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Today so far 2026-10-03 · 06:00 UTC

Manchester City continues to face scrutiny over its finances with coverage of the club's transfer spending practices and a report that a Man City whistleblower to lose witness protection. Across various sports, there were notable performances including Pretorius breaks Gayle's T20 record score in cricket, snooker's Trump whitewashes Selby to set up Wu semi-final, and rugby union action with Bath gain revenge on Exeter to win 11-try thriller.

Littler's Players Championship hopes dented

Luke Littler loses to Jermaine Wattimena in the quarter-finals of the 27th Players Championship contest of the year.

2026-08-25 · 18:33 UTC
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Forest agree £50m deal for Chelsea striker Delap

2026-08-25 · 18:06

Nottingham Forest have agreed a fee worth around £50m to sign Chelsea striker Liam Delap.

Pogacar's astonishing solo effort punishes Vuelta rivals

2026-08-25 · 17:44

Tadej Pogacar takes a huge step towards winning the Velta a Espana for the first time as he cruises to a resounding…

Europe's Solheim defeat in 2024 'extra incentive' for Maguire

2026-08-25 · 16:51

Ireland's Leona Maguire says the opportunity for Europe to reclaim the Solheim Cup from the United States offers added…

Irish FA withdraws support for Infantino

2026-08-25 · 16:29

The Irish Football Association says it is "time for change" at Fifa and they will not be voting for president Gianni…

£1.5m-rated Abdulmalik asks to leave Boreham Wood

2026-08-25 · 16:18

Boreham Wood forward Abdul Abdulmalik says he is "capable of reaching the top" after the National League side reject a…

Man Utd's midfield spending is done - now for a left-back?

2026-08-25 · 16:03

After spending £155m on three midfielders, now Manchester United must decide whether to try to buy a left-back

Baleba completes £70m Man Utd move from Brighton

2026-08-25 · 15:55

Manchester United sign Cameroon midfielder Carlos Baleba from Brighton in a £70m deal.

Retiring Wawrinka 'forever grateful' to US Open despite no wildcard

2026-08-25 · 15:48

Stan Wawrinka says his US Open triumph will "forever be one of the greatest moments of my life" after missing out on a…

LIV returnees should 'eat humble pie' - Faldo

2026-08-25 · 14:26

Sir Nick Faldo says LIV golfers seeking a return to the DP World Tour may have to "eat a bit of humble pie" before…

Scotney to face WBC featherweight champion Brown

2026-08-25 · 14:12

British fighter Ellie Scotney is confirmed to face WBC featherweight champion Tiara Brown in Arlington, Texas on 8…

Cole leaves role as England U21 coach

2026-08-25 · 13:20

Ashley Cole leaves his role as England Under-21 coach after five years in the position.

Root 'hacked off' and 'disappointed' at Carse incident

2026-08-25 · 12:26

England captain Joe Root says he is "hacked off" and "disappointed" at the incident involving fast bowler Brydon Carse…

Dott removed from snooker Hall of Fame after child abuse conviction

2026-08-25 · 11:48

The 49-year-old was found guilty of two counts of lewd, indecent and libidinous behaviour towards a girl and boy.

FA approves WSL academy sides in National League

2026-08-25 · 11:47

Women's Super League (WSL) academy sides will play in tier three of the football pyramid from the 2027-28 season with…

Sir Billy Boston - 'the world-class athlete, whose story deserved to be told'

2026-08-25 · 11:46

Rugby league commentator Matt Newsum says Sir Billy Boston was a "world-class athlete, whose story deserved to be told".

Are left-handers better and when will Root catch Tendulkar? Cricket Q&A

2026-08-25 · 11:24

Data analysts CricViz answer your questions on successful reviews, hat-tricks, Joe Root and more.

Vondrousova appeals to Cas against four-year ban

2026-08-25 · 10:37

Former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova did not let an anti-doping official enter her home to carry out a test in…

Sir Billy Boston: Career highlights and reflections on a great

2026-08-25 · 10:29

The story of one of the greatest players of rugby league, with video highlights and personal reflections from Sir Billy…

Dalglish and Carney win PFA Merit Awards

2026-08-25 · 10:01

Liverpool and Scotland legend Sir Kenny Dalglish and 144-cap England great Karen Carney are named the Professional…

Legendary rugby league winger Boston dies aged 92

2026-08-25 · 09:24

Rugby league legend Sir Billy Boston, one of the game's greatest try scorers, dies aged 92.

Tottenham sign Savinho from Man City for £75m

2026-08-25 · 09:14

Tottenham sign Brazil winger Savinho from Manchester City for an initial £75m.

How did all nine new managers fare in Premier League openers?

2026-08-25 · 08:54

Who impressed and who has work to do?

What does your Premier League club still need in the transfer window?

2026-08-25 · 08:40

BBC Sport takes a look at what each of the Premier League clubs still need before the summer transfer window shuts in…

Ranking the best managers in Premier League history

2026-08-25 · 07:42

Thirteen managers have won the Premier League title, but which of them will make it into our top 10 covering the…

Smyth to have more competition for Saints role

2026-08-25 · 07:07

The New Orleans Saints sign two-time All-Pro kicker Daniel Carlson to compete with Charlie Smyth for the side's starting…

Is Mercedes' 2026 dominance over? F1 Q&A

2026-08-25 · 06:35

BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions after the Dutch Grand Prix.

'Change is necessary' - players unite against Fifa

2026-08-25 · 06:31

A number of current and former footballers unite against Fifa president Gianni Infantino, stating that "change is…

Grealish back for Man City - but for how long?

2026-08-25 · 06:09

Man City winger has made two substitute appearances so far this season, but his future remains in doubt.

The Olympic champion re-building her body in a bid for LA 2028

2026-08-25 · 05:36

Imogen Grant's event, lightweight rowing has been removed from the Olympic calendar.

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