Cup format
Doubts rise over the World Cup's format as the first of the two group games that give the two teams a chance to progress with a draw finishes 0-0.
Why are World Cup underdogs doing so well?
Are the surprise results achieved by lower-ranked teams in the World Cup a matter of luck - or clever planning and execution?
Bielsa’s first meeting with former pupil De la Fuente comes at fractious moment for Uruguay
<p>Spain present a formidable obstacle for a Uruguay side needing a win to progress – and quell a rebellious dressing-room mood</p><p>In the summer of
From cheap transport to football geekery: how Zohran Mamdani won the World Cup
<p>The New York City mayor has made his mark on the tournament to cap an extraordinary run of sporting success over the last few months</p><p>A stunni
US interested in hosting 2038 World Cup - Giuliani
The United States could consider making a bid to host the men's 2038 World Cup, with Fifa considering expanding the tournament to 64 teams.
Ecstasy for Ecuador and draw puts Australia through | World Cup Daily
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Mbappe v Haaland: Who is more important for their country?
Two of the greatest forwards in world football will go head-to-head at Boston Stadium on Friday, as France and Kylian Mbappe take on Norway and Erling
Hearts' Braga plays down transfer talk - gossip
Hearts striker says sole focus is on Champions League qualifying despite links to France as Celtic are set to end long negotiations with coaching staf
‘You better remember where you were watching’: 30 years on from England’s loss to Germany at Euro 96
<p>With those words on 26 June 1996, Des Lynam ended his coverage of England’s defeat by Germany, one of the most unforgettable nights in English tour
Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 19
Will you get today's World Cup player in as few attempts as possible?
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