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How BBC and ITV will cover every World Cup 2026 match for UK viewers
BBC and ITV will share highlights and on-demand replays for all 105 matches at World Cup 2026, with BBC covering 54 games and ITV broadcasting 51 exclusively live fixtures across their respective streaming platforms.
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South Korea Stuns Czech Republic to Join Mexico Atop Group A
Despite dominating play, South Korea fell behind but staged a dramatic comeback to defeat Czech Republic 2-1 thanks to goals from Hwang In-Beom and Oh Hyeon-gyu, moving level on points with Mexico at the top of Group A in 2026 World Cup qualifying.
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Neymar valued at €8M on Transfermarkt, far from his record €222M transfer
Absent from the 2026 World Cup due to injury, Neymar is now valued at just €8 million by Transfermarkt — down from €50 million in October 2023. His 2017 transfer to PSG remains the most expensive in football history.
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South Korea's comeback, three red cards and a fan festival evacuation: World Cup 2026 opens in chaos
The 2026 FIFA World Cup began with a dramatic first night: Mexico beat South Africa 2-0 in a record-breaking three-red-card opener, South Korea came from behind to defeat Czech Republic 2-1, and Toronto's FIFA Fan Festival was evacuated after a thunderstorm warning.
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Bruno Fernandes urges Man United to sign £80m West Ham star as Casemiro exit shapes summer rebuild
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has reportedly pushed the club to sign West Ham's Mateus Fernandes this summer, mirroring the role departing Casemiro played in steering United toward their £39m pursuit of Atalanta midfielder Ederson.
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Arsenal target Rogers and Kroupi in £170m double swoop, Parlour backs both deals
Ray Parlour has endorsed Arsenal's reported pursuit of Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers and Bournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi, with the two signings expected to cost a combined £170m as Mikel Arteta looks to strengthen his Premier League title-winning squad.
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Hwang In-beom goal and assist rescues South Korea from Czech Republic deficit at World Cup
South Korea came from behind to beat the Czech Republic 2-1 at Guadalajara Stadium on Thursday, with Hwang In-beom scoring and setting up Oh Hyeon-gyu's winner to secure a Group A victory in the 2026 World Cup.
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United target Lens midfielder Sangare for £35m as Alex Scott route opens up
Manchester United are reportedly preparing a £35m bid for Lens midfielder Mamadou Sangare, while a path to signing Bournemouth's Alex Scott has cleared after the England camp development.
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Mexico open World Cup 2026 with 2-0 win as three red cards and Jimenez tears mark chaotic day one
Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0 at the Estadio Azteca in the World Cup 2026 opener, with Raul Jimenez heading in the second goal and breaking down in tears. Three red cards — two for South Africa, one for Mexico — overshadowed the result, while South Korea came from behind to beat Czech Republic 2-1.
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Mexico ends opening-day World Cup curse as South Korea complete comeback on Day 1
Mexico claimed their first-ever opening-day World Cup win, beating South Africa 2-0 in a chaotic three-red-card match in Mexico City, while South Korea came from behind to defeat Czechia in the day's second fixture.
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Liverpool line up £115m defensive duo and Trent Alexander-Arnold successor under Iraola
Liverpool are planning a significant defensive overhaul this summer under new head coach Andoni Iraola, with a £60m centre-back already secured and further targets identified to replace departing stars.
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Empty seats haunt World Cup 2026 opener as ticket price controversy deepens
Thousands of empty seats were visible at the Estadio Akron in Guadalajara as South Korea defeated Czech Republic 2-1 in Group A, with Oh Hyeon Gyu scoring the winner — the latest flashpoint in a growing row over Fifa's dynamic pricing policy.
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Heskey warns Iraola of 'immense' Liverpool pressure as Shearer tips £160m Bournemouth double raid
Emile Heskey has cautioned new Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola that the step up to Anfield brings pressure unlike anything he faced at Bournemouth, while Alan Shearer predicts the Reds could spend £160m on Cherries duo Eli Kroupi and Alex Scott.
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Bayern Munich eye Rashford as Barcelona exit looms and United prioritise left-back signing
Marcus Rashford's Barcelona loan looks set to end without a permanent deal after the club spent big on Anthony Gordon, with Bayern Munich now seriously considering a move for the 28-year-old. Meanwhile, Manchester United are prioritising a left-back this summer, with Newcastle's Lewis Hall among their targets.
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Mbappé puts pressure on Deschamps: "Let the Italians take an Italian"
Kylian Mbappé has reacted to rumours linking Didier Deschamps to the Italian national team after the World Cup, insisting loudly that the France manager remains French property — and promising him a title as a tribute.
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2026 World Cup: cooling breaks hijacked for American advertising
From the opening match of the 2026 World Cup, the three-minute hydration breaks introduced by FIFA were exploited by Fox to broadcast up to five commercials during the second stoppage, preventing American viewers from seeing the resumption of play.
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Retired All Blacks star Woodman-Wickliffe named among Messi and LeBron in Time's inaugural sports icons list
Portia Woodman-Wickliffe has been named in Time magazine's inaugural Top 100 Most Influential People in Sports, placed in the 'Icons' category alongside Lionel Messi, LeBron James, and Cristiano Ronaldo. The retired New Zealand star, a two-time Rugby World Cup winner and two-time Olympic gold medalist, said the recognition left her speechless.
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Bruno Fernandes pushes United to sign Mateus Fernandes as Arsenal circle £80m West Ham star
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has reportedly urged the club to sign West Ham's Mateus Fernandes this summer, following Casemiro's tip that led to the £39m move for Atalanta midfielder Ederson. Arsenal are also tracking the 21-year-old Portuguese playmaker.
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Alex Scott's England exit clears path for Manchester United's £80m midfield move
Manchester United are targeting Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott as a realistic alternative to Elliot Anderson, with the 22-year-old set to leave England's World Cup camp and become available for transfer discussions and a potential medical.
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Ivorian supporters banned from United States, unable to attend 2026 World Cup
Ivorian nationals were denied American visas, preventing Ivory Coast supporters from attending the Elephants' group-stage matches at the 2026 World Cup.
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