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Today so far 2026-10-09 · 06:01 UTC

The NFL has joined 39 states and global regulators in backing New Jersey authorities at the Supreme Court in a significant battle over prediction market betting through the Kalshi platform, marking a major regulatory pushback against sports betting expansion. In soccer news, Real Madrid is reportedly pursuing a move for Scott McTominay, while UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin has announced he will stand for a fourth term. Elsewhere, Wales are preparing for a World Cup playoff first leg with shutout aspirations, and Tottenham player Simons has enrolled at Harvard University.

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Speedboats, handbags & free eggs - inside Team Scotland's kitting-out day

2026-07-01 · 16:39

Three weeks from the Commonwealth Games, Team Scotland now look the part as they get kitted out - and bag some goodies…

Osaka proving showstopper on and off court

2026-07-01 · 16:32

Naomi Osaka continues to prove a showstopper on and off the court at this year's Wimbledon, as she arrives in a new…

'Wonderful finish' - Cipenga gives DR Congo shock lead against England

2026-07-01 · 16:30

Brian Cipenga gives DR Congo an early lead against England during their round of 32 match in Atlanta.

Wales squad in dispute with WRU before Fiji opener

2026-07-01 · 16:20

Wales squad settle dispute with the Welsh Rugby Union over match fees three days before their Nations Championship…

Brighton agree club record £46m Vuskovic deal

2026-07-01 · 16:06

Brighton have third bid accepted by Tottenham and will pay club record £46m for highly-rated young defender Luka…

WTA Finals moves to Indian Wells after Saudi deal ended early

2026-07-01 · 16:01

The Women's Tennis Association is ending its partnership with Saudi Arabia to host the season-ending Finals a year…

Fly-half duel, debuts & NZ fortress beckon for Ireland

2026-07-01 · 16:00

With just over a year until the World Cup, injury-hit Ireland look to begin the inaugural Nations Championship with…

Nottingham Forest to replace Pereira with Glasner

2026-07-01 · 15:51

Vitor Pereira is poised to leave Nottingham Forest with the club ready to appoint former Crystal Palace boss Oliver…

'Just what the doctor ordered' - Sinner overcomes tricky Borges test

2026-07-01 · 15:49

Jannik Sinner's tricky start to his Wimbledon title defence continues as he overcomes a stern second-round test against…

Concern over rise in online racist abuse at World Cup

2026-07-01 · 15:16

The Word Cup has suffered a 'significant increase' in the most serious examples of racist abuse online, Fifa's social…

Northampton & Bath handed tough Champions Cup assignments

2026-07-01 · 13:58

Northampton and Bath will compete for points in the same tough Champions Cup pool next season, having been drawn…

Chelsea sign Italy defender Palestra for £47m

2026-07-01 · 13:28

Right-back Marco Palestra, 21, becomes Xabi Alonso's first signing as Chelsea manager.

No signings, no sales - what is happening at Manchester United?

2026-07-01 · 13:19

Manchester United have missed out on a second midfield target in Mateus Fernandes but are refusing to panic even though…

The small Basque club that produced Arteta, Alonso and Iraola

2026-07-01 · 13:01

The Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool managers all began their football journeys in the Basque region

LeBron's Last Dance - what next for James after Lakers exit?

2026-07-01 · 12:48

LeBron James is entering free agency in the NBA this summer for what could be the final move of his storied 23-year…

'Everything was worth it' - Evans bids emotional farewell as career ends

2026-07-01 · 12:44

Dan Evans bids an emotional farewell at Wimbledon as he and Henry Searle lose in the final match of the Briton's career.

Pick your England XI to face DR Congo at World Cup

2026-07-01 · 12:20

Who should start for England against DR Congo in their last-32 tie? It's time to put yourself in Thomas Tuchel's shoes.

Williams' knee injury leaves Wimbledon doubles in doubt

2026-07-01 · 12:17

Serena Williams' hopes of playing alongside her older sister Venus in the Wimbledon doubles look in doubt because of a…

Roy feels 'punished' by Commonwealth Games omission

2026-07-01 · 12:00

Northern Ireland sprinter Lauren Roy feels she is being "punished" after missing out on selection for the Commonwealth…

Has football fever taken hold in the US?

2026-07-01 · 11:57

With the World Cup now three weeks old, BBC Sport's reporters in the US look at how their perceptions have changed.

Tarling - from hospital bed to Tour de France in three weeks

2026-07-01 · 11:49

Three weeks ago, Josh Tarling's Tour de France appeared over after breaking his collarbone in a crash but the young…

Captain Sciver-Brunt fit for England's World Cup semi-final

2026-07-01 · 11:43

England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt is passed fit to return from injury for Thursday's T20 World Cup semi-final against…

Hull sell two players hours before deadline to avoid points deduction

2026-07-01 · 11:40

Hull City avoided the threat of a points deduction in the Premier League by selling two players hours before Tuesday's…

Egypt optimistic Salah will be fit to face Australia

2026-07-01 · 11:24

Sources inside the Egypt camp say Mohamed Salah is winning his race to overcome a hamstring injury and play in Friday's…

Scouting DR Congo - where England can win the game

2026-07-01 · 10:36

England play DR Congo in the World Cup round of 32 on Wednesday.

Salvin leaves Exeter for Wales forwards coach job

2026-07-01 · 10:34

Wales boost backroom team before WXV by bringing in forwards coach Steve Salvin on a full-time basis.

Three killed in Mexico City World Cup celebrations

2026-07-01 · 10:12

More than one million people took to the streets of Mexico City on Tuesday to mark the country's win over Ecuador.

England can cope with altitude - Sinfield

2026-07-01 · 09:37

England will be ideally prepared for the unique challenge of playing at altitude against world champions South Africa on…

Scarlets announce £2.1m loss in 'challenging' time

2026-07-01 · 09:23

Scarlets made a loss of £2.1m during the 2024-2025 season, according to the club's latest accounts.

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