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England braced for France's return raid on TwickenhamEngland suffered a record defeat on France's last visit to Twickenham, but the hosts hope to have struck on a winning fly-half formula in Fin Smith.
'Not Fergie time, offside time' - Leicester rue lack of VAR as Man Utd progressRuud van Nistelrooy says his Leicester side were beaten not in "Fergie time, but offside time" as Harry Maguire's controversial late winner sends Manchester United into the FA Cup fifth round.
Chiefs seek history, Eagles want revenge - essential guide to Super Bowl 59Can the Kansas City Chiefs complete an unprecedented three-peat in Super Bowl 59 or will the Philadelphia Eagles gain revenge?
Maguire scores contentious late winner as Man Utd beat LeicesterHarry Maguire heads home a last-gasp winner from what appears to be an offside position as Manchester United come from behind to beat Leicester City 2-1 in the FA Cup.
'A real fighter' - how Simeone's son emerged as key to Atletico"He's a real fighter" - how Giuliano Simeone has become integral to his father's plans at Atletico Madrid.
Italy and Wales in battle of respect in RomeWales aim to end a 13-Test losing run while Italy feel they are not shown enough respect by other rugby nations.
Man City's 115 charges outcome 'in a month' - GuardiolaManchester City expect to learn the outcome of the hearing into their 115 charges of alleged Premier League financial rule breaches "in one month" says boss Pep Guardiola.
What Scotland must do to end misery against IrelandScotland have a miserable recent record against Ireland - this is how Gregor Townsend's side can defeat the Six Nations champions.
Maguire winner 'should have been overturned' - AmorimManchester United manager Ruben Amorim says his side were "poor" and "need to improve" despite progressing to the fifth round of the FA Cup following Harry Maguire's controversial last-gasp winner.
Hibs scrape past Ayr to reach Scottish Cup last eightWatch the best of the action as Hibernian leave it late to beat hosts Ayr United and secure a place in the Scottish Cup last eight.
Maguire heads home last-gasp winner for Man UtdHarry Maguire scores a 93rd-minute header to give Manchester United a 2-1 win over Leicester City in their FA Cup fourth round tie at Old Trafford.
U20 drama as Italy miss last kick of game to hand Wales winWatch as Italy's Roberto Fasti misses a last-minute penalty to hand Wales their first away win in the U20 Six Nations since 2020.
Kendrick, Kelce & red carpets - a week at Super Bowl 59Nesta McGregor takes you behind the scenes of the build-up week for Super Bowl 59 in New Orleans.
Zirkzee fires home to draw Man Utd levelManchester United forward Joshua Zirkzee fires home to deservedly draw his side level against Leicester City in their FA Cup fourth round tie at Old Trafford.
The Treble to the periphery - what's going on with Jack Grealish?After the highs of winning the Treble, Jack Grealish has fallen out of favour at Manchester City - but what has gone wrong?
Sutton's FA Cup fourth-round predictions v indie-rock band DovesBBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on Doves duo and Manchester City fans Jez and Andy Williams with his predictions for the 16 FA Cup fourth-round ties.
Teams withdraw as traffic causes chaos in French raceSeveral teams withdraw from the Etoile de Besseges road cycling race after incidents of traffic interfering with the peloton.
Man Utd consider move for Delap - Saturday's gossipManchester United consider move for Liam Delap, Vinicius Jr in talks to extend Real Madrid contract, Manchester City want Atalanta midfielder Ederson, plus more.
Woods to play first PGA Tour event since 2024 OpenTiger Woods commits to playing at next week's Genesis Invitational at Torrey Pines - his first PGA Tour event since last summer's Open.
Wallin aims to end Sweden's 65-year wait for heavyweight world championCool, calm and collected, heavyweight Otto Wallin is happy to take everything in his stride but knows he needs to take some risks to achieve the ultimate reward of becoming a world champion.
Team to miss Tour du Rwanda over safety concernsSoudal-QuickStep pull their development team out of the Tour du Rwanda later this month amid the ongoing conflict in neighbouring DR Congo.
Wigan, Leigh & Hull KR go through in Challenge CupWigan, Hull KR and Leigh safely proceed to the fourth round of the Challenge Cup following comfortable away wins.
Detry leads in Phoenix as Grillo makes hole-in-oneBelgium's Thomas Detry takes a two-shot lead at the Phoenix Open thanks to a fine 64, while Emiliano Grillo makes a hole-in-one.
Where the Super Bowl will be won and lostGameplans and key tactical battles assessed before the Kansas City Chiefs take on the Philadelphia Eagles in New Orleans.
Alvarez sets up Crawford fight with Saudi dealSaul 'Canelo' Alvarez agrees a four-fight deal with Saudi Arabia's Riyadh Season to set up a super-fight with Terence Crawford.
From refugee to coach - Plymouth boss Muslic plots Liverpool upsetPlymouth Argyle head coach Miron Muslic explains how his life as a refugee inspires his coaching ethos ahead of his side's FA Cup tie with Liverpool.
FBI launches operation to stop pro-athlete burglariesThe Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) launches an operation to investigate a criminal network targeting professional athletes' homes in the United States.
We are behind other teams for net spend - Guardiola on transfersPep Guardiola rejects a suggestion Man City were active in the January window due to a potential transfer ban if they are found guilty of 115 alleged breaches of Premier League rules.
De Cordova-Reid pounces to head Leicester in frontFA Cup holders Manchester United trail as Bobby De Cordova-Reid heads Leicester City into the lead at Old Trafford.
Van Nistelrooy, Lampard, Howe - FA Cup goals by current bossesWatch a collection of FA Cup goals scored by players turned managers who are taking charge of sides in the fourth round this weekend.
Alcaraz plays behind-the-back shot to win sensational pointCarlos Alcaraz plays an incredible behind-the-back shot during a brilliant rally against Andrea Vavassori on his way to reaching the quarter-finals at the Rotterdam Open.
Is Italy game really Wales' biggest in 20 years?Six Nations Rugby Special pundit Sam Warburton discusses Wales' current form and the magnitude of their upcoming match against Italy in Rome.
Who is in and out of British teams' European squadsMarcus Rashford, Cole Palmer and Rodri are among the players included in squads for the knockout stage of the three European competitions.
Man City launch new legal claim against Premier League rulesManchester City launch a fresh legal challenge against the Premier League over new rules governing sponsorship deals.
Man City to face Chelsea in Women's Champions League quartersManchester City will face Chelsea in the quarter-finals of the Women's Champions League, while Arsenal are drawn against Real Madrid.
Kerr 'stupid and white' remark was hostile - courtChelsea striker Sam Kerr's words were an insult that referred to race, the prosecution says.
Easterby unsure about Ireland favourites tagInterim boss Simon Easterby is unsure about Ireland being labelled favourites for Sunday's Six Nations game against Scotland.
'My mum isn't too happy' - Rugby Borough eye 'surreal' cup upsetRugby Borough, the lowest-ranked team left in the Women's FA Cup, host Women's Super League side Liverpool in the fifth round at 12:30 GMT on Sunday.
What Scotland must do to end misery against IrelandScotland have a miserable recent record against Ireland - this is how Gregor Townsend's side can defeat the Six Nations champions.
Italy and Wales in battle of respect in RomeWales aim to end a 13-Test losing run while Italy feel they are not shown enough respect by other rugby nations.
Easterby unsure about Ireland favourites tagInterim boss Simon Easterby is unsure about Ireland being labelled favourites for Sunday's Six Nations game against Scotland.
NFL commissioner 'welcomes' Trump attendance at Super BowlNFL commissioner Roger Goodell says Donald Trump's attendance at Super Bowl 59 is "welcome" - he is the first active US president to attend the showpiece.
Fowler scores late winner as Man City beat Arsenal in semi-finalWatch highlights as Mary Fowler scores an injury-time winner for Manchester City against Arsenal in the Women's League Cup semi-final.
Watch best of Barkley's record-breaking season for EaglesWatch all seven of Saquon Barkley's long-distance touchdowns in a record-breaking season that has helped guide the Philadelphia Eagles to the Super Bowl.
Josh Keeley - the goalscoring keeper looking to dump out Man CityHe was Leyton Orient's last-gasp goalscorer vs Oldham and cemented hero status with a penalty-saving performance against Derby - so can Josh Keeley do it again vs Man City?
Is New Orleans the greatest Super Bowl host city?BBC Sport dives into the culture of New Orleans to find out why the ‘Big Easy’ is considered such a fantastic Super Bowl host city.
How Ceefax story sparked all-time FA Cup upsetBBC Sport revisits the 2000-01 FA Cup, when Roy Essandoh answered Wycombe's call on Ceefax and scored the winning goal against Leicester in the quarter-finals.
Was this new low for 'abject' Spurs - and what happened to 'Ange-ball'?Tottenham's loss to Liverpool was described as "abject", "damaging" and "a disgrace" - so what next for Ange Postecoglou and Spurs?
'Bright light' Fowler helps Man City bounce back to reach finalMary Fowler shows she is a "real bright light" in bouncing back from seeing a penalty saved to send Manchester City into the Women's League Cup final, manager Gareth Taylor says.
'Hurts will be reason Eagles win or lose Super Bowl - pressure is on him'BBC Sport columnist Phoebe Schecter says that Saquon Barkley will be huge in Super Bowl 59, but Jalen Hurts will bear the brunt of the pressure to deliver victory for the Philadelphia Eagles.
Who rivals Dupont as Six Nations' greatest player?BBC Sport looks at the standout stars who have excelled in the Six Nations over the past 25 years.
Five stats McCullum must change to improve England's ODI fortunesBrendon McCullum suffered defeat in his first 50-over match as England's coach. Here are five statistics he must improve to turn England's fortunes around.
'Miracle I walked out of hospital' after broken neckWhitehaven captain James Newton targets a return to the rugby field after suffering a broken neck in September.
'He's just a beast' - how Scotland's Darge became a Lions contenderPundits Sam Warburton, Johnnie Beattie and Fraser Brown analyse the strengths of Scotland co-captain Rory Darge after an impressive start to this year's Six Nations.
The painful divorce of Marcus Rashford and Manchester UnitedAfter 20 years at Manchester United, Marcus Rashford has left for Aston Villa, leaving many questions and few answers.
How to become a football agentBBC Sport's Nick Mashiter sets out to pass Fifa's agent exam - and speaks to those in the industry about what it takes to enter their world.
When River Plate icon Diaz took over fourth-tier OxfordTwenty years on from Ramon Diaz's surprising appointment at Oxford United, BBC Sport looks at what happened and how it went.
'The second Special One' - Amorim, by those who know him bestFrom rejection at Benfica to new Manchester United boss, BBC Sport charts the rise of Ruben Amorim.
How deliberate mis-kicks changed one of sport's strangest positionsSam Koch looked like he was playing very, very badly. In fact, he was changing one of sport's strangest positions for ever.
Loop-the-loop: The people who run around in circles for 24 hoursIn a quiet corner of London a small group of extraordinary runners complete laps of an athletics track for a day and a night. Why do they do it? And how far do they go?
'Not Fergie time, offside time' - Leicester rue lack of VAR as Man Utd progressRuud van Nistelrooy says his Leicester side were beaten not in "Fergie time, but offside time" as Harry Maguire's controversial late winner sends Manchester United into the FA Cup fifth round.
'A real fighter' - how Simeone's son emerged as key to Atletico"He's a real fighter" - how Giuliano Simeone has become integral to his father's plans at Atletico Madrid.
Sutton's FA Cup fourth-round predictions v indie-rock band DovesBBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on Doves duo and Manchester City fans Jez and Andy Williams with his predictions for the 16 FA Cup fourth-round ties.
How to follow FA Cup fourth round on BBCThe FA Cup fourth round takes place across five days starting on Friday when Ruud van Nistelrooy takes Leicester City back to his old club Manchester United.
Maguire scores contentious late winner as Man Utd beat LeicesterHarry Maguire heads home a last-gasp winner from what appears to be an offside position as Manchester United come from behind to beat Leicester City 2-1 in the FA Cup.
Maguire winner 'should have been overturned' - AmorimManchester United manager Ruben Amorim says his side were "poor" and "need to improve" despite progressing to the fifth round of the FA Cup following Harry Maguire's controversial last-gasp winner.
Hibs scrape past Ayr to reach Scottish Cup last eightWatch the best of the action as Hibernian leave it late to beat hosts Ayr United and secure a place in the Scottish Cup last eight.
De Cordova-Reid pounces to head Leicester in frontFA Cup holders Manchester United trail as Bobby De Cordova-Reid heads Leicester City into the lead at Old Trafford.
Maguire heads home last-gasp winner for Man UtdHarry Maguire scores a 93rd-minute header to give Manchester United a 2-1 win over Leicester City in their FA Cup fourth round tie at Old Trafford.
Zirkzee fires home to draw Man Utd levelManchester United forward Joshua Zirkzee fires home to deservedly draw his side level against Leicester City in their FA Cup fourth round tie at Old Trafford.
We are behind other teams for net spend - Guardiola on transfersPep Guardiola rejects a suggestion Man City were active in the January window due to a potential transfer ban if they are found guilty of 115 alleged breaches of Premier League rules.
Man Utd consider move for Delap - Saturday's gossipManchester United consider move for Liam Delap, Vinicius Jr in talks to extend Real Madrid contract, Manchester City want Atalanta midfielder Ederson, plus more.
Man City's 115 charges outcome 'in a month' - GuardiolaManchester City expect to learn the outcome of the hearing into their 115 charges of alleged Premier League financial rule breaches "in one month" says boss Pep Guardiola.
Man City to face Chelsea in Women's Champions League quartersManchester City will face Chelsea in the quarter-finals of the Women's Champions League, while Arsenal are drawn against Real Madrid.
The Treble to the periphery - what's going on with Jack Grealish?After the highs of winning the Treble, Jack Grealish has fallen out of favour at Manchester City - but what has gone wrong?
Kerr 'stupid and white' remark was hostile - courtChelsea striker Sam Kerr's words were an insult that referred to race, the prosecution says.
Who is in and out of British teams' European squadsMarcus Rashford, Cole Palmer and Rodri are among the players included in squads for the knockout stage of the three European competitions.
Challenge with Rashford at Villa is huge - EmeryAston Villa manager Unai Emery says he faces a "huge challenge" to help revive Marcus Rashford's career, but is ready to "exploit" the on-loan striker's potential.
Man City launch new legal claim against Premier League rulesManchester City launch a fresh legal challenge against the Premier League over new rules governing sponsorship deals.
From refugee to coach - Plymouth boss Muslic plots Liverpool upsetPlymouth Argyle head coach Miron Muslic explains how his life as a refugee inspires his coaching ethos ahead of his side's FA Cup tie with Liverpool.
It's easy to stick boot in to Spurs - PostecoglouTottenham head coach Ange Postecoglou says the criticism of his side is "really easy".
'My mum isn't too happy' - Rugby Borough eye 'surreal' cup upsetRugby Borough, the lowest-ranked team left in the Women's FA Cup, host Women's Super League side Liverpool in the fifth round at 12:30 GMT on Sunday.
Man City's Shaw returns to training after racist abuseManchester City manager Gareth Taylor says Khadija 'Bunny' Shaw has returned to training and the club will continue to support her after she was subjected to racist and misogynistic abuse.
Jenas says he is returning to Talksport 'a better person'The presenter said he has been "making some improvements" after his BBC sacking for "inappropriate messages".
No transfer 'regrets' despite striker injuries - MarescaThe Blues didn't sign a striker or forward in January despite the exits of Joao Felix and possible drug ban for Mykhailo Mudryk.
'Bright light' Fowler helps Man City bounce back to reach finalMary Fowler shows she is a "real bright light" in bouncing back from seeing a penalty saved to send Manchester City into the Women's League Cup final, manager Gareth Taylor says.
Derby sack boss Warne after dire losing runDerby County sack head coach Paul Warne with the Rams in the Championship relegation places and on a seven-match losing run.
Was this new low for 'abject' Spurs - and what happened to 'Ange-ball'?Tottenham's loss to Liverpool was described as "abject", "damaging" and "a disgrace" - so what next for Ange Postecoglou and Spurs?
Celtic avoid ban but Rodgers fears pyro use will continueManager Brendan Rodgers is delighted Celtic have avoided a ban on their supporters for the Champions League play-off second leg at Bayern Munich, but worries fans will not listen to his calls for the use of pyrotechnics to stop.
Van Nistelrooy, Lampard, Howe - FA Cup goals by current bossesWatch a collection of FA Cup goals scored by players turned managers who are taking charge of sides in the fourth round this weekend.
Fowler scores late winner as Man City beat Arsenal in semi-finalWatch highlights as Mary Fowler scores an injury-time winner for Manchester City against Arsenal in the Women's League Cup semi-final.
Josh Keeley - the goalscoring keeper looking to dump out Man CityHe was Leyton Orient's last-gasp goalscorer vs Oldham and cemented hero status with a penalty-saving performance against Derby - so can Josh Keeley do it again vs Man City?
Watch: Neymar makes Santos returnWatch the moment Neymar came off the bench to make his first appearance for Brazilian club Santos since he left his boyhood club 12 years ago for Barcelona.
How Ceefax story sparked all-time FA Cup upsetBBC Sport revisits the 2000-01 FA Cup, when Roy Essandoh answered Wycombe's call on Ceefax and scored the winning goal against Leicester in the quarter-finals.
EFL preview: Opportunity knocks for Black Cats and BladesSunderland and Sheffield United have the chance to put pressure on the Championship leaders this weekend.
'Drama unlike any movie' - Time for more promotion and relegation?After National League clubs call for an extra promotion place to League Two, BBC Sport looks at the case for and against the idea.
Football DailyJohn & Ian are joined by Jacqui Oatley to lift the lid on life behind the microphone
Football Manager 25 cancelled after two delaysDeveloper Sports Interactive says the 2025 edition was "too far away from the standards" fans deserve.
Premier League drives record-breaking January windowThe January transfer window broke records for money spent by clubs across the globe.
It's only special if you win things, says SlotLiverpool manager Arne Slot is delighted to book his first place in an English final - but warns "it's only special if you can win things".
Rashford doesn't see football like I do - AmorimManchester United manager Ruben Amorim says he failed to get Marcus Rashford to see football in the same way he does.
How Chelsea reached sixth consecutive League Cup finalWatch highlights as Chelsea beat West Ham to reach their sixth successive Women's League Cup final.
'The knockout blow!' - Fowler nets last-gasp winner for Man CityMan City's Mary Fowler scores a 95th-minute winner to knock out Women's League Cup holders Arsenal 2-1 and set up a final against Chelsea.
'Nothing short of greatness' - Ferdinand on RonaldoRio Ferdinand looks back at the career achievements of his former Manchester United team-mate, Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of the Portuguese star's 40th birthday on 5 February.
This interview was taken from the BBC documentary ‘Cristiano Ronaldo: Impossible To Ignore’.
The match where no-one could stop LukakuBBC Sport looks back at Romelu Lukaku's performance on this day eight years ago when the Belgian scored four goals in a 6-3 win for Everton against Bournemouth.
Ronaldo at 40: All his goals in the FA CupWatch every goal Cristiano Ronaldo scored in the FA Cup for Manchester United - a competition he won once.
'Arsenal humiliated Man City' - Rory SmithThe Monday Night Club's Rory Smith explains how Manchester City "lacked game sense" in their 5-1 defeat by Arsenal in the Premier League.
Sutton ranks the best winter transfers of all-timeVan Dijk to Liverpool? Vidic to Man Utd? BBC Radio 5 live asked Chris Sutton to rank the best January transfers of all-time.
Henderson's heated exchange about Ajax futureAjax captain Jordan Henderson hits back at reports that he no longer wanted to play for the club and that he was linked with a move to Monaco.
Henderson was speaking in a post-match news conference following Sunday's 2-1 victory over Feyenoord.
Rashford needs to fall in love with football again - former team-mate JonesSpeaking on The Football News Show, former Manchester United defender Phil Jones says Marcus Rashford "needs to fall in love with football again" after his loan move to Aston Villa in the winter transfer window.
Jones praises Gunners' 'calmness' in winter transfer windowPhil Jones and Michael Brown discuss Arsenal's "calm" approach to the winter transfer window saying the Gunners "don't panic buy".
MbappéFrom Paris suburbs to the pinnacle of football, a look at a once-in-a-generation talent.
How do WSL clubs make money?BBC Sport breaks down the different ways clubs in England’s top women’s league make money, and what factors influence transfer spending.
'Incredible', 'boring' or both? Why Burnley's remarkable defensive record is dividing fansBurnley are on track to become one of the best defensive teams in the recent history of English football - BBC Sport looks at the stats and speaks to fans.
'Football dreams & a business empire' - Ronaldo's relentless drive at 40Cristiano Ronaldo is celebrating his 40th birthday and showing no sign of stopping any time soon.
'A brutal reality for Man Utd' - McNulty's deadline day verdictAs the winter transfer window closes, BBC Sport's chief football writer Phil McNulty gives his verdict.
Spending up on last year as Man City go big in transfer windowPremier League clubs spent around £370m in the winter transfer window with Manchester City spending almost as much as the other 19 top-flight teams combined.
Transfers - February 2025 and all the deadline day dealsCheck out the significant signings and departures in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, EFL and Women's Super League.
Manager ins and outs - February 2025BBC Sport tracks all the manager ins and outs in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, Women's Super League, English Football League and National League.
Your guide to a weekend of classic Scottish Cup tiesYour essential guide to the Scottish Cup fifth round, with six of the eight games pitting a Premiership side against a team from the division below.
Off the Ball take petty & ill-informed look at Scottish footballThe most petty and ill-informed football show on radio.
Celtic start work on summer move for Kvistgaarden - gossipCeltic aim to land Danish striker for next season, with Rangers encouraged to go after Hearts centre forward.
Hibs scrape past Ayr to reach Scottish Cup last eightWatch the best of the action as Hibernian leave it late to beat hosts Ayr United and secure a place in the Scottish Cup last eight.
Celtic avoid ban but Rodgers fears pyro use will continueManager Brendan Rodgers is delighted Celtic have avoided a ban on their supporters for the Champions League play-off second leg at Bayern Munich, but worries fans will not listen to his calls for the use of pyrotechnics to stop.
Collum admits three VAR mistakes but stands by Kilmarnock goalScottish FA head of referee operations Willie Collum highlights three mistakes made by officials during Scottish Premiership and Scottish Cup matches across January and the start of February
Man Utd defender Malacia joins PSV on loanManchester United defender Tyrell Malacia has joined PSV Eindhoven on loan until the end of the season.
Spurs sign Bayern Munich forward Tel on loanTottenham Hotspur sign France Under-21s forward Mathys Tel from Bayern Munich on loan until the end of the season.
'A one-man show' - the legacy of transfer king RaiolaSuper agent Mino Raiola's cousin Enzo shares memories of the transfer agent, who died in 2022 but whose legacy lives on.
Newcastle defender Kelly joins Juventus on loanNewcastle United defender Lloyd Kelly joins Juventus in a loan deal with an obligation to make the move permanent for £20m in the summer.
Chelsea's Felix completes AC Milan loan moveChelsea forward Joao Felix completes a loan move to AC Milan until the end of the season.
Man City draw Real & Celtic face Bayern in Champions League play-offsManchester City will play Real Madrid while Celtic will face Bayern Munich in the Champions League play-off round.
Man City to face Chelsea in Champions League quartersManchester City will face Chelsea in the quarter-finals of the Women's Champions League, while Arsenal are drawn against Real Madrid.
Man City's Shaw returns to training after racist abuseManchester City manager Gareth Taylor says Khadija 'Bunny' Shaw has returned to training and the club will continue to support her after she was subjected to racist and misogynistic abuse.
'My mum isn't too happy' - Rugby Borough eye 'surreal' cup upsetRugby Borough, the lowest-ranked team left in the Women's FA Cup, host Women's Super League side Liverpool in the fifth round at 12:30 GMT on Sunday.
'Bright light' Fowler helps Man City bounce back to reach finalMary Fowler shows she is a "real bright light" in bouncing back from seeing a penalty saved to send Manchester City into the Women's League Cup final, manager Gareth Taylor says.
Shaw misses League Cup semi-final after abuseKhadija 'Bunny' Shaw withdrew from Man City's League Cup semi-final against Arsenal after she was subjected to racist and misogynistic abuse at the weekend.
When River Plate icon Diaz took over fourth-tier OxfordTwenty years on from Ramon Diaz's surprising appointment at Oxford United, BBC Sport looks at what happened and how it went.
East meets west London - the mentor who changed ChelseaVinay Menon knew nothing about football when he went for a meeting at a west London mansion in 2009. A few weeks later he was in the heart of the Chelsea dressing room.
The air crash and the underdogs - a triumph for a lost generationNineteen years and 10 miles separated Zambia's football team from a lost, golden generation on a fateful night in Libreville.
The rise and fall of North Korea - the sleeping giant of women's footballNorth Korea lags behind most of the rest of the world in several areas. But the hermit state has had an outsized impact on international women's football.
Chasing the 'Ghost' - a superstar struck down by lightningJohn White did the League and Cup Double, but his sudden death left his son searching for the man behind the comic-book persona.
Panenka - the penalty that killed a career and started a feudAntonin Panenka's penalty in the Euro 1976 final birthed a whole new 12-yard tactic. But the risks were higher than anyone could imagine.
The awkward questions behind Hungary's football revivalHungary have ridden back into contention for international honours on the back of billions of euros and one man's passion for football.
England braced for France's return raid on TwickenhamEngland suffered a record defeat on France's last visit to Twickenham, but the hosts hope to have struck on a winning fly-half formula in Fin Smith.
What Scotland must do to end misery against IrelandScotland have a miserable recent record against Ireland - this is how Gregor Townsend's side can defeat the Six Nations champions.
Italy and Wales in battle of respect in RomeWales aim to end a 13-Test losing run while Italy feel they are not shown enough respect by other rugby nations.
Easterby unsure about Ireland favourites tagInterim boss Simon Easterby is unsure about Ireland being labelled favourites for Sunday's Six Nations game against Scotland.
Six Nations: Can Scotland end Irish hoodoo?Gregor Townsend previews their clash with Ireland and we look at a big day for England.
U20 drama as Italy miss last kick of game to hand Wales winWatch as Italy's Roberto Fasti misses a last-minute penalty to hand Wales their first away win in the U20 Six Nations since 2020.
Gatland's Wales hope for light through storm cloudsStruggling Wales and head coach Warren Gatland prepare for a Six Nations date with destiny against Italy in Rome on Saturday.
Italy v Wales match preview, coverage & key statsMatch preview, team news, match facts and BBC coverage as Italy host Wales in the Six Nations on Saturday.
England v France match preview, coverage & key statsMatch preview, team news, match facts and BBC coverage as England take on pre-tournament favourites France in the Six Nations on Saturday.
England U20s maintain impressive start with win over FranceEngland maintain their 100% start to the U20 Six Nations thanks to a 27-10 victory over France at the Recreation Ground.
'He's always had it' - England prepare for Dupont brillianceEngland defence coach Joe El-Abd says France captain Antoine Dupont has been destined for greatness since he was a teenager.
Is Italy game really Wales' biggest in 20 years?Six Nations Rugby Special pundit Sam Warburton discusses Wales' current form and the magnitude of their upcoming match against Italy in Rome.
Is Dupont the 'best player to ever play the game'?Six Nations Rugby Special's John Barclay and Sam Warburton discuss whether France scrum-half Antoine Dupont is the "best player to ever play the game".
Coaches will be 'very annoyed' at Ntamack - WarburtonBBC Sport's Sam Warburton says France's coaches will be "very annoyed" at Romain Ntamack after his red card against Wales ruled him out of Saturday's Six Nations game against England.
Kidnapping their dads, crazy tattoos & hairy shouldersWho has a tattoo of Andy Farrell and who wrecked a team-mate's garden? Ireland captain Caelan Doris reveals all about his players.
Warburton & Barclay pick Lions XVs after Six Nations week oneSix Nations Rugby Special's Sam Warburton and John Barclay pick their British and Irish Lions XVs based on the opening round of the Six Nations.
Is England coach Steve Borthwick's getting substitutions right?Six Nations Rugby Special's Ugo Monye, Sam Warburton and John Barclay discuss whether England coach Steve Borthwick is too reactive when making tactical substitutions.
Graham or Van der Merwe? Which winger is most important to Scotland?Six Nations Rugby Special's Ugo Monye, Sam Warburton and John Barclay discuss which of Scotland's flying wingers Darcy Graham and Duhan van der Merwe is most important to the team.
'Dupont is brilliant' - Six Nations best momentsWatch the best moments from the opening weekend of the Six Nations starring Ireland's James Lowe, Hugh Jones of Scotland and the "brilliant" Frenchman Antoine Dupont.
England errors led to second-half collapse - WarburtonSix Nations Rugby Special pundit and former Wales captain Sam Warburton analyses the mistakes made by England during their 27-22 loss to Ireland in their opening game.
Dawson & Bowe question England's decision making in Ireland lossFormer England scrum-half Matt Dawson and former Ireland wing Tommy Bowe outline how England's decision making cost Steve Borthwick's side during their opening Six Nations defeat in Dublin.
Ireland start title defence with convincing win over EnglandWatch highlights as Ireland score three tries in a dominant second-half display as they launched their bid for an unprecedented third successive Six Nations title with a bonus-point victory over England in Dublin.
Scotland survive Italy comeback as Jones scores hat-trickWatch highlights as Scotland survive an Italy comeback in their opening Six Nations game, as Huw Jones scores a hat-trick of tries to give the home team a bonus-point win at Murrayfield.
Watch Ireland's game-changing moment in win over EnglandWatch Tadhg Beirne score Ireland's game-changing try that helped them beat England 27-22 in their opening Six Nations game.
No 'needle' with Ireland despite winless run - TownsendGregor Townsend says he does not view Scotland's Six Nations showdown with Ireland on Sunday as a "needle game", and insists ending a 10-match losing run to the Irish provides no extra motivation.
'I want to get the attack flowing' - Fin SmithEngland confirm a positional switch with fly-half Fin Smith making his first Test start while Marcus Smith moves to full-back.
Wales full-back Williams a doubt to face ItalyWales full-back Liam Williams misses training on Friday as he struggles with a knee injury prior to Saturday's Six Nations game in Italy.
Ireland's O'Mahony returns for Scotland gamePeter O'Mahony is recalled to the Ireland team for Sunday's Six Nations game against Scotland at Murrayfield.
Bath's next generation form backbone of England U20sAs England Under-20s prepare to play France at the Recreation Ground, BBC Sport looks at the next wave of talent coming out of Bath.
Doncaster & Bedford beat Bristol & Sale in cupChampionship sides Doncaster Knights and Bedford Blues both pull off surprises in the Premiership Rugby Cup with wins over Sale and Bristol.
France bring in Jalibert & Penaud to face EnglandMatthieu Jalibert and Damian Penaud come into France's backline in the only two changes to their matchday squad.
Fit Faletau and James Wales' two changes for ItalyNumber eight Taulupe Faletau is fit and centre Eddie James will make his first Wales Test start in the Six Nations trip to face Italy on Saturday.
Who rivals Dupont as Six Nations' greatest player?BBC Sport looks at the standout stars who have excelled in the Six Nations over the past 25 years.
Feyi-Waboso 'feels strong' after forgoing surgeryEngland winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso may have an outside chance of making the Six Nations after forgoing shoulder surgery.
Fiji rugby director fired for women's team 'gay problem' remarksThe Fiji Rugby Union said in a statement that it had terminated the appointment of Laijipa Naulivou.
Six Nations coverage, fixtures, results & standingsBBC Sport will bring you live coverage, highlights and analysis of every match in the 2025 Men's Six Nations.
Watch every U20 Six Nations match live on the BBCFixtures, results and BBC coverage times for the Under-20 Six Nations Championship.
Lions watch: Who impressed in Six Nations round one?Who stood out? Who slipped up? This year's Six Nations doubles as an audition for selection for the British and Irish Lions tour of Australia in the summer.
'It is a revolution' - how rugby is taking Paris by stormHow France tapped into Paris' latent rugby talent, fighting in football's stronghold to change the face of a sport and a team.
Borthwick's bold plan crumbles to dust in DublinEngland's hopes of emulating 2019's shock win in Dublin were dashed by errors and their enduring habit of fading out of second halves.
Can it get any worse for Wales?13 defeats in a row - can things get any worse for Wales?
Why have teams fallen short in Six Nations three-peat bid?Ireland are aiming to become the first men's side to win three Six Nations titles in a row, but how have previous attempts fallen short?
The 'rugby student' stepping up to lead IrelandBBC Sport NI profiles Simon Easterby as he prepares to lead Ireland into the 2025 Six Nations as interim head coach.
How does the Six Nations points system work?BBC Sport takes you through the Six Nations points system - including how match points and bonus points can be won.
Will Ireland author a first Six Nations three-peat?Ireland are widely considered to be the Six Nations favourites once again but there is plenty for the side to sort out before they can think about celebrations on 15 March.
Jones hat-trick seals Scotland's victory over ItalyWatch Scotland's Huw Jones score a hat-trick to help seal a bonus-point win over Italy in the Six Nations at Murrayfield.
'I believe we are a good team' - Itoje after England lossWatch as England captain Maro Itoje says he believes his side are a "good team," but that they must be more "consistent" after their loss to Ireland in the Six Nations.
'We need to be a lot better' - Russell on edgy Six Nations victoryWatch as Scotland's Finn Russell says his side need to do a "lot better" if they want to do well in the Six Nations, after they survived a comeback from Italy to win 31-19 at Murrayfield.
'It's good to see a hooker doing that!' - Parisse on Cherry's offloadWatch as former Italian captain Sergio Parisse praises Scotland hooker Dave Cherry's "fantastic" offload to Ben White for their third try against Italy in the Six Nations.
Coaches will be 'very annoyed' at Ntamack - WarburtonBBC Sport's Sam Warburton says France's coaches will be "very annoyed" at Romain Ntamack after his red card against Wales ruled him out of Saturday's Six Nations game against England.
Rugby Union WeeklyChris, Tommy and Matt react to England's defeat to Ireland in Dublin
Rugby Union WeeklyChris & Ashy chat to Ben Curry and discuss the Ireland team, plus Sara & Ugo are in Paris
Rugby Union WeeklyUgo Monye and Chris Jones speak to all the Six Nations head coaches at the launch in Rome
Listen: Time for change?Why is English rugby struggling so badly to sustain itself and grow?
Rugby Union WeeklyChris, Tom, and Gareth return as the countdown to the Six Nations continues.
Smith joins Root on 36 Test tons as Australia dominateSteve Smith hits his 36th Test century as Australia dominate Sri Lanka on day two of the second Test in Galle.
Sri Lanka v Australia - second Test scorecardLatest scorecard as Sri Lanka face Australia in the second and final Test in Galle.
Zimbabwe v Ireland - one-off Test scorecardLatest scorecard as Zimbabwe face Ireland in a one-off Test in Bulawayo.
Pakistan v New Zealand - ODI tri-series scorecardLatest scorecard as Pakistan face New Zealand in the opening match of an ODI tri-series in Lahore.
Zimbabwe and Ireland Test in balance after day twoIreland lead Zimbabwe by 76 runs with nine second-innings wickets left as the one-off Test in Bulawayo remains in the balance after day two.
Five stats McCullum must change to improve England's ODI fortunesBrendon McCullum suffered defeat in his first 50-over match as England's coach. Here are five statistics he must improve to turn England's fortunes around.
England to play Afghanistan despite boycott callsEngland's Champions Trophy match against Afghanistan will go ahead, despite calls for a boycott.
TMS presenters to deliver 2025 MCC Cowdrey LectureFormer England captain Michael Vaughan is among the Test Match Special stars who will deliver the 2025 MCC Cowdrey Lecture.
What is the background to calls for Afghanistan cricket boycott?With England scheduled to play Afghanistan in the Champions Trophy on 26 February, BBC Sport looks at the background of the debate over whether the match should go ahead.
England suffer another disappointing defeat in IndiaEngland suffer another disappointing defeat in Brendon McCullum's first one-day international in charge.
The Hundred sales: What does it all mean?Eleanor Oldroyd presents a special episode where we look into ‘The Hundred’ team sales.
Australia dominate on first day of Sri Lanka TestAustralia dominate proceedings on the opening day of the second Test against Sri Lanka in Galle as the hosts slide to 229-9.
Stumped podcast: 'How long will you ignore Afghanistan girls?'Afghanistan XI captain Nahida Sapan's message to the International Cricket Council.
Stoinis retires from ODIs on eve of Champions TrophyAustralia all-rounder Marcus Stoinis retires from one-day internationals with immediate effect, ruling him out of the Champions Trophy.
Tailenders podcast with special guest Chris JordanEngland bowler and World Cup winner Chris Jordan is our special guest.
Ireland spinner Maguire banned over bowling actionIreland spinner Aimee Maguire is suspended from international cricket after the sport's authorities rule her bowling action to be illegal.
'Leader' Coad extends Yorkshire contract until 2028Yorkshire pace bowler Ben Coad extends his contract until at least the end of the 2028 season.
Nottinghamshire sign Pakistan seamer AbbasNottinghamshire sign Pakistan seam bowler Mohammad Abbas for part of the 2025 county season.
'A huge milestone' - Yorkshire sell entire Hundred stake as Sunrisers investYorkshire become the first team to sell their entire stake in a Hundred team as the owners of Sunrisers Hyderabad invest in Northern Superchargers.
Surrey sign New Zealand ODI captain SantnerSurrey have signed New Zealand white-ball captain Mitchell Santner to play in this year's T20 Vitality Blast.
Were Australia really 16-0 better than England?BBC Sport and CricViz analyse why Australia were so much better than England.
Vaughan takes five as England U19s close on victoryEngland Under-19s captain Archie Vaughan takes five wickets to put his side on the brink of a series-clinching youth Test victory against South Africa.
Australia's Cummins set to miss Champions TrophyAustralia captain Pat Cummins is "hugely unlikely" to be fit for the Champions Trophy, leaving the world champions pondering their captaincy options.
Sri Lanka opener Karunaratne to retire from TestsSri Lanka opener Dimuth Karunaratne will retire from Test cricket after this week's second Test - and his 100th - against Australia in Galle.
Aussies offer solutions to England's 'fundamental weaknesses'England need to look to Australia for answers on how to bridge the gap to their great rivals after Ashes thrashing, writes Henry Moeran.
Test Match SpecialECB Deputy CEO Clare Connor joins for a special interview, plus further WAshes reaction
Test Match SpecialHenry Moeran hears from Heather Knight as Australia make history with a 16-0 Ashes win.
Women’s Ashes: One minute to midnight at MCG for EnglandHenry Moeran hears from Lauren Filer after a long day in the field.
StumpedChief Executive of the ICC Geoff Allardice has decided to step down.
Tailenders podcast: The Queen of TailendersThe Award Winning Elly Oldroyd is our special guest.
Test Match SpecialHenry Moeran is joined by guests to assess how Australia have become the best there is.
Test Match SpecialTammy Beaumont on England’s WAshes defeat
Bencic reaches first Tour final since maternity leaveBelinda Bencic reaches her first WTA Tour final since returning from maternity leave with a surprise win over Elena Rybakina at the Abu Dhabi Open.
'He is the worst on ATP' - Opelka wants umpire penalised over violationReilly Opelka calls on the ATP to suspend umpire Greg Allensworth for giving him a code violation for confronting a spectator in Dallas.
Rybakina through in Abu Dhabi but Watson loses in doublesWorld number five Elena Rybakina progresses to the semi-finals of the Abu Dhabi Open, but British doubles hopeful Heather Watson goes home.
Raducanu receives wildcard entry to Qatar OpenEmma Raducanu receives a wildcard entry into the Qatar Open, which is the first WTA 1,000 event of the year.
Former Wimbledon champion Halep announces retirementTwo-time Grand Slam champion and former world number one Simona Halep retires from tennis.
Alcaraz plays behind-the-back shot to win sensational pointCarlos Alcaraz plays an incredible behind-the-back shot during a brilliant rally against Andrea Vavassori on his way to reaching the quarter-finals at the Rotterdam Open.
Raducanu loses in Abu Dhabi Open first roundBritain's Emma Raducanu is out of the Abu Dhabi Open after losing in straight sets to former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova in the first round.
Britain's Kartal beaten by Volynets in Abu DhabiGreat Britain's Sonay Kartal is knocked out in the first round of the Abu Dhabi Open after American Katie Volynets fights back to win in three sets.
Kvitova to resume playing after birth of her sonTwo-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova announces she will return to tennis in February following a 15-month break during which she gave birth to a son.
Chile lose as Garin refuses to play after collisionChile lose their Davis Cup qualifier against Belgium as Cristian Garin refuses to continue playing after being knocked over by Zizou Bergs.
Collins delivers on five-star holiday promiseDanielle Collins, who told jeering fans that she would spend her Australian Open prize money on a luxury holiday, posts a video from the Bahamas.
Flag error could have 'strong implications' for KasatkinaRussia's Daria Kasatkina's management say a flag error could have "strong implications" for the player after she was wrongly listed as representing Spain at a WTA Tour draw ceremony - leading to suggestions she had switched allegiance.
GB face Davis Cup relegation play-off after loss to JapanGreat Britain face a Davis Cup relegation play-off after losing their first-round tie 3-2 against Japan.
GB's Fearnley beats Nishikori to level Davis Cup tieJacob Fearnley draws Great Britain level in their Davis Cup qualifier against Japan with victory against Kei Nishikori.
US Open expands to 15-day tournament in 2025The US Open will become a 15-day tournament in 2025, beginning on a weekend for the first time in the Open era.
Pro bono legal aid for players facing doping allegationPlayers facing allegations of doping or corruption will be able to access pro bono legal support through the Professional Tennis Players Association.
'Sinner will be one of greatest players we've ever seen'Jannik Sinner continues to be an unstoppable force in men's tennis as the Australian Open champion becomes the first Italian to win three major titles.
Injured Djokovic pulls out of Serbia Davis Cup tieNovak Djokovic withdraws from Serbia's tie against Denmark in the Davis Cup because of a hamstring injury.
Merciless Sinner wins back-to-back Melbourne titlesJannik Sinner underlines his position as the world's best men's player with an imperious win over Alexander Zverev to retain his Australian Open title.
Zverev heckled over domestic abuse allegations after finalAlexander Zverev is heckled over domestic abuse allegations during the trophy ceremony after the Australian Open men's singles final.
'Clear mind' over doping case helped Sinner win Melbourne titleJannik Sinner says the possibility of a doping ban ruling him out of upcoming Grand Slams did not provide extra motivation to win the Australian Open.
'It was never if, just when' - Keys' journey to Slam glorySeven and a bit years after her first major final, Madison Keys can finally call herself a Grand Slam champion. BBC Sport looks at her journey to Slam glory.
GB's Patten & Finn Heliovaara triumph in MelbourneBritain's Henry Patten and Finn Harri Heliovaara win the Australian Open men's doubles title.
Hewett beats Oda to win 10th Grand Slam singles titleBritain's Alfie Hewett beats defending champion Tokito Oda in the Australian Open final to win his 10th Grand Slam wheelchair singles title.
Keys sheds 'heavy burden' to fulfil teenage expectationsMadison Keys says shedding the burden of being a 'teenage prodigy' helped her secure her first Grand Slam title at the Australian Open.
Superb Keys stuns Sabalenka to win Australian OpenAmerican underdog Madison Keys finally gets her hands on a Grand Slam trophy after holding off defending champion Aryna Sabalenka to win the Australian Open.
Paul hits incredible winner at Dallas OpenTommy Paul hits an unbelievable winner in his win against compatriot Jenson Brooksby to reach the second round of the Dallas Open.
Australian Open champion Hewett enjoying Oda rivalryGreat Britain's Alfie Hewett gives his thoughts after beating defending champion Tokito Oda in the Australian Open final to win his 10th Grand Slam wheelchair singles title.
Raducanu turned down insect bite treatment over contamination concernsBritain's Emma Raducanu says she avoided using antiseptic spray on a recent bite that caused her ankle to swell, such is the care she feels she must take to avoid positive tests for prohibited substances.
Djokovic and Murray team up at the Australian OpenWatch as Novak Djokovic and his new coach Andy Murray practise ahead
of the Australian Open in Melbourne.
Boulter win takes GB into United Cup last eightKatie Boulter beats Australia's Olivia Gadecki in straight sets to ensure Great Britain reach the United Cup quarter-finals in Sydney.
'Brilliant' Sinner seals Davis Cup title for ItalyWatch the best shots as world number one Jannick Sinner secures back-to-back Davis Cups for Italy by beating the Netherlands' Tallon Griekspoor 7-6 (7-2) 6-2 in Malaga.
Doubles 'dating' & reindeer stew fuel Patten successBritain's Henry Patten tells BBC Sport how doubles "dating" and a reindeer stew helped forge a successful partnership with Harri Heliovaara.
What happens next in Sinner doping case?Jannik Sinner defends his Australian Open title but the case over his failed two doping tests rumbles on. BBC Sport examines the key questions at hand.
'Brutal but fun' - how US college fuelled Fearnley's rapid riseLittle over a year ago, Jacob Fearnley was unranked in the professional tennis world. Now he is among the top 100 after one of the fastest climbs in ATP history.
How Instagram post led to a trailblazing gay ATP playerWhen Brazilian tennis player Joao Lucas Reis da Silva posted a loving birthday message to his boyfriend on Instagram, he did not expect the attention which followed.
Ladies first on Centre Court & best of three in Slam first week - ideas to shake up tennisBBC tennis correspondent Russell Fuller looks at what tennis could do to become an even more appealing and exciting sport.
The 'genius' behind 'one of best images' in tennisTwo players could claim to be the world's best – but on different surfaces. How could the Roger Federer-Rafael Nadal debate be settled? One man had an idea.
'The son every mum would love to have' - Nadal, Federer & an enduring legacyBBC tennis correspondent Russell Fuller on Rafael Nadal's enduring rivalry with Roger Federer and his legacy in the tennis world.
How 'genius' Nadal won 22 Grand Slams - including Wimbledon epicBBC Sport pays tribute to Rafael Nadal's incredible career and looks back at the 2008 Wimbledon final, after the 22-time Grand Slam winner announced he will be retiring at the end of the season.
GB's Boulter beaten as Slovakia level BJK Cup semi-finalWatch the best shots as Great Britain's Katie Boulter loses 6-2 4-6 4-6 to Slovakia's Rebecca Sramkova to level up their BJK Cup semi-final.
Nadal's legacy will be eternal - AlcarazCarlos Alcaraz discusses the legacy Spain team-mate Rafael Nadal will leave after his retirement.
'Irresistible tennis!' - Raducanu puts GB ahead in BJK Cup semi-finalWatch the best shots as Emma Raducanu maintained her record of not dropping a set in this year's Billie Jean King Cup, beating Slovakia's Viktoria Hruncakova 6-4 6-4 in Great Britain's opening semi-final match.
I am not worried about the next chapter - NadalRafael Nadal says he is "not worried about the next chapter" as the 22-time Grand Slam champion prepares to retire from tennis after the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga.
Brilliant Boulter puts GB into BJK Cup semi-finalsKatie Boulter beats Canada's Leylah Fernandez in straight sets to send Great Britain into the semi-finals of the Billie Jean King Cup in Malaga.
Raducanu beats Marino to give GB lead over CanadaEmma Raducanu beats Canada's Rebecca Marino in straight sets to give Great Britain the lead in their Billie Jean King Cup quarter-final in Malaga.
Boulter powers GB into BJK Cup quarter-finalsKatie Boulter cruises past Germany's Laura Siegemund with a straight-sets win to put Great Britain into the Billie Jean King Cup quarter-finals in Malaga.
