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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.

Scouting DR Congo - where England can win the game

England play DR Congo in the World Cup round of 32 on Wednesday. BBC Sport looks at what dangers the African side possess.

2026-07-01 · 10:36 UTC
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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.

Neil wants to meet 'expectation' after joining Rangers

2026-07-01 · 09:23

Dan Neil expects "a very similar feeling" of trying to meet expectations after joining Rangers from Sunderland on a…

Time for Tuchel to show hand as England enter World Cup danger zone

2026-07-01 · 09:10

England coach Thomas Tuchel must now play his strongest hand as he enters the danger zone in a World Cup of shocks, says…

I've had death threats over Clark incident - Thomas

2026-07-01 · 08:22

Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas says she has received death threats and racist abuse after an incident with…

Itauma ordered to hold talks over IBF title fight

2026-07-01 · 07:09

Briton Moses Itauma is ordered to hold talks with Cuba's Frank Sanchez about fighting for the IBF heavyweight title…

Celtic may seek to sign Gineitis as Engels replacement - gossip

2026-07-01 · 06:47

Celtic linked with Lithuania midfielder, Rangers player liked by Atalanta and Dundee defender set for seven-figure move.

Fifa explains decision to rule out Germany goal

2026-07-01 · 06:40

Fifa says coaches and players were told before the World Cup referees will punish the type of foul that saw Germany's…

Who am I? Guess the tennis star No 2

2026-07-01 · 05:57

Will you get today's tennis player in as few attempts as possible?

Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 24

2026-07-01 · 05:48

Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?

Mexico rampant at fortress Azteca - and England could be next

2026-07-01 · 05:38

Mexico have won all four games and not conceded a goal at this World Cup.

I'd have done the same to get him sent off - 20 years since Rooney's red card

2026-07-01 · 05:31

Former England striker Wayne Rooney talks about his red card in the 2006 World Cup quarter-final against Portugal, and…

Hincapie becomes second player sent off for covering mouth

2026-07-01 · 05:17

Ecuador defender Piero Hincapie became the second player at the World Cup to be dismissed for covering his mouth while…

Hincapie second player to be sent off for covering mouth

2026-07-01 · 05:13

Ecuador defender Piero Hincapie becomes the second player at this tournament to be shown a red card for covering his…

Lobbing Federer changed his life – the cult hero back at Wimbledon

2026-07-01 · 05:04

Marcus Willis is best known for playing Roger Federer on Wimbledon's Centre Court but, 10 years on, he says he is not…

Mexico set up potential England last-16 tie after win over 10-man Ecuador

2026-07-01 · 04:52

Mexico cruise into the last 16 of the World Cup with a comfortable victory over Ecuador in a weather-delayed contest at…

'The Azteca erupts!' Quinones fires Mexico into lead

2026-07-01 · 04:01

Julian Quinones times his run to perfection before rifling home a fierce shot to give Mexico the lead against Ecuador in…

Tuchel will stick to Southgate's penalty plan

2026-07-01 · 01:49

England manager Thomas Tuchel had revealed that his team will follow his predecessor Sir Gareth Southgate's penalty…

United, free and brilliant - can anyone stop France masterclass?

2026-07-01 · 01:07

France boss Didier Deschamps urges caution despite watching his side dismantle Sweden to leave Les Bleus fans dreaming…

120mph serves but movement a struggle - how did Williams' return go?

2026-07-01 · 00:29

Serena Williams loses on her singles return to Wimbledon - but what can we expect next from the tennis legend?

Mbappe scores twice as France dominate Sweden

2026-06-30 · 23:34

Kylian Mbappe becomes the all-time leading goalscorer in World Cup knockout matches with after scoring twice as France…

Williams edged by Joint in epic three‑setter on singles return

2026-06-30 · 23:24

Serena Williams came close to a sensational comeback win on her Wimbledon return before narrowly losing an epic…

Mbappe scores twice as France beat Sweden

2026-06-30 · 22:55

Kylian Mbappe scores twice as France cruise to a comfortable win over Sweden in their World Cup round of 32 match at…

Barcola 'emphatically' doubles France's lead over Sweden

2026-06-30 · 22:53

Bradley Barcola "empahatically" fires home France's second goal in their World Cup round of 32 match against Sweden at…

Garcia misses out on Open qualification again

2026-06-30 · 22:18

Spain's Sergio Garcia will miss the Open Championship at Royal Birkdale next month for the third time in four years.

Shelton stunned as qualifier Virtanen progresses to second round

2026-06-30 · 22:12

Finnish qualifier Otto Virtanen produces a stunning display to beat fourth seed Ben Shelton in a fifth set tie-break in…

Rosenior nears management return at Paris FC

2026-06-30 · 22:06

Former Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior is set to return to football at French club Paris FC on a two-year contract, with…

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