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Infantino slams WC critics for 'spreading hate'

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has launched a scathing attack on critics of the 2026 World Cup, accusing them of being "consumed by hate" and saying they should "reflect, meditate, pray, or watch a football match."

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Jul 27, 05:32 PM

English football agrees trial to end goalkeeper tactical timeouts

English football will implement a trial to try to eradicate the goalkeeper tactical timeout this season.

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Jul 27, 08:07 AM

Meditate, pray or watch football instead of spreading hate - Infantino

Fifa president Gianni Infantino tells critics to "meditate, pray or watch a football match" instead of "spreading hate and false rumours" about him and the World Cup.

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Jul 26, 08:57 PM

Japan legend Miura, 59, scores first goal since 2022

Kazuyoshi Miura, the world's oldest professional footballer, scores his first goal in nearly four years at the age of 59 for Japanese third-tier side Fukushima United.

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Jul 25, 11:08 AM

Growing concerns before Defoe exit - Woking director

Woking director of football Jody Brown says there were "growing concerns" across the club before the National League side parted ways with former England striker Jermain Defoe as manager.

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Jul 25, 07:35 AM

On the move - football's youngest journeymen

The players who had appeared for a remarkable number of clubs by their 23rd birthday.

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Jul 21, 12:26 PM

Infantino's 'time is up' with Fifa - La Liga boss

La Liga president Javier Tebas calls for Fifa president Gianni Infantino to quit, and claims the governing body is "destroying the football industry".

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Jul 21, 05:47 AM

The country that doesn't play football... yet

Nauru is the only nation to have never played an official international football match and hardly anyone there plays the game. Is that about to change?

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Jul 20, 04:32 PM

'I'm proud of it' - Keegan looks back on career highlights and legacy

Kevin Keegan talks to Football Focus' Dan Walker in 2018 about some of the standout moments from his career - from winning World Player of the Year twice, to managing England and the iconic "I would love it" remark from the 1995–96 season.

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Jul 20, 03:00 PM

Gifted, charismatic and passionate amid highs and lows - Keegan obituary

The positivity and vibrancy Kevin Keegan brought made him a cherished figure within the game, writes chief football writer Phil McNulty.

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Jul 11, 06:03 AM

How to follow the new football season on BBC Sport

When the World Cup ends we'll still have loads of great content every day as we build up to the new football season.

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Jul 9, 05:04 PM

What are the key dates for the 2026-27 football season?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything explains the full list of key dates for the 2026-27 men's football season

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Jul 7, 08:58 AM

Former Chelsea boss Rosenior named Paris FC manager

Liam Rosenior is back in football management with Ligue 1 club Paris FC after being sacked by Chelsea in April.

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Jul 4, 11:02 AM

In spotlight but shunning limelight - Olise's unique rise to top

A footballer who dislikes too much media attention, but Michael Olise might not have much choice if he carries on his World Cup heroics.

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Jun 2, 05:28 AM

How Cornish miners brought football to Mexico

As Mexico prepares to become the first country to host or co-host the World Cup three times, BBC Sport looks at its Cornish footballing roots.

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May 29, 05:04 PM

How Toone is navigating grief through football

England and Manchester United midfielder Ella Toone opens up about grief, football and preparing for her wedding without her dad in a new BBC documentary.

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May 11, 05:00 AM

Why did England’s 2006 World Cup dream end in agony?

Why did the England football team not fulfil their potential at the 2006 World Cup?

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Mar 28, 06:15 AM

When football turned to penalties to end 'cruel' system

No-one knew what to expect at football's first official penalty shootout - and no-one wanted to go down in history as the first to miss.

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