Spurs’ Tonali hunt shows chasm Newcastle must bridge
The pursuit of Sandro Tonali by Tottenham - who narrowly avoided relegation last season - shows the challenge Newcastle face.
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McCullum confused by stories of rift as Stokes returns
Head coach Brendon McCullum said he remains "good friends" with England captain Ben Stokes and the pair have "no idea" why rumours of a rift have emerged.
Ex-Wimbledon champion Vondrousova given four-year ban
Former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova is banned for four years for refusing an anti-doping test in December 2025.
Serena Williams to make singles comeback at Wimbledon
Serena Williams will make a surprise return to singles action at Wimbledon later this month after accepting a wildcard.
Fastest World Cup to 100 goals in 68 years – are balls and breaks behind it?
The 2026 World Cup becomes the fastest edition of the tournament to hit 100 goals since 1958 - with the landmark reached in the 33rd game. But what is behind the scoring spree?
Flawed but relentless Scotland show themselves as men of substance
Morocco threatened to blow Scotland away early on, but Steve Clarke's squad showed their resilience, writes Tom English.
Coventry play champions Arsenal in Premier League opener
Newly promoted Coventry City will travel to champions Arsenal in the first match of the 2026-27 Premier League season.
Most shots? Best dribbler? World Cup so far in numbers
Now every team has played once, BBC Sport take a look at who has been the best and worst players so far according to the stats.
Chalobah replaces injured Livramento for World Cup
Newcastle United full-back Tino Livramento is out of England's World Cup campaign with a calf injury and is replaced by Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah.
