<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Premier League - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/rss/1000/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest Premier League news with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening in your favorite sport!]]></description><language>en-uk</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 03:28:00 +0200</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Lamine Yamal completes football at 19 as Argentina betray Messi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain's Lamine Yamal takes the glory of World Cup victory as the great Lionel Messi's evening ends in tears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/lamine-yamal-completes-football-at-19-as-argentina-betray-messi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 03:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/lamine-yamal-completes-football-at-19-as-argentina-betray-messi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sixteen titles in five years - why Spain are a dominant force]]></title><description><![CDATA[We look at what's behind Spain's dominance after they become the first nation to be men's and women's World Cup champions at the same time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/sixteen-titles-in-five-years-why-spain-are-a-dominant-force/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 03:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/sixteen-titles-in-five-years-why-spain-are-a-dominant-force/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup quiz: Can you name every winner?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the World Cup final taking place on Sunday, put your knowledge of the previous winners to the test.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-quiz-can-you-name-every-winner/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 03:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-quiz-can-you-name-every-winner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump, Bieber and Shakira - a World Cup final like never before]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026 World Cup final may not linger long in the memory for what happened on the pitch but it will for all that surrounded it, with an appearance by President Trump, the longest half-time in football and songs by a host of stars.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/trump-bieber-and-shakira-a-world-cup-final-like-never-before/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/trump-bieber-and-shakira-a-world-cup-final-like-never-before/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Victory for football? Spain beat 'embarrassing' Argentina to win World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Describing a result as a 'victory for football' might seem like a trite clich&eacute; &ndash; but the 2026 World Cup final feels closer to giving that aphorism truth than any other game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/victory-for-football-spain-beat-embarrassing-argentina-to-win-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/victory-for-football-spain-beat-embarrassing-argentina-to-win-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['The reaction is terrible' - World Cup final turns ugly at full-time]]></title><description><![CDATA[The frustration of some Argentina players boils over at the end of the 2026 World Cup final, after the 2022 winners are beaten by Spain in extra time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-reaction-is-terrible-world-cup-final-turns-ugly-at-full-time/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-reaction-is-terrible-world-cup-final-turns-ugly-at-full-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Football Daily: Spain win the World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain won 1-0 against Argentina after extra time in New Jersey.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/football-daily-spain-win-the-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 01:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/football-daily-spain-win-the-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dominant Spain beat Argentina to win World Cup after extra time]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ferran Torres scores the only goal of the game as Spain dominate Argentina 1-0, to win their second FIFA World Cup at the New York New Jersey Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/dominant-spain-beat-argentina-to-win-world-cup-after-extra-time/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 01:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/dominant-spain-beat-argentina-to-win-world-cup-after-extra-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mbappe first to win Golden Boot twice as Rodri named World Cup's best player]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kylian Mbappe has become the first player to win the World Cup Golden Boot twice after earning the award for top scorer at the 2026 tournament, while Spain's Rodri lands the Golden Ball as the best player.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mbappe-first-to-win-golden-boot-twice-as-rodri-named-world-cups-best-player/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 01:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mbappe-first-to-win-golden-boot-twice-as-rodri-named-world-cups-best-player/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How the World Cup has affected your Premier League team]]></title><description><![CDATA[Now Spain have been crowned world champions after victory over Argentina in New Jersey, attention will quickly shift to the new domestic season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-the-world-cup-has-affected-your-premier-league-team/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-the-world-cup-has-affected-your-premier-league-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shakira, Madonna, Justin Bieber and BTS perform at colourful World Cup half-time show]]></title><description><![CDATA[Robbie Williams and Jennifer Hudson also performed, with Kylie Jenner and Timothee Chalamet among the celebrities in the crowds.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/shakira-madonna-justin-bieber-and-bts-perform-at-colourful-world-cup-half-time-show/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/shakira-madonna-justin-bieber-and-bts-perform-at-colourful-world-cup-half-time-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ferran Torres gives Spain extra-time lead against Argentina]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ferran Torres breaks the deadlock, scoring in extra time for Spain in the World Cup final against Argentina at the New York New Jersey Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ferran-torres-gives-spain-extra-time-lead-against-argentina/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ferran-torres-gives-spain-extra-time-lead-against-argentina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stars shine at the World Cup final half-time show]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber, and Shakira entertain the crowd at half-time in the World Cup final, with a special appearance from Ronaldo and Ronaldinho at the New York New Jersey Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/stars-shine-at-the-world-cup-final-half-time-show/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/stars-shine-at-the-world-cup-final-half-time-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal line up Stones free transfer - Monday's gossip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal are weighing up a move for John Stones as a replacement for the injured William Saliba, Chelsea hold formal talks over Maxence Lacroix, plus more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arsenal-line-up-stones-free-transfer-mondays-gossip/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arsenal-line-up-stones-free-transfer-mondays-gossip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Swansea close in on deal for Motherwell's Just]]></title><description><![CDATA[Swansea City hope to tie up a deal for Motherwell's Elijah Just after he impressed for New Zealand at the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/swansea-close-in-on-deal-for-motherwells-just/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 21:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/swansea-close-in-on-deal-for-motherwells-just/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump presence means tight security for World Cup final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Supporters faced long queues to get into New York New Jersey Stadium amid heightened security for the 2026 World Cup final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/trump-presence-means-tight-security-for-world-cup-final/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/trump-presence-means-tight-security-for-world-cup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup error will make Lammens stronger - Heaton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tom Heaton is backing Manchester United team-mate Senne Lammens to emerge as a stronger character from his World Cup disappointment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-error-will-make-lammens-stronger-heaton/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-error-will-make-lammens-stronger-heaton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robinson not a fan but can League Cup groups help build momentum?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aberdeen manager Stephen Robinson has criticised the format of the Premier Sports Cup, but can the competition help clubs build early momentum?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/robinson-not-a-fan-but-can-league-cup-groups-help-build-momentum/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/robinson-not-a-fan-but-can-league-cup-groups-help-build-momentum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Has Saka shown Tuchel he's too good to leave out?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bukayo Saka&rsquo;s World Cup hat-trick against France reignited the selection debate and Thomas Tuchel&rsquo;s decision to leave him out of the semi-final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/has-saka-shown-tuchel-hes-too-good-to-leave-out/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/has-saka-shown-tuchel-hes-too-good-to-leave-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Forward Braga happy at Hearts - Scottish gossip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hearts forward insists he is happy at club, teenager announces Celtic exit and Rangers manager issues challenge to duo.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/forward-braga-happy-at-hearts-scottish-gossip/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 09:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/forward-braga-happy-at-hearts-scottish-gossip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 42]]></title><description><![CDATA[Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-am-i-guess-world-cup-star-no-42/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-am-i-guess-world-cup-star-no-42/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best England team for a long time - that's a fact, says Rice]]></title><description><![CDATA[Midfielder Declan Rice says "this is the best England group for a very long time" after they secure a third-placed finish at the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/best-england-team-for-a-long-time-thats-a-fact-says-rice/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 04:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/best-england-team-for-a-long-time-thats-a-fact-says-rice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England beat France in 10-goal thriller to win third-place play-off]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bukayo Saka scores a hat-trick as England beat France 6-4 in a thriller to record their best men's World Cup finish since 1966.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-beat-france-in-10-goal-thriller-to-win-third-place-play-off/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 03:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-beat-france-in-10-goal-thriller-to-win-third-place-play-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bellingham breaks England World Cup goals record]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jude Bellingham becomes the first Englishman to score seven goals at a single World Cup with a late strike against France.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bellingham-breaks-england-world-cup-goals-record/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 02:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bellingham-breaks-england-world-cup-goals-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England's best World Cup for 60 years - but how should it be judged?]]></title><description><![CDATA[England have secured their best men's World Cup finish since winning the tournament 60 years ago. Is their performance at the 2026 edition being under-appreciated?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/englands-best-world-cup-for-60-years-but-how-should-it-be-judged/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 02:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/englands-best-world-cup-for-60-years-but-how-should-it-be-judged/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brilliant first half, turbulent second - Tuchel]]></title><description><![CDATA[England manager praises his players as England beat France 6-4 for third place in the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/brilliant-first-half-turbulent-second-tuchel/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 02:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/brilliant-first-half-turbulent-second-tuchel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How did England players rate during the World Cup?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport England reporter Alex Howell assess how the Three Lions' players fared in North America.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-did-england-players-rate-during-the-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 01:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-did-england-players-rate-during-the-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rice fires England into early lead against France]]></title><description><![CDATA[Captain Declan Rice gives England an early lead, scoring in the third minute against France in the World Cup third-place play-off at Miami Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/rice-fires-england-into-early-lead-against-france/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 23:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/rice-fires-england-into-early-lead-against-france/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ten-man Kilmarnock leave it late against Elgin - League Cup round-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ten-man Kilmarnock need a stoppage-time goal to defeat Elgin City in the Premier Sports Cup group stage, while St Johnstone and holders St Mirren are also among Saturday's winners.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ten-man-kilmarnock-leave-it-late-against-elgin-league-cup-round-up/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 22:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ten-man-kilmarnock-leave-it-late-against-elgin-league-cup-round-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O'Neill eyes 'couple of new faces' for Celtic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin O'Neill insists Celtic are "making some progress" in introducing more new faces to his squad as he opens up on the failure to re-sign Kelechi Iheanacho and Marcelo Saracchi.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/oneill-eyes-couple-of-new-faces-for-celtic/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 21:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/oneill-eyes-couple-of-new-faces-for-celtic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watt hails Motherwell as he is sold to Samsunspor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Motherwell sell midfielder Elliot Watt to Turkish SuperLig club Samsunspor for an undisclosed fee.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/watt-hails-motherwell-as-he-is-sold-to-samsunspor/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 20:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/watt-hails-motherwell-as-he-is-sold-to-samsunspor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea agree record &pound;117m deal for Villa's Rogers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea have agreed a club record &pound;117m deal to sign England international midfielder Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/chelsea-agree-record-pound117m-deal-for-villas-rogers/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 20:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/chelsea-agree-record-pound117m-deal-for-villas-rogers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No panic, but Celtic not good enough yet - Lambert]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paul Lambert believes former club Celtic are "nowhere near good enough" without further recruitment but has guarded against "panic".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/no-panic-but-celtic-not-good-enough-yet-lambert/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/no-panic-but-celtic-not-good-enough-yet-lambert/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inside Iraola's first week at Liverpool and big decisions he faces]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has lots of decisions to make ahead of the new season. BBC Sport gives an insight into his first week in the job.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/inside-iraolas-first-week-at-liverpool-and-big-decisions-he-faces/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/inside-iraolas-first-week-at-liverpool-and-big-decisions-he-faces/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will the World Cup affect Arsenal's transfer plans?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the World Cup final taking place on Sunday and the start of the Premier League just over a month away, supporters are starting to think about how their side is shaping up for the new campaign.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/will-the-world-cup-affect-arsenals-transfer-plans/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 16:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/will-the-world-cup-affect-arsenals-transfer-plans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Huge rise in harmful social media posts this World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[There have been 14 times more harmful social media posts and comments during this World Cup than in 2022, Fifa finds.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/huge-rise-in-harmful-social-media-posts-this-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 15:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/huge-rise-in-harmful-social-media-posts-this-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quiz: Name every men's World Cup final host city]]></title><description><![CDATA[The World Cup final is where heroes are made and dreams come true for players and fans alike. Can you name every city that has ever hosted the showpiece?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/quiz-name-every-mens-world-cup-final-host-city/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 14:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/quiz-name-every-mens-world-cup-final-host-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gemmill leaves Scotland U21 role after 13 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scot Gemmill will depart from the role of Scotland Under-21 head coach after 13 years, the Scottish FA has announced.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/gemmill-leaves-scotland-u21-role-after-13-years/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/gemmill-leaves-scotland-u21-role-after-13-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The harrowing dark side of England's World Cup exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[During a major football tournament such as the World Cup, some women and girls are constantly living in fear - because domestic abuse rises when England play, research shows.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-harrowing-dark-side-of-englands-world-cup-exit/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-harrowing-dark-side-of-englands-world-cup-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Villa's record signing Manzambi can spearhead new era]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is a new era for Aston Villa - and Johan Manzambi, who has just joined in a club record deal worth more than &pound;50m - will be one of the poster boys.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-villas-record-signing-manzambi-can-spearhead-new-era/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-villas-record-signing-manzambi-can-spearhead-new-era/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More games, more controversy - good and bad of biggest World Cup yet]]></title><description><![CDATA[From high ticket prices to hydration breaks, new laws and political interventions, there has rarely been a dull moment at the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/more-games-more-controversy-good-and-bad-of-biggest-world-cup-yet/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/more-games-more-controversy-good-and-bad-of-biggest-world-cup-yet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rooney, Hart and Richards row down Hudson River]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wayne Rooney rows down the Hudson River with fellow BBC pundits Joe Hart and Micah Richards.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/rooney-hart-and-richards-row-down-hudson-river/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 09:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/rooney-hart-and-richards-row-down-hudson-river/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham City sign Canada defender Levasseur]]></title><description><![CDATA[WSL newcomers Birmingham City have signed Canada international Marie Levasseur.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/birmingham-city-sign-canada-defender-levasseur/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/birmingham-city-sign-canada-defender-levasseur/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pele at the Azteca? England in '66? Ranking the best World Cup finals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pele and Brazil at the Azteca in 1970? Lionel Messi's first World Cup? England winning it on home soil in 1966? BBC Sport attempts to rank the best finals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/pele-at-the-azteca-england-in-66-ranking-the-best-world-cup-finals/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/pele-at-the-azteca-england-in-66-ranking-the-best-world-cup-finals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Underdogs, history and late goals - Africa's World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026 World Cup saw Africa send its largest ever contingent to the finals, but five sides were eliminated by late goals as underdogs Cape Verde impressed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/underdogs-history-and-late-goals-africas-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/underdogs-history-and-late-goals-africas-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aston Villa sign defender Harviken from Juventus]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa have signed Norway international Mathilde Harviken from Juventus.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/aston-villa-sign-defender-harviken-from-juventus/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/aston-villa-sign-defender-harviken-from-juventus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[West Ham sign forward Gago and defender Cascarino]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Ham sign Everton striker Kelly Gago and turn fellow France international Estelle Cascarino's loan move into a permanent deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/west-ham-sign-forward-gago-and-defender-cascarino/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/west-ham-sign-forward-gago-and-defender-cascarino/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal sign teenage Danish goalkeeper Damm]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal have signed Danish youth international goalkeeper Isabella Damm on a permanent transfer from Brondby IF.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arsenal-sign-teenage-danish-goalkeeper-damm/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arsenal-sign-teenage-danish-goalkeeper-damm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Palace sign England Under-23 striker Lloyd-Smith]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crystal Palace sign last season's WSL2 top scorer Lexi Lloyd-Smith on a three-year deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/palace-sign-england-under-23-striker-lloyd-smith/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/palace-sign-england-under-23-striker-lloyd-smith/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[French defender Rastocle signs for Birmingham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham City sign French defender Jade Rastocle from Montpellier for an undisclosed fee.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/french-defender-rastocle-signs-for-birmingham/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/french-defender-rastocle-signs-for-birmingham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All 11 last-minute winners at the World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch all 11 winning goals scored in stoppage time at the 2026 Fifa World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/all-11-last-minute-winners-at-the-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/all-11-last-minute-winners-at-the-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[60 years of hurt - England's World Cup wait in numbers]]></title><description><![CDATA[England&rsquo;s wait for another World Cup triumph wait told through the football, people and moments that have shaped the world since 1966.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/60-years-of-hurt-englands-world-cup-wait-in-numbers/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/60-years-of-hurt-englands-world-cup-wait-in-numbers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record crowd as Kerr returns to Gotham FC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Chelsea forward Sam Kerr makes her second debut for Gotham FC in front of the largest ever crowd for a women's sporting event in New York City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/record-crowd-as-kerr-returns-to-gotham-fc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/record-crowd-as-kerr-returns-to-gotham-fc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina face fine for displaying Falklands banner after semi-final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina face the prospect of a Fifa fine after their players celebrated the World Cup semi-final win against England with a banner in support of their country's claims to the Falkland Islands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/argentina-face-fine-for-displaying-falklands-banner-after-semi-final/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/argentina-face-fine-for-displaying-falklands-banner-after-semi-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['No regrets' - Tuchel on England's defeat by Argentina]]></title><description><![CDATA[England manager Thomas Tuchel believes his team "got too passive" after scoring first in the World Cup semi-final against Argentina, which they lost 2-1 at Atlanta Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/no-regrets-tuchel-on-englands-defeat-by-argentina/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/no-regrets-tuchel-on-englands-defeat-by-argentina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['No regrets' - Tuchel on England's defeat against Argentina]]></title><description><![CDATA[England manager Thomas Tuchel believes his team 'got too passive' after scoring first in their World Cup semi-final, against Argentina which they lost 2-1 at the Atlanta Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/no-regrets-tuchel-on-englands-defeat-against-argentina/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/no-regrets-tuchel-on-englands-defeat-against-argentina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prince William tells England to 'hold heads high']]></title><description><![CDATA[The Prince of Wales says England has "inspired us all" as he offers his commiserations over the loss to Argentina.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/prince-william-tells-england-to-hold-heads-high/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/prince-william-tells-england-to-hold-heads-high/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Gutted' - Kane disappointed over World Cup exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[England captain Harry Kane gives his analysis on their defeat against Argentina in the 2026 World Cup semi-final at Atlanta Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/gutted-kane-disappointed-over-world-cup-exit/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/gutted-kane-disappointed-over-world-cup-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina shatter England's World Cup dreams in semi-final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina shatter England's World Cup dreams, scoring two late goals to come from behind and knock out Thomas Tuchel's side, in a dramatic semi-final in Atlanta.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/argentina-shatter-englands-world-cup-dreams-in-semi-final/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/argentina-shatter-englands-world-cup-dreams-in-semi-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All done deals in July 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Check out the significant signings and departures in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, EFL and Women's Super League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/all-done-deals-in-july-2026/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/all-done-deals-in-july-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina celebrate progressing to World Cup final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Defending champions Argentina celebrate at full time, after beating England 2-1 to make it through to their second successive World Cup final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/argentina-celebrate-progressing-to-world-cup-final/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/argentina-celebrate-progressing-to-world-cup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fernandez fires in equaliser for Argentina]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enzo Fernandez equalises for Argentina against England in the 2026 World Cup semi final at the Atlanta Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fernandez-fires-in-equaliser-for-argentina/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fernandez-fires-in-equaliser-for-argentina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Late Martinez header sends Argentina to World Cup final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Substitute Lautaro Martinez is in the right place at the right time to head home Lionel Messi's 92nd-minute cross to send Argentina to the World Cup final at the expense of England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/late-martinez-header-sends-argentina-to-world-cup-final/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/late-martinez-header-sends-argentina-to-world-cup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Final two World Cup matches to be shown live on BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saturday's World Cup third-place play-off between England and France and Sunday's World Cup final will both belive on BBC TV.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/final-two-world-cup-matches-to-be-shown-live-on-bbc/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/final-two-world-cup-matches-to-be-shown-live-on-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['The change didn't work' - England player ratings]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport's England reporter Alex Howell rates the players after the Three Lions lost to Argentina in the World Cup semi-final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-change-didnt-work-england-player-ratings/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-change-didnt-work-england-player-ratings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gordon puts England ahead against Argentina]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anthony Gordon puts England 1-0 up against Argentina in the 2026 World Cup semi-final at the Atlanta Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/gordon-puts-england-ahead-against-argentina/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 22:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/gordon-puts-england-ahead-against-argentina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England and Argentina national anthems drowned out]]></title><description><![CDATA[Both England and Argentina's national anthems are drowned out by crowd noise, before the teams kick off their 2026 World Cup semi-final at the Atlanta Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-and-argentina-national-anthems-drowned-out/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 21:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-and-argentina-national-anthems-drowned-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Utd target Summerville - Thursday's gossip]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Ham winger Crysencio Summerville is a target for Manchester United, Arsenal are preparing an offer for Norway winger Antonio Nusa, Everton consider moving for Manchester City's Rico Lewis, plus more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-utd-target-summerville-thursdays-gossip/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-utd-target-summerville-thursdays-gossip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Headers caused Stiles' brain disease, coroner finds]]></title><description><![CDATA[England 1966 World Cup winner Nobby Stiles died with a condition caused by heading footballs, his inquest concludes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/headers-caused-stiles-brain-disease-coroner-finds/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/headers-caused-stiles-brain-disease-coroner-finds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal forward Trossard joins Besiktas for £15.3m]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal forward Leandro Trossard joins Besiktas on a three-year deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arsenal-forward-trossard-joins-besiktas-for-153m/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arsenal-forward-trossard-joins-besiktas-for-153m/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[European ambition, new signings and big expectations for Hibs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Can Hibs build on last season and make a real impact in Europe?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/european-ambition-new-signings-and-big-expectations-for-hibs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/european-ambition-new-signings-and-big-expectations-for-hibs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hibs to face Kosovan side Malisheva in Europe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hibernian will face Malisheva in the second round of Conference League qualifying later this month after the Kosovan outfit beat Albanian side Vllaznia 6-2 on aggregate.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/hibs-to-face-kosovan-side-malisheva-in-europe/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/hibs-to-face-kosovan-side-malisheva-in-europe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Podcast: Dundee’s top-six dream? Pressley’s project starts to take shape]]></title><description><![CDATA[SPFL Preview - can Dundee build on last season and challenge for a top-six finish?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/podcast-dundees-top-six-dream-pressleys-project-starts-to-take-shape/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/podcast-dundees-top-six-dream-pressleys-project-starts-to-take-shape/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham sign Man Utd's Turner and Naalsund]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham City complete the signing of defender Millie Turner and midfielder Lisa Naalsund from Manchester United.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/birmingham-sign-man-utds-turner-and-naalsund/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/birmingham-sign-man-utds-turner-and-naalsund/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Duran can be 'second Maeda' for Celtic - O'Neill]]></title><description><![CDATA[Celtic manager Martin O'Neill believes new signing Camilo Duran has similar attributes to influential forward Daizen Maeda after the club's summer signing scored in a friendly defeat by Sporting.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/duran-can-be-second-maeda-for-celtic-oneill-2/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/duran-can-be-second-maeda-for-celtic-oneill-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Duran can be second Maeda for Celtic - O'Neill]]></title><description><![CDATA[Celtic manager Martin O'Neill believes new signing Camilo Duran has similar attributes to influential forward Daizen Maeda after the club's summer signing scored in a friendly defeat by Sporting.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/duran-can-be-second-maeda-for-celtic-oneill/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/duran-can-be-second-maeda-for-celtic-oneill/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardiff to appeal against dismissed £100m Sala claim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cardiff City will appeal against a French judge's decision to throw out the club's claim for more than &pound;100m in compensation following the death of footballer Emiliano Sala.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/cardiff-to-appeal-against-dismissed-100m-sala-claim/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/cardiff-to-appeal-against-dismissed-100m-sala-claim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers in talks with Leicester over Mavididi - gossip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rangers in talks with Leicester winger, Scotland defender could head south and Celtic among clubs interested in Utrecht forward.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/rangers-in-talks-with-leicester-over-mavididi-gossip/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/rangers-in-talks-with-leicester-over-mavididi-gossip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aston Villa sign keeper Ramsey on free transfer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa have confirmed the signing of goalkeeper Emily Ramsey on a free transfer from Everton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/aston-villa-sign-keeper-ramsey-on-free-transfer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/aston-villa-sign-keeper-ramsey-on-free-transfer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Italian prosecutors drop case against referees boss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prosecutors ask that a sports fraud case against the man in charge of assigning Serie A referees in Italy be dropped.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/italian-prosecutors-drop-case-against-referees-boss/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/italian-prosecutors-drop-case-against-referees-boss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morecambe first club to face action from regulator]]></title><description><![CDATA[The independent football regulator issues a warning to Morecambe after their owners fail to respond to requests for information.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/morecambe-first-club-to-face-action-from-regulator/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/morecambe-first-club-to-face-action-from-regulator/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coventry close on £17m Switzerland defender Amenda]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coventry City close in on a deal worth more than &pound;17m for Eintracht Frankfurt defender Aurele Amenda.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/coventry-close-on-17m-switzerland-defender-amenda/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/coventry-close-on-17m-switzerland-defender-amenda/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Football Extra: Readers' World Cup memorabilia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Football Extra readers share their memorabilia from World Cups ranging from 1966 to 2010, including mascots, tickets, programmes, coin collections and even vuvuzelas.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/football-extra-readers-world-cup-memorabilia/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/football-extra-readers-world-cup-memorabilia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Promoted Crystal Palace sign striker England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newly promoted Women's Super League club Crystal Palace sign striker Bethany England on free transfer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/promoted-crystal-palace-sign-striker-england/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/promoted-crystal-palace-sign-striker-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sunderland sign Belgium World Cup defender Meunier]]></title><description><![CDATA[Experienced Belgian defender Thomas Meunier signs for Sunderland after his contract with Lille comes to an end.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/sunderland-sign-belgium-world-cup-defender-meunier/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/sunderland-sign-belgium-world-cup-defender-meunier/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bournemouth in talks for Benfica defender Silva]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bournemouth enter talks to sign Benfica and Portugal defender Antonio Silva as Marcos Senesi's replacement.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bournemouth-in-talks-for-benfica-defender-silva/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bournemouth-in-talks-for-benfica-defender-silva/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup: Rooney on England v Argentina]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wayne Rooney previews England v Argentina.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-rooney-on-england-v-argentina/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-rooney-on-england-v-argentina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[London City sign Diani for more than £500,000]]></title><description><![CDATA[London City Lionesses sign France forward Kadidiatou Diani from Lyon on a three-year deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/london-city-sign-diani-for-more-than-500000/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/london-city-sign-diani-for-more-than-500000/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 91-year-old Argentine journalist covering his 18th World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enrique Macaya Marquez has covered every World Cup since 1958, where a 17-year-old Pele featured.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-91-year-old-argentine-journalist-covering-his-18th-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-91-year-old-argentine-journalist-covering-his-18th-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What happened to David Batty, who shook off penalty miss against Argentina?]]></title><description><![CDATA[England midfielder David Batty quickly shook off his penalty miss against Argentina in 1998. As the two teams prepare to meet in the World Cup knockout stage again, BBC Sport asks: what happened to him?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-happened-to-david-batty-who-shook-off-penalty-miss-against-argentina/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-happened-to-david-batty-who-shook-off-penalty-miss-against-argentina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 38]]></title><description><![CDATA[Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-am-i-guess-world-cup-star-no-38/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-am-i-guess-world-cup-star-no-38/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bellingham best player at World Cup - Rooney]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jude Bellingham has been the best player at the World Cup so far, says former England striker Wayne Rooney.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bellingham-best-player-at-world-cup-rooney/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bellingham-best-player-at-world-cup-rooney/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Extremely happy' Deschamps gets the farewell game no-one wants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Didier Deschamps' long, storied career with France will come to an end not how he would have wanted it - in Saturday's World Cup third-place play-off.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/extremely-happy-deschamps-gets-the-farewell-game-no-one-wants/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/extremely-happy-deschamps-gets-the-farewell-game-no-one-wants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All the goals from England's 2026 World Cup campaign so far]]></title><description><![CDATA[As England gear up to face Norway at the Miami Stadium for the World Cup quarter-finals, re-live all the goals that got Thomas Tuchel's side there.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/all-the-goals-from-englands-2026-world-cup-campaign-so-far/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/all-the-goals-from-englands-2026-world-cup-campaign-so-far/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All of Argentina's goals from the World Cup so far]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch all 17 of Argentina's goals from World Cup 2026 on their way to the semi-final, where they face England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/all-of-argentinas-goals-from-the-world-cup-so-far/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/all-of-argentinas-goals-from-the-world-cup-so-far/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A special team beats brilliant individuals - how silky Spain flattened France]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain have rather flown under the radar at the 2026 World Cup - but will they go all the way and win it?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/a-special-team-beats-brilliant-individuals-how-silky-spain-flattened-france/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 02:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/a-special-team-beats-brilliant-individuals-how-silky-spain-flattened-france/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pressure is on world champions Argentina in semi-final - Guehi]]></title><description><![CDATA[England defender Marc Guehi insists the pressure is on Argentina as the Three Lions prepare to face the reigning champions in the World Cup semi-finals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/pressure-is-on-world-champions-argentina-in-semi-final-guehi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 02:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/pressure-is-on-world-champions-argentina-in-semi-final-guehi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup final half-time to last up to 25 minutes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The half-time break in Sunday's World Cup final is expected to last between 20 and 25 minutes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-final-half-time-to-last-up-to-25-minutes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-final-half-time-to-last-up-to-25-minutes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain into World Cup final with victory over France]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain are into the 2026 World Cup final after goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro see them convincingly beat France 2-0 in their semi-final in Dallas.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/spain-into-world-cup-final-with-victory-over-france/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 23:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/spain-into-world-cup-final-with-victory-over-france/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montrose stun Dundee Utd as Ayr shock Falkirk in League Cup groups]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dundee United and fellow Premiership side Falkirk&rsquo;s hopes of progressing from the Scottish League Cup group stage are in the balance after they were beaten by lower-league opponents.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/montrose-stun-dundee-utd-as-ayr-shock-falkirk-in-league-cup-groups/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 23:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/montrose-stun-dundee-utd-as-ayr-shock-falkirk-in-league-cup-groups/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who 'came alive' in the semi-final? France v Spain player ratings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain produce a masterclass to see off France and reach their first World Cup final since 2010 - but who were the stars?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-came-alive-in-the-semi-final-france-v-spain-player-ratings/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 23:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-came-alive-in-the-semi-final-france-v-spain-player-ratings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fenerbahce sign Greenwood from Marseille]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fenerbahce sign Mason Greenwood from Marseille on a four-year contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fenerbahce-sign-greenwood-from-marseille/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 22:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fenerbahce-sign-greenwood-from-marseille/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leeds agree £34.1m fee for defender Muharemovic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leeds United agree a &pound;34.1m fee with Italian club Sassuolo for defender Tarik Muharemovic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/leeds-agree-341m-fee-for-defender-muharemovic/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 22:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/leeds-agree-341m-fee-for-defender-muharemovic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record buy O'Sullivan leaves Liverpool for Gotham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool club record signing Denise O'Sullivan leaves to join Gotham FC, just six months after joining the Reds.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/record-buy-osullivan-leaves-liverpool-for-gotham/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/record-buy-osullivan-leaves-liverpool-for-gotham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Utd sign Tielemans for £35m from Aston Villa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United complete the signing of Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa on a five-year deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-utd-sign-tielemans-for-35m-from-aston-villa/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-utd-sign-tielemans-for-35m-from-aston-villa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Villa warned over sportswashing after Visit Rwanda deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa are warned their new &pound;20m-a-year sponsorship deal with Visit Rwanda will be used by the nation to sportswash its human rights record.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/villa-warned-over-sportswashing-after-visit-rwanda-deal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/villa-warned-over-sportswashing-after-visit-rwanda-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea agree fee for Man Utd striker Malard]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea agree a deal worth about &pound;850,000 to sign Manchester United striker Melvine Malard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/chelsea-agree-fee-for-man-utd-striker-malard/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/chelsea-agree-fee-for-man-utd-striker-malard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[McGregor keen to 'build something special' with O'Neill amid exit talk]]></title><description><![CDATA[Callum McGregor feels he can help "build something special" with Martin O'Neill's Celtic, despite speculation surrounding the captain's future.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mcgregor-keen-to-build-something-special-with-oneill-amid-exit-talk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mcgregor-keen-to-build-something-special-with-oneill-amid-exit-talk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Secret friendlies and promoting youngsters - Alonso's first week at Chelsea]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea's entire pre-season is already mapped out by new boss Xabi Alonso, keen to make an early impact on his players before the season begins.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/secret-friendlies-and-promoting-youngsters-alonsos-first-week-at-chelsea/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/secret-friendlies-and-promoting-youngsters-alonsos-first-week-at-chelsea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Everton sign France forward Mouchon from Leicester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Everton sign France forward Noemie Mouchon on a free transfer from Leicester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/everton-sign-france-forward-mouchon-from-leicester/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/everton-sign-france-forward-mouchon-from-leicester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why do Argentina sing about England and the Falklands?]]></title><description><![CDATA[While England see Argentina as football rivals, for Argentina the rivalry is much more than that.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-do-argentina-sing-about-england-and-the-falklands/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-do-argentina-sing-about-england-and-the-falklands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walked for 47% of the World Cup - the evolution of Messi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi is looking to beat England and reach a third World Cup final with Argentina. Guillem Balague looks at the evolution of one of the game's all-time greats.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/walked-for-47-of-the-world-cup-the-evolution-of-messi/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/walked-for-47-of-the-world-cup-the-evolution-of-messi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Borrowed shoes, no Golden Boot - the story of the World Cup's greatest scorer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Just Fontaine's record of 13 goals in a single World Cup has stood for decades, but he never played in the tournament again after injury ended his career at the age of 28.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/borrowed-shoes-no-golden-boot-the-story-of-the-world-cups-greatest-scorer/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/borrowed-shoes-no-golden-boot-the-story-of-the-world-cups-greatest-scorer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[These are unprecedented times - England should enjoy them]]></title><description><![CDATA[A record of four semi-finals in the past five international tournaments for England is outstanding. It is time to accept that this is where England belong.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/these-are-unprecedented-times-england-should-enjoy-them/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/these-are-unprecedented-times-england-should-enjoy-them/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Maradona dominated England in 1986]]></title><description><![CDATA[Diego Maradona leads his Argentina team to victory against England in the quarter-final of the World Cup in 1986.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-maradona-dominated-england-in-1986/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 20:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-maradona-dominated-england-in-1986/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina v England 2002 - Redemption for Beckham]]></title><description><![CDATA[England meet Argentina in the group stage of the 2002 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/argentina-v-england-2002-redemption-for-beckham/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 20:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/argentina-v-england-2002-redemption-for-beckham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina v England 1998 - Owen, Beckham and penalty pain]]></title><description><![CDATA[England meet Argentina in the last 16 of the 1998 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/argentina-v-england-1998-owen-beckham-and-penalty-pain/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 20:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/argentina-v-england-1998-owen-beckham-and-penalty-pain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuchel unhappy with England display - so why do they keep winning?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Football tactics correspondent Umir Irfan examines why England are still winning games despite Thomas Tuchel insisting performances are not good.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tuchel-unhappy-with-england-display-so-why-do-they-keep-winning/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tuchel-unhappy-with-england-display-so-why-do-they-keep-winning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Animals', Hand of God and Beckham - Argentina and England's World Cup rivalry]]></title><description><![CDATA[As England and Argentina prepare to go head-to-head in Wednesday's World Cup semi-final, BBC Sport looks at their footballing rivalry.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/animals-hand-of-god-and-beckham-argentina-and-englands-world-cup-rivalry/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 12:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/animals-hand-of-god-and-beckham-argentina-and-englands-world-cup-rivalry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[When the World Cup finishes, the football continues on BBC Sport]]></title><description><![CDATA[When the World Cup ends we'll still have loads of great content every day as we build up to the new football season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/when-the-world-cup-finishes-the-football-continues-on-bbc-sport/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 08:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/when-the-world-cup-finishes-the-football-continues-on-bbc-sport/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What are the key dates for the 2026-27 football season?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything explains the full list of key dates for the 2026-27 men's football season]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-are-the-key-dates-for-the-2026-27-football-season/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-are-the-key-dates-for-the-2026-27-football-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What's going on at Newcastle with Guimaraes' future in doubt?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bruno Guimaraes joined Newcastle in January 2022 and hoped to fulfil all his ambitions at the club. If he leaves to join Arsenal, what does it mean for the Magpies' direction?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/whats-going-on-at-newcastle-with-guimaraes-future-in-doubt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/whats-going-on-at-newcastle-with-guimaraes-future-in-doubt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tears of relief? Messi adds another incredible chapter to World Cup career]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina great Lionel Messi sheds tears as they fight back to beat Egypt and reach the World Cup quarter-finals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tears-of-relief-messi-adds-another-incredible-chapter-to-world-cup-career/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 22:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tears-of-relief-messi-adds-another-incredible-chapter-to-world-cup-career/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shades of Keane and Gerrard in Bellingham display - Rooney]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wayne Rooney believes Jude Bellingham's performance against Mexico ranks alongside iconic Steven Gerrard and Roy Keane displays]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/shades-of-keane-and-gerrard-in-bellingham-display-rooney/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 21:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/shades-of-keane-and-gerrard-in-bellingham-display-rooney/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fifa investigating alleged racist abuse of IShowSpeed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fifa has opened an investigation following allegations of racist abuse involving American social media influencer IShowSpeed and a supporter during Argentina's 3-2 win over Cape Verde on Friday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fifa-investigating-alleged-racist-abuse-of-ishowspeed/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 21:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fifa-investigating-alleged-racist-abuse-of-ishowspeed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina make incredible late comeback to beat Egypt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina survive an almighty scare before delivering a scarcely believable second-half comeback to break Egypt hearts and reach the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/argentina-make-incredible-late-comeback-to-beat-egypt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 21:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/argentina-make-incredible-late-comeback-to-beat-egypt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Villa and Belgium midfielder Onana ruptures ACL]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa midfielder Amadou Onana ruptures an anterior cruciate ligament while playing for Belgium at the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/villa-and-belgium-midfielder-onana-ruptures-acl/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/villa-and-belgium-midfielder-onana-ruptures-acl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England into quarter-finals - what is their path to the final?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport takes a look at what England will need to do to reach the final after progressing the quarter-finals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-into-quarter-finals-what-is-their-path-to-the-final/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-into-quarter-finals-what-is-their-path-to-the-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fernandez header seals dramatic Argentina comeback]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enzo Fernandez scores late to give Argentina the lead against Egypt in their last 16 match at the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fernandez-header-seals-dramatic-argentina-comeback/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fernandez-header-seals-dramatic-argentina-comeback/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi rescues Argentina with equaliser against Egypt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi scores a late equaliser for Argentina against Egypt to level the game at 2-2 during their match in Atlanta.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/messi-rescues-argentina-with-equaliser-against-egypt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/messi-rescues-argentina-with-equaliser-against-egypt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TNS fall to Champions League defeat in Azerbaijan]]></title><description><![CDATA[The New Saints need to turn tie around in home leg after losing 2-0 at Sabah in first qualifying round of Champions League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tns-fall-to-champions-league-defeat-in-azerbaijan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tns-fall-to-champions-league-defeat-in-azerbaijan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi denied from penalty spot by 'brilliant' Shobeir save]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi misses his second penalty of the 2026 World Cup, as his effort is saved by Egypt's Mostafa Shobeir in Atlanta.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/messi-denied-from-penalty-spot-by-brilliant-shobeir-save/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/messi-denied-from-penalty-spot-by-brilliant-shobeir-save/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Did VAR correctly rule out this Egypt goal?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mostafa Zico has his goal for Egypt ruled out following a VAR review, for a foul on Lisandro Martinez in the build up, during their World Cup last 16 match in Atlanta.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/did-var-correctly-rule-out-this-egypt-goal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/did-var-correctly-rule-out-this-egypt-goal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Qarabag's Duran poised for Celtic medical]]></title><description><![CDATA[Colombian forward Camilo Duran is poised to become Celtic's first summer signing, arriving for an undisclosed fee from Qarabag, manager Martin O'Neill confirms.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/qarabags-duran-poised-for-celtic-medical/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/qarabags-duran-poised-for-celtic-medical/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England players to get hoarding warning after freak Henderson injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[England players will be advised not to jump over advertising hoardings after Jordan Henderson suffered a freak injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-players-to-get-hoarding-warning-after-freak-henderson-injury/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-players-to-get-hoarding-warning-after-freak-henderson-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal set to sign Meslier on free transfer after Leeds exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal are set to seal the signing of goalkeeper Illan Meslier on a free transfer]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arsenal-set-to-sign-meslier-on-free-transfer-after-leeds-exit/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arsenal-set-to-sign-meslier-on-free-transfer-after-leeds-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England's Best Since 1966 - Tuchel's Biggest Statement Yet?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Is this what World Cup winners look like?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/englands-best-since-1966-tuchels-biggest-statement-yet/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/englands-best-since-1966-tuchels-biggest-statement-yet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea's Bartel closing in on move to Juventus]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea midfielder Julia Bartel is closing in on a move to Italian club Juventus this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/chelseas-bartel-closing-in-on-move-to-juventus/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/chelseas-bartel-closing-in-on-move-to-juventus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can Scotland learn from history-making Norway?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Norway, a nation of a similar size to Scotland, are through to the World Cup quarter-finals, so can lessons be learned from their neighbours from across the North Sea?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/can-scotland-learn-from-history-making-norway/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/can-scotland-learn-from-history-making-norway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inside Liverpool's pre-season plans as Iraola starts work]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola has arrived at the club's training ground and is preparing to start work with his new squad ahead of the Premier League season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/inside-liverpools-pre-season-plans-as-iraola-starts-work/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/inside-liverpools-pre-season-plans-as-iraola-starts-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fifa's Balogun decision could lead to football 'cesspit' - McAllister]]></title><description><![CDATA[Uefa vice-president Laura McAllister says there is a risk of "an absolute cesspit" of political interference in football after USA striker Folarin Balogun avoided a ban at the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fifas-balogun-decision-could-lead-to-football-cesspit-mcallister/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fifas-balogun-decision-could-lead-to-football-cesspit-mcallister/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brentford sign Burnley forward Anthony]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brentford sign forward Jaidon Anthony from Burnley on a four-year contract, with an option for an extra year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/brentford-sign-burnley-forward-anthony/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/brentford-sign-burnley-forward-anthony/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coach was 'happy' to have Maddy Cusack on team]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jonathan Morgan, Maddy Cusack's coach at Sheffield United, gave evidence earlier on Tuesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/coach-was-happy-to-have-maddy-cusack-on-team/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/coach-was-happy-to-have-maddy-cusack-on-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How can Stoke City keep spending on transfer fees?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Football finance expert Kieran Maguire explains how Stoke can manage the Championship's Squad Cost Rules this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-can-stoke-city-keep-spending-on-transfer-fees/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-can-stoke-city-keep-spending-on-transfer-fees/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Burnley in talks to appoint Hayen as boss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Burnley are progressing in talks to appoint Genk head coach Nicky Hayen to fill their managerial vacancy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/burnley-in-talks-to-appoint-hayen-as-boss/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/burnley-in-talks-to-appoint-hayen-as-boss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[La Liga chief critical of 'complicit silence' surrounding Fifa]]></title><description><![CDATA[La Liga president Javier Tebas has criticised the "complicit silence" which surrounds Fifa after the Folarin Balogun controversy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/la-liga-chief-critical-of-complicit-silence-surrounding-fifa/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/la-liga-chief-critical-of-complicit-silence-surrounding-fifa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Partick's Clarke moves to Doncaster immediately after Celtic switch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Doncaster Rovers sign Partick Thistle goalkeeper Josh Clarke on a loan deal that will become a permanent in January.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/particks-clarke-moves-to-doncaster-immediately-after-celtic-switch/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/particks-clarke-moves-to-doncaster-immediately-after-celtic-switch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[9.1m watch England's epic win over Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[A peak audience of 9.1 million tuned in overnight to watch England beat Mexico to reach the quarter-finals of the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/91m-watch-englands-epic-win-over-mexico/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/91m-watch-englands-epic-win-over-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zimbabwean football star survives gun attack in South Africa]]></title><description><![CDATA[South African police say they are investigating a case of attempted murder but that no arrests have been made so far.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/zimbabwean-football-star-survives-gun-attack-in-south-africa/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/zimbabwean-football-star-survives-gun-attack-in-south-africa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The superstar double act that became England's Wonderwall]]></title><description><![CDATA[With 10 of England's 11 goals at the World Cup scored by either Harry Kane or Jude Bellingham, BBC Sport looks at how dependent on them the team is.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-superstar-double-act-that-became-englands-wonderwall/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-superstar-double-act-that-became-englands-wonderwall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kirk named Durham boss two years after Leicester sacking]]></title><description><![CDATA[Willie Kirk has been appointed head coach of WSL 2 side Durham two years after he was sacked by Leicester City Women's team for having a relationship with a player.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/kirk-named-durham-boss-two-years-after-leicester-sacking/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/kirk-named-durham-boss-two-years-after-leicester-sacking/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Hibs boss Kirk named Durham boss two years after Leicester sacking]]></title><description><![CDATA[Willie Kirk has been appointed head coach of WSL 2 side Durham two years after he was sacked by Leicester City Women's team for having a relationship with a player.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/former-hibs-boss-kirk-named-durham-boss-two-years-after-leicester-sacking/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/former-hibs-boss-kirk-named-durham-boss-two-years-after-leicester-sacking/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Chelsea boss Rosenior named Paris FC manager]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liam Rosenior is back in football management with Ligue 1 club Paris FC after being sacked by Chelsea in April.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/former-chelsea-boss-rosenior-named-paris-fc-manager/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/former-chelsea-boss-rosenior-named-paris-fc-manager/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mbappe condemns racist posts from Paraguay senator]]></title><description><![CDATA[France forward Kylian Mbappe condemns a Paraguayan senator as "despicable" and unworthy of her position after she made a number of racist remarks mocking his origin and education.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mbappe-condemns-racist-posts-from-paraguay-senator/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mbappe-condemns-racist-posts-from-paraguay-senator/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle closing in on signing of Ajax's Steur]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United are closing in on the signing of 18-year-old Ajax midfielder Sean Steur.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/newcastle-closing-in-on-signing-of-ajaxs-steur/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/newcastle-closing-in-on-signing-of-ajaxs-steur/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why European backlash over Trump intervention won't worry Infantino]]></title><description><![CDATA[After 10 years as Fifa president, could the Folarin Balogun controversy tip the balance against Gianni Infantino? Don't bet on it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-european-backlash-over-trump-intervention-wont-worry-infantino/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-european-backlash-over-trump-intervention-wont-worry-infantino/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Overturn this' - Belgium taunt US and say Trump move fired them up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Belgium's Nicolas Raskin says Fifa's decision to allow US striker Folarin Balogun to play against them fired them up for the last-16 tie in Seattle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/overturn-this-belgium-taunt-us-and-say-trump-move-fired-them-up/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/overturn-this-belgium-taunt-us-and-say-trump-move-fired-them-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Injustice drove Belgium to win over USA - Rangers' Raskin]]></title><description><![CDATA[Belgium's Nicolas Raskin says Fifa's decision to allow US striker Folarin Balogun to play against them fired them up for the last-16 tie in Seattle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/injustice-drove-belgium-to-win-over-usa-rangers-raskin/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/injustice-drove-belgium-to-win-over-usa-rangers-raskin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celtic to agree to pay fee for Qarabag's Duran - gossip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Celtic reportedly agree to stump up cash for Qarabag forward as Rangers intend to keep striker.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/celtic-to-agree-to-pay-fee-for-qarabags-duran-gossip/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/celtic-to-agree-to-pay-fee-for-qarabags-duran-gossip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 30]]></title><description><![CDATA[Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-am-i-guess-world-cup-star-no-30/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-am-i-guess-world-cup-star-no-30/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A shambolic end for the American dream - did Balogun saga play a part?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mauricio Pochettino says he feels "disappointed with too many people" who brought "politics and manipulation" into the game as the US exit World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/a-shambolic-end-for-the-american-dream-did-balogun-saga-play-a-part/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/a-shambolic-end-for-the-american-dream-did-balogun-saga-play-a-part/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Belgium make light work of US to set up quarter-final tie with Spain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Belgium ease past a defensively sloppy USA in a match shrouded in controversy surrounding Folarin Balogun's delayed suspension, a scandal that made little impact on the pitch.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/belgium-make-light-work-of-us-to-set-up-quarter-final-tie-with-spain/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 04:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/belgium-make-light-work-of-us-to-set-up-quarter-final-tie-with-spain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Total calamity!' US gift Belgium a third goal]]></title><description><![CDATA[USA goalkeeper Matt Freese with a huge error in judgement as he gifts Belgium's Hans Vanaken the ball, leaving him with an easy finish that defender Tim Ream could've done more to stop. Errors all around as Belgium take control of the round of 16 tie.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/total-calamity-us-gift-belgium-a-third-goal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 03:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/total-calamity-us-gift-belgium-a-third-goal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ronaldo's World Cup career ends in tears as 'pandering' Martinez departs]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport looks at the end of Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career as he fails to win football's biggest prize.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ronaldos-world-cup-career-ends-in-tears-as-pandering-martinez-departs/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 01:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ronaldos-world-cup-career-ends-in-tears-as-pandering-martinez-departs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain's World Cup challenge built on record-breaking historic defence]]></title><description><![CDATA[If Spain are to get their hands on the World Cup trophy again, they may have their defence, rather than their attack, to thank.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/spains-world-cup-challenge-built-on-record-breaking-historic-defence/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 01:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/spains-world-cup-challenge-built-on-record-breaking-historic-defence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain into quarter-finals after Merino's late winner against Portugal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain leave it late as super-sub Mikel Merino scores a stoppage-time winner to send his side into the quarter-finals, ending Cristiano Ronaldo's hopes of World Cup glory.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/spain-into-quarter-finals-after-merinos-late-winner-against-portugal/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/spain-into-quarter-finals-after-merinos-late-winner-against-portugal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super-sub Merino delivers 'killer goal' for Spain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain midfielder Mikel Merino coolly scores in added time to break Portuguese hearts, sending his side through to the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/super-sub-merino-delivers-killer-goal-for-spain/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/super-sub-merino-delivers-killer-goal-for-spain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FA considering appeal after Quansah red card]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Football Association is considering whether to appeal after England defender Jarell Quansah's red card against Mexico.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fa-considering-appeal-after-quansah-red-card/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 22:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fa-considering-appeal-after-quansah-red-card/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beever-Jones signs new contract until 2030 with Chelsea]]></title><description><![CDATA[England forward Aggie Beever-Jones signs a new contract with Chelsea, extending her stay at the club she joined as a nine-year-old until 2030.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/beever-jones-signs-new-contract-until-2030-with-chelsea/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/beever-jones-signs-new-contract-until-2030-with-chelsea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal sign Germany striker Cerci on free]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal have confirmed the signing of Germany striker Selina Cerci from Hoffenheim on a free transfer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arsenal-sign-germany-striker-cerci-on-free/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arsenal-sign-germany-striker-cerci-on-free/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How England used five mini games to beat Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[The tactical breakdown of how Thomas Tuchel's 10-man England pulled off a remarkable World Cup win in a hostile Mexico City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-england-used-five-mini-games-to-beat-mexico/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 13:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-england-used-five-mini-games-to-beat-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How England's epic night at the Azteca unfolded]]></title><description><![CDATA[Relive all the drama from England&rsquo;s 3-2 win over Mexico, as Thomas Tuchel&rsquo;s team progressed to a quarter-final meeting with Norway on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-englands-epic-night-at-the-azteca-unfolded/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 13:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-englands-epic-night-at-the-azteca-unfolded/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tottenham seal &pound;100m move for Newcastle's Tonali]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham complete the signing of midfielder Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United for a club-record fee which could reach &pound;100m.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tottenham-seal-pound100m-move-for-newcastles-tonali/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tottenham-seal-pound100m-move-for-newcastles-tonali/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An incredible night when England heroes were made]]></title><description><![CDATA[On a spine-tingling night of drama, emotion and pure theatre in one of sport's most atmospheric arenas, England delivered one of their greatest performances.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/an-incredible-night-when-england-heroes-were-made/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/an-incredible-night-when-england-heroes-were-made/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where does Mexico win rank among England's best results?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport looks at some of England's most famous away victories after their epic win against Mexico at the Azteca - plus you can have your say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/where-does-mexico-win-rank-among-englands-best-results/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 06:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/where-does-mexico-win-rank-among-englands-best-results/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England win epic tie against Mexico to reach quarter-finals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jude Bellingham scores twice and Harry Kane converts a penalty as 10-man England beat Mexico 3-2 in the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-win-epic-tie-against-mexico-to-reach-quarter-finals/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 06:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-win-epic-tie-against-mexico-to-reach-quarter-finals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I'm speechless' - Kane reacts to England's victory over Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[A very hoarse sounding England captain Harry Kane gives his reaction to England's 3-2 victory over Mexico and praises the fans support.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/im-speechless-kane-reacts-to-englands-victory-over-mexico/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 05:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/im-speechless-kane-reacts-to-englands-victory-over-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Nasty, nasty challenge' - Quansah shown red card]]></title><description><![CDATA[England are reduced to 10 men as Jarrel Quansah is shown a red card following a VAR review for a "nasty" challenge on Mexico's Jesus Gallardo.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/nasty-nasty-challenge-quansah-shown-red-card/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 04:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/nasty-nasty-challenge-quansah-shown-red-card/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bellingham scores two in 98 seconds to silence the Azteca]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jude Bellingham scores two goals in 98 seconds to give England a 2-0 lead over Mexico during their last 16 match at the Mexico City Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bellingham-scores-two-in-98-seconds-to-silence-the-azteca/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 03:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bellingham-scores-two-in-98-seconds-to-silence-the-azteca/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle sign Toure for £43m - what will he bring to club?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United reporter Ciaran Kelly looks at why the club have bought forward Bazoumana Toure from Hoffenheim for &pound;43m.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/newcastle-sign-toure-for-43m-what-will-he-bring-to-club/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/newcastle-sign-toure-for-43m-what-will-he-bring-to-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In spotlight but shunning limelight - Olise's unique rise to top]]></title><description><![CDATA[A footballer who dislikes too much media attention, but Michael Olise might not have much choice if he carries on his World Cup heroics.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/in-spotlight-but-shunning-limelight-olises-unique-rise-to-top/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/in-spotlight-but-shunning-limelight-olises-unique-rise-to-top/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murals, flags and beef dishes - Messi mania takes hold in Miami]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi's World Cup goals roadshow continued with his seventh of the tournament for Argentina against Cape Verde - and delighted the fans who were in Miami to see their hero.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/murals-flags-and-beef-dishes-messi-mania-takes-hold-in-miami/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 07:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/murals-flags-and-beef-dishes-messi-mania-takes-hold-in-miami/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Farewell Cape Verde - the underdogs the World Cup will never forget]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cape Verde may have been the World Cup's second-smallest nation but they leave the largest impact as they depart following defeat by defending champions Argentina in an epic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/farewell-cape-verde-the-underdogs-the-world-cup-will-never-forget/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 05:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/farewell-cape-verde-the-underdogs-the-world-cup-will-never-forget/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England-Mexico kick-off unchanged after Fifa U-turn]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fifa u-turn on plans to bring forward England's fixture against Mexico following consultation with both nations' football associations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-mexico-kick-off-unchanged-after-fifa-u-turn/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 01:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-mexico-kick-off-unchanged-after-fifa-u-turn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rice likely to be available for England v Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Declan Rice is likely to be available to start England's World Cup tie against Mexico despite an ongoing injury issue.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/rice-likely-to-be-available-for-england-v-mexico/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 00:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/rice-likely-to-be-available-for-england-v-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watch the full shootout as Egypt hold nerve to make World Cup last 16]]></title><description><![CDATA[Egypt defeat Australia on penalties to claim their first ever win in the World Cup knockout stage, and make it through to the last 16.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/watch-the-full-shootout-as-egypt-hold-nerve-to-make-world-cup-last-16/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 23:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/watch-the-full-shootout-as-egypt-hold-nerve-to-make-world-cup-last-16/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Egypt into last 16 after shootout victory against Australia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Egypt defeated Australia on penalties to claim their first ever win in the World Cup knockout stage and set up a last-16 tie with either Argentina or Cape Verde.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/egypt-into-last-16-after-shootout-victory-against-australia/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 23:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/egypt-into-last-16-after-shootout-victory-against-australia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I decided last minute!' - Salah on Panenka penalty]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mo Salah explains it was a last-minute decision to "Panenka" his penalty for Egypt after they beat Australia in a shootout to progress to the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/i-decided-last-minute-salah-on-panenka-penalty/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 23:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/i-decided-last-minute-salah-on-panenka-penalty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['History for the Pharaohs' - Egypt celebrate after winning shootout]]></title><description><![CDATA[Egypt celebrate as they win a World Cup knockout match for the first time after beating Australia 4-2 on penalties in Dallas to reach the last 16.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/history-for-the-pharaohs-egypt-celebrate-after-winning-shootout/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 23:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/history-for-the-pharaohs-egypt-celebrate-after-winning-shootout/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['History for The Pharaohs' - Egypt celebrate after scoring winning penalty]]></title><description><![CDATA[Egypt celebrate as they win a World Cup knockout match for the first time after beating Australia 4-2 on penalties in Dallas to reach the last 16.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/history-for-the-pharaohs-egypt-celebrate-after-scoring-winning-penalty/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 23:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/history-for-the-pharaohs-egypt-celebrate-after-scoring-winning-penalty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Liverpool open to Van Dijk offers - Saturday's gossip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Virgil van Dijk's Liverpool future appears a little uncertain with the club prepared to listen to offers for him, Fulham keen on West Ham winger Crysencio Summerville while Inter Milan want Chelsea centre-back Trevoh Chalobah.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/liverpool-open-to-van-dijk-offers-saturdays-gossip/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 23:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/liverpool-open-to-van-dijk-offers-saturdays-gossip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England, Mexico &amp; Fifa locked in kick-off time talks]]></title><description><![CDATA[England's World Cup last-16 tie with Mexico is set to be moved to 19:00 BST on Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-mexico-amp-fifa-locked-in-kick-off-time-talks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 22:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-mexico-amp-fifa-locked-in-kick-off-time-talks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea sign Japan midfielder Matsukubo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea sign Japan international Manaka Matsukubo on a five-year contract from North Carolina Courage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/chelsea-sign-japan-midfielder-matsukubo/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 21:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/chelsea-sign-japan-midfielder-matsukubo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England v Mexico set to move to earlier kick-off time]]></title><description><![CDATA[England's World Cup last-16 tie with Mexico is set to be moved to 19:00 BST on Sunday because of the threat of storms.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-v-mexico-set-to-move-to-earlier-kick-off-time/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 21:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-v-mexico-set-to-move-to-earlier-kick-off-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ashour heads Egypt into lead against Australia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Emam Ashour heads Egypt into the lead against Australia in their 2026 World Cup round of 32 match in Dallas.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ashour-heads-egypt-into-lead-against-australia/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ashour-heads-egypt-into-lead-against-australia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Xhaka set to stay at Sunderland despite Chelsea interest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka is set to stay at the club this summer, despite interest from Chelsea.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/xhaka-set-to-stay-at-sunderland-despite-chelsea-interest/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 20:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/xhaka-set-to-stay-at-sunderland-despite-chelsea-interest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Celtic boss Postecoglou takes over at Ronaldo's Al-Nassr]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou is appointed as head coach of Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League - where he will manage Cristiano Ronaldo.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/former-celtic-boss-postecoglou-takes-over-at-ronaldos-al-nassr/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 19:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/former-celtic-boss-postecoglou-takes-over-at-ronaldos-al-nassr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Spurs boss Postecoglou takes over at Ronaldo's Al-Nassr]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou is appointed as head coach of Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League - where he will manage Cristiano Ronaldo.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ex-spurs-boss-postecoglou-takes-over-at-ronaldos-al-nassr/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 19:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ex-spurs-boss-postecoglou-takes-over-at-ronaldos-al-nassr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The friends who drove from Ghana to the World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Six fans of the Black Stars are living proof of how football can drive supporters to extreme lengths to follow their team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-friends-who-drove-from-ghana-to-the-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 19:11:00 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Mexico.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-to-turn-bbc-sport-alerts-on-or-off-for-england-v-mexico/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 17:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-to-turn-bbc-sport-alerts-on-or-off-for-england-v-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Listen: Can Simoball survive Premiership? St Johnstone season preview]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saints are back. Can Simoball, new signings and Toby Steward keep them up?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/listen-can-simoball-survive-premiership-st-johnstone-season-preview/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/listen-can-simoball-survive-premiership-st-johnstone-season-preview/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What might Robinson's Aberdeen look like this season?]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Stephen Robinson gets set for his first full season as Aberdeen head coach, BBC Sport Scotland assesses what his side might look like.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-might-robinsons-aberdeen-look-like-this-season/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-might-robinsons-aberdeen-look-like-this-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Utd's Onana rejoins Trabzonspor on loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana rejoins Turkish side Trabzonspor on loan for the 2026-27 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-utds-onana-rejoins-trabzonspor-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-utds-onana-rejoins-trabzonspor-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Denmark defender Thomsen signs two-year London City deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[London City Lionesses sign Denmark international defender Janni Thomsen from Utah Royals FC.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/denmark-defender-thomsen-signs-two-year-london-city-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/denmark-defender-thomsen-signs-two-year-london-city-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who has your Premiership club brought in &amp; let go? - Summer 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Your one-stop shop for all the ins and outs in the Scottish Premiership during the2026 summer transfer window.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-has-your-premiership-club-brought-in-amp-let-go-summer-2026/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-has-your-premiership-club-brought-in-amp-let-go-summer-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Slot, Nuno and Kelleher pay heartfelt tributes to 'wonderful' Jota]]></title><description><![CDATA[On the first anniversary of Diogo Jota's death, Caoimhin Kelleher, Arne Slot, Nuno Espirito Santo, Conor Coady and Paulo Goncalves share their memories of the former Liverpool and Wolves forward.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/slot-nuno-and-kelleher-pay-heartfelt-tributes-to-wonderful-jota/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/slot-nuno-and-kelleher-pay-heartfelt-tributes-to-wonderful-jota/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WSL newcomers Crystal Palace agree deal for Enge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Women's Super League newcomers Crystal Palace are set to sign midfielder Sierra Enge from French side Strasbourg.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/wsl-newcomers-crystal-palace-agree-deal-for-enge/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/wsl-newcomers-crystal-palace-agree-deal-for-enge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mexico's unlikely hero who England could fear most]]></title><description><![CDATA[Julian Quinones' path to being a Mexican hero has been unorthodox - and he will hope to become a legend against England on Monday morning.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mexicos-unlikely-hero-who-england-could-fear-most/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mexicos-unlikely-hero-who-england-could-fear-most/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England fan tickets for Mexico on resale for up to £26K]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tickets originally bought by England fans for the World Cup last-16 game against Mexico are relisted for thousands of pounds on Fifa's official resale portal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-fan-tickets-for-mexico-on-resale-for-up-to-26k/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-fan-tickets-for-mexico-on-resale-for-up-to-26k/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina v Cape Verde: Breaking down biggest World Cup knockout mismatch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi versus Vozinha. 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Kielland joined Norwegian side Brann in 2023. During her time there, she helped the club reach the quarter-finals of the Women's Champions League, playing in 12 matches and scoring four goals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/aston-villa-sign-norway-midfielder-kielland/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/aston-villa-sign-norway-midfielder-kielland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Napoli appoint Allegri as Conte's successor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Napoli appoint former AC Milan and Juventus boss Massimiliano Allegri as head coach on a three-year contract following Antonio Conte&rsquo;s departure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/napoli-appoint-allegri-as-contes-successor/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/napoli-appoint-allegri-as-contes-successor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cremers leaves Wales role as key Bellamy assistant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Piet Cremers quits his position as Wales men's assistant coach, leaving boss Craig Bellamy without one of his key backroom staff.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/cremers-leaves-wales-role-as-key-bellamy-assistant/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/cremers-leaves-wales-role-as-key-bellamy-assistant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Real Madrid have 'no intention' of signing Fernandez]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid say they have "no intention" of trying to sign Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/real-madrid-have-no-intention-of-signing-fernandez/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/real-madrid-have-no-intention-of-signing-fernandez/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Utd ready for Baleba move - Friday gossip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United want Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba, Arsenal are keen on Aston Villa favourite Ezri Konsa and Bruno Guimaraes, and is Mason Greenwood heading to Madrid?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-utd-ready-for-baleba-move-friday-gossip/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-utd-ready-for-baleba-move-friday-gossip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mahrez retires from Algeria duty after World Cup exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez announces his retirement from international football after the Desert Foxes&rsquo; 2-0 defeat by Switzerland in the World Cup round of 32.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mahrez-retires-from-algeria-duty-after-world-cup-exit/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mahrez-retires-from-algeria-duty-after-world-cup-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bournemouth agree £25.7m deal for Elche striker Rodriguez]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bournemouth enter talks for Elche striker Alvaro Rodriguez for an initial fee of &pound;21.4m, rising to &pound;25.7m with add-ons.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bournemouth-agree-257m-deal-for-elche-striker-rodriguez/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bournemouth-agree-257m-deal-for-elche-striker-rodriguez/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup: David Villa on Spain, Messi &amp; 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as Celtic are said to have tabled an offer for Las Palmas goalkeeper Dinko Horkas, while there's also news from Aberdeen, Dundee United, Hibernian, Heart of Midlothian, Motherwell, St Mirren and St Johnstone.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/rangers-linked-with-partizan-captain-dragojevi-gossip/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 08:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/rangers-linked-with-partizan-captain-dragojevi-gossip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 26]]></title><description><![CDATA[Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-am-i-guess-world-cup-star-no-26/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-am-i-guess-world-cup-star-no-26/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England into last 16 - what is their path to the final?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport takes a look at what England will need to do to reach the final after progressing the last 16]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-into-last-16-what-is-their-path-to-the-final/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-into-last-16-what-is-their-path-to-the-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Huge 'Snicko' VAR call prolongs Ronaldo's last dance but ends Modric's]]></title><description><![CDATA[Veteran forward Cristiano Ronaldo gets another day on the World Cup stage after Croatia are denied a late equaliser by a huge VAR call.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/huge-snicko-var-call-prolongs-ronaldos-last-dance-but-ends-modrics/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 06:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/huge-snicko-var-call-prolongs-ronaldos-last-dance-but-ends-modrics/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Portugal through to last 16 after dramatic victory over Croatia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Portugal beat Croatia 2-1 with goals from Cristiano Ronaldo and Goncalo Ramos after a chaotic second-half in Toronto to set up a last 16 tie with Iberian rivals Spain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/portugal-through-to-last-16-after-dramatic-victory-over-croatia/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 04:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/portugal-through-to-last-16-after-dramatic-victory-over-croatia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Victorious Portugal pay emotional tribute to Jota]]></title><description><![CDATA[One year after his death, Portugal are using Diogo Jota's memory to help inspire them at the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/victorious-portugal-pay-emotional-tribute-to-jota/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 04:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/victorious-portugal-pay-emotional-tribute-to-jota/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Late VAR drama as Croatia denied equaliser]]></title><description><![CDATA[Josko Gvardiol's stoppage-time goal is ruled out for offside after a VAR review, denying Croatia an equaliser against Portugal in their World Cup knockout match in Toronto.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/late-var-drama-as-croatia-denied-equaliser/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 03:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/late-var-drama-as-croatia-denied-equaliser/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ronaldo levels from penalty spot for Portugal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo draws his side level from the penalty spot against Croatia during their round of 32 game in Toronto.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ronaldo-levels-from-penalty-spot-for-portugal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 03:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ronaldo-levels-from-penalty-spot-for-portugal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ronaldo has equaliser ruled out for offside]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo has an equalising goal ruled out for offside during Portugal's round of 32 game with Croatia in Toronto.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ronaldo-has-equaliser-ruled-out-for-offside/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 02:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ronaldo-has-equaliser-ruled-out-for-offside/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The one club man who is Spain's under-the-radar hero]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mikel Oyarzabal is perhaps not the biggest name in Spain's World Cup squad, but the one who has so far shone brightest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-one-club-man-who-is-spains-under-the-radar-hero/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 00:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-one-club-man-who-is-spains-under-the-radar-hero/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England, France &amp; Spain v Portugal on BBC in last 16]]></title><description><![CDATA[England's meeting with Mexico is one of four World Cup last-16 matches to be broadcast live on BBC One, BBC iPlayer and across BBC Sport.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-france-amp-spain-v-portugal-on-bbc-in-last-16/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 00:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-france-amp-spain-v-portugal-on-bbc-in-last-16/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oyarzabal scores twice as Spain cruise past Austria]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mikel Oyarzabal scores in each half to help Spain beat Austria 3-0 in their World Cup last-32 match in Los Angeles.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/oyarzabal-scores-twice-as-spain-cruise-past-austria/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 23:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/oyarzabal-scores-twice-as-spain-cruise-past-austria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Premier League goalkeepers will be throwing food at TV']]></title><description><![CDATA[Joe Hart analyses the decision to rule out Marc Cucurella's goal against Austria for a foul on Austrian goalkeeper Alexander Schlager during their last-32 game in Los Angeles, with Hart believing the decision was soft.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/premier-league-goalkeepers-will-be-throwing-food-at-tv/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 23:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/premier-league-goalkeepers-will-be-throwing-food-at-tv/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pubs allowed to stay open until 5am on Monday for England Mexico match]]></title><description><![CDATA[The government had initially said it would not relax licensing laws further for the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/pubs-allowed-to-stay-open-until-5am-on-monday-for-england-mexico-match/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 22:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/pubs-allowed-to-stay-open-until-5am-on-monday-for-england-mexico-match/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['He ended up in Preston!' - Murphy gives update on Bob the cat]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC commentator Danny Murphy provides an update on the fate of his cat Bob.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/he-ended-up-in-preston-murphy-gives-update-on-bob-the-cat/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 22:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/he-ended-up-in-preston-murphy-gives-update-on-bob-the-cat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boycott of Israel games would cause 'significant and lasting harm' - FAI]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Football Association of Ireland says any boycott of the Republic of Ireland's Nations League games against Israel in the autumn would have potentially extensive repercussions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/boycott-of-israel-games-would-cause-significant-and-lasting-harm-fai/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 22:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/boycott-of-israel-games-would-cause-significant-and-lasting-harm-fai/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Spain are furious' - Cucurella has goal ruled out]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marc Cucurella sees his goal ruled out for a foul on Austrian goalkeeper Alexander Schlager during their round of 32 game in Los Angeles.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/spain-are-furious-cucurella-has-goal-ruled-out/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 22:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/spain-are-furious-cucurella-has-goal-ruled-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['He's been really good' - Oyarzabal nets twice for Spain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mikel Oyarzabal scores twice for Spain as they beat Austria 3-0 in Los Angeles to advance to the last 16.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/hes-been-really-good-oyarzabal-nets-twice-for-spain/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 22:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/hes-been-really-good-oyarzabal-nets-twice-for-spain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Secret location &amp; sleep devices: England bid to combat noisy Mexico fans]]></title><description><![CDATA[England are taking precautions to ensure boisterous locals do not disrupt their preparations in Mexico.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/secret-location-amp-sleep-devices-england-bid-to-combat-noisy-mexico-fans/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/secret-location-amp-sleep-devices-england-bid-to-combat-noisy-mexico-fans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maddy Cusack's coach her 'nemesis', mum tells inquest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cusack would still be alive if the coach of the women's team had not been employed, her mother says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/maddy-cusacks-coach-her-nemesis-mum-tells-inquest/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 19:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/maddy-cusacks-coach-her-nemesis-mum-tells-inquest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The growing appeal of Scottish Premiership talent]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Scotland looks at the reasons why Scottish top-flight players could be becoming more attractive propositions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-growing-appeal-of-scottish-premiership-talent/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 19:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-growing-appeal-of-scottish-premiership-talent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FGR team closure 'sends message women not valued']]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Forest Green Rovers women's captain Hattie Jones says the closure of the team suggests female football is not valued.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fgr-team-closure-sends-message-women-not-valued/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fgr-team-closure-sends-message-women-not-valued/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Spurs' statement spending appears set to continue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham are set to break their record transfer for the second time in a matter of days with the club's impressive performance off the field allowing greater flexibility for investment into the first-team squad.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-spurs-statement-spending-appears-set-to-continue/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-spurs-statement-spending-appears-set-to-continue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[McInnes biggest factor in McCrorie's Rangers return]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ross McCrorie is adamant Derek McInnes has the qualities to be a success at Rangers, saying the manager was the number one reason he turned down offers to remain in England for a return to Ibrox.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mcinnes-biggest-factor-in-mccrories-rangers-return/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mcinnes-biggest-factor-in-mccrories-rangers-return/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why are Man City breaking the bank for Anderson?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Elliot Anderson will become the most expensive British player, but why are Manchester City prepared to pay a record fee to sign the midfielder?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-are-man-city-breaking-the-bank-for-anderson/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-are-man-city-breaking-the-bank-for-anderson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England have 'big concerns' - so who would you pick to face Mexico?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Who should play at right-back? Does Anthony Gordon deserve to start? Select and share your England team to face Mexico.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-have-big-concerns-so-who-would-you-pick-to-face-mexico/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-have-big-concerns-so-who-would-you-pick-to-face-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The World Cup's free agents looking for their next move]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fourteen players still at the World Cup have no club to return to once the tournament is over.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-world-cups-free-agents-looking-for-their-next-move/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-world-cups-free-agents-looking-for-their-next-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First Afcon, now World Cup - Senegal trapped in 'football hell']]></title><description><![CDATA[Senegal's nightmarish year continues, with a heart-breaking collapse against Belgium featuring late penalty drama which was remarkably similar to events in this year's chaotic Afcon final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/first-afcon-now-world-cup-senegal-trapped-in-football-hell/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/first-afcon-now-world-cup-senegal-trapped-in-football-hell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bronze renews contract with Chelsea until 2027]]></title><description><![CDATA[England international Lucy Bronze has signed a contract extension with Chelsea until 2027.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bronze-renews-contract-with-chelsea-until-2027/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 13:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bronze-renews-contract-with-chelsea-until-2027/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who has been eliminated from the World Cup?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team lists the full set of nations who have been eliminated from the 2026 World Cup so far]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-has-been-eliminated-from-the-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 13:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-has-been-eliminated-from-the-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USA march on but will Balogun red card prove costly?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mauricio Pochettino's USA side set up a World Cup last-16 meeting with Belgium, but how costly will forward Folarin Balogun's red card prove?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/usa-march-on-but-will-balogun-red-card-prove-costly/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/usa-march-on-but-will-balogun-red-card-prove-costly/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What you need to know about England's last-16 opponents Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[England will face Mexico in the World Cup round of 16. Here is what you need to know about them.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-you-need-to-know-about-englands-last-16-opponents-mexico/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 01:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-you-need-to-know-about-englands-last-16-opponents-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All the angles of Kane's brilliant winner]]></title><description><![CDATA[All the angles of Harry Kane's winning goal against DR Congo for England in their round of 32 game in Atlanta.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/all-the-angles-of-kanes-brilliant-winner/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 22:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/all-the-angles-of-kanes-brilliant-winner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kane scores twice as England come from behind to reach last 16]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harry Kane scores twice as England come from behind to beat DR Congo in a tense World Cup encounter in Atlanta, and set up a last-16 meeting with Mexico.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/kane-scores-twice-as-england-come-from-behind-to-reach-last-16/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/kane-scores-twice-as-england-come-from-behind-to-reach-last-16/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Should teams bring on players just for penalty shootouts?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks at the numbers behind late substitutes taking penalties in shootouts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/should-teams-bring-on-players-just-for-penalty-shootouts/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/should-teams-bring-on-players-just-for-penalty-shootouts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kane will sign new Bayern deal - Tuesday's gossip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harry Kane will extend his Bayern Munich contract, Manchester City plan major rebuild, while Rayo Vallecano left-back Pep Chavarria is a target for Chelsea.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/kane-will-sign-new-bayern-deal-tuesdays-gossip/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/kane-will-sign-new-bayern-deal-tuesdays-gossip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[45 minutes from Brazil 'humiliation' - but 'Crafty Carlo' does it again]]></title><description><![CDATA[Half-time in Houston and Brazil's players trudged off facing another early World Cup exit. But we should have known better than to doubt Carlo Ancelotti.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/45-minutes-from-brazil-humiliation-but-crafty-carlo-does-it-again/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/45-minutes-from-brazil-humiliation-but-crafty-carlo-does-it-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['They needed that' - Havertz levels for Germany with header]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kai Havertz equalises for Germany against Paraquay in their last-32 tie.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/they-needed-that-havertz-levels-for-germany-with-header/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/they-needed-that-havertz-levels-for-germany-with-header/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['That might just wake Germany up' - Paraguay take shock lead through Enciso]]></title><description><![CDATA[Julio Enciso gives Paraguay the lead as they look to upset the odds by defeating Germany in the round of 32.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/that-might-just-wake-germany-up-paraguay-take-shock-lead-through-enciso/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 23:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/that-might-just-wake-germany-up-paraguay-take-shock-lead-through-enciso/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lewandowski joins MLS side Chicago Fire until 2028]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski joins Major League Soccer side Chicago Fire on a two-year deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/lewandowski-joins-mls-side-chicago-fire-until-2028/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 22:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/lewandowski-joins-mls-side-chicago-fire-until-2028/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bournemouth reject Arsenal interest in Scott]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bournemouth reject an enquiry from Arsenal for Alex Scott and say the midfielder is not for sale this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bournemouth-reject-arsenal-interest-in-scott/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 22:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bournemouth-reject-arsenal-interest-in-scott/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martinelli scores stoppage-time winner to send Brazil through to last 16]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gabriel Martinelli scores a dramatic 95th-minute winner with Brazil coming from behind to beat Japan, set up a World Cup last-16 tie against Norway or Ivory Coast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/martinelli-scores-stoppage-time-winner-to-send-brazil-through-to-last-16/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/martinelli-scores-stoppage-time-winner-to-send-brazil-through-to-last-16/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martinelli scores late winner to send Brazil through]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gabriel Martinelli scores in the 96 minute to knock out Japan, and send Brazil into the round of 16.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/martinelli-scores-late-winner-to-send-brazil-through/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/martinelli-scores-late-winner-to-send-brazil-through/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Casemiro equalises for Brazil with powerful header]]></title><description><![CDATA[Casemiro heads in Brazil's equaliser against Japan in Houston after a brilliant cross by Gabriel during their round of 32 encounter.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/casemiro-equalises-for-brazil-with-powerful-header/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/casemiro-equalises-for-brazil-with-powerful-header/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Brilliant finish' - but should Sano have been on the pitch?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kaishu Sano gives Japan the lead over Brazil moments after escaping a second yellow card for a challenge on Matheus Cunha during their round of 32 game in Houston.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/brilliant-finish-but-should-sano-have-been-on-the-pitch/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/brilliant-finish-but-should-sano-have-been-on-the-pitch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Liverpool target Diomande would prefer to join PSG]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool target Yan Diomande would prefer to join Paris St-Germain, as the French club aim to agree a deal with RB Leipzig for the Ivory Coast winger.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/liverpool-target-diomande-would-prefer-to-join-psg/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/liverpool-target-diomande-would-prefer-to-join-psg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sheff Utd's Cusack feared mental health stigma - inquest]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former Sheffield United player had feared being ridiculed and stigmatised, her inquest hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/sheff-utds-cusack-feared-mental-health-stigma-inquest/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/sheff-utds-cusack-feared-mental-health-stigma-inquest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Middlesbrough's Hackney set for Everton move]]></title><description><![CDATA[Everton are close to agreeing a deal to sign Middlesbrough's highly-rated midfielder Hayden Hackney.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/middlesbroughs-hackney-set-for-everton-move/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/middlesbroughs-hackney-set-for-everton-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Maresca? What Man City fans can expect from Guardiola's successor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pep Guardiola passes the baton on to Enzo Maresca, but why have Manchester City chosen the Italian as the Spaniard's replacement?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-maresca-what-man-city-fans-can-expect-from-guardiolas-successor/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-maresca-what-man-city-fans-can-expect-from-guardiolas-successor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maresca to pay Chelsea compensation - but why?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enzo Maresca signs three-year Manchester City deal after agreeing to pay compensation to former club Chelsea.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/maresca-to-pay-chelsea-compensation-but-why/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 17:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/maresca-to-pay-chelsea-compensation-but-why/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welsh football bosses reveal £150m cost to improve facilities]]></title><description><![CDATA[Football officials say it will cost &pound;150m to deliver the facilities the game needs across Wales amid a surge in participation figures across the country.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/welsh-football-bosses-reveal-150m-cost-to-improve-facilities/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 17:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/welsh-football-bosses-reveal-150m-cost-to-improve-facilities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Burnley fail with Edwards approach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rob Edwards turns down an approach from Burnley, leaving the Clarets still looking for a new manager.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/burnley-fail-with-edwards-approach/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/burnley-fail-with-edwards-approach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harsh reality behind Scotland fans' calls for Moyes &amp; Postecoglou]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some Scotland fans are dreaming of David Moyes or Ange Postecoglou replacing Steve Clarke, but could either man be a realistic prospect?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/harsh-reality-behind-scotland-fans-calls-for-moyes-amp-postecoglou/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/harsh-reality-behind-scotland-fans-calls-for-moyes-amp-postecoglou/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kerr joins NWSL side Gotham FC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Australian international Sam Kerr has joined Gotham FC on a four-year deal following her departure from Chelsea.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/kerr-joins-nwsl-side-gotham-fc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/kerr-joins-nwsl-side-gotham-fc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Africa's World Cup success leaves Asia looking for answers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026 World Cup has been an amazing story for African football - while Asia has been left to reflect on failure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/africas-world-cup-success-leaves-asia-looking-for-answers/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/africas-world-cup-success-leaves-asia-looking-for-answers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup exit leaves South Korean football in crisis]]></title><description><![CDATA[After crashing out of the World Cup, BBC Sport investigates the rise and fall of South Korean football.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-exit-leaves-south-korean-football-in-crisis/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-exit-leaves-south-korean-football-in-crisis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Big brother' Van Dijk key to Dutch World Cup dreams]]></title><description><![CDATA[France's World Cup winner Olivier Giroud explains why Netherlands defender Virgil van Dijk is still the main man for his national team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/big-brother-van-dijk-key-to-dutch-world-cup-dreams/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/big-brother-van-dijk-key-to-dutch-world-cup-dreams/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Tuchel is still searching for solutions out wide - Shearer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England captain Alan Shearer explains why there are lots of reasons to be positive about the Three Lions at this World Cup, but having a settled side is not one of them.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-tuchel-is-still-searching-for-solutions-out-wide-shearer/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-tuchel-is-still-searching-for-solutions-out-wide-shearer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup quiz: How well do you know the group stage in numbers?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The biggest ever group stage at a World Cup is over - test yourself on the numbers of the first round of games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-quiz-how-well-do-you-know-the-group-stage-in-numbers/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-quiz-how-well-do-you-know-the-group-stage-in-numbers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Move over Messi and Ronaldo - the new generation shining at World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport looks at five young players who are making a big impression on the same World Cup stage as veterans Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/move-over-messi-and-ronaldo-the-new-generation-shining-at-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/move-over-messi-and-ronaldo-the-new-generation-shining-at-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Netherlands v Morocco is more than just a match]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morocco&rsquo;s World Cup meeting with the Netherlands tells a story about migration, identity and the battle for Dutch-born talent.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-netherlands-v-morocco-is-more-than-just-a-match/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-netherlands-v-morocco-is-more-than-just-a-match/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Everton defender Godfrey joins Rangers on loan from Atalanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Everton defender Ben Godfrey is determined to help Rangers "achieve what it deserves" after signing on loan from Atalanta.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ex-everton-defender-godfrey-joins-rangers-on-loan-from-atalanta/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ex-everton-defender-godfrey-joins-rangers-on-loan-from-atalanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Clarke says standing down 'easy' decision after World Cup exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Steve Clarke says it was an easy decision to step down as Scotland head coach because he always planned to depart if they did not reach the knockout stage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/clarke-says-standing-down-easy-decision-after-world-cup-exit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/clarke-says-standing-down-easy-decision-after-world-cup-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Football triplets make historic debut for Guernsey]]></title><description><![CDATA[A set of 16-year-old triplets make their debut for Guernsey as the island side finishes third in the Cherry Godfrey Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/football-triplets-make-historic-debut-for-guernsey/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/football-triplets-make-historic-debut-for-guernsey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Korea football coach quits as president calls for probe into World Cup loss]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Korea was eliminated after missing out on a spot among the eight best third-placed teams.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/south-korea-football-coach-quits-as-president-calls-for-probe-into-world-cup-loss/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/south-korea-football-coach-quits-as-president-calls-for-probe-into-world-cup-loss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Ferguson to assess Bologna future' - gossip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland's Lewis Ferguson reportedly told Bologna he will assess his future after the World Cup, while Wolfsburg are said to be closing in on Celtic-linked goalkeeper Tjark Ernst.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ferguson-to-assess-bologna-future-gossip/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ferguson-to-assess-bologna-future-gossip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pampered, protected &amp; primed - so why didn't Scotland players perform?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland's players got everything they asked for at this World Cup. So why did they not perform on the pitch in the US?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/pampered-protected-amp-primed-so-why-didnt-scotland-players-perform/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/pampered-protected-amp-primed-so-why-didnt-scotland-players-perform/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 22]]></title><description><![CDATA[Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-am-i-guess-world-cup-star-no-22/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-am-i-guess-world-cup-star-no-22/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Great stories, little jeopardy - does the new World Cup format work?]]></title><description><![CDATA[New format, new teams and fascinating storylines. But did the new World Cup group stage really work?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/great-stories-little-jeopardy-does-the-new-world-cup-format-work/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/great-stories-little-jeopardy-does-the-new-world-cup-format-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['You are Canadian heroes' - the forgotten hosts making World Cup history]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canada are making history at this World Cup with a run that is likely to change the face of football in the country forever.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/you-are-canadian-heroes-the-forgotten-hosts-making-world-cup-history/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 02:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/you-are-canadian-heroes-the-forgotten-hosts-making-world-cup-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eustaquio scores in injury-time to take Canada through to the last 16]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stephen Eustaquio scores the only goal of the match against South Africa as Canada progresses to the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/eustaquio-scores-in-injury-time-to-take-canada-through-to-the-last-16/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 23:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/eustaquio-scores-in-injury-time-to-take-canada-through-to-the-last-16/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Conspiracy or chaos? Algeria &amp; Austria defend 'unexpected' draw]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 'Disgrace of Gijon' - an infamous match at the 1982 World Cup in Spain - has followed Austria and Algeria for 44 years. Did history repeat itself in Algeria's 3-3 draw with Austria on Sunday?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/conspiracy-or-chaos-algeria-amp-austria-defend-unexpected-draw/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 23:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/conspiracy-or-chaos-algeria-amp-austria-defend-unexpected-draw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BBC Sport expert Sutton predicts World Cup's last-32 matches]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport's football expert Chris Sutton gives his predictions for the last-32 ties at the 2026 World Cup, including England against DR Congo.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bbc-sport-expert-sutton-predicts-world-cups-last-32-matches/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 21:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bbc-sport-expert-sutton-predicts-world-cups-last-32-matches/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ugarte has 'most serious injury footballer can face']]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United have confirmed that midfielder Manuel Ugarte suffered knee ligament damage during Uruguay's World Cup defeat by Spain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ugarte-has-most-serious-injury-footballer-can-face/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 19:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ugarte-has-most-serious-injury-footballer-can-face/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Bellingham became Tuchel's most important player]]></title><description><![CDATA[His starting place was the subject of much debate in Thomas Tuchel's England team, but Jude Bellingham has become integral to the manager's style of play.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-bellingham-became-tuchels-most-important-player/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 15:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-bellingham-became-tuchels-most-important-player/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crystal Palace and Sunderland top Premier League World Cup goals chart]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crystal Palace and Sunderland lead the Premier League&rsquo;s World Cup scoring charts after the 2026 group stage, ahead of Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/crystal-palace-and-sunderland-top-premier-league-world-cup-goals-chart/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 11:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/crystal-palace-and-sunderland-top-premier-league-world-cup-goals-chart/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to win a World Cup penalty shootout]]></title><description><![CDATA[We have a look at what can be learned from every World Cup penalty taken in a shootout ever.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-to-win-a-world-cup-penalty-shootout/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 11:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-to-win-a-world-cup-penalty-shootout/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best team, moments, matches and players of World Cup group stage]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the World Cup group stages come to an end, BBC Sport reporters pick their highlights so far.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/best-team-moments-matches-and-players-of-world-cup-group-stage/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 10:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/best-team-moments-matches-and-players-of-world-cup-group-stage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big names, dark horses and subplots - reasons to watch each last 32 tie]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport shows why you should be interested in all of the World Cup's last-32 ties.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/big-names-dark-horses-and-subplots-reasons-to-watch-each-last-32-tie/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 08:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/big-names-dark-horses-and-subplots-reasons-to-watch-each-last-32-tie/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Knockouts are here - what is England's path to the final?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport takes a look at what England will need to do to reach the final after qualifying for the knockout stages.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/knockouts-are-here-what-is-englands-path-to-the-final/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 07:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/knockouts-are-here-what-is-englands-path-to-the-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Austria score dramatic late equaliser against Algeria as both progress]]></title><description><![CDATA[Algeria and Austria produce an incredible finish to their Group J meeting, with both teams scoring in injury time to secure the point they need to reach the World Cup knockout stages - and send home Iran.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/austria-score-dramatic-late-equaliser-against-algeria-as-both-progress/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 07:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/austria-score-dramatic-late-equaliser-against-algeria-as-both-progress/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England last-32 tie on BBC - see full schedule]]></title><description><![CDATA[England's World Cup last-32 game against DR Congo will be shown live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, with all 16 first knockout round ties covered across BBC Sport.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-last-32-tie-on-bbc-see-full-schedule/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-last-32-tie-on-bbc-see-full-schedule/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Algeria and Austria both qualify for last 32 after dramatic injury-time goals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Algeria and Austria each score injury-time goals in a 3-3 draw, a result which sees both sides qualify from Group J and into the last 32 of the FIFA World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/algeria-and-austria-both-qualify-for-last-32-after-dramatic-injury-time-goals/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/algeria-and-austria-both-qualify-for-last-32-after-dramatic-injury-time-goals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi comes off the bench to score as Argentina beat Jordan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi comes off the bench to become the first player in FIFA World Cup history to score in seven consecutive matches, as Argentina defeat Jordan 3-1 in their final game in Group J.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/messi-comes-off-the-bench-to-score-as-argentina-beat-jordan/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 06:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/messi-comes-off-the-bench-to-score-as-argentina-beat-jordan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maestro Messi scores again and breaks another record in the process]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi comes off the bench to score his sixth goal of the 2026 World Cup as Argentina beat Jordan 3-1 in Dallas and becomes the first player to score in seven World Cup games in a row.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/maestro-messi-scores-again-and-breaks-another-record-in-the-process/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 06:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/maestro-messi-scores-again-and-breaks-another-record-in-the-process/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Bye-bye, Scotland' - Clarke's leaving letter to Tartan Army]]></title><description><![CDATA[Steve Clarke's letter to the Scotland fans in full following his departure as head coach.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bye-bye-scotland-clarkes-leaving-letter-to-tartan-army/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 02:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bye-bye-scotland-clarkes-leaving-letter-to-tartan-army/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England labour past Panama to qualify for last 32 as group winners]]></title><description><![CDATA[Goals from Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane help England secure a 2-0 win over Panama, as Thomas Tuchel's side qualify for the World Cup last 32 as winners of Group L.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-labour-past-panama-to-qualify-for-last-32-as-group-winners/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 01:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-labour-past-panama-to-qualify-for-last-32-as-group-winners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Huge relief' - Bellingham puts England ahead against Panama]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jude Bellingham does enough to get just ahead of his defender and poke the ball home from Bukayo's Saka corner and put England ahead against Panama.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/huge-relief-bellingham-puts-england-ahead-against-panama/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 00:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/huge-relief-bellingham-puts-england-ahead-against-panama/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are Celtic reacting quickly enough to 'wake-up call'?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Have Celtic learned lessons from last season as Martin O'Neill sounds "wake-up call" warning?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/are-celtic-reacting-quickly-enough-to-wake-up-call/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/are-celtic-reacting-quickly-enough-to-wake-up-call/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is the World Cup prize money?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our Ask Me Anything team break down the prize money on offer at the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-is-the-world-cup-prize-money/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 23:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-is-the-world-cup-prize-money/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Graham agrees permanent deal with Ipswich Women]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ipswich Town Women sign forward Kit Graham on a two-year contract following a successful loan from Tottenham last season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/graham-agrees-permanent-deal-with-ipswich-women/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/graham-agrees-permanent-deal-with-ipswich-women/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pattinson signs new deal with London City Lionesses]]></title><description><![CDATA[London City Lionesses has announced England defender Poppy Pattinson has extended her contract until summer 2029.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/pattinson-signs-new-deal-with-london-city-lionesses/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/pattinson-signs-new-deal-with-london-city-lionesses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How are the TV picks decided for the World Cup's round of 32?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains the complexities behind television selections for the 2026 World Cup's round of 32 fixtures]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-are-the-tv-picks-decided-for-the-world-cups-round-of-32/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-are-the-tv-picks-decided-for-the-world-cups-round-of-32/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why are World Cup underdogs doing so well?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Are the surprise results achieved by lower-ranked teams in the World Cup a matter of luck - or clever planning and execution?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-are-world-cup-underdogs-doing-so-well/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-are-world-cup-underdogs-doing-so-well/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is five-match ban for Qatar's Madibo excessive?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our Ask Me Anything team look at whether Madibo's punishment for his challenge on Kone was proportionate.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/is-five-match-ban-for-qatars-madibo-excessive/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/is-five-match-ban-for-qatars-madibo-excessive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Double Ballon d'Or winner Putellas to join London City Lionesses]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two-time Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas decides to move to London City Lionesses after leaving Barcelona.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/double-ballon-dor-winner-putellas-to-join-london-city-lionesses/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/double-ballon-dor-winner-putellas-to-join-london-city-lionesses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tottenham sign former Arsenal midfielder Pelova]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham confirm the signing of Netherlands midfielder Victoria Pelova following her exit from Arsenal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tottenham-sign-former-arsenal-midfielder-pelova/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tottenham-sign-former-arsenal-midfielder-pelova/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Hearts boss Vrancken ready to challenge Old Firm]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hearts appoint former Genk and Sint-Truiden boss Wouter Vrancken as their new head coach a week after Derek McInnes left for Rangers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/new-hearts-boss-vrancken-ready-to-challenge-old-firm/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/new-hearts-boss-vrancken-ready-to-challenge-old-firm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup makes more than enough money - New York mayor Mamdani]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mayor of New York Zohran Mamdani says the World Cup generates "more than enough" income and supporters should not have to pay higher prices.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-makes-more-than-enough-money-new-york-mayor-mamdani/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-makes-more-than-enough-money-new-york-mayor-mamdani/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Holders Luton drawn with Peterborough in EFL Trophy]]></title><description><![CDATA[The draw for the 2026-2027 EFL Trophy is made, with 16 invited Premier League U21 sides joining League One and League Two clubs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/holders-luton-drawn-with-peterborough-in-efl-trophy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/holders-luton-drawn-with-peterborough-in-efl-trophy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bellamy to stay with Wales as Burnley move off]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales manager Craig Bellamy's proposed move to take charge at Championship side Burnley has fallen through.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bellamy-to-stay-with-wales-as-burnley-move-off/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bellamy-to-stay-with-wales-as-burnley-move-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[McCrorie returns to Rangers from Bristol City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ross McCrorie is reuniting with manager Derek McInnes and returning to Rangers after Bristol City accept an undisclosed offer from the Ibrox club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mccrorie-returns-to-rangers-from-bristol-city/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mccrorie-returns-to-rangers-from-bristol-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Dream come true' -  McCrorie returns to Rangers from Bristol City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ross McCrorie is reuniting with manager Derek McInnes and returning to Rangers after Bristol City accept an undisclosed offer from the Ibrox club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/dream-come-true-mccrorie-returns-to-rangers-from-bristol-city/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/dream-come-true-mccrorie-returns-to-rangers-from-bristol-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hincapie completes permanent £34.5m Arsenal move]]></title><description><![CDATA[Defender Piero Hincapie makes his loan move from Bayer Leverkusen to Arsenal permanent.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/hincapie-completes-permanent-345m-arsenal-move/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/hincapie-completes-permanent-345m-arsenal-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who is new Hearts head coach Vrancken?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport Scotland charts the life and career of Belgian head coach Wouter Vrancken, who is taking over at Hearts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-is-new-hearts-head-coach-vrancken/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-is-new-hearts-head-coach-vrancken/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The games that show the flaws in a 48-team World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two matches in the final round of group games present the chance for two teams to simply play out a draw to qualify.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-games-that-show-the-flaws-in-a-48-team-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-games-that-show-the-flaws-in-a-48-team-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Godfrey signs new three-year deal with London City]]></title><description><![CDATA[England international Freya Godfrey has signed a new three-year contract with London City Lionesses.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/godfrey-signs-new-three-year-deal-with-london-city/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/godfrey-signs-new-three-year-deal-with-london-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stay or go home? Tartan Army in limbo as Scotland await fate]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Scotland examines options for the Tartan Army in Miami as Scotland wait to discover if their World Cup adventure will continue or not.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/stay-or-go-home-tartan-army-in-limbo-as-scotland-await-fate/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/stay-or-go-home-tartan-army-in-limbo-as-scotland-await-fate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[York host Bristol Rovers and Rochdale visit Newport]]></title><description><![CDATA[Promoted York City host Bristol Rovers in their first League Two game of the season after a decade away from the EFL.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/york-host-bristol-rovers-and-rochdale-visit-newport/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/york-host-bristol-rovers-and-rochdale-visit-newport/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leicester start League One season at Notts County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester City will start their League One season at promoted Notts County, while Bromley's first-ever match in the division will be at Barnsley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/leicester-start-league-one-season-at-notts-county/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/leicester-start-league-one-season-at-notts-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[League Two fixtures: Your club-by-club guide]]></title><description><![CDATA[The League Two fixtures for the 2026-27 season have been released and here is where you can find links to your team's full fixture list.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/league-two-fixtures-your-club-by-club-guide/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/league-two-fixtures-your-club-by-club-guide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[League One fixtures: Your club-by-club guide]]></title><description><![CDATA[The League One fixtures for the 2026-27 season have been released - find your club's full list here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/league-one-fixtures-your-club-by-club-guide/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/league-one-fixtures-your-club-by-club-guide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship fixtures: Your club-by-club guide]]></title><description><![CDATA[See your Championship club's full fixture list for the forthcoming 2026-27 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/championship-fixtures-your-club-by-club-guide/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/championship-fixtures-your-club-by-club-guide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Burnley and West Ham to meet on first Championship weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Relegated Burnley and West Ham will meet on the opening weekend of the Championship season on Sunday, 16 August.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/burnley-and-west-ham-to-meet-on-first-championship-weekend/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/burnley-and-west-ham-to-meet-on-first-championship-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BBC and Sidemen to host World Cup watchalong]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport and YouTube collective the Sidemen team up for a World Cup watchalong on Thursday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bbc-and-sidemen-to-host-world-cup-watchalong/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bbc-and-sidemen-to-host-world-cup-watchalong/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How brands banned from the World Cup became the story]]></title><description><![CDATA[When we try to suppress something, we often make it more visible - and Fifa is living that in real time with its sponsors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-brands-banned-from-the-world-cup-became-the-story/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-brands-banned-from-the-world-cup-became-the-story/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pochettino has US believing they can be World Cup winners]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mauricio Pochettino has united the USA fans and players in a belief that they are capable of winning the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/pochettino-has-us-believing-they-can-be-world-cup-winners/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/pochettino-has-us-believing-they-can-be-world-cup-winners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[French footballer Kies, 21, dies from drowning]]></title><description><![CDATA[French footballer Kenzo Kies has died at the age of 21 after drowning in the Rhone river.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/french-footballer-kies-21-dies-from-drowning/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/french-footballer-kies-21-dies-from-drowning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Scotland need to reach World Cup knockouts]]></title><description><![CDATA[After their 3-0 defeat by Brazil, BBC Sport looks at what Scotland require to reach the knockout phase.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-scotland-need-to-reach-world-cup-knockouts/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-scotland-need-to-reach-world-cup-knockouts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Gakpo conundrum facing Liverpool]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cody Gakpo is thriving with the Netherlands but increased competition means his Liverpool future is uncertain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-gakpo-conundrum-facing-liverpool/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-gakpo-conundrum-facing-liverpool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup: Kasper Schmeichel on Scotland's chances]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kasper Schmeichel on Scotland's chances and life as a goalkeeper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-kasper-schmeichel-on-scotlands-chances/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-kasper-schmeichel-on-scotlands-chances/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bologna open talks for Rangers' Raskin - gossip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rangers midfielder attracts interest from Italy and England and Scotland goalkeeper could land move to Premier League giants...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bologna-open-talks-for-rangers-raskin-gossip/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bologna-open-talks-for-rangers-raskin-gossip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neymar - the return of Brazil's forgotten hero]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Scotland's Scott Mullen delves into the return of Brazil's Neymar against Scotland.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/neymar-the-return-of-brazils-forgotten-hero/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/neymar-the-return-of-brazils-forgotten-hero/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best World Cup stadium? BBC Sport experts have their say]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport reporters have their say on the best stadium experiences at the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/best-world-cup-stadium-bbc-sport-experts-have-their-say/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/best-world-cup-stadium-bbc-sport-experts-have-their-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 18]]></title><description><![CDATA[Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-am-i-guess-world-cup-star-no-18/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 07:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-am-i-guess-world-cup-star-no-18/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Mixed emotions' as Canada qualify but lose home advantage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Losing their final group game to Switzerland means co-hosts Canada will play no further matches in their home country at this year's World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mixed-emotions-as-canada-qualify-but-lose-home-advantage/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 06:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mixed-emotions-as-canada-qualify-but-lose-home-advantage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mexico beat Czech Republic to maintain 100% winning record]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mexico score three second-half goals to eliminate the Czech Republic from the World Cup and end the group phase with maximum points.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mexico-beat-czech-republic-to-maintain-100-winning-record/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mexico-beat-czech-republic-to-maintain-100-winning-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Africa into round of 32 after win over South Korea]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thapelo Maseko's second-half goal gives South Africa a 1-0 win over South Korea in Monterrey, and sends them into the World Cup knockout phase.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/south-africa-into-round-of-32-after-win-over-south-korea/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/south-africa-into-round-of-32-after-win-over-south-korea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Typical Scotland': Tartan Army give their verdict on Miami match against Brazil]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland's hopes of reaching the knockout stages of the World Cup are in peril after Brazil won 3-0 in Miami.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/typical-scotland-tartan-army-give-their-verdict-on-miami-match-against-brazil/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/typical-scotland-tartan-army-give-their-verdict-on-miami-match-against-brazil/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vinicius Jr stops fun and leaves Scots down... but are they out?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland's party stops at the hands of Brazil in Miami, but might they still find themselves in the last 32?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/vinicius-jr-stops-fun-and-leaves-scots-down-but-are-they-out/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 03:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/vinicius-jr-stops-fun-and-leaves-scots-down-but-are-they-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Think we're going home' - Clarke &amp; McGinn rue Scotland mistakes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland will have to wait until potentially the early hours of Sunday to find out if their World Cup campaign will continue, but midfielder John McGinn suspects that is "unlikely" and head coach Steve Clarke suspects they are "going home".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/think-were-going-home-clarke-amp-mcginn-rue-scotland-mistakes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 02:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/think-were-going-home-clarke-amp-mcginn-rue-scotland-mistakes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland on the brink after defeat by Brazil]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland's hopes of reaching the knockout stages of the World Cup for the first time are in significant peril with calamitous defending allowed Brazil to win 3-0 in Miami and finish top of Group C.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotland-on-the-brink-after-defeat-by-brazil/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 02:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotland-on-the-brink-after-defeat-by-brazil/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morocco progress after victory over Haiti]]></title><description><![CDATA[Soufiane Rahimi and Gessime Yassine score late goals for Morocco to deny Haiti their first-ever World Cup point in Atlanta.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/morocco-progress-after-victory-over-haiti/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 02:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/morocco-progress-after-victory-over-haiti/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What each team need to reach World Cup knockouts]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the final round of group fixtures under way the path to the World Cup final on 19 July is starting to take shape.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-each-team-need-to-reach-world-cup-knockouts/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 02:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-each-team-need-to-reach-world-cup-knockouts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['A phenomenal goal!' Isidor hits incredible strike for Haiti]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wilson Isidor gives Haiti a lead against Morocco with an "extraordinary" World Cup goal at the Atlanta Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/a-phenomenal-goal-isidor-hits-incredible-strike-for-haiti/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 01:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/a-phenomenal-goal-isidor-hits-incredible-strike-for-haiti/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vinicius Jr pounces on Scotland mistake to give Brazil early lead]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brazil forward Vinicius Junior pounces on a mistake by the Scotland defence to give his side an early lead in their World Cup Group C match in Miami.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/vinicius-jr-pounces-on-scotland-mistake-to-give-brazil-early-lead/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/vinicius-jr-pounces-on-scotland-mistake-to-give-brazil-early-lead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who is the African World Cup goalscorer older than Ronaldo and Messi?]]></title><description><![CDATA[While Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi appear to be in a personal battle to rewrite the World Cup record books, there is one landmark that appears beyond them.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-is-the-african-world-cup-goalscorer-older-than-ronaldo-and-messi/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-is-the-african-world-cup-goalscorer-older-than-ronaldo-and-messi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Switzerland beat Canada but both through to last 32]]></title><description><![CDATA[Switzerland seal their place in the first knockout round of the World Cup by beating co-hosts Canada to top Group B.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/switzerland-beat-canada-but-both-through-to-last-32/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 23:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/switzerland-beat-canada-but-both-through-to-last-32/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bosnia boost last-32 hopes after win over Qatar]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bosnia-Herzegovina boost their hopes of reaching the knockout stages in the World Cup for a first ever time defeating Qatar in their final Group B fixture.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bosnia-boost-last-32-hopes-after-win-over-qatar/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 23:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bosnia-boost-last-32-hopes-after-win-over-qatar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland keeper Gunn on Man Utd radar - Thursday's gossip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland goalkeeper Angus Gunn could be a target for Manchester United, while Arsenal continue to pursue Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers and Everton make a move for West Ham captain Jarrod Bowen, plus more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotland-keeper-gunn-on-man-utd-radar-thursdays-gossip/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 23:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotland-keeper-gunn-on-man-utd-radar-thursdays-gossip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[David scores with first touch for Canada]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canada forward Promise David scores with his first touch to give his side hope in their Group B match against Switzerland in Vancouver.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/david-scores-with-first-touch-for-canada/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 23:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/david-scores-with-first-touch-for-canada/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['What a moment!' Alajbegovic scores stunning opener for Bosnia]]></title><description><![CDATA[18-year-old winger Kerim Alajbegovic scores a superb opening goal for Bosnia in their World Cup Group B match against Qatar in Seattle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-a-moment-alajbegovic-scores-stunning-opener-for-bosnia/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 22:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-a-moment-alajbegovic-scores-stunning-opener-for-bosnia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brighton in advanced talks to sign Walti]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brighton are in advanced talks to sign Juventus and Switzerland midfielder Lia Walti.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/brighton-in-advanced-talks-to-sign-walti/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 22:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/brighton-in-advanced-talks-to-sign-walti/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spurs want West Ham's Fernandes after Tonali bid rejected]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Ham value Mateus Fernandes at &pound;80m amid interest from Tottenham, who want a central midfielder this summer and have had a bid rejected for Newcastle's Sandro Tonali.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/spurs-want-west-hams-fernandes-after-tonali-bid-rejected/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 22:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/spurs-want-west-hams-fernandes-after-tonali-bid-rejected/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Belgium going out? Sutton's World Cup 2026 score predictions - final group games]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport's football expert Chris Sutton gives his predictions for the scores of the final set of group games at the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/belgium-going-out-suttons-world-cup-2026-score-predictions-final-group-games/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 20:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/belgium-going-out-suttons-world-cup-2026-score-predictions-final-group-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What we learned from McInnes' Rangers unveiling]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport Scotland lays out what we learned from Derek McInnes' first press conference as Rangers manager.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-we-learned-from-mcinnes-rangers-unveiling/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 19:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-we-learned-from-mcinnes-rangers-unveiling/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England's James and Rice to have fitness assessed]]></title><description><![CDATA[England will assess the fitness of Reece James and Declan Rice before their final World Cup group game against Panama.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/englands-james-and-rice-to-have-fitness-assessed/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/englands-james-and-rice-to-have-fitness-assessed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[As Messi turns 39, how he and Ronaldo keep breaking records]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi, 39, and Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, keep delivering on the world's biggest stage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/as-messi-turns-39-how-he-and-ronaldo-keep-breaking-records/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/as-messi-turns-39-how-he-and-ronaldo-keep-breaking-records/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leeds agree contract with Fulham forward Wilson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leeds agree a long-term contract with Fulham attacker Harry Wilson to join on a free transfer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/leeds-agree-contract-with-fulham-forward-wilson/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/leeds-agree-contract-with-fulham-forward-wilson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuchel's England are opposite to Southgate's - and built to beat top teams]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport's football tactics writer Umir Irfan explains why Thomas Tuchel's England system is built to prosper against the world's top nations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tuchels-england-are-opposite-to-southgates-and-built-to-beat-top-teams/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tuchels-england-are-opposite-to-southgates-and-built-to-beat-top-teams/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Bellingham was not sent off for covering his mouth]]></title><description><![CDATA[England midfielder Jude Bellingham was not shown a red card despite covering his mouth while talking to Ghana's Jordan Ayew.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-bellingham-was-not-sent-off-for-covering-his-mouth/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-bellingham-was-not-sent-off-for-covering-his-mouth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lazio to pay compensation in pregnancy dispute case]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lazio Women have been ordered to pay compensation to former midfielder Maja Gothberg because they unlawfully ended her employment due to pregnancy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/lazio-to-pay-compensation-in-pregnancy-dispute-case/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/lazio-to-pay-compensation-in-pregnancy-dispute-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup's best matches, moments, goals &amp; players so far - ranked]]></title><description><![CDATA[After two rounds of fixtures, BBC Sport ranks the best matches, moments, players and goals of the World Cup so far.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cups-best-matches-moments-goals-amp-players-so-far-ranked/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cups-best-matches-moments-goals-amp-players-so-far-ranked/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colombia qualify for last 32 with win over DR Congo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Daniel Munoz's deflected strike is enough for Colombia to beat DR Congo and secure their place in the 2026 World Cup knockout stage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/colombia-qualify-for-last-32-with-win-over-dr-congo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 06:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/colombia-qualify-for-last-32-with-win-over-dr-congo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quiz: How well do you know birthday boy Messi at World Cups?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina great Lionel Messi turns 39 today and has been lighting up the World Cup this summer, but how well do you know his journey so far?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/quiz-how-well-do-you-know-birthday-boy-messi-at-world-cups/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 04:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/quiz-how-well-do-you-know-birthday-boy-messi-at-world-cups/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Croatia earn narrow win to knock out Panama]]></title><description><![CDATA[Croatia remain in contention for a last-32 spot at the World Cup after earning their first points in Group L with a win over Panama, who are knocked out of the World Cup following the loss.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/croatia-earn-narrow-win-to-knock-out-panama/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 04:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/croatia-earn-narrow-win-to-knock-out-panama/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No need to panic for England - but this was a reality check]]></title><description><![CDATA[England's drab goalless draw with Ghana is no cause to panic - but it does serve as a reality check, writes Phil McNulty.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/no-need-to-panic-for-england-but-this-was-a-reality-check/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 02:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/no-need-to-panic-for-england-but-this-was-a-reality-check/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England held to goalless draw by Ghana]]></title><description><![CDATA[England fail to repeat their performance that overpowered Croatia in their first World Cup game as they are held to a draw by a resolute Ghana at Boston Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-held-to-goalless-draw-by-ghana/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-held-to-goalless-draw-by-ghana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Real sign Schroeder in 'most expensive' women's transfer]]></title><description><![CDATA[BK Hacken teenager Felicia Schroeder has joined Real Madrid in a deal that makes the 19-year-old forward "the most expensive transfer ever in women's football".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/real-sign-schroeder-in-most-expensive-womens-transfer/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/real-sign-schroeder-in-most-expensive-womens-transfer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Durham Women's future saved by local investor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Durham Women's future has been saved by South Shields co-owner Geoff Thompson following an agreement to acquire a majority shareholding in the Women's Super League 2 club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/durham-womens-future-saved-by-local-investor/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/durham-womens-future-saved-by-local-investor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phelan named permanent Everton manager]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scott Phelan has been appointed permanent head coach of Everton Women following an interim period last season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/phelan-named-permanent-everton-manager/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/phelan-named-permanent-everton-manager/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The World Cup stars being targeted by Premier League clubs]]></title><description><![CDATA[The World Cup stars being targeted by Premier League clubs. Who has caught the eye already, and which clubs are focusing on longer-term priorities?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-world-cup-stars-being-targeted-by-premier-league-clubs/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-world-cup-stars-being-targeted-by-premier-league-clubs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Miami romance, Billy Gilmour and a mince and tattie hot dog]]></title><description><![CDATA[Another city. Another ballpark. Another Tartan Army love-in. The warmth towards the Scotland fans during this World Cup burns hotter than the Florida sun.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/miami-romance-billy-gilmour-and-a-mince-and-tattie-hot-dog/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 07:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/miami-romance-billy-gilmour-and-a-mince-and-tattie-hot-dog/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why do some World Cup shirts keep tearing during matches?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Puma shirts have torn four times during the World Cup so far, so what exactly is going on?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-do-some-world-cup-shirts-keep-tearing-during-matches/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-do-some-world-cup-shirts-keep-tearing-during-matches/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Saudi Arabia and Iraq flags are not laid down at World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[The flags of Saudi Arabia and Iraq are not laid on the ground during World Cup pre-match ceremonies because they include religious wording.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-saudi-arabia-and-iraq-flags-are-not-laid-down-at-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-saudi-arabia-and-iraq-flags-are-not-laid-down-at-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is BBC's 3D Live Match Experience and how does it work?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains the unique way of following matches during the 2026 World Cup via the BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-is-bbcs-3d-live-match-experience-and-how-does-it-work/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-is-bbcs-3d-live-match-experience-and-how-does-it-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The beauty of sharing your child's first World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[There is nothing like the first World Cup you can enjoy with your kid - and the wide-eyed wonder through which they see it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-beauty-of-sharing-your-childs-first-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 15:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-beauty-of-sharing-your-childs-first-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Doku criticised over plan to return home for birth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Winger Jeremy Doku is criticised for saying he wants to leave Belgium's World Cup camp to be with his wife when she gives birth to their first child.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/doku-criticised-over-plan-to-return-home-for-birth/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 01:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/doku-criticised-over-plan-to-return-home-for-birth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle reject Spurs bid of about £80m for Tonali]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United reject a bid from Tottenham Hotspur for midfielder Sandro Tonali of about &pound;80m.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/newcastle-reject-spurs-bid-of-about-80m-for-tonali/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 00:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/newcastle-reject-spurs-bid-of-about-80m-for-tonali/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mark Hughes' son Alex dies aged 38]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales legend Mark Hughes says he is "totally heartbroken" after the death of his son Alex aged 38.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mark-hughes-son-alex-dies-aged-38/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 00:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mark-hughes-son-alex-dies-aged-38/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Country music fan Kane leaves Ella Langley gig early to make curfew]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harry Kane and Dan Burn were among the England players at a concert of US country music star Ella Langley, but had to leave early to make their curfew.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/country-music-fan-kane-leaves-ella-langley-gig-early-to-make-curfew/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 00:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/country-music-fan-kane-leaves-ella-langley-gig-early-to-make-curfew/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea weigh up Wirtz move - Sunday's gossip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea considering Florian Wirtz move, Felix Nmecha open to England return and Aston Villa among Nick Woltemade suitors, plus more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/chelsea-weigh-up-wirtz-move-sundays-gossip/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 23:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/chelsea-weigh-up-wirtz-move-sundays-gossip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cooling hoodies help England staff combat World Cup heat]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the England players trained under the searing heat of the Kansas City sun on Saturday, manager Thomas Tuchel took a very different approach to keeping himself cool.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/cooling-hoodies-help-england-staff-combat-world-cup-heat/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 22:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/cooling-hoodies-help-england-staff-combat-world-cup-heat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland expects: What is behind McTominay's understated World Cup?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some are suggesting Scott McTominay has not had the expected impact for Scotland at the World Cup, but is that fair on the Napoli midfielder?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotland-expects-what-is-behind-mctominays-understated-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 22:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotland-expects-what-is-behind-mctominays-understated-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland 0-1 Morocco: Unique angles and behind the scenes]]></title><description><![CDATA[All the unique angles, and everything the TV cameras didn't show you, from Scotland's 1-0 defeat by Morocco at the 2026 World Cup in North America.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotland-0-1-morocco-unique-angles-and-behind-the-scenes/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 21:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotland-0-1-morocco-unique-angles-and-behind-the-scenes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Real Madrid deny contact with Bayern's Olise]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid deny reports linking them with Bayern Munich and France winger Michael Olise.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/real-madrid-deny-contact-with-bayerns-olise/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 21:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/real-madrid-deny-contact-with-bayerns-olise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gakpo fires home the 100th goal of this World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cody Gakpo scores the 100th goal of this World Cup as he his second of the game to put Netherlands 4-0 ahead against Sweden.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/gakpo-fires-home-the-100th-goal-of-this-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 20:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/gakpo-fires-home-the-100th-goal-of-this-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saka trains alone as England prepare for Ghana game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bukayo Saka was the only player not present in group training as England continued their preparations for their second World Cup match against Ghana.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/saka-trains-alone-as-england-prepare-for-ghana-game/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 20:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/saka-trains-alone-as-england-prepare-for-ghana-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brobbey scores twice against Sweden]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brian Brobbey scores twice in the first half in Netherland's World Cup match with Sweden.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/brobbey-scores-twice-against-sweden/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 19:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/brobbey-scores-twice-against-sweden/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How does qualification for the World Cup knockout stage work?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the second round of group-stage matches under way, we assess who can play who in the knockout rounds - and how they can get there.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-does-qualification-for-the-world-cup-knockout-stage-work/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-does-qualification-for-the-world-cup-knockout-stage-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Referee told McGinn penalty denied as ball going out of play]]></title><description><![CDATA[Referee Ilgiz Tantashev told John McGinn he turned down his claim for a penalty against Morocco because the ball was going out of play, the Scotland midfielder's brother, Stephen, says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/referee-told-mcginn-penalty-denied-as-ball-going-out-of-play/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/referee-told-mcginn-penalty-denied-as-ball-going-out-of-play/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boston bounce sends Scotland to Miami with hope and no fear]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland and their fans head to Miami for a World Cup date with destiny after making memories in Boston to last a lifetime.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/boston-bounce-sends-scotland-to-miami-with-hope-and-no-fear/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 16:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/boston-bounce-sends-scotland-to-miami-with-hope-and-no-fear/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Star in the making' - what is Man City's plan for forgotten man Reis?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City are still awaiting the arrival of their new manager but forgotten defender Vitor Reis will be back in the building following his season-long loan spell in La Liga.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/star-in-the-making-what-is-man-citys-plan-for-forgotten-man-reis/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/star-in-the-making-what-is-man-citys-plan-for-forgotten-man-reis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Kane is different at this World Cup - Shearer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England captain Alan Shearer explains what has changed for Harry Kane since his struggles at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-kane-is-different-at-this-world-cup-shearer/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-kane-is-different-at-this-world-cup-shearer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Curacao's trailblazer doctor on football's big stage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr Suzanne Huurman is head of medical staff for Curacao's national men's side - the World Cup's smallest ever team by population and size.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/curacaos-trailblazer-doctor-on-footballs-big-stage/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 14:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/curacaos-trailblazer-doctor-on-footballs-big-stage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oh, brother! The sibling rivals lining up for different World Cup teams]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sibling rivals are lining up for different teams at the World Cup, with seven pairs of brothers in total at this tournament.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/oh-brother-the-sibling-rivals-lining-up-for-different-world-cup-teams/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/oh-brother-the-sibling-rivals-lining-up-for-different-world-cup-teams/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why are so many World Cup goals being scored late?]]></title><description><![CDATA[World Cup 2026 is witnessing a surge in late goals. Longer stoppage times, tactical substitutions and hydration breaks are reshaping matches]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-are-so-many-world-cup-goals-being-scored-late/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-are-so-many-world-cup-goals-being-scored-late/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What next for McAtee amid Anderson uncertainty?]]></title><description><![CDATA[After struggling to break through at Nottingham Forest last season, will James McAtee get his chance if Elliot Anderson leaves for Manchester City?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-next-for-mcatee-amid-anderson-uncertainty/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-next-for-mcatee-amid-anderson-uncertainty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Everything I do is for you' - how tragedy is driving Diomande]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport explores how exciting young Ivory Coast Yan Diomande is determined to succeed at the World Cup in honour of his sister.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/everything-i-do-is-for-you-how-tragedy-is-driving-diomande/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/everything-i-do-is-for-you-how-tragedy-is-driving-diomande/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[White House in talks over Iran travel restrictions]]></title><description><![CDATA[The White House is considering changing the strict travel restrictions Iran are facing at the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/white-house-in-talks-over-iran-travel-restrictions/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/white-house-in-talks-over-iran-travel-restrictions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup groups separated by head-to-head records for first time]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fifa is using head-to-head records instead of group goal difference as the first tiebreaker for teams who are level on points at the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-groups-separated-by-head-to-head-records-for-first-time/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-groups-separated-by-head-to-head-records-for-first-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 13]]></title><description><![CDATA[Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-am-i-guess-world-cup-star-no-13/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-am-i-guess-world-cup-star-no-13/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[10-man Paraguay knock out Turkey despite Almiron red card]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as 10-man Paraguay win despite Miguel Almiron's red card, eliminating Turkey from the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/10-man-paraguay-knock-out-turkey-despite-almiron-red-card/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/10-man-paraguay-knock-out-turkey-despite-almiron-red-card/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup first as Almiron sent off for covering mouth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch Miguel Almiron become the first player to be sent off under new rules preventing players from covering their mouths during a game at the 2026 World Cup, with the Paraguay midfielder shown red in a win over Turkey.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-first-as-almiron-sent-off-for-covering-mouth/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-first-as-almiron-sent-off-for-covering-mouth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup still waits for real Brazil to show up]]></title><description><![CDATA[While rivals Argentina and France have impressed in the United States, Brazil have struggled to hit top form - despite a 3-0 win over minnows Haiti.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-still-waits-for-real-brazil-to-show-up/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 06:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-still-waits-for-real-brazil-to-show-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Almiron first player sent off for covering mouth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paraguay's Miguel Almiron is the first player to be shown a red card for covering his mouth while speaking to an opponent - doing so during the World Cup match against Turkey.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/almiron-first-player-sent-off-for-covering-mouth/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 06:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/almiron-first-player-sent-off-for-covering-mouth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cunha scores twice as Brazil beat Haiti]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United forward Matheus Cunha scores twice as Brazil comfortably beat Haiti - who become the first team to be eliminated from the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/cunha-scores-twice-as-brazil-beat-haiti/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 05:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/cunha-scores-twice-as-brazil-beat-haiti/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who should Scotland fans be cheering on in next few days?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Uzbeks to beat DR Congo? Argentina to run riot? Favours from England? BBC Scotland weighs up the permutations needed for Scotland to progress.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-should-scotland-fans-be-cheering-on-in-next-few-days/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-should-scotland-fans-be-cheering-on-in-next-few-days/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flawed but relentless Scotland show themselves as men of substance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morocco threatened to blow Scotland away early on, but Steve Clarke's squad showed their resilience despite defeat, writes Tom English.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/flawed-but-relentless-scotland-show-themselves-as-men-of-substance/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/flawed-but-relentless-scotland-show-themselves-as-men-of-substance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Big decisions went against Scotland']]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport Scotland's Liam McLeod and James McFadden analyse the three key decisions that went against Scotland during their World Cup Group C 1-0 defeat against Morocco.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/big-decisions-went-against-scotland/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/big-decisions-went-against-scotland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morocco 'got away with one' - McGinn]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland's John McGinn feels Morocco "got away with one" after he was not awarded a penalty in the second half of their World Cup Group C match in Boston.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/morocco-got-away-with-one-mcginn/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/morocco-got-away-with-one-mcginn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Should Scotland have had two penalties &amp; been playing against 10 men?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Were Scotland hard done by in Boston in losing 1-0 to Morocco in their second game of the World Cup finals?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/should-scotland-have-had-two-penalties-amp-been-playing-against-10-men/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/should-scotland-have-had-two-penalties-amp-been-playing-against-10-men/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[On another day that's a penalty - Clarke on McGinn claim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland boss Steve Clarke believes the challenge on John McGinn by Neil El Aynaoui was the Tartan Army's strongest penalty claim against Morocco.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/on-another-day-thats-a-penalty-clarke-on-mcginn-claim/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/on-another-day-thats-a-penalty-clarke-on-mcginn-claim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland fall to narrow defeat against Morocco]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland concede after 71 seconds and fall to a World Cup defeat against a classy Morocco, but their hopes of a historic knock-out place remain in their own hands with one group game to go.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotland-fall-to-narrow-defeat-against-morocco/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotland-fall-to-narrow-defeat-against-morocco/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Nightmare start for Scotland' - Morocco score after 71 seconds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morocco's Ismael Saibari stuns Scotland with a superb finish after just 71 seconds in their World Cup Group C game in Boston.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/nightmare-start-for-scotland-morocco-score-after-71-seconds/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 01:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/nightmare-start-for-scotland-morocco-score-after-71-seconds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Did key decisions go against Scotland in Morocco match?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Should Scotland feel aggrieved after three key decisions in their World Cup Group C match against Morocco in Boston?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/did-key-decisions-go-against-scotland-in-morocco-match/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 01:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/did-key-decisions-go-against-scotland-in-morocco-match/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How presenter's Messi error caused outrage in Argentina]]></title><description><![CDATA[An Argentine TV presenter steps down after wrongly saying on air that Lionel Messi's father had died.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-presenters-messi-error-caused-outrage-in-argentina/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 01:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-presenters-messi-error-caused-outrage-in-argentina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Super Bowl winner's son stepping into spotlight with USA]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alex Freeman is stepping out of the shadows of his Super Bowl-winning father to forge his own path in football.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-super-bowl-winners-son-stepping-into-spotlight-with-usa/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 01:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-super-bowl-winners-son-stepping-into-spotlight-with-usa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USA qualify for last 32 after comfortable win over Australia]]></title><description><![CDATA[The United States take a huge step towards winning their World Cup group beating Australia 2-0 with a dominant, high-energy performance in front of a boisterous sellout crowd in Seattle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/usa-qualify-for-last-32-after-comfortable-win-over-australia/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 23:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/usa-qualify-for-last-32-after-comfortable-win-over-australia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ipswich close in on O'Neil as new head coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Wolves and Bournemouth boss O'Neil close to joining Ipswich after Keiran McKenna's departure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ipswich-close-in-on-oneil-as-new-head-coach/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 22:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ipswich-close-in-on-oneil-as-new-head-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England winger Saka unlikely to start against Ghana]]></title><description><![CDATA[England head coach Thomas Tuchel hints that Bukayo Saka is unlikely to be in contention to start against Ghana on Tuesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-winger-saka-unlikely-to-start-against-ghana/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 22:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-winger-saka-unlikely-to-start-against-ghana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Earps 'doesn't know' if she's ready for spotlight again]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England goalkeeper Mary Earps does not know if she is ready to be back in the spotlight after signing for the London City Lionesses.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/earps-doesnt-know-if-shes-ready-for-spotlight-again/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 20:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/earps-doesnt-know-if-shes-ready-for-spotlight-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stick or twist? Rashford and Guehi are Tuchel's big dilemmas]]></title><description><![CDATA[Before England's World Cup match against Ghana on Tuesday, BBC Sport's Phil McNulty looks at Thomas Tuchel's big selection dilemmas.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/stick-or-twist-rashford-and-guehi-are-tuchels-big-dilemmas/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/stick-or-twist-rashford-and-guehi-are-tuchels-big-dilemmas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[London City Lionesses sign ex-England keeper Earps]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England goalkeeper Mary Earps joins London City Lionesses on a two-year deal after leaving Paris St-Germain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/london-city-lionesses-sign-ex-england-keeper-earps/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/london-city-lionesses-sign-ex-england-keeper-earps/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A heavily jeered $250m goldmine - are hydration break ads here to stay?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport explores how hydration break ads work in other countries and how they could impact the future of football.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/a-heavily-jeered-250m-goldmine-are-hydration-break-ads-here-to-stay/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/a-heavily-jeered-250m-goldmine-are-hydration-break-ads-here-to-stay/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canada score six but historic win marred by Kone injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ismael Kone's serious-looking injury left Canada manager Jesse Marsch in tears and overshadowed their first-ever World Cup finals win as they thrashed nine-man Qatar 6-0.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/canada-score-six-but-historic-win-marred-by-kone-injury/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 03:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/canada-score-six-but-historic-win-marred-by-kone-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sutton's World Cup score predictions - second group games]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport's football expert Chris Sutton gives his predictions for the scores of the second round of group games at the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/suttons-world-cup-score-predictions-second-group-games/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/suttons-world-cup-score-predictions-second-group-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crisis club or chance to reinvent - where does McInnes exit leave Hearts?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Derek McInnes has left Heart of Midlothian for Rangers, so how will the Scottish Premiership runners-up react to losing their head coach?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/crisis-club-or-chance-to-reinvent-where-does-mcinnes-exit-leave-hearts/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/crisis-club-or-chance-to-reinvent-where-does-mcinnes-exit-leave-hearts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beever-Jones set to sign new deal at Chelsea]]></title><description><![CDATA[England international Aggie Beever-Jones is expected to stay at Chelsea this summer with a new deal extending her stay.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/beever-jones-set-to-sign-new-deal-at-chelsea/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/beever-jones-set-to-sign-new-deal-at-chelsea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I want courage not fear' - Wales boss on World Cup play-offs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales must beat Albania and either Romania or Norway in successive two-legged play-off ties to reach next summer's Women's World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/i-want-courage-not-fear-wales-boss-on-world-cup-play-offs/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/i-want-courage-not-fear-wales-boss-on-world-cup-play-offs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Motherwell appoint Johansson as Askou successor - who is he?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alfred Johansson is the new manager at Motherwell, with the 35-year-old Swede aiming to build on the success of last season at Fir Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/motherwell-appoint-johansson-as-askou-successor-who-is-he/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/motherwell-appoint-johansson-as-askou-successor-who-is-he/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The celebration photo that sums up my relationship with Mbappe - Giroud]]></title><description><![CDATA[France's World Cup winner Olivier Giroud explains why iconic Les Bleus striker Kylian Mbappe is misunderstood, and seen as arrogant when he's not.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-celebration-photo-that-sums-up-my-relationship-with-mbappe-giroud/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-celebration-photo-that-sums-up-my-relationship-with-mbappe-giroud/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lionesses will face Greece in World Cup play-offs]]></title><description><![CDATA[England will face Greece in round one of the 2027 Women's World Cup play-offs, with Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales also learning their opponents.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/lionesses-will-face-greece-in-world-cup-play-offs/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/lionesses-will-face-greece-in-world-cup-play-offs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Calvin Harris &amp; Commonwealths force Monday start to Celtic's title defence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Celtic open the 2026-27 Scottish Premiership season at home to Dundee on 3 August, with the champions saying they are disappointed to be starting on a Monday evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/calvin-harris-amp-commonwealths-force-monday-start-to-celtics-title-defence/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/calvin-harris-amp-commonwealths-force-monday-start-to-celtics-title-defence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nearly man McInnes finally has Rangers job he really always wanted]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why has Derek McInnes swapped nearly winning the Scottish title with Heart of Midlothian for a Rangers side who finished behind them in third last season?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/nearly-man-mcinnes-finally-has-rangers-job-he-really-always-wanted/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/nearly-man-mcinnes-finally-has-rangers-job-he-really-always-wanted/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From one to 48 - every World Cup team ranked after first game]]></title><description><![CDATA[All 48 teams at the World Cup have now played once. BBC Sport's experts have ranked them all, from best to worst. Who is top? Not defending champions Argentina.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/from-one-to-48-every-world-cup-team-ranked-after-first-game/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 06:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/from-one-to-48-every-world-cup-team-ranked-after-first-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This was an England we haven't seen for years - and it was fun]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fun to watch and full of intent - this was an England we have not seen for years, writes Phil McNulty.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/this-was-an-england-we-havent-seen-for-years-and-it-was-fun/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 02:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/this-was-an-england-we-havent-seen-for-years-and-it-was-fun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tottenham sign Scotland forward Hanson from Villa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham have signed Scotland international Kirsty Hanson from Aston Villa for an undisclosed fee.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tottenham-sign-scotland-forward-hanson-from-villa/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tottenham-sign-scotland-forward-hanson-from-villa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No stage too big - Haaland arrives in style at World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Erling Haaland has made a habit of scoring debut goals in the big competitions. He did it in the Champions League, the Bundesliga and the Premier League. Now he has done it at the World Cup too.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/no-stage-too-big-haaland-arrives-in-style-at-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 04:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/no-stage-too-big-haaland-arrives-in-style-at-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England will not adapt style despite USA heat - Tuchel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Tuchel says he is "not ready to adapt" England's playing style at the World Cup despite the heat - as it would "give up" the team's strengths.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-will-not-adapt-style-despite-usa-heat-tuchel/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 03:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-will-not-adapt-style-despite-usa-heat-tuchel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Partey misled Canadian officials over previous arrest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Partey will miss Ghana's World Cup opener after an appeal against the decision not to grant him a visa is turned down.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/partey-misled-canadian-officials-over-previous-arrest/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 02:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/partey-misled-canadian-officials-over-previous-arrest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Highlights: Haaland scores twice in Norway win over Iraq]]></title><description><![CDATA[Erling Haland scores two goals as Norway begin their World Cup 2026 campaign with a 4-1 win against Iraq.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/highlights-haaland-scores-twice-in-norway-win-over-iraq/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 02:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/highlights-haaland-scores-twice-in-norway-win-over-iraq/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Dear, oh dear!' - Huge goalkeeping shocker gives Haaland a second goal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Erling Haaland will not have a easier goal at this World Cup as the Iraq goalkeeperJalal Hassan is caught out by the Norway striker.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/dear-oh-dear-huge-goalkeeping-shocker-gives-haaland-a-second-goal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/dear-oh-dear-huge-goalkeeping-shocker-gives-haaland-a-second-goal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Magnifique!' All the angles of Mbappe's long-range strike]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch all the angles of Kylian Mbappe's second goal in France's 3-1 win over Senegal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/magnifique-all-the-angles-of-mbappes-long-range-strike/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/magnifique-all-the-angles-of-mbappes-long-range-strike/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Highlights: Mbappe stars as France beat Senegal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kylian Mbappe scores twice as France begin their World Cup 2026 campaign with a 3-1 win over Senegal in Group I.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/highlights-mbappe-stars-as-france-beat-senegal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/highlights-mbappe-stars-as-france-beat-senegal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet the striker who doesn't score often - but Scotland win when he does]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lyndon Dykes has taken a long road to a major finals with Scotland but he's bald, belligerent and up for the battle against Morocco.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/meet-the-striker-who-doesnt-score-often-but-scotland-win-when-he-does/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/meet-the-striker-who-doesnt-score-often-but-scotland-win-when-he-does/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The VAR call that dumbfounded the world's best refs]]></title><description><![CDATA[France are left stunned at the decision not to award a penalty as Kylian Mbappe goes down under Sadio Mane's tackle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-var-call-that-dumbfounded-the-worlds-best-refs/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-var-call-that-dumbfounded-the-worlds-best-refs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Very, very special' - Mbappe scores twice to break France goals record]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kylian Mbappe scores twice for France in their opening World Cup game against Senegal to become Les Bleus' all-time leading goalscorer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/very-very-special-mbappe-scores-twice-to-break-france-goals-record/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/very-very-special-mbappe-scores-twice-to-break-france-goals-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Project Mbappe - the road to becoming France's record scorer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kylian Mbappe has become France's all-time record scorer, aged just 27. BBC Sport takes a closer look at how he got here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/project-mbappe-the-road-to-becoming-frances-record-scorer/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/project-mbappe-the-road-to-becoming-frances-record-scorer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spurs join three-way Tonali fight - Wednesday's gossip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham encouraged to bid for Sandro Tonali, Real Madrid plot Ruben Dias move and Manchester United make Marcus Rashford valuation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/spurs-join-three-way-tonali-fight-wednesdays-gossip/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 22:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/spurs-join-three-way-tonali-fight-wednesdays-gossip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spurs agree £52m Van Hecke deal with Brighton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Netherlands World Cup defender Jan Paul van Hecke is set to leave Brighton for Tottenham Hotspur after the two clubs agree a &pound;52m deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/spurs-agree-52m-van-hecke-deal-with-brighton/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/spurs-agree-52m-van-hecke-deal-with-brighton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Snakes on a train (ing pitch)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Snakes are causing concerns for several teams at the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/snakes-on-a-train-ing-pitch/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/snakes-on-a-train-ing-pitch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What could Scotland learn from Cape Verde as Morocco loom?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Scotland players Neil McCann and Willie Miller share their thoughts on how Steve Clarke's side might find success against Morocco.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-could-scotland-learn-from-cape-verde-as-morocco-loom/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-could-scotland-learn-from-cape-verde-as-morocco-loom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Little Algeria - the Kansas city taking a World Cup team to its heart]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a small city in the state of Kansas, a World Cup love story has started.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/little-algeria-the-kansas-city-taking-a-world-cup-team-to-its-heart/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 20:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/little-algeria-the-kansas-city-taking-a-world-cup-team-to-its-heart/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuchel's defensive gambles and what do they say about Alexander-Arnold?]]></title><description><![CDATA[England head coach Thomas Tuchel's high-risk defensive selection for World Cup exposed by Tino Livramento's injury as Trent Alexander-Arnold is snubbed again, says Phil McNulty.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tuchels-defensive-gambles-and-what-do-they-say-about-alexander-arnold/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 20:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tuchels-defensive-gambles-and-what-do-they-say-about-alexander-arnold/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England explore extra friendly after Croatia opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[England are in talks over a behind-closed-doors game against Major League Soccer side Sporting Kansas City after the World Cup opener against Croatia.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-explore-extra-friendly-after-croatia-opener/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-explore-extra-friendly-after-croatia-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amorim appointed as AC Milan head coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ruben Amorim is appointed head coach at AC Milan, five months after being sacked by Manchester United.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/amorim-appointed-as-ac-milan-head-coach/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/amorim-appointed-as-ac-milan-head-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Up to 15,000 England fans head to Dallas for World Cup opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[England fans have had a longer wait than most for their 2026 World Cup campaign to get under way. But now supporters are starting to arrive in Dallas.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/up-to-15000-england-fans-head-to-dallas-for-world-cup-opener/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 17:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/up-to-15000-england-fans-head-to-dallas-for-world-cup-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who awaits Hearts, Hibs and Motherwell in Euro draws?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Heart of Midlothian, Hibernian and Motherwell will find out their first opponents in European qualifying on Wednesday, but who might they face?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-awaits-hearts-hibs-and-motherwell-in-euro-draws/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 17:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-awaits-hearts-hibs-and-motherwell-in-euro-draws/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Just's rise from Austrian second tier to World Cup breakout star]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Scotland charts a rapid rise that has taken the Motherwell attacking midfielder from second-division football to the game's grandest stage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/justs-rise-from-austrian-second-tier-to-world-cup-breakout-star/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 17:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/justs-rise-from-austrian-second-tier-to-world-cup-breakout-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Leicester boss Martin 'must show he can adapt']]></title><description><![CDATA[New Leicester City boss Russell Martin must show he is adaptable after recent failings, says ex-Foxes defender Matt Heath.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/new-leicester-boss-martin-must-show-he-can-adapt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/new-leicester-boss-martin-must-show-he-can-adapt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What's next for Jones as Inter Milan step up interest?]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Inter Milan step up their interest in Curtis Jones, a look at the decision facing Liverpool and Jones, whose contract expires next summer]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/whats-next-for-jones-as-inter-milan-step-up-interest/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/whats-next-for-jones-as-inter-milan-step-up-interest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ask pundits McCann &amp; Crichton your World Cup questions]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport Scotland pundits Neil McCann and Leanne Crichton are in Boston and are ready to answer - some - of your questions about Scotland's World Cup campaign.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ask-pundits-mccann-amp-crichton-your-world-cup-questions/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ask-pundits-mccann-amp-crichton-your-world-cup-questions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lack of World Cup segregation a risk - fans' chief]]></title><description><![CDATA[The head of fan group Football Supporters Europe says a lack of fan segregation at the 2026 World Cup shows Fifa has "lost control of their ticketing".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/lack-of-world-cup-segregation-a-risk-fans-chief/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/lack-of-world-cup-segregation-a-risk-fans-chief/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solskjaer in the running for Ipswich job]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Gary O'Neil are among the leading contenders for the Ipswich managerial role.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/solskjaer-in-the-running-for-ipswich-job/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/solskjaer-in-the-running-for-ipswich-job/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chalobah replaces injured Livramento for World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[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.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/chalobah-replaces-injured-livramento-for-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/chalobah-replaces-injured-livramento-for-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Would Hearts' McInnes be 'perfect fit' for Rangers?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With Derek McInnes reportedly on the verge of a switch from Hearts to Rangers, his former assistant Tony Docherty details why the move would be a 'perfect fit'.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/would-hearts-mcinnes-be-perfect-fit-for-rangers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/would-hearts-mcinnes-be-perfect-fit-for-rangers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stag-do drag to World Cup - the rise of Scotland's other national anthem]]></title><description><![CDATA[From stag-do drag to Fenway Park, how did a 1970s disco hit become the soundtrack of the Tartan Army?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/stag-do-drag-to-world-cup-the-rise-of-scotlands-other-national-anthem/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/stag-do-drag-to-world-cup-the-rise-of-scotlands-other-national-anthem/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuchel's England deal includes performance clause]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Tuchel's England contract extension is subject to a performance clause, says FA chief executive Mark Bullingham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tuchels-england-deal-includes-performance-clause/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tuchels-england-deal-includes-performance-clause/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weir signs for Champions League runners-up Lyon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland captain Caroline Weir signs a three-year contract with French champions Lyon after leaving Real Madrid.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/weir-signs-for-champions-league-runners-up-lyon/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/weir-signs-for-champions-league-runners-up-lyon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Football Daily World Cup quiz: England v Croatia flashback]]></title><description><![CDATA[How many of England's starting line-up can you name from the last time they played Croatia at the World Cup?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/football-daily-world-cup-quiz-england-v-croatia-flashback/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/football-daily-world-cup-quiz-england-v-croatia-flashback/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jordan's journey from Harry Redknapp to date with Messi]]></title><description><![CDATA[When they face world champions Argentina in their final group stage match on 27 June, it may be Jordan's own World Cup final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/jordans-journey-from-harry-redknapp-to-date-with-messi/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/jordans-journey-from-harry-redknapp-to-date-with-messi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iran 'most oppressed' team at World Cup - Ghalenoei]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Amir Ghalenoei says his Iran side are the "most oppressed in the World Cup" after having last-minute travel restrictions imposed on them.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/iran-most-oppressed-team-at-world-cup-ghalenoei/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/iran-most-oppressed-team-at-world-cup-ghalenoei/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Not a model' - Bielsa refuses to engage with World Cup photoshoot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Uruguay and former Leeds coach Marcelo Bielsa defends his stony-faced appearance in the official World Cup photoshoot.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/not-a-model-bielsa-refuses-to-engage-with-world-cup-photoshoot/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/not-a-model-bielsa-refuses-to-engage-with-world-cup-photoshoot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tunisia sack Lamouchi just one game into World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tunisia sack Sabri Lamouchi one game into their World Cup, with former Morocco and Saudi Arabia manager Herve Renard replacing him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tunisia-sack-lamouchi-just-one-game-into-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tunisia-sack-lamouchi-just-one-game-into-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What does future hold for Rashford as deadline passes?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barcelona decided not to trigger the option that would have allowed them to sign Marcus Rashford for &pound;26m, so what does the future hold for the England World Cup star?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-does-future-hold-for-rashford-as-deadline-passes/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-does-future-hold-for-rashford-as-deadline-passes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Kante is still crucial for France  - Giroud]]></title><description><![CDATA[France's World Cup winner Olivier Giroud explains why N'Golo Kante is still an important part of Didier Deschamps' squad, eight years after planning to retire from international football.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-kante-is-still-crucial-for-france-giroud/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 07:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-kante-is-still-crucial-for-france-giroud/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iran v Iran in the stands as politics and football intertwine]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Iranian team may want to unite people but what the game with New Zealand revealed is just how divided many Iranians remain, writes BBC North America correspondent Shaimaa Khalil.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/iran-v-iran-in-the-stands-as-politics-and-football-intertwine/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 06:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/iran-v-iran-in-the-stands-as-politics-and-football-intertwine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Just scores double but New Zealand held by Iran in entertaining game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Iran twice come from behind to draw 2-2 with New Zealand at the Los Angeles Stadium in their Group G encounter.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/just-scores-double-but-new-zealand-held-by-iran-in-entertaining-game/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 05:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/just-scores-double-but-new-zealand-held-by-iran-in-entertaining-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are billions flooding into Saudi Pro League helping national team?]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Saudi Arabia earn creditable point against Uruguay, is the money flooding into the Saudi Pro League helping the national team?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/are-billions-flooding-into-saudi-pro-league-helping-national-team/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 05:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/are-billions-flooding-into-saudi-pro-league-helping-national-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Sensational!' - Wood and Just combine twice for New Zealand goals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Wood and Elijah Just combine for two 'sensational' goals for New Zealand during their Group G match with Iran at the Los Angeles Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/sensational-wood-and-just-combine-twice-for-new-zealand-goals/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 03:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/sensational-wood-and-just-combine-twice-for-new-zealand-goals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saudi Arabia hold off relentless Uruguay to earn draw]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saudi Arabia hold firm against relentless pressure to earn a 1-1 draw against two-time world champions Uruguay in their Group H opener at the Miami Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/saudi-arabia-hold-off-relentless-uruguay-to-earn-draw/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 03:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/saudi-arabia-hold-off-relentless-uruguay-to-earn-draw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Huge goal!' - Araujo equalises for Uruguay against Saudi Arabia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Maxi Araujo equalises in the 80th minute for Uruguay against Saudi Arabia at the Miami Stadium in their Group H encounter.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/huge-goal-araujo-equalises-for-uruguay-against-saudi-arabia/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 02:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/huge-goal-araujo-equalises-for-uruguay-against-saudi-arabia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VAR official says hand gesture was 'involuntary, subconscious twitch']]></title><description><![CDATA[Video assistant referee Shaun Evans has denied "intentionally" making a hand gesture "to communicate a message, affiliation, game or belief of any kind" and claimed it was a "an involuntary, subconscious twitch" that he was "unaware" of.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/var-official-says-hand-gesture-was-involuntary-subconscious-twitch/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/var-official-says-hand-gesture-was-involuntary-subconscious-twitch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lukaku makes impact off the bench as Belgium draw with Egypt]]></title><description><![CDATA[An own goal from Mohamed Hany denies Egypt a first ever victory at the World Cup as they draw 1-1 with Belgium at the Seattle Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/lukaku-makes-impact-off-the-bench-as-belgium-draw-with-egypt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 23:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/lukaku-makes-impact-off-the-bench-as-belgium-draw-with-egypt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lukaku's instant impact for Belgium's equaliser]]></title><description><![CDATA[Romelu Lukaku has an instant impact for Belgium as he plays a key part in their equalising goal against Egypt in Seattle, just 22 seconds after coming off the bench.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/lukakus-instant-impact-for-belgiums-equaliser/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 22:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/lukakus-instant-impact-for-belgiums-equaliser/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 40-year-old keeper who inspired Cape Verde's historic debut against Spain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cape Verde stuns Spain with a goalless draw inspired by a 40-year-old goalkeeper who has gone viral on social media.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-40-year-old-keeper-who-inspired-cape-verdes-historic-debut-against-spain/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 22:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-40-year-old-keeper-who-inspired-cape-verdes-historic-debut-against-spain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['My word!' - Ashour's long-range strikes put Egypt ahead]]></title><description><![CDATA[Egypt's Emam Ashour scores the opener in their Group G fixture against Belgium in the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/my-word-ashours-long-range-strikes-put-egypt-ahead/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 22:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/my-word-ashours-long-range-strikes-put-egypt-ahead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vozinha heroics help Cape Verde hold Spain to goalless draw]]></title><description><![CDATA[European champions Spain were held to surprise 0-0 draw by debutants Cape Verde in their World Cup opener, with 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha producing a standout performance for his side in their Group H clash.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/vozinha-heroics-help-cape-verde-hold-spain-to-goalless-draw/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/vozinha-heroics-help-cape-verde-hold-spain-to-goalless-draw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['He's the story' - Vozinha's epic goalkeeping display thwarts Spain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha produce a masterclass in goalkeeping to help his team record a 0-0 draw again Spain in their Group H fixture at the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/hes-the-story-vozinhas-epic-goalkeeping-display-thwarts-spain/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/hes-the-story-vozinhas-epic-goalkeeping-display-thwarts-spain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[False nines? 4-4-2? The tactical trends defining World Cup so far]]></title><description><![CDATA[The return of 4-4-2? False nines? BBC Sport looks at the tactical trends emerging at the World Cup so far.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/false-nines-4-4-2-the-tactical-trends-defining-world-cup-so-far/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/false-nines-4-4-2-the-tactical-trends-defining-world-cup-so-far/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup hydration breaks - who are the winners and losers?]]></title><description><![CDATA[They have become a regular feature at World Cup games - but who are the winners and who are losers of the mandatory hydration breaks?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-hydration-breaks-who-are-the-winners-and-losers/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-hydration-breaks-who-are-the-winners-and-losers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From last-chance saloon to World Cup redemption for Potter]]></title><description><![CDATA[For a manager who was dismissed by West Ham in September after failing at Chelsea before that, few would have expected Graham Potter to be steering a nation to a winning start in the World Cup this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/from-last-chance-saloon-to-world-cup-redemption-for-potter/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/from-last-chance-saloon-to-world-cup-redemption-for-potter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Haiti v Scotland was antidote to the ills of world football]]></title><description><![CDATA[It might have been nervy. It might not have been pretty. But Scotland are here. And Scotland have won. Tom English reports from Boston.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-haiti-v-scotland-was-antidote-to-the-ills-of-world-football/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 06:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-haiti-v-scotland-was-antidote-to-the-ills-of-world-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Listen: Off the Ball with guests including Paul Lambert &amp; John Higgins]]></title><description><![CDATA[The most petty and ill-informed football show on radio.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/listen-off-the-ball-with-guests-including-paul-lambert-amp-john-higgins/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 13:35:12 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/listen-off-the-ball-with-guests-including-paul-lambert-amp-john-higgins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Gang leaders are soccer lovers' - Haiti play with hope for peace]]></title><description><![CDATA[Haiti's first appearance at a men's World Cup for 52 years is as much about hope as it is goals for the conflict-torn nation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/gang-leaders-are-soccer-lovers-haiti-play-with-hope-for-peace/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 13:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/gang-leaders-are-soccer-lovers-haiti-play-with-hope-for-peace/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Pulisic is ready to take USA to next level  - Giroud]]></title><description><![CDATA[France's World Cup winner Olivier Giroud explains why his friend and former Chelsea and AC Milan team-mate Christian Pulisic holds the key to USA hopes at this summer's tournament.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-pulisic-is-ready-to-take-usa-to-next-level-giroud/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-pulisic-is-ready-to-take-usa-to-next-level-giroud/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is it like to play for Scotland at a World Cup?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Scotland players Paul Lambert, Darren Jackson and Rachel Corsie explain what it is like to live every fan's dream by playing at a World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-is-it-like-to-play-for-scotland-at-a-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-is-it-like-to-play-for-scotland-at-a-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free agent Wales players put themselves in shop window]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rhian Wilkinson says her free-agent internationals gave potential suitors a glimpse of their qualities by helping Wales finish top of their Women's World Cup qualifying group.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/free-agent-wales-players-put-themselves-in-shop-window/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/free-agent-wales-players-put-themselves-in-shop-window/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Injured referee Oliver to miss World Cup match]]></title><description><![CDATA[English referee Michael Oliver is ruled out of the group match between Ivory Coast and Ecuador.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/injured-referee-oliver-to-miss-world-cup-match/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 10:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/injured-referee-oliver-to-miss-world-cup-match/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Rangers eye McInnes if Rohl exits' - gossip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Heart of Midlothian head coach Derek McInnes is reportedly a target for Rangers should Danny Rohl leave for RB Salzburg, while Napoli are said to be eyeing Celtic's Arne Engels.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/rangers-eye-mcinnes-if-rohl-exits-gossip/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 09:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/rangers-eye-mcinnes-if-rohl-exits-gossip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland return to centre stage at last in must-win World Cup opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Scotland's chief sportswriter Tom English sets the scene from Boston as Scotland prepare for their first World Cup match in 28 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotland-return-to-centre-stage-at-last-in-must-win-world-cup-opener/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 09:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotland-return-to-centre-stage-at-last-in-must-win-world-cup-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The costs and challenges facing the 2026 World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[The World Cup officially kicked off this week - but alongside the football, there are questions around heat, cost, the environmental impact and travel restrictions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-costs-and-challenges-facing-the-2026-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 08:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-costs-and-challenges-facing-the-2026-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ancelotti confirms Neymar will miss Brazil opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[Carlo Ancelotti confirms Neymar will miss Brazil's opening game of the World Cup against Morocco on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ancelotti-confirms-neymar-will-miss-brazil-opener/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 08:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ancelotti-confirms-neymar-will-miss-brazil-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 6]]></title><description><![CDATA[Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-am-i-guess-world-cup-star-no-6/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 07:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-am-i-guess-world-cup-star-no-6/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USA start World Cup in style - but will they finally join the elite?]]></title><description><![CDATA[If there were any doubts the USA were ready to live up to the pressure of being a World Cup host, they were dispelled in a 4-1 win over Paraguay.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/usa-start-world-cup-in-style-but-will-they-finally-join-the-elite/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 06:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/usa-start-world-cup-in-style-but-will-they-finally-join-the-elite/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Balogun stars in impressive USA win over Paraguay]]></title><description><![CDATA[Folarin Balogun scores twice as the USA begin their World Cup campaign with a convincing 4-1 victory over Paraguay at the Los Angeles Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/balogun-stars-in-impressive-usa-win-over-paraguay/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 06:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/balogun-stars-in-impressive-usa-win-over-paraguay/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VAR makes 'mistaken identity' history as strange booking confuses fans]]></title><description><![CDATA[The United States open their World Cup campaign with a fine win - but not beforea sequence of events that left everyone scratching their heads.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/var-makes-mistaken-identity-history-as-strange-booking-confuses-fans/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/var-makes-mistaken-identity-history-as-strange-booking-confuses-fans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Balogun scores stunner as USA run riot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Folarin Balogun scores his second and USA's third goal before half-time in their opening game of the 2026 World Cup against Paraguay.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/balogun-scores-stunner-as-usa-run-riot/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 04:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/balogun-scores-stunner-as-usa-run-riot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England have training equipment stolen]]></title><description><![CDATA[England are victims of a theft of their training equipment before their arrival in Kansas City on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-have-training-equipment-stolen/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 04:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-have-training-equipment-stolen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Katy Perry, Tyla &amp; Future among performers at USA's opening ceremony]]></title><description><![CDATA[Katy Perry, Tyla and Future are among the performers at USA's star-studded World Cup opening ceremony at SoFi Stadium Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/katy-perry-tyla-amp-future-among-performers-at-usas-opening-ceremony/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 03:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/katy-perry-tyla-amp-future-among-performers-at-usas-opening-ceremony/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Clear red' for Bosnia or 'wins the ball'? BBC pundits disagree]]></title><description><![CDATA[Should Bosnia-Herzegovina have been reduced to 10 men in the second half in their 1-1 draw with Canada? Wayne Rooney and ex-referee Darren Cann had differing views.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/clear-red-for-bosnia-or-wins-the-ball-bbc-pundits-disagree/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 01:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/clear-red-for-bosnia-or-wins-the-ball-bbc-pundits-disagree/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crystal Palace close to appointing Sage as manager]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crystal Palace close to finalising a deal for Lens manager Pierre Sage to become their new head coach.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/crystal-palace-close-to-appointing-sage-as-manager/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 00:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/crystal-palace-close-to-appointing-sage-as-manager/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal consider move for Greek forward Tzolis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal have been offered Club Brugge forward Christos Tzolis and are considering accelerating a move for the Greece international.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arsenal-consider-move-for-greek-forward-tzolis/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 00:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arsenal-consider-move-for-greek-forward-tzolis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A new way to experience the World Cup - only on BBC Sport]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ever wanted to see a World Cup match from every angle? How about a full-pitch tactical view? Now you can on the BBC.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/a-new-way-to-experience-the-world-cup-only-on-bbc-sport/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 00:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/a-new-way-to-experience-the-world-cup-only-on-bbc-sport/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Larin equaliser earns Canada first ever World Cup point]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cyle Larin comes off the bench to score for Canada against Bosnia-Herzegovina to earn the co-hosts a 1-1 draw as they pick up their first ever point at a World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/larin-equaliser-earns-canada-first-ever-world-cup-point/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 00:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/larin-equaliser-earns-canada-first-ever-world-cup-point/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brady stayed at West Ham despite knowing of Sullivan women's team ban]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brady's lawyers said she had "no knowledge" of the allegations made against long-time business partner David Sullivan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/brady-stayed-at-west-ham-despite-knowing-of-sullivan-womens-team-ban/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/brady-stayed-at-west-ham-despite-knowing-of-sullivan-womens-team-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rooney and Cann strongly disagree on Bosnia goalkeeper incident]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former World Cup final assistant referee Darren Cann and Wayne Rooney disagree over an incident involving Bosnia-Herzegovina goalkeeper Nikola Vasilj, with Rooney arguing the goalkeeper should have been sent off for his challenge on Canada's Tani Oluwaseyi.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/rooney-and-cann-strongly-disagree-on-bosnia-goalkeeper-incident/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/rooney-and-cann-strongly-disagree-on-bosnia-goalkeeper-incident/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Real Madrid close in on Silva signing- Saturday's gossip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid expect to complete Bernardo Silva signing, Bayern Munich confident of deal for Marcus Rashford, Manchester United win race to sign Mateus Fernandes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/real-madrid-close-in-on-silva-signing-saturdays-gossip/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/real-madrid-close-in-on-silva-signing-saturdays-gossip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Partey denied entry to Canada for Ghana's World Cup opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey will miss his nation's first World Cup game in Toronto against Panama, after being denied entry to Canada.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/partey-denied-entry-to-canada-for-ghanas-world-cup-opener/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/partey-denied-entry-to-canada-for-ghanas-world-cup-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Six Lionesses made MBEs in King's Birthday Honours]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kevin Sinfield has received a knighthood in the King's Birthday Honours while six of England's Euro 2025-winning squad have been made MBEs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/six-lionesses-made-mbes-in-kings-birthday-honours/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/six-lionesses-made-mbes-in-kings-birthday-honours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Toronto erupts' - Larin equalises for Canada]]></title><description><![CDATA[Substitute Cyle Larin equalises for Canada against Bosnia-Herzegovina at the Toronto Stadium at the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/toronto-erupts-larin-equalises-for-canada/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/toronto-erupts-larin-equalises-for-canada/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beckham receives star on Hollywood Walk of Fame]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former footballer was joined by his wife Victoria Beckham and their children, as well as actor Tom Cruise.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/beckham-receives-star-on-hollywood-walk-of-fame/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/beckham-receives-star-on-hollywood-walk-of-fame/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fans on concourses instead of in seats, claims Fifa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fifa says numerous empty seats were visible in the near-sell-out Group A match between South Korea and the Czech Republic because of fans remaining on concourses.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fans-on-concourses-instead-of-in-seats-claims-fifa/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fans-on-concourses-instead-of-in-seats-claims-fifa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Michael Buble headlines Canada's opening ceremony]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canada's World Cup gets under way as Michael Buble headlines their opening ceremony at the Toronto Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/michael-buble-headlines-canadas-opening-ceremony/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/michael-buble-headlines-canadas-opening-ceremony/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lukic heads Bosnia in front against Canada]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jovo Lukic heads Bosnia in front against co-hosts Canada in the opening game in Group B at the Toronto Stadium in the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/lukic-heads-bosnia-in-front-against-canada/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/lukic-heads-bosnia-in-front-against-canada/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Richards 'understands' but disagrees with Tuchel's England squad selection]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC pundit Micah Richards says he "understands" the squad picked by England manager Thomas Tuchel for the 2026 World Cup, but does not agree with Tuchel's selections, adding he would have selected one of Cole Palmer or Phil Foden.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/richards-understands-but-disagrees-with-tuchels-england-squad-selection/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/richards-understands-but-disagrees-with-tuchels-england-squad-selection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bellingham set to start, but no Guehi - England's expected team]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jude Bellingham is expected to start England's opening game of the 2026 World Cup, as Marc Guehi could start on the bench.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bellingham-set-to-start-but-no-guehi-englands-expected-team/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bellingham-set-to-start-but-no-guehi-englands-expected-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Costs rise as Man Utd agree new $550m funding deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[The cost of servicing Manchester United's debt will rise following a new $550m deal that will see interest rates increase from 3.79% to 5.36%]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/costs-rise-as-man-utd-agree-new-550m-funding-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/costs-rise-as-man-utd-agree-new-550m-funding-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland boss Clarke by those who know him best]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Steve Clarke prepares to lead Scotland at their first men's World Cup since 1998, those who know him well reveal what makes him successful.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotland-boss-clarke-by-those-who-know-him-best/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotland-boss-clarke-by-those-who-know-him-best/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Critics of Mbappe have gone 'too far', says Dembele]]></title><description><![CDATA[France forward Ousmane Dembele defends his national team captain Kylian Mbappe, saying criticism of the Real Madrid striker has gone "too far".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/critics-of-mbappe-have-gone-too-far-says-dembele/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/critics-of-mbappe-have-gone-too-far-says-dembele/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland's McTominay 'ready to go' for Haiti opener after illness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay takes part in training on the eve of the World Cup opener against Haiti, having missed out the previous day because of an upset stomach.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotlands-mctominay-ready-to-go-for-haiti-opener-after-illness/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotlands-mctominay-ready-to-go-for-haiti-opener-after-illness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robbie Williams named Port Vale shirt sponsor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Robbie Williams' RW mark is appearing on Port Vale home and away shirts for the next two seasons.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/robbie-williams-named-port-vale-shirt-sponsor/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/robbie-williams-named-port-vale-shirt-sponsor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Premier League target hair pulling and set-piece grappling in rules review]]></title><description><![CDATA[Premier League referees have been told to change the way they judge hair pulling after three players were sent off last season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/premier-league-target-hair-pulling-and-set-piece-grappling-in-rules-review/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/premier-league-target-hair-pulling-and-set-piece-grappling-in-rules-review/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weir's title regret as she confirms Real Madrid exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland midfielder Caroline Weir has confirmed her exit from Real Madrid after four years with the La Liga runners-up without giving a hint of her next destination.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/weirs-title-regret-as-she-confirms-real-madrid-exit/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/weirs-title-regret-as-she-confirms-real-madrid-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[When do England play and how can you follow it?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything looks at England's next World Cup fixture and how you can follow along via the BBC.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/when-do-england-play-and-how-can-you-follow-it/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/when-do-england-play-and-how-can-you-follow-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gerrard? McInnes? What next for Rangers if Rohl leaves?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With Rangers boss Danny Rohl reportedly in talks with RB Salzburg, where might the Ibrox club turn next?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/gerrard-mcinnes-what-next-for-rangers-if-rohl-leaves/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/gerrard-mcinnes-what-next-for-rangers-if-rohl-leaves/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup quiz: Can you identify these 2026 host cities?]]></title><description><![CDATA[We have selected seven of the 16 World Cup host cities for you to identify. Can you pick them out from our clues?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-quiz-can-you-identify-these-2026-host-cities/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-quiz-can-you-identify-these-2026-host-cities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will three points guarantee a spot in World Cup knockouts?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks at whether earning three points in the World Cup group stage will be enough to advance to the knockout rounds.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/will-three-points-guarantee-a-spot-in-world-cup-knockouts/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/will-three-points-guarantee-a-spot-in-world-cup-knockouts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City sign England's Mead on free transfer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City have confirmed the signing of England forward Beth Mead on a free transfer from Arsenal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-city-sign-englands-mead-on-free-transfer/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-city-sign-englands-mead-on-free-transfer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Shankland finally the striker Scotland have been waiting for?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lawrence Shankland might now be in his 30s, but he is finally coming of age for Scotland, writes Tom English.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/is-shankland-finally-the-striker-scotland-have-been-waiting-for/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/is-shankland-finally-the-striker-scotland-have-been-waiting-for/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watford great Jackett dies aged 64]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watford legend and former Wales international Kenny Jackett dies at the age of 64.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/watford-great-jackett-dies-aged-64/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/watford-great-jackett-dies-aged-64/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Republic of Ireland v Israel to be played at neutral venue]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Football Association of Ireland confirms the Republic of Ireland's home Nations League fixture with Israel later this year will be held at a neutral venue.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/republic-of-ireland-v-israel-to-be-played-at-neutral-venue/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/republic-of-ireland-v-israel-to-be-played-at-neutral-venue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What are World Cup's red card suspension rules?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains Fifa's suspension rules on red and yellow cards during the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-are-world-cups-red-card-suspension-rules/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-are-world-cups-red-card-suspension-rules/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why are footballers wearing pink boots at the World Cup?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The opening match of the 2026 World Cup was dominated by players wearing pink boots - but why is the colour so prevalent in football at the moment?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-are-footballers-wearing-pink-boots-at-the-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-are-footballers-wearing-pink-boots-at-the-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three red cards shown as Mexico beat South Africa in World Cup opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three players are sent off as World Cup co-hosts Mexico defeat South Africa in a dramatic opening match at a packed Azteca Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/three-red-cards-shown-as-mexico-beat-south-africa-in-world-cup-opener/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/three-red-cards-shown-as-mexico-beat-south-africa-in-world-cup-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quinones scores opening goal of 2026 World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mexico's Julian Quinones scores the opening goal of the 2026 World Cup against South Africa at Mexico City Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/quinones-scores-opening-goal-of-2026-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 23:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/quinones-scores-opening-goal-of-2026-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[London Stadium and West Ham women's team not aware of Sullivan contact ban]]></title><description><![CDATA[The owner of West Ham United's home has raised concerns it was not told about safeguarding restrictions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/london-stadium-and-west-ham-womens-team-not-aware-of-sullivan-contact-ban/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 22:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/london-stadium-and-west-ham-womens-team-not-aware-of-sullivan-contact-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to watch highlights of World Cup matches]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains how you can watch match highlights and full match replays during the 2026 Fifa World Cup]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-to-watch-highlights-of-world-cup-matches-2/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-to-watch-highlights-of-world-cup-matches-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to watch highlights of World Cup matches?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains how you can watch match highlights and full match replays during the 2026 Fifa World Cup]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-to-watch-highlights-of-world-cup-matches/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-to-watch-highlights-of-world-cup-matches/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Catch up on the World Cup without any spoilers]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is a dilemma plenty of fans in the UK will have - and we are giving you the chance to follow the World Cup without spoilers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/catch-up-on-the-world-cup-without-any-spoilers/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/catch-up-on-the-world-cup-without-any-spoilers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What history tells us about Scotland's World Cup openers]]></title><description><![CDATA[With Sunday's (02:00 BST) encounter with Haiti ending a 28-year absence from football's grandest stage, BBC Scotland has been digging through the archives.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-history-tells-us-about-scotlands-world-cup-openers/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-history-tells-us-about-scotlands-world-cup-openers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drop deep, cash in - why Kane can be England's free-scoring false nine]]></title><description><![CDATA[How has Harry Kane managed to enjoy the best goalscoring season of his career at Bayern Munich when dropping deep so often? Thomas Tuchel knows - and England might now feel the benefit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/drop-deep-cash-in-why-kane-can-be-englands-free-scoring-false-nine/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/drop-deep-cash-in-why-kane-can-be-englands-free-scoring-false-nine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fatigue? The World Cup players who have had toughest seasons]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport examines which World Cup teams and players have played the most minutes since last summer, when the Club World Cup was kicking off in the United States.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fatigue-the-world-cup-players-who-have-had-toughest-seasons/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fatigue-the-world-cup-players-who-have-had-toughest-seasons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City agree deal to sign England's Charles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City have agreed a deal to sign England defender Niamh Charles from Chelsea.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-city-agree-deal-to-sign-englands-charles/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-city-agree-deal-to-sign-englands-charles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The World Cup is bigger than ever - and BBC Sport has an app to match]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport are launching a new, improved app experience for the Fifa World Cup 2026]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-world-cup-is-bigger-than-ever-and-bbc-sport-has-an-app-to-match/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-world-cup-is-bigger-than-ever-and-bbc-sport-has-an-app-to-match/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dalglish, Souness &amp; Rod Stewart - Scotland's World Cup '86 remembered]]></title><description><![CDATA[Remembering Scotland's 1986 World Cup campaign, their fourth successive appearance at the tournament.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/dalglish-souness-amp-rod-stewart-scotlands-world-cup-86-remembered/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/dalglish-souness-amp-rod-stewart-scotlands-world-cup-86-remembered/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National League clubs urge FA to end proposals over academy teams]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fifty two Women's National League clubs sign a letter sent to the Football Association opposing proposals to bring top tier academy teams into their league.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/national-league-clubs-urge-fa-to-end-proposals-over-academy-teams/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/national-league-clubs-urge-fa-to-end-proposals-over-academy-teams/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Any early shocks? Sutton's World Cup 2026 score predictions - opening group games]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport's football expert Chris Sutton gives his predictions for the scores of the first round of group games at the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/any-early-shocks-suttons-world-cup-2026-score-predictions-opening-group-games/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/any-early-shocks-suttons-world-cup-2026-score-predictions-opening-group-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The wild hip-hop parties that started Tuchel's journey to England boss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Tuchel is bidding to become the first foreign manager to win the World Cup. BBC Sport charts the start of his journey to becoming England boss.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-wild-hip-hop-parties-that-started-tuchels-journey-to-england-boss/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-wild-hip-hop-parties-that-started-tuchels-journey-to-england-boss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who will win the World Cup? BBC pundits make their predictions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Who will win, who might spring a surprise and how will England and Scotland do? BBC pundits predict what will happen at the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-will-win-the-world-cup-bbc-pundits-make-their-predictions/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-will-win-the-world-cup-bbc-pundits-make-their-predictions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Silva agrees to replace Mourinho at Benfica]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marco Silva agrees to become Benfica's new head coach as the Portuguese club formalises Jose Mourinho's departure for Real Madrid.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/silva-agrees-to-replace-mourinho-at-benfica/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/silva-agrees-to-replace-mourinho-at-benfica/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why England missed out on automatic World Cup spot]]></title><description><![CDATA[England beat Ukraine 3-0 on Tuesday night but it did not matter what they did as automatic qualification for the 2027 Women's World Cup was out of their hands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-england-missed-out-on-automatic-world-cup-spot/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-england-missed-out-on-automatic-world-cup-spot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England miss out on automatic World Cup spot - so what happens now?]]></title><description><![CDATA[England beat Ukraine 3-0 on Tuesday night but it did not matter what they did as automatic qualification for the 2027 Women's World Cup was out of their hands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-miss-out-on-automatic-world-cup-spot-so-what-happens-now/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/england-miss-out-on-automatic-world-cup-spot-so-what-happens-now/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Real Madrid eye Arsenal's Calafiori - Wednesday's gossip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid scout Arsenal's Riccardo Calafiori, Tottenham consider Juventus defender Gleison Bremer, Manchester United chase Newcastle's Lewis Hall, plus more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/real-madrid-eye-arsenals-calafiori-wednesdays-gossip/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/real-madrid-eye-arsenals-calafiori-wednesdays-gossip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TV spidercam falls on to pitch during Hungary game]]></title><description><![CDATA[A TV camera suspended by wires fell on to the pitch during Hungary's friendly against Kazakhstan at Nagyerdei Stadium in Debrecen, forcing a brief stoppage in play.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tv-spidercam-falls-on-to-pitch-during-hungary-game/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tv-spidercam-falls-on-to-pitch-during-hungary-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pain in Grenoble but hope for Irish as play-offs loom]]></title><description><![CDATA[Republic of Ireland manager Carla Ward reacts with pride to the World Cup qualifying campaign as her side fall just short of an automatic place at next year's tournament.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/pain-in-grenoble-but-hope-for-irish-as-play-offs-loom/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/pain-in-grenoble-but-hope-for-irish-as-play-offs-loom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sullivan banned from contact with West Ham women's and youth teams since 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[The decision followed a safeguarding investigation opened by the the Football Association.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/sullivan-banned-from-contact-with-west-ham-womens-and-youth-teams-since-2023/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/sullivan-banned-from-contact-with-west-ham-womens-and-youth-teams-since-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Caution over Saka as Tuchel says England must dare to dream]]></title><description><![CDATA[England head coach Thomas Tuchel says Bukayo Saka's fitness is being managed with a "little bit of care" heading into the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/caution-over-saka-as-tuchel-says-england-must-dare-to-dream/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/caution-over-saka-as-tuchel-says-england-must-dare-to-dream/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scoring on NI debut unbelievable - Cassap]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northern Ireland debutant Emily Cassap says her strike just 66 seconds after her introduction was "probably the best goal I have ever scored".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scoring-on-ni-debut-unbelievable-cassap/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 22:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scoring-on-ni-debut-unbelievable-cassap/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales can reach Women's World Cup - Wilkinson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rhian Wilkinson says Wales have the potential to qualify for next year's Women's World Cup after they beat the Czech Republic to claim top spot in Group B1.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/wales-can-reach-womens-world-cup-wilkinson/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 22:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/wales-can-reach-womens-world-cup-wilkinson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watch: Weir scores four as Scotland beat Israel to win group]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch the highlights as Scotland beat Israel 5-1, with Caroline Weir scoring four goals in Hungary to top their Women's World Cup qualifying group ahead of Belgium and win promotion to League A for the next Nations League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/watch-weir-scores-four-as-scotland-beat-israel-to-win-group/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 21:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/watch-weir-scores-four-as-scotland-beat-israel-to-win-group/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Highlights: Switzerland sweep aside Northern Ireland]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as group winners Switzerland finish their World Cup qualifying campaign with a 2-1 win over Northern Ireland in Lurgan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/highlights-switzerland-sweep-aside-northern-ireland/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 21:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/highlights-switzerland-sweep-aside-northern-ireland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Highlights: Wales beat Czech Republic 3-1 to top group]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Wales beat Czech Republic in Cardiff in Women's World Cup qualifying.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/highlights-wales-beat-czech-republic-3-1-to-top-group/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 21:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/highlights-wales-beat-czech-republic-3-1-to-top-group/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Real Madrid's &pound;130m Alvarez bid laughed off by Atletico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid make an offer of 150m euros (&pound;130m) for striker Julian Alvarez, but city rivals Atletico Madrid turn it down.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/real-madrids-pound130m-alvarez-bid-laughed-off-by-atletico/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/real-madrids-pound130m-alvarez-bid-laughed-off-by-atletico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Does referee case show Fifa has lost control of its own World Cup?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With referee Omar Artan denied entry to the United States and worries over staff and supporters being turned back, what does this tell us about the World Cup?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/does-referee-case-show-fifa-has-lost-control-of-its-own-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 19:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/does-referee-case-show-fifa-has-lost-control-of-its-own-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fifa working to resolve revoked Iran tickets]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fifa has said it is working to "maximise opportunities for Iranian supporters to attend matches" after the country's World Cup group-stage ticket allocation was revoked just days before the tournament.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fifa-working-to-resolve-revoked-iran-tickets/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 19:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fifa-working-to-resolve-revoked-iran-tickets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Rashford's a dead cert' &ndash; Rooney, Walcott &amp; Defoe on England's wide options]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wayne Rooney, Theo Walcott, Jermain Defoe, Kae Kurd and Kelly Somers assess England's wide options for the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/rashfords-a-dead-cert-ndash-rooney-walcott-amp-defoe-on-englands-wide-options/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 19:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/rashfords-a-dead-cert-ndash-rooney-walcott-amp-defoe-on-englands-wide-options/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet the England fan who collected beer from every World Cup nation]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport meets England fan Gus Hully who has collected one beer from each of the 48 nations competing at the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/meet-the-england-fan-who-collected-beer-from-every-world-cup-nation/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 19:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/meet-the-england-fan-who-collected-beer-from-every-world-cup-nation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland's Kelly extends 'special' Rangers stay]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland goalkeeper Liam Kelly signs a two-year contract to remain with Rangers as he prepares for the start of the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotlands-kelly-extends-special-rangers-stay/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotlands-kelly-extends-special-rangers-stay/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Gridlock alert days' and a race for tickets as US prepares to host World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Is the US ready to handle the pressure of co-hosting what many see as the biggest global sporting event?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/gridlock-alert-days-and-a-race-for-tickets-as-us-prepares-to-host-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/gridlock-alert-days-and-a-race-for-tickets-as-us-prepares-to-host-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wolves re-sign striker Jimenez from Fulham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wolves re-sign striker Raul Jimenez from Premier League Fulham on a free transfer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/wolves-re-sign-striker-jimenez-from-fulham/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/wolves-re-sign-striker-jimenez-from-fulham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Player given five-year ban for elbow assault]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Taylor attacked Daniel Brookwell during a fifth-tier Welsh league match between Porthmadog FC and Trearddur Bay on 17 January.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/player-given-five-year-ban-for-elbow-assault/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/player-given-five-year-ban-for-elbow-assault/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From risk of death to oldest man at World Cup - walking miracle Gordon]]></title><description><![CDATA[How Craig Gordon's career has been a series of comebacks and the 43-year-old's World Cup inclusion for Scotland seemed an impossible dream only a few months ago.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/from-risk-of-death-to-oldest-man-at-world-cup-walking-miracle-gordon/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/from-risk-of-death-to-oldest-man-at-world-cup-walking-miracle-gordon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From risk of death to oldest man at World Cup - Scotland's walking miracle Gordon]]></title><description><![CDATA[How Craig Gordon's career has been a series of comebacks and the 43-year-old's World Cup inclusion for Scotland seemed an impossible dream only a few months ago.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/from-risk-of-death-to-oldest-man-at-world-cup-scotlands-walking-miracle-gordon/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/from-risk-of-death-to-oldest-man-at-world-cup-scotlands-walking-miracle-gordon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ngumoha to leave England squad having made mark]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rio Ngumoha will leave the US this week after impressing with England's World Cup squad but will return to the country for Liverpool's pre-season tour next month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ngumoha-to-leave-england-squad-having-made-mark/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ngumoha-to-leave-england-squad-having-made-mark/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What now for West Ham after Sullivan allegations?]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Ham is a club in turmoil after co-chair David Sullivan stood down ahead of allegations about his private life, which he denies.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-now-for-west-ham-after-sullivan-allegations/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-now-for-west-ham-after-sullivan-allegations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I have right papers and visa - barred referee Artan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Somali referee Omar Artan says he was subjected to an 11-hour immigration interview before being denied entry to the United States for the World Cup despite holding the "right papers" and "right visa".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/i-have-right-papers-and-visa-barred-referee-artan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/i-have-right-papers-and-visa-barred-referee-artan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Set up BBC Sport website and app to show more Scotland]]></title><description><![CDATA[With Scotland at their first men's World Cup since 1998, BBC Sport is making it easier than ever to keep up with the national team's progress.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/set-up-bbc-sport-website-and-app-to-show-more-scotland/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/set-up-bbc-sport-website-and-app-to-show-more-scotland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Platini begins legal proceedings against Fifa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Uefa president Michel Platini initiaites civil and legal proceedings against Fifa and current president Gianni Infantino over corruption allegations from 2015.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/platini-begins-legal-proceedings-against-fifa/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/platini-begins-legal-proceedings-against-fifa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Palmer and Joao Pedro feature in Madonna video]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea forwards Cole Palmer and Joao Pedro make a surprise appearance in a promotional film for Madonna's new album.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/palmer-and-joao-pedro-feature-in-madonna-video/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/palmer-and-joao-pedro-feature-in-madonna-video/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The flag Iranians are not allowed to wave at the World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Iran football fans living in Los Angeles explain why they want to wave Iran's pre-1979 Islamic revolution flag and dismiss the one that is on their team's shirt.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-flag-iranians-are-not-allowed-to-wave-at-the-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-flag-iranians-are-not-allowed-to-wave-at-the-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crespo on Messi, returning to England and life as a manager]]></title><description><![CDATA[Goals, passion and intensity define Hernan Crespo as a player. They are the qualities he wants his teams to show as a coach.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/crespo-on-messi-returning-to-england-and-life-as-a-manager/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/crespo-on-messi-returning-to-england-and-life-as-a-manager/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Play BBC Sport's new World Cup predictor game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Play BBC Sport's new World Cup predictor game to be in with the chance of winning a signed football.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/play-bbc-sports-new-world-cup-predictor-game/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/play-bbc-sports-new-world-cup-predictor-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why France's Olise is moving into Ballon d'Or picture]]></title><description><![CDATA[After a first international hat-trick against Northern Ireland, former France striker Louis Saha believes Michael Olise can move into Ballon d'Or contention.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-frances-olise-is-moving-into-ballon-dor-picture/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-frances-olise-is-moving-into-ballon-dor-picture/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Diogo will be with you' - Jota's widow writes to Robertson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Diogo Jota's widow urges Scotland captain Andrew Robertson to carry his former Liverpool team-mate "in your heart" when he plays at the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/diogo-will-be-with-you-jotas-widow-writes-to-robertson/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/diogo-will-be-with-you-jotas-widow-writes-to-robertson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Podcast: Summing up Scotland&rsquo;s strikers &amp; war of words with Norway]]></title><description><![CDATA[We assess Scotland&rsquo;s strikers at the World Cup and there's disagreement with Norway.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/podcast-summing-up-scotlandrsquos-strikers-amp-war-of-words-with-norway/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/podcast-summing-up-scotlandrsquos-strikers-amp-war-of-words-with-norway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Mazadona', 'Einstein', 'The Ant' - 20 new players to watch at the 2026 World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport TV and radio commentators pick the players they think could be the breakout stars of the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mazadona-einstein-the-ant-20-new-players-to-watch-at-the-2026-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mazadona-einstein-the-ant-20-new-players-to-watch-at-the-2026-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland's fateful 1978 World Cup campaign still resonates]]></title><description><![CDATA[There's a mesmeric quality to this story of '78, a legend of how a man and a country lost the run of itself, writes Tom English.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotlands-fateful-1978-world-cup-campaign-still-resonates/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotlands-fateful-1978-world-cup-campaign-still-resonates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two brothers, two nations, one World Cup &amp; how grief bound them]]></title><description><![CDATA[In July 2022, brothers Harry and John Souttar lost their hero, but as both prepare to represent different nations at the World Cup, his influence lives on.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/two-brothers-two-nations-one-world-cup-amp-how-grief-bound-them/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/two-brothers-two-nations-one-world-cup-amp-how-grief-bound-them/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why super-sized and politicised World Cup comes at a cost]]></title><description><![CDATA[Whatever one's perspective, it seems certain that away from the on-field spectacle, this super-sized World Cup could be among the most contentious ever.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-super-sized-and-politicised-world-cup-comes-at-a-cost/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-super-sized-and-politicised-world-cup-comes-at-a-cost/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 2]]></title><description><![CDATA[Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-am-i-guess-world-cup-star-no-2/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-am-i-guess-world-cup-star-no-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['You're paid to make that decision' &ndash; Eriksson's midfield dilemma]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former players and coaching staff from England's 2006 'Golden Generation' reflect on how manager Sven-Goran Eriksson struggled to get the best out of Steven Gerrard and Frank Lampard in a star-studded midfield.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/youre-paid-to-make-that-decision-ndash-erikssons-midfield-dilemma/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/youre-paid-to-make-that-decision-ndash-erikssons-midfield-dilemma/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Olise scores hat-trick as France beat Northern Ireland]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bayern Munich's Michael Olise scores a hat-trick in France's 3-1 victory over Northern Ireland in their final World Cup warm-up match in Lille.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/olise-scores-hat-trick-as-france-beat-northern-ireland/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/olise-scores-hat-trick-as-france-beat-northern-ireland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Norway dress up as Vikings for World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch behind-the-scenes footage as the Norway squad dress up as Vikings for a team photo before the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/norway-dress-up-as-vikings-for-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/norway-dress-up-as-vikings-for-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City and Chelsea remain in talks over Maresca]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City are continuing negotiations with Chelsea to appoint Enzo Maresca as their new manager.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-city-and-chelsea-remain-in-talks-over-maresca/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-city-and-chelsea-remain-in-talks-over-maresca/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How can athletes play with ICDs, and what happens when one goes off?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport explores how athletes with cardiac health issues are able to continue playing, the risks, and what happens when an ICD goes off.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-can-athletes-play-with-icds-and-what-happens-when-one-goes-off/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-can-athletes-play-with-icds-and-what-happens-when-one-goes-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From dazzling winger to veteran who barely runs - the evolution of Messi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi is set for his sixth World Cup with Argentina. Guillem Balague looks at how the Argentine has evolved.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/from-dazzling-winger-to-veteran-who-barely-runs-the-evolution-of-messi/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 18:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/from-dazzling-winger-to-veteran-who-barely-runs-the-evolution-of-messi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are Portugal better without Ronaldo - and is he undroppable?]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Cristiano Ronaldo prepares for his sixth World Cup with Portugal, BBC Sport take a closer look at his place in the team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/are-portugal-better-without-ronaldo-and-is-he-undroppable/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 08:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/are-portugal-better-without-ronaldo-and-is-he-undroppable/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Born in Leeds, crafted in Norway: How Haaland became nation's superstar]]></title><description><![CDATA[Erling Haaland has guided Norway to their first World Cup since 1998. So what is it like being a global name from a nation with a population of just 5.5m people?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/born-in-leeds-crafted-in-norway-how-haaland-became-nations-superstar/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 07:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/born-in-leeds-crafted-in-norway-how-haaland-became-nations-superstar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland score four in first half to beat Bolivia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch the goals as Scotland score four in the first half to beat Bolivia in their final World Cup warm-up.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotland-score-four-in-first-half-to-beat-bolivia/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 00:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotland-score-four-in-first-half-to-beat-bolivia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where to watch the World Cup on the BBC and ITV]]></title><description><![CDATA[All the TV and radio details for each of the 2026 World Cup group games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/where-to-watch-the-world-cup-on-the-bbc-and-itv/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 22:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/where-to-watch-the-world-cup-on-the-bbc-and-itv/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to watch the World Cup on the BBC and ITV]]></title><description><![CDATA[All the TV and radio details for each of the 2026 World Cup group games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-to-watch-the-world-cup-on-the-bbc-and-itv/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 22:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-to-watch-the-world-cup-on-the-bbc-and-itv/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Highlights: Romania 2-1 Wales]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch the best of the action as Romania defeat Wales 2-1 in Bucharest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/highlights-romania-2-1-wales/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 22:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/highlights-romania-2-1-wales/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watch: When Hagi's Romania thrashed Wales]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales travel to Bucharest to face Romania on Saturday for the first time since their World Cup qualifying defeat in 1992.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/watch-when-hagis-romania-thrashed-wales/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 09:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/watch-when-hagis-romania-thrashed-wales/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The pioneer in an unlikely World Cup team]]></title><description><![CDATA[When Desmond Armstrong faced the media at the World Cup in 1990, the first question he got was one that would stick in his mind for the wrong reasons.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-pioneer-in-an-unlikely-world-cup-team/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 08:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-pioneer-in-an-unlikely-world-cup-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['The things that forge them are similar' - the origins of Messi &amp; Ronaldo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Both from humble beginnings, BBC Sport looks at how Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo became two of the greatest footballers of all time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-things-that-forge-them-are-similar-the-origins-of-messi-amp-ronaldo/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 07:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-things-that-forge-them-are-similar-the-origins-of-messi-amp-ronaldo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain expose England's flaws in heavy defeat that 'hurts']]></title><description><![CDATA[England just needed to avoid defeat against Spain - instead they suffered their heaviest loss in 17 years, but it is not time to panic yet.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/spain-expose-englands-flaws-in-heavy-defeat-that-hurts/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 01:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/spain-expose-englands-flaws-in-heavy-defeat-that-hurts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fifa clarifies water bottle stadium rule]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fifa says fans will be able to bring sealed disposable water bottles into World Cup stadiums following criticism over a decision to ban reusable bottles.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fifa-clarifies-water-bottle-stadium-rule/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 01:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fifa-clarifies-water-bottle-stadium-rule/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How England can still qualify for the Women's World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are all vying for places at the Women's World Cup - but how can they get there with one round of group games left in European qualifying?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-england-can-still-qualify-for-the-womens-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 01:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-england-can-still-qualify-for-the-womens-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Germany forward Karl ruled out of World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Germany forward Lennart Karl is ruled out of the 2026 World Cup with a thigh injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/germany-forward-karl-ruled-out-of-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 01:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/germany-forward-karl-ruled-out-of-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Republic of Ireland have nothing to lose against France - Barrett]]></title><description><![CDATA[Republic of Ireland striker Amber Barrett says the side "are going to give everything we have" during Tuesday's match against France when they have the chance to secure automatic qualification for the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/republic-of-ireland-have-nothing-to-lose-against-france-barrett/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 00:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/republic-of-ireland-have-nothing-to-lose-against-france-barrett/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Advantage Scotland as they await Cuthbert injury news]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland stay top of their World Cup qualifying group on goal difference from Belgium amid fears of a serious injury to key midfielder Erin Cuthbert.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/advantage-scotland-as-they-await-cuthbert-injury-news/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/advantage-scotland-as-they-await-cuthbert-injury-news/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Absolute madness' - Callaghan fumes at call to not give Turkey red card]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Northern Ireland captain Marissa Callaghan says that Turkey striker Busem Seker "had to be sent off" after she controversially handled the ball before later scoring the winner during their 2-1 victory over Michael McArdle's side.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/absolute-madness-callaghan-fumes-at-call-to-not-give-turkey-red-card/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 23:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/absolute-madness-callaghan-fumes-at-call-to-not-give-turkey-red-card/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watch: Weir hat-trick as Scotland thump Israel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch as Scotland thump Israel 6-0 in World Cup qualifying Group B4, with captain Caroline Weir scoring a hat-trick.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/watch-weir-hat-trick-as-scotland-thump-israel/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 23:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/watch-weir-hat-trick-as-scotland-thump-israel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will transfers be a distraction for England at World Cup?]]></title><description><![CDATA[England's World Cup campaign is also in the middle of a busy summer transfer window, but how much of a distraction is it?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/will-transfers-be-a-distraction-for-england-at-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 23:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/will-transfers-be-a-distraction-for-england-at-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Real Madrid plan Olise bid - Saturday's gossip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid are lining up a &pound;130m move for Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise, Arne Slot turns down Fulham after being sacked by Liverpool, Newcastle United are close to making their first summer signing, plus more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/real-madrid-plan-olise-bid-saturdays-gossip/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 22:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/real-madrid-plan-olise-bid-saturdays-gossip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuchel will not let Tampa pitch affect selection]]></title><description><![CDATA[England head coach Thomas Tuchel says reports about the state of the pitch at the venue for his side's friendly against New Zealand will not influence team selection.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tuchel-will-not-let-tampa-pitch-affect-selection/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 22:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tuchel-will-not-let-tampa-pitch-affect-selection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales 'not good enough' in Montenegro - Wilkinson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Having been denied a second goal, Wales were left with red faces when Jasna Djokovic levelled late on.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/wales-not-good-enough-in-montenegro-wilkinson/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 22:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/wales-not-good-enough-in-montenegro-wilkinson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mowbray returns as Blackburn head coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Blackburn Rovers appoint Tony Mowbray as their new head coach for a second spell in charge.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mowbray-returns-as-blackburn-head-coach/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 21:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mowbray-returns-as-blackburn-head-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Highlights: Wales held to draw in Montenegro]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Montenegro and Wales draw in Podgorica in Women's World Cup qualifying.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/highlights-wales-held-to-draw-in-montenegro/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 20:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/highlights-wales-held-to-draw-in-montenegro/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bayern Munich interested in Liverpool winger Ngumoha]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bayern Munich are interested in signing Liverpool's 17-year-old winger Rio Ngumoha.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bayern-munich-interested-in-liverpool-winger-ngumoha/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 20:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bayern-munich-interested-in-liverpool-winger-ngumoha/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Group says ex-Spurs boss Levy has sold 24.99% Enic stake]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Tottenham executive chairman Daniel Levy reportedly sells 24.99% stake in the club's parent company Enic, reducing his stake to 4.89%]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/group-says-ex-spurs-boss-levy-has-sold-2499-enic-stake/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/group-says-ex-spurs-boss-levy-has-sold-2499-enic-stake/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stockport County appoint Rochdale boss McNulty]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stockport County appoint Rochdale boss Jim McNulty as their new manager on a three-year deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/stockport-county-appoint-rochdale-boss-mcnulty/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/stockport-county-appoint-rochdale-boss-mcnulty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O'Neill set to stay on as Celtic manager]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin O'Neill will continue as Celtic manager after leading the side to a Premiership and Scottish Cup double.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/oneill-set-to-stay-on-as-celtic-manager/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/oneill-set-to-stay-on-as-celtic-manager/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O'Neill set to continue as Celtic boss - but other issues still to be resolved]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin O'Neill will continue as Celtic manager after leading the side to a Premiership and Scottish Cup double.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/oneill-set-to-continue-as-celtic-boss-but-other-issues-still-to-be-resolved/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/oneill-set-to-continue-as-celtic-boss-but-other-issues-still-to-be-resolved/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bellamy urges Wales to dominate Romania]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Craig Bellamy wants Wales team to try to dominate in Saturday's friendly against Romania in Bucharest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bellamy-urges-wales-to-dominate-romania/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bellamy-urges-wales-to-dominate-romania/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why is Fifa giving clubs $355m during the World Cup?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains why clubs are being given a share of $355m by Fifa for having players involved in the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-is-fifa-giving-clubs-355m-during-the-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-is-fifa-giving-clubs-355m-during-the-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bellamy's Hagi pain as Wales boss eyes improvement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Craig Bellamy recalls the impact Romania icon Gheorghe Hagi had on his beloved Wales when he was a schoolboy as he bids to improve his side's miserable record in away friendlies.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bellamys-hagi-pain-as-wales-boss-eyes-improvement/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bellamys-hagi-pain-as-wales-boss-eyes-improvement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How thunderstorms and lightning could impact games at World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[With several host cities in peak thunderstorm season there is a high chance that some World Cup games could be disrupted. Here is how and why.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-thunderstorms-and-lightning-could-impact-games-at-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-thunderstorms-and-lightning-could-impact-games-at-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Europe's youngest manager on Arteta and leaving Arsenal for Parma]]></title><description><![CDATA[Carlos Cuesta discusses his time as assistant manager at Arsenal and becoming Europe's youngest manager at Parma.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/europes-youngest-manager-on-arteta-and-leaving-arsenal-for-parma/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/europes-youngest-manager-on-arteta-and-leaving-arsenal-for-parma/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who are the World Cup's record holders?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks at the record holders in World Cup history ahead of the 2026 tournament]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-are-the-world-cups-record-holders/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-are-the-world-cups-record-holders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Spurs boss Frank will not rush return to management]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Tottenham boss Thomas Frank says it "does not feel like the right time" to go back into management yet.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/former-spurs-boss-frank-will-not-rush-return-to-management/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/former-spurs-boss-frank-will-not-rush-return-to-management/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The story of Norway's Viking World Cup photoshoot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Renowned British photographer David Yarrow tells BBC Sport what inspired his viral Norway World Cup send-off photo.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-story-of-norways-viking-world-cup-photoshoot/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-story-of-norways-viking-world-cup-photoshoot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All done deals in June 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Check out the significant signings and departures in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, EFL and Women's Super League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/all-done-deals-in-june-2026/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/all-done-deals-in-june-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tottenham sign Robertson after Liverpool exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham complete the signing of Scotland captain Andy Robertson as he leaves Liverpool at the end of his contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tottenham-sign-robertson-after-liverpool-exit/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tottenham-sign-robertson-after-liverpool-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[St Mirren appoint 'outstanding candidate' McLeish on three-year deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Craig McLeish believes his background with St Mirren's academy makes him the best choice as manager after agreeing a three-year deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/st-mirren-appoint-outstanding-candidate-mcleish-on-three-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/st-mirren-appoint-outstanding-candidate-mcleish-on-three-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Potter's Zlatan texts, overcoming failure &amp; finding joy in Sweden]]></title><description><![CDATA[Graham Potter talks about his joy and pride in taking Sweden to the World Cup after hurt of Chelsea and West Ham dismissals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/potters-zlatan-texts-overcoming-failure-amp-finding-joy-in-sweden/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/potters-zlatan-texts-overcoming-failure-amp-finding-joy-in-sweden/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tell us your stories of Scotland's World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Share your footage and you could be included in a BBC programme telling the story of Scotland's World Cup campaign from the fans' perspective.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tell-us-your-stories-of-scotlands-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tell-us-your-stories-of-scotlands-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Huge flags and pyrotechnics with World Cup anthems]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fifa has unveiled what it describes as a new "unique, immersive experience" pre-match ceremony for all matches at the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/huge-flags-and-pyrotechnics-with-world-cup-anthems/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/huge-flags-and-pyrotechnics-with-world-cup-anthems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Perez promises biggest deal in Real Madrid's history]]></title><description><![CDATA[Florentino Perez promises to make a club-record offer for an unnamed "great player" if re-elected as Real Madrid president on Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/perez-promises-biggest-deal-in-real-madrids-history/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/perez-promises-biggest-deal-in-real-madrids-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shaw and Hasegawa on PFA women's award shortlist]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City duo Khadija 'Bunny' Shaw and Yui Hasegawa are shortlisted for the Professional Footballers Association's Women's Player of the Year award.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/shaw-and-hasegawa-on-pfa-womens-award-shortlist/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/shaw-and-hasegawa-on-pfa-womens-award-shortlist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Football regulator faces 'defining test' over potential Derby investment]]></title><description><![CDATA[English football's independent regulator faces a "defining test" as Saudi Arabian government official Turki Al-Sheikh attempts to invest in Derby County, says Amnesty International.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/football-regulator-faces-defining-test-over-potential-derby-investment/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/football-regulator-faces-defining-test-over-potential-derby-investment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fifa demands fans pay after ticketing error offered free World Cup tickets]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fifa says fans who were mistakenly given free tickets to World Cup group stage matches in Toronto must pay for them within seven days or lose the seats.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fifa-demands-fans-pay-after-ticketing-error-offered-free-world-cup-tickets/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fifa-demands-fans-pay-after-ticketing-error-offered-free-world-cup-tickets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal trio &amp; Fernandes on PFA men's player of the year shortlist]]></title><description><![CDATA[Declan Rice, Gabriel, David Raya, Bruno Fernandes, Erling Haaland and Rayan Cherki are nominated for the Professional Footballers' Association men's player of the year award.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arsenal-trio-amp-fernandes-on-pfa-mens-player-of-the-year-shortlist/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arsenal-trio-amp-fernandes-on-pfa-mens-player-of-the-year-shortlist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From EFL to World Cup - 11 players to look out for]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport takes a look at 11 EFL players to watch out for at this summer's World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/from-efl-to-world-cup-11-players-to-look-out-for/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/from-efl-to-world-cup-11-players-to-look-out-for/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Superstar in Spain, doubted in Brazil: Will Vinicius convince a nation?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vinicius Junior is considered one of the best players in the world, but can he make the Brazilian public fall in love with him at the World Cup?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/superstar-in-spain-doubted-in-brazil-will-vinicius-convince-a-nation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/superstar-in-spain-doubted-in-brazil-will-vinicius-convince-a-nation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi v Ronaldo: A rivalry that's dominated for two decades]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have been at the top of the game for the past 20 years, BBC Sport looks at a rivalry that has shaped football.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/messi-v-ronaldo-a-rivalry-thats-dominated-for-two-decades/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/messi-v-ronaldo-a-rivalry-thats-dominated-for-two-decades/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi or Ronaldo - who is the greatest of all time?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some of the greats of the game debate the long-asked question: Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/messi-or-ronaldo-who-is-the-greatest-of-all-time/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/messi-or-ronaldo-who-is-the-greatest-of-all-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shearer on Beckham, pressure and Argentina heartbreak]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alan Shearer reflects on his and England's performances at the 1998 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/shearer-on-beckham-pressure-and-argentina-heartbreak/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/shearer-on-beckham-pressure-and-argentina-heartbreak/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina fans arrive after cycling to Kansas City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three friends from Argentina arrive in Missouri in Kansas after cycling 10,500 miles from their home in Gualeguaychu to the venue of their team's opening game of the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/argentina-fans-arrive-after-cycling-to-kansas-city/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/argentina-fans-arrive-after-cycling-to-kansas-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robodogs and helicopters: One Mexican city's approach to World Cup security]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the shadow of cartel violence, BBC&rsquo;s Will Grant got a first-hand look at security plans in Monterrey.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/robodogs-and-helicopters-one-mexican-citys-approach-to-world-cup-security/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/robodogs-and-helicopters-one-mexican-citys-approach-to-world-cup-security/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A higher ceiling than Messi? What next for Lamine Yamal?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lamine Yamal is a key figure in Spain's World Cup squad, but why is the 18-year-old quick to dismiss Messi comparisons?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/a-higher-ceiling-than-messi-what-next-for-lamine-yamal/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/a-higher-ceiling-than-messi-what-next-for-lamine-yamal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diana Ross &amp; 'GOAT' Ronaldo - Richards watches World Cup moments]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England defender and current pundit Micah Richards looks at some of the most memorable World Cup moments.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/diana-ross-amp-goat-ronaldo-richards-watches-world-cup-moments/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/diana-ross-amp-goat-ronaldo-richards-watches-world-cup-moments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What are the deadlines for World Cup squads?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains the deadlines by which teams must name their final squads for the 2026 World Cup]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-are-the-deadlines-for-world-cup-squads/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-are-the-deadlines-for-world-cup-squads/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rivals: Messi v Ronaldo - watch the trailer]]></title><description><![CDATA[The story of how Lionel Messi v Cristiano Ronaldo became the rivalry that transformed football and defined a generation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/rivals-messi-v-ronaldo-watch-the-trailer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/rivals-messi-v-ronaldo-watch-the-trailer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: All 48 squads confirmed]]></title><description><![CDATA[All 48 confirmed squads for the 2026 World Cup in the US, Canada and Mexico.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-2026-all-48-squads-confirmed/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-2026-all-48-squads-confirmed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Liverpool will be enormous step for Iraola - Sutton]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Monday Night Club discuss Arne Slot's sacking from Liverpool and whether Andoni Iraola is the right replacement.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/liverpool-will-be-enormous-step-for-iraola-sutton/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/liverpool-will-be-enormous-step-for-iraola-sutton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Download your World Cup 2026 wallchart]]></title><description><![CDATA[Get your essential piece of kit now by downloading the Fifa World Cup 2026 wallchart.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/download-your-world-cup-2026-wallchart/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/download-your-world-cup-2026-wallchart/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: How to follow on the BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The biggest World Cup in history starts on 11 June and there are more ways to follow it on the BBC than ever 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times, BBC Sport looks at its Cornish footballing roots.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-cornish-miners-brought-football-to-mexico/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 07:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-cornish-miners-brought-football-to-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unbreakable: The Making of James Milner]]></title><description><![CDATA[A look back at James Milner's 24 year Premier League career.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/unbreakable-the-making-of-james-milner/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/unbreakable-the-making-of-james-milner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watch as Celtic beat Rangers in Women's Scottish Cup final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch as a Morgan Cross goal is enough to give Celtic victory over Rangers in the Women's Scottish Cup final despite a red card for Emma Lawton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/watch-as-celtic-beat-rangers-in-womens-scottish-cup-final/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/watch-as-celtic-beat-rangers-in-womens-scottish-cup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Toone is navigating grief through football]]></title><description><![CDATA[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.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-toone-is-navigating-grief-through-football/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 19:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-toone-is-navigating-grief-through-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How much prize money have Premier League teams earned in Europe?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains how much Arsenal, Aston Villa and Crystal Palace have earned in Europe this season]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-much-prize-money-have-premier-league-teams-earned-in-europe/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 17:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-much-prize-money-have-premier-league-teams-earned-in-europe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watch 24 Hours with Ella Toone on BBC iPlayer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch the trailer for a new BBC Sport documentary offering unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to Manchester United and England star Ella Toone as she prepares for her wedding, while still coming to terms with the loss of her father.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/watch-24-hours-with-ella-toone-on-bbc-iplayer/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 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awards.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-won-the-premier-league-golden-boot/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 21:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-won-the-premier-league-golden-boot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robertson, Dalglish and a special connection between Liverpool and Scotland]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland captain Andy Robertson speaks to Kelly Cates and her father Sir Kenny Dalglish before his last game for Liverpool.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/robertson-dalglish-and-a-special-connection-between-liverpool-and-scotland/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 07:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/robertson-dalglish-and-a-special-connection-between-liverpool-and-scotland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kane on Barcelona shortlist - Saturday's gossip]]></title><description><![CDATA[England and Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane is on Barcelona's shortlist to replace Robert Lewandowski, Manchester United agree deal for Atalanta midfielder Ederson, while Liverpool close in on Colombian teenage attacker Samuel Martinez, plus more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/kane-on-barcelona-shortlist-saturdays-gossip/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 22:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/kane-on-barcelona-shortlist-saturdays-gossip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPFL probe Celtic games as panel disputes penalty]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two Celtic games are among five investigated by the SPFL as the SFA's KMI panel suggests the Scottish champions should not have had a penalty against Motherwell.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/spfl-probe-celtic-games-as-panel-disputes-penalty/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 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WRONG.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/rooney-disagrees-with-england-squad-omissions-but-backs-toney-call/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 19:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/rooney-disagrees-with-england-squad-omissions-but-backs-toney-call/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maguire 'very unlucky' to miss World Cup - Rooney]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England captain Wayne Rooney says Harry Maguire is "very unlucky" to miss out on a place in Thomas Tuchel's World Cup squad this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/maguire-very-unlucky-to-miss-world-cup-rooney/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 19:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/maguire-very-unlucky-to-miss-world-cup-rooney/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Czech club to enter C team of fans into league]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bohemians 1905 are recruiting fans to play for a C team that will enter the Czech football league system next season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/czech-club-to-enter-c-team-of-fans-into-league/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 18:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/czech-club-to-enter-c-team-of-fans-into-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull and Middlesbrough set for unique play-off final]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport looks at the Championship play-off finalists Hull City and Middlesbrough after the build-up was dominated by Southampton and Spygate.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/hull-and-middlesbrough-set-for-unique-play-off-final/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 18:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/hull-and-middlesbrough-set-for-unique-play-off-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celtic v Dunfermline: All you need to know about Scottish Cup final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin O'Neill's Celtic and Neil Lennon's Dunfermline Athletic go head-to-head in Saturday's Scottish Cup final. Here are all the key details.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/celtic-v-dunfermline-all-you-need-to-know-about-scottish-cup-final/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 18:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/celtic-v-dunfermline-all-you-need-to-know-about-scottish-cup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maguire's England posts 'not necessary' - Tuchel]]></title><description><![CDATA[England manager Thomas Tuchel said Manchester United defender Harry Maguire's decision to go public on social media with his "shock and disappointment" on missing out on the World Cup squad was "not necessary".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/maguires-england-posts-not-necessary-tuchel/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 18:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/maguires-england-posts-not-necessary-tuchel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Unselfish' over 'ego' - what do leaks say about Tuchel's England?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport explores why the whole world knew the England World Cup squad before it was announced, and what Thomas Tuchel's response says about England's culture.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/unselfish-over-ego-what-do-leaks-say-about-tuchels-england/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 17:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/unselfish-over-ego-what-do-leaks-say-about-tuchels-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boss Silva will decide Fulham future next week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fulham boss Marco Silva promises he will make make a decision on his future at the club next week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/boss-silva-will-decide-fulham-future-next-week/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 17:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/boss-silva-will-decide-fulham-future-next-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Winger Yang signs new Celtic deal until 2030]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yang Hyun-jun signs a new contract with Celtic, tying him to the club until 2030.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/winger-yang-signs-new-celtic-deal-until-2030/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 17:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/winger-yang-signs-new-celtic-deal-until-2030/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['My future is here' - Yang signs new Celtic deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yang Hyun-jun signs a new contract with Celtic, tying him to the club until 2030.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/my-future-is-here-yang-signs-new-celtic-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 17:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/my-future-is-here-yang-signs-new-celtic-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Could history be rewritten? Guardiola, Man City and the 115 charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[With Pep Guardiola leaving Manchester City at the end of this season, how do the club's 115 Premier League charges for alleged financial rule breaches potentially affect his legacy at Etihad Stadium?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/could-history-be-rewritten-guardiola-man-city-and-the-115-charges/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 17:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/could-history-be-rewritten-guardiola-man-city-and-the-115-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Strong leader' Wilkinson backed to grow after new deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rhian Wilkinson has been backed to break more ground as Wales head coach after signing a contract extension.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/strong-leader-wilkinson-backed-to-grow-after-new-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 17:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/strong-leader-wilkinson-backed-to-grow-after-new-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Romero set to be in Argentina as Spurs battle to avoid drop on final day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero is expected to not attend the club's final Premier League match of the season against Everton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/romero-set-to-be-in-argentina-as-spurs-battle-to-avoid-drop-on-final-day/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 17:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/romero-set-to-be-in-argentina-as-spurs-battle-to-avoid-drop-on-final-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guardiola says Man City 'need new energy' as exit confirmed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City confirm Pep Guardiola will leave at the end of the season after a decade of unparalleled success.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/guardiola-says-man-city-need-new-energy-as-exit-confirmed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 17:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/guardiola-says-man-city-need-new-energy-as-exit-confirmed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['There was obvious danger' - how fear turned into hope at Notts County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Notts County goalkeeper and lifelong fan James Belshaw says the club's chequered history makes Monday's League Two play-off final something to savour.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/there-was-obvious-danger-how-fear-turned-into-hope-at-notts-county/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/there-was-obvious-danger-how-fear-turned-into-hope-at-notts-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Germany forward Martinez to join Spurs from West Ham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham Hotspur agree to sign Germany forward Shekiera Martinez from West Ham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/germany-forward-martinez-to-join-spurs-from-west-ham/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/germany-forward-martinez-to-join-spurs-from-west-ham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Elgin dismiss manager Hale for 'gross misconduct']]></title><description><![CDATA[Elgin City dismiss manager Allan Hale following "a finding of gross misconduct".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/elgin-dismiss-manager-hale-for-gross-misconduct/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/elgin-dismiss-manager-hale-for-gross-misconduct/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guardiola explains decision to leave Man City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pep Guardiola says the club needs a new manager and new energy after he announced his decision to leave Manchester City at the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/guardiola-explains-decision-to-leave-man-city/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/guardiola-explains-decision-to-leave-man-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Klopp and Arteta rivalries shaped Guardiola's Man City]]></title><description><![CDATA[How Pep Guardiola's memorable battles against Jurgen Klopp and Mikel Arteta shaped his Manchester City reign.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-klopp-and-arteta-rivalries-shaped-guardiolas-man-city/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:02:00 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Guardiola's six Premier League titles, as he prepares to leave Manchester City after 10 trophy-laden years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-games-that-defined-guardiolas-premier-league-titles/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-games-that-defined-guardiolas-premier-league-titles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Tuchel wanted Toney back in England picture]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ivan Toney has barely featured under England boss Thomas Tuchel - but this is why the German coach wants him in his World Cup squad.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-tuchel-wanted-toney-back-in-england-picture/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-tuchel-wanted-toney-back-in-england-picture/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Foden, Palmer, Alexander-Arnold to miss World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Phil Foden, Cole Palmer and Trent Alexander-Arnold have not been included in Thomas Tuchel's 26-man England squad for this summer's World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/foden-palmer-alexander-arnold-to-miss-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/foden-palmer-alexander-arnold-to-miss-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SFA 'fully supports' referee Robertson &amp; releases Celtic Park audio]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Scottish FA say match officials took the "correct action in ending the game" in Saturday's dramatic final-day Scottish Premiership title decider between Celtic and Hearts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/sfa-fully-supports-referee-robertson-amp-releases-celtic-park-audio/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/sfa-fully-supports-referee-robertson-amp-releases-celtic-park-audio/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuchel explains England World Cup squad selections]]></title><description><![CDATA[England boss Thomas Tuchel said his job "isn't necessarily to select the 26 most talented players" as he explained his World Cup squad selections.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tuchel-explains-england-world-cup-squad-selections/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tuchel-explains-england-world-cup-squad-selections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why genius Guardiola is the greatest coach of all time]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC pundit Micah Richards explains why English football is going to miss Pep Guardiola after his exit from Manchester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-genius-guardiola-is-the-greatest-coach-of-all-time/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-genius-guardiola-is-the-greatest-coach-of-all-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sutton's final-day predictions v Sam Tompkins]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on singer-songwriter Sam Tompkins, plus the BBC readers and AI with his predictions for Sunday's final round of Premier League fixtures.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/suttons-final-day-predictions-v-sam-tompkins/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/suttons-final-day-predictions-v-sam-tompkins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guardiola's legacy will echo through all ages for years to come]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Manchester City prepare for Pep Guardiola's exit, Phil McNulty reflects on how he has changed football in England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/guardiolas-legacy-will-echo-through-all-ages-for-years-to-come/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/guardiolas-legacy-will-echo-through-all-ages-for-years-to-come/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Tuchel's gambles and iron conviction position him as the anti-Southgate']]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Tuchel proves he is the "anti-Southgate" in making tough calls for England's World Cup 2026 squad.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tuchels-gambles-and-iron-conviction-position-him-as-the-anti-southgate/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tuchels-gambles-and-iron-conviction-position-him-as-the-anti-southgate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eleven players who defined Guardiola's Man City era]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport takes a look at 11 players who had their careers shaped by Pep Guardiola during his 10 season as at Manchester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/eleven-players-who-defined-guardiolas-man-city-era/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/eleven-players-who-defined-guardiolas-man-city-era/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Guardiola transformed the Premier League tactically]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pep Guardiola has changed the tactical landscape in the Premier League, but he has also adapted to its challenges.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-guardiola-transformed-the-premier-league-tactically/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-guardiola-transformed-the-premier-league-tactically/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carrick confirmed as Man Utd permanent boss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United confirm the appointment of Michael Carrick as their permanent head coach on a two-year contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/carrick-confirmed-as-man-utd-permanent-boss/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/carrick-confirmed-as-man-utd-permanent-boss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stapleton and Nolan return for crucial qualifiers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jessie Stapleton and Hayley Nolan return to the Republic of Ireland squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Netherlands and France.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/stapleton-and-nolan-return-for-crucial-qualifiers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 11:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/stapleton-and-nolan-return-for-crucial-qualifiers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Chelsea relegation to £200m game - how play-offs have evolved]]></title><description><![CDATA[From crowds of 15,000 watching on 40 years ago to the richest game in world football today, the play-offs have changed significantly.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/from-chelsea-relegation-to-200m-game-how-play-offs-have-evolved/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 11:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/from-chelsea-relegation-to-200m-game-how-play-offs-have-evolved/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Southampton's Eckert backed spying as club conduct deemed 'deplorable']]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton's spying was authorised by head coach Tonda Eckert and was a "contrived and determined plan from the top down to gain a competitive advantage", an independent disciplinary panel says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/southamptons-eckert-backed-spying-as-club-conduct-deemed-deplorable/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 11:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/southamptons-eckert-backed-spying-as-club-conduct-deemed-deplorable/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales boss Wilkinson signs contract extension]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales head coach Rhian Wilkinson signs a two-year contract extension which will keep her in the role until 2029.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/wales-boss-wilkinson-signs-contract-extension/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 10:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/wales-boss-wilkinson-signs-contract-extension/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Slot refuses to confirm Salah selected for final game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arne Slot refuses to confirm whether Mohamed Salah will play a part at Anfield on Sunday, in what would be his last appearance for Liverpool.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/slot-refuses-to-confirm-salah-selected-for-final-game/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 10:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/slot-refuses-to-confirm-salah-selected-for-final-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is Scotland's most iconic goal? This time - McLean v Gemmill]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vote to find out what goal will be crowned Scotland's greatest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-is-scotlands-most-iconic-goal-this-time-mclean-v-gemmill/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 10:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-is-scotlands-most-iconic-goal-this-time-mclean-v-gemmill/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quiz: Name all the Championship play-off final winners]]></title><description><![CDATA[To give you a hand we've listed the number of times, and the years they have done it in. Good luck!]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/quiz-name-all-the-championship-play-off-final-winners/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 10:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/quiz-name-all-the-championship-play-off-final-winners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Benidorm beaches to Barcelona - the rise of Lopez]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the Women's Champions League final between Barcelona and Lyon on Saturday, BBC Sport takes a look at the extraordinary rise of football's next global superstar, Vicky Lopez.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/from-benidorm-beaches-to-barcelona-the-rise-of-lopez/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/from-benidorm-beaches-to-barcelona-the-rise-of-lopez/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benidorm beaches to Barcelona - now Lopez can light up Champions League final]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the Women's Champions League final between Barcelona and Lyon on Saturday, BBC Sport takes a look at the extraordinary rise of football's next global superstar, Vicky Lopez.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/benidorm-beaches-to-barcelona-now-lopez-can-light-up-champions-league-final/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/benidorm-beaches-to-barcelona-now-lopez-can-light-up-champions-league-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watch Partick Thistle &amp; St Mirren fight out play-off draw]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch the best of the action as Partick Thistle and St Mirren fight out a draw in the first leg of the Scottish Premiership play-off final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/watch-partick-thistle-amp-st-mirren-fight-out-play-off-draw/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 01:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/watch-partick-thistle-amp-st-mirren-fight-out-play-off-draw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ultimate image for Saudi Arabia's football poster boy: Ronaldo wins title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo wins his first league title with Al-Nassr after three years in Saudi Arabia.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ultimate-image-for-saudi-arabias-football-poster-boy-ronaldo-wins-title/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 23:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ultimate-image-for-saudi-arabias-football-poster-boy-ronaldo-wins-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Askou joins Toulouse - what now for Motherwell?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jens Berthel Askou leaves Motherwell to become head coach of Toulouse - what now for the Fir Park club?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/askou-joins-toulouse-what-now-for-motherwell/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 19:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/askou-joins-toulouse-what-now-for-motherwell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Liverpool agree deal with Slovenia defender Agrez]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool agree a deal to sign Cologne defender Sara Agrez on a free transfer on 1 July.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/liverpool-agree-deal-with-slovenia-defender-agrez/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 14:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/liverpool-agree-deal-with-slovenia-defender-agrez/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What's your favourite Football  Focus moment?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The longest-running football magazine show in the world comes to an end this Sunday after 52 years and here are some of our favourite moments.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/whats-your-favourite-football-focus-moment/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 14:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/whats-your-favourite-football-focus-moment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who are the oldest players to feature at a World Cup?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks at who the oldest players are in the history of the World Cup]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-are-the-oldest-players-to-feature-at-a-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 13:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-are-the-oldest-players-to-feature-at-a-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is at stake on final day of Premier League season?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains what is at stake on the final day of the 2025-26 Premier League season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-is-at-stake-on-final-day-of-premier-league-season/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 13:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-is-at-stake-on-final-day-of-premier-league-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['So much on the line' - Spurs struggles sets up final day relegation decider]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joe Hart and Danny Murphy discuss how Tottenham's lack of clincal finishing saw them miss an opportunity to secure Premier League safety and analyse who will avoid relegation with Spurs and West Ham in danger of going down on the final day of the Premier League season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/so-much-on-the-line-spurs-struggles-sets-up-final-day-relegation-decider/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 02:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/so-much-on-the-line-spurs-struggles-sets-up-final-day-relegation-decider/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Runners-up no more - How Arsenal's patience paid off with Arteta]]></title><description><![CDATA[Speaking on Match of the Day, Danny Murphy and Joe Hart praise Arsenal for giving Mikel Arteta time after he guided the club to their first Premier League title in 22 years, following Manchester City's 1-1 draw with Bournemouth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/runners-up-no-more-how-arsenals-patience-paid-off-with-arteta/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 02:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/runners-up-no-more-how-arsenals-patience-paid-off-with-arteta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Going, going, gone... what happens at Man City when Guardiola departs?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Speaking on Match of the Day, Danny Murphy and Joe Hart discuss what Manchester City do now after missing out on the Premier League title, along with strong reports that manager Pep Guardiola will leave the club in the summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/going-going-gone-what-happens-at-man-city-when-guardiola-departs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 01:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/going-going-gone-what-happens-at-man-city-when-guardiola-departs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Exceptional' Arsenal celebrate as Premier League title is secured]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch the moment Arsenal players and staff celebrate as they secure their first Premier League title in 22 years after Manchester City draw 1-1 at Bournemout]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/exceptional-arsenal-celebrate-as-premier-league-title-is-secured/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 01:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/exceptional-arsenal-celebrate-as-premier-league-title-is-secured/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Let me talk to my chairman' - Guardiola coy on future after Bournemouth draw]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pep Guardiola remained tightlipped on his future after Manchester City's 1-1 draw at Bournemouth - a result that sees Arsenal win the Premier League for the first time in 22 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/let-me-talk-to-my-chairman-guardiola-coy-on-future-after-bournemouth-draw/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 00:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/let-me-talk-to-my-chairman-guardiola-coy-on-future-after-bournemouth-draw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I can't ask for more' - Iraola delighted as Bournemouth secure Europe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andoni Iraola says "he couldn't ask for more" as Bournemouth secure European football for the first time in their history with a 1-1 draw against Manchester City.<br />
The game was the Spaniard's final home match in charge, before he leaves in the summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/i-cant-ask-for-more-iraola-delighted-as-bournemouth-secure-europe/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 23:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/i-cant-ask-for-more-iraola-delighted-as-bournemouth-secure-europe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tottenham lose at Chelsea to take relegation fight to final day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham miss the opportunity to secure Premier League safety after they're beaten 2-1 by Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, meaning their fight against relegation will go down to the final day, with the club sitting two points above the bottom three.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tottenham-lose-at-chelsea-to-take-relegation-fight-to-final-day/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 23:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tottenham-lose-at-chelsea-to-take-relegation-fight-to-final-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal win Premier League as Man City held at Bournemouth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal are crowned champions of the Premier League for the first time in 22 years after Manchester City are held to a 1-1 draw at Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium, a result which secures European football for the home side for the first time in their history.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arsenal-win-premier-league-as-man-city-held-at-bournemouth/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 23:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arsenal-win-premier-league-as-man-city-held-at-bournemouth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The real-life story of the original rebel girls of football]]></title><description><![CDATA[The incredible real-life story of the original rebel girls of football &ndash; the Corinthians.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-real-life-story-of-the-original-rebel-girls-of-football/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-real-life-story-of-the-original-rebel-girls-of-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tense, tetchy but triumphant - all Arsenal eyes now on Bournemouth]]></title><description><![CDATA[All Arsenal eyes will be on Bournemouth v Man City on Tuesday with the Gunners agonisingly close to ending their 22-year wait for a Premier League title.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tense-tetchy-but-triumphant-all-arsenal-eyes-now-on-bournemouth/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 01:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tense-tetchy-but-triumphant-all-arsenal-eyes-now-on-bournemouth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PFA charity let down players, says regulator]]></title><description><![CDATA[Conflicts of interest and "serious mismanagement" a footballers' charity put funds to help players in need at risk, a Charity Commission inquiry says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/pfa-charity-let-down-players-says-regulator/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 01:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/pfa-charity-let-down-players-says-regulator/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City preparing for Guardiola departure]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City are preparing for manager Pep Guardiola to leave the club at the end of the season after a decade in charge and 17 major trophies.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-city-preparing-for-guardiola-departure/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 00:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-city-preparing-for-guardiola-departure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neymar included in Brazil's 26-man World Cup squad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Forward Neymar is included in head coach Carlo Ancelotti's26-man Brazil squad for this summer's World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/neymar-included-in-brazils-26-man-world-cup-squad/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 00:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/neymar-included-in-brazils-26-man-world-cup-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We played some of our best football of season in first half - Arteta]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta feels his side played some of their "best football" of the season in their hard-fought 1-0win over Burnley which edges them closer to their first Premier League title for 22 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/we-played-some-of-our-best-football-of-season-in-first-half-arteta/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 00:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/we-played-some-of-our-best-football-of-season-in-first-half-arteta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Havertz should have been sent off - Jackson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Burnley interim manager Mike Jackson is pleased with the way his side kept themselves in the game in their 1-0 defeat at Arsenal and is unhappy Kai Havertz was not sent off in the second half.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/havertz-should-have-been-sent-off-jackson/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 00:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/havertz-should-have-been-sent-off-jackson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Miles away' - Havertz 'lucky' to avoid red card]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kai Havertz takes Arsenal closer to winning their first Premier League title in 22 years, but nearly goes from hero to villain as he escapes a red card.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/miles-away-havertz-lucky-to-avoid-red-card/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 23:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/miles-away-havertz-lucky-to-avoid-red-card/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big motivation if people want Spurs down - De Zerbi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham boss Roberto de Zerbi says rival fans willing the club to be relegated from the Premier League acts as a "big motivation" to stay up.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/big-motivation-if-people-want-spurs-down-de-zerbi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 23:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/big-motivation-if-people-want-spurs-down-de-zerbi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal one step closer to title after hard-fought win over Burnley]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal take a huge step towards becoming Premier League champions as Kai Havertz's goal is enough to beat relegated Burnley at Emirates Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arsenal-one-step-closer-to-title-after-hard-fought-win-over-burnley/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 23:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arsenal-one-step-closer-to-title-after-hard-fought-win-over-burnley/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guardiola's legacy of genius will echo through all ages for years to come]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Manchester City prepare for Pep Guardiola's exit, Phil McNulty reflects on how he has changed football in England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/guardiolas-legacy-of-genius-will-echo-through-all-ages-for-years-to-come/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 23:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/guardiolas-legacy-of-genius-will-echo-through-all-ages-for-years-to-come/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mourinho wants Rashford at Real Madrid - Tuesday gossip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jose Mourinho wants Marcus Rashford at Real Madrid, Everton and Aston Villa interested in William Osula, Levi Colwill not currently in talks over an improved Chelsea contract, plus more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mourinho-wants-rashford-at-real-madrid-tuesday-gossip/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 22:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mourinho-wants-rashford-at-real-madrid-tuesday-gossip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City's Shaw wins WSL Player of the Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City striker Khadija Shaw wins the WSL Football's Player of the Season and Golden Boot awards at a ceremony in London.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-citys-shaw-wins-wsl-player-of-the-season/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 21:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-citys-shaw-wins-wsl-player-of-the-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Everton director loses Russian sanctions challenge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sarvar Ismailov was sanctioned in 2022 due to his billionaire uncle's ties to Vladimir Putin.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ex-everton-director-loses-russian-sanctions-challenge/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 20:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ex-everton-director-loses-russian-sanctions-challenge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PGMO admits handball error on Man Utd goal v Forest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United's second goal in Sunday's Premier League win over Nottingham Forest should have been disallowed for handball, the referees' body has admitted.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/pgmo-admits-handball-error-on-man-utd-goal-v-forest/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 20:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/pgmo-admits-handball-error-on-man-utd-goal-v-forest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Clarke's key questions for Scotland World Cup squad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Steve Clarke names his Scotland squad for the World Cup on Tuesday and while the head coach has a largely settled group, BBC Sport Scotland takes a look at potential bolters.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/clarkes-key-questions-for-scotland-world-cup-squad/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 19:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/clarkes-key-questions-for-scotland-world-cup-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leeds promise bans over homophobic chants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leeds United say fans found to have been responsible for homophobic chanting during their Premier League game against Brighton will face "lengthy stadium bans".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/leeds-promise-bans-over-homophobic-chants/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 18:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/leeds-promise-bans-over-homophobic-chants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Austria include Arnautovic in World Cup squad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former West Ham and Stoke striker Marko Arnautovic is included in Austria's squad for their first appearance at a World Cup in 28 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/austria-include-arnautovic-in-world-cup-squad/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 18:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/austria-include-arnautovic-in-world-cup-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Every nation's squad as they are announced]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every squad for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico as they are announced.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-2026-every-nations-squad-as-they-are-announced/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 18:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-2026-every-nations-squad-as-they-are-announced/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Title party fanzones not possible due to cost, says council]]></title><description><![CDATA[Glasgow's Trongate area saw clashes between Celtic fans and police on Saturday,after the Parkhead side dramatically won the SPFL.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/title-party-fanzones-not-possible-due-to-cost-says-council/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 17:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/title-party-fanzones-not-possible-due-to-cost-says-council/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[West Ham relegation may cost London taxpayers £2.5m]]></title><description><![CDATA[London taxpayers may have to pay an extra &pound;2.5m if West Ham are relegated from the Premier League, because of the club's lease agreement for London Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/west-ham-relegation-may-cost-london-taxpayers-25m/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 17:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/west-ham-relegation-may-cost-london-taxpayers-25m/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Europe 'best way' to end Bournemouth stay - Iraola]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola says finishing in a European place would be the "best way" to finish his time at the club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/europe-best-way-to-end-bournemouth-stay-iraola/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 17:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/europe-best-way-to-end-bournemouth-stay-iraola/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Croatia name Modric, 40, in World Cup squad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Veteran midfielder Luka Modric is named in Croatia's squad for the World Cup and is expected to recover from a fractured cheekbone in time for the tournament.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/croatia-name-modric-40-in-world-cup-squad/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 17:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/croatia-name-modric-40-in-world-cup-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former De Zerbi assistant becomes Ukraine manager]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andrea Maldera, a former assistant manager of Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi, has been appointed Ukraine head coach.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/former-de-zerbi-assistant-becomes-ukraine-manager/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 16:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/former-de-zerbi-assistant-becomes-ukraine-manager/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shamrock's Lopes makes Cape Verde's World Cup squad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shamrock Rovers centre-back Roberto Lopes is named in Cape Verde's 26-man squad for this summer's World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/shamrocks-lopes-makes-cape-verdes-world-cup-squad/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 16:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/shamrocks-lopes-makes-cape-verdes-world-cup-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O'Neill rejects 'nonsense' criticism of pitch invasion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Celtic manager Martin O'Neill says it is "nonsense" to suggest the pitch invasion that followed Saturday's dramatic Scottish Premiership title win embarrassed the game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/oneill-rejects-nonsense-criticism-of-pitch-invasion/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 16:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/oneill-rejects-nonsense-criticism-of-pitch-invasion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[If I was Slot I'd have Salah nowhere near the stadium - Rooney]]></title><description><![CDATA[After Mohamed Salah's social media post questioning Liverpool's style of play, Wayne Rooney says he would have the forward "nowhere near the stadium" for their final Premier League match.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/if-i-was-slot-id-have-salah-nowhere-near-the-stadium-rooney/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 16:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/if-i-was-slot-id-have-salah-nowhere-near-the-stadium-rooney/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[So many positives for Hearts despite final day pain - McInnes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Derek McInnes believes Heart of Midlothian can use this season as a springboard once they recover from the hurt of the final day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/so-many-positives-for-hearts-despite-final-day-pain-mcinnes/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 15:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/so-many-positives-for-hearts-despite-final-day-pain-mcinnes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carvajal to leave Real Madrid after 23 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid captain Dani Carvajal will leave the club at the end of this season after two spells at the Santiago Bernabeu covering 23 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/carvajal-to-leave-real-madrid-after-23-years/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 14:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/carvajal-to-leave-real-madrid-after-23-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How overperforming Villa returned to Champions League]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eight places better off than their expected position, Aston Villa are the highest overperforming team in the Premier League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-overperforming-villa-returned-to-champions-league/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 13:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-overperforming-villa-returned-to-champions-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who has the most Premier League assists in a season?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our Ask Me Anything team look at who has provided the most assists in the history of the Premier League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-has-the-most-premier-league-assists-in-a-season/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 13:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-has-the-most-premier-league-assists-in-a-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giroud, Azpilicueta and McCarthy join BBC World Cup team]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport announces its plans for the 2026 Fifa World Cup next month including coverage of all 104 matches in the United States, Canada and Mexico.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/giroud-azpilicueta-and-mccarthy-join-bbc-world-cup-team/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/giroud-azpilicueta-and-mccarthy-join-bbc-world-cup-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No Celtic future talks before cup final for O'Neill]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin O'Neill does not expect there to be discussion about the Celtic manager's position before Saturday's Scottish Cup final, and doubts he would "have the energy" to continue.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/no-celtic-future-talks-before-cup-final-for-oneill/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 12:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/no-celtic-future-talks-before-cup-final-for-oneill/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No Celtic future chat before cup final, says O'Neill]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin O'Neill does not expect there to be discussion about the Celtic manager's position before Saturday's Scottish Cup final, and doubts he would "have the energy" to continue.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/no-celtic-future-chat-before-cup-final-says-oneill/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 12:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/no-celtic-future-chat-before-cup-final-says-oneill/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Town of 13,000 people spawns a Bundesliga team]]></title><description><![CDATA[Elversberg will become one of the smallest clubs ever to play in the Bundesliga after securing a first promotion to Germany's top flight.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/town-of-13000-people-spawns-a-bundesliga-team/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 10:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/town-of-13000-people-spawns-a-bundesliga-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Podcast: Title race debrief - is Scottish football at a turning point?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Celtic are champions after a final-day decider - where now for Scottish football?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/podcast-title-race-debrief-is-scottish-football-at-a-turning-point/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 10:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/podcast-title-race-debrief-is-scottish-football-at-a-turning-point/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stories, scheduling &amp; spectacle - five takeaways from 2025-26 WSL]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the 2025-26 season in the books, BBC Sport answers five pertinent questions from the Women's Super League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/stories-scheduling-amp-spectacle-five-takeaways-from-2025-26-wsl/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 07:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/stories-scheduling-amp-spectacle-five-takeaways-from-2025-26-wsl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Selfish Salah should be dropped from Anfield finale - Rooney]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mohamed Salah should be dropped from Liverpool's season finale for "selfish" criticism of the club, says Wayne Rooney.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/selfish-salah-should-be-dropped-from-anfield-finale-rooney/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/selfish-salah-should-be-dropped-from-anfield-finale-rooney/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Salah statement shows how Liverpool have become disjointed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Match of the Day pundits Mark Schwarzer and Dion Dublin believe Mohamed Salah's comments on social media regarding Liverpool's style of play under Arne Slot show there is a lack of happiness and harmony within the squad.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-salah-statement-shows-how-liverpool-have-become-disjointed/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 01:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-salah-statement-shows-how-liverpool-have-become-disjointed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will Wharton be in England's World Cup squad?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport pundits Mark Schwarzer and Dion Dublin analyse Adam Wharton's performance in Crystal Palace's 2-2 draw with Brentford and argue that the England midfielder could cement his place in Thomas Tuchel's World Cup squad, if he can have an impressive performance in the UEFA Conference League final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/will-wharton-be-in-englands-world-cup-squad/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 01:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/will-wharton-be-in-englands-world-cup-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I was screaming' - footballer stabbed seven times recalls mass knife attack]]></title><description><![CDATA[Footballer Jonathan Gjoshe was among the 11 passengers seriously injured in a knife attack on a train as it travelled through Cambridgeshire last November.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/i-was-screaming-footballer-stabbed-seven-times-recalls-mass-knife-attack/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 01:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/i-was-screaming-footballer-stabbed-seven-times-recalls-mass-knife-attack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How 'poor' West Ham were 'torn apart' by Newcastle]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport pundits Mark Schwarzer and Dion Dublin analyse how Newcastle United were able to exploit large spaces between West Ham's back three, in their 3-1 win at St James' Park in the Premier League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-poor-west-ham-were-torn-apart-by-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 01:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-poor-west-ham-were-torn-apart-by-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Should Cunha's goal have been disallowed?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport pundits Mark Schwarzer and Dion Dublin believe Bryan Mbeumo using his arm to trap the ball to his side to help better control Diego Dalot's cross in the build-up to Matheus Cunha's goal, gave Manchester United an "unfair advantage" in their 3-2 win over Nottingham Forest in the Premier League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/should-cunhas-goal-have-been-disallowed/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 00:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/should-cunhas-goal-have-been-disallowed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fans' fury as West Ham on brink of drop - how have they got here?]]></title><description><![CDATA[It was less than three years ago that West Ham were lifting a European trophy in Prague. But they are now on the verge of relegation from Premier League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fans-fury-as-west-ham-on-brink-of-drop-how-have-they-got-here/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 23:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fans-fury-as-west-ham-on-brink-of-drop-how-have-they-got-here/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who is pushing for late England World Cup call-up?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With Thomas Tuchel naming his England squad for the World Cup on Friday, which players have made late pushes to be included?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-is-pushing-for-late-england-world-cup-call-up/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 22:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/who-is-pushing-for-late-england-world-cup-call-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nine teams, four spots - Premier League set for European scramble]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Premier League title and relegation fights might be dominating the headlines, but the race for Europe is proving to be an equally chaotic and enthralling battle this season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/nine-teams-four-spots-premier-league-set-for-european-scramble/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 22:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/nine-teams-four-spots-premier-league-set-for-european-scramble/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neymar furious as he is wrongly substituted]]></title><description><![CDATA[Neymar was involved in a furious row with officials after Santos claimed the forward had been wrongly substituted in their 3-0 defeat by Coritiba - a day before Brazil announce their World Cup squad.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/neymar-furious-as-he-is-wrongly-substituted/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 21:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/neymar-furious-as-he-is-wrongly-substituted/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fulham held to draw at bottom side Wolves]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fulham's fading hopes of European qualification suffered a terminal blow as they drew against Wolves in the Premier League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fulham-held-to-draw-at-bottom-side-wolves/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 21:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fulham-held-to-draw-at-bottom-side-wolves/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Late Leeds winner deals blow to Brighton's Europa League hopes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dominic Calvert-Lewin's 96th-minute goal gives Leeds United a 1-0 win over Brighton &amp; Hove Albion at Elland Road, as Fabian Hurzeler's side stay in 7th heading into the final week of the Premier League season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/late-leeds-winner-deals-blow-to-brightons-europa-league-hopes/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 21:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/late-leeds-winner-deals-blow-to-brightons-europa-league-hopes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Outtara double rescues home draw for Brentford against Palace]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dango Outtara scores twice to earn Brentford a 2-2 draw at home to Crystal Palace in the Premier League, as Keith Andrews' side stay in the hunt for European football.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/outtara-double-rescues-home-draw-for-brentford-against-palace/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 21:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/outtara-double-rescues-home-draw-for-brentford-against-palace/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Michael Jackson and Spider-Man – Premier League celebrations take a turn]]></title><description><![CDATA[After brief appearances by the King of Pop and the web-slinging superhero on Sunday, we take at look at some of the Premier League's most memorable celebrations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/michael-jackson-and-spider-man-premier-league-celebrations-take-a-turn/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 21:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/michael-jackson-and-spider-man-premier-league-celebrations-take-a-turn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fernandes equals assist record as Man Utd beat Forest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bruno Fernandes earns his 20th Premier League assist of the season, equalling the record set by Kevin De Bruyne and Thierry Henry, as Manchester United defeat Nottingham Forest 3-2 in their final home game of the campaign at Old Trafford.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fernandes-equals-assist-record-as-man-utd-beat-forest/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 21:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fernandes-equals-assist-record-as-man-utd-beat-forest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Osula stars as Newcastle increase West Ham's relegation worries]]></title><description><![CDATA[William Osula scores twice as Newcastle soundly defeat West Ham United 3-1, to leave Nuno Espirito Santo's side on the brink of relegation from the Premier League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/osula-stars-as-newcastle-increase-west-hams-relegation-worries/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 21:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/osula-stars-as-newcastle-increase-west-hams-relegation-worries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sunderland keep Europe hopes alive with win at Everton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sunderland come from behind to defeat Everton 3-1 at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, moving up to ninth in the Premier League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/sunderland-keep-europe-hopes-alive-with-win-at-everton/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 21:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/sunderland-keep-europe-hopes-alive-with-win-at-everton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Man City's FA Cup win means for Premier League places in Europe]]></title><description><![CDATA[The top eight in the Premier League will now qualify for Europe - and sixth could yet end up in the Champions League. Here's how.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-man-citys-fa-cup-win-means-for-premier-league-places-in-europe/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 18:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-man-citys-fa-cup-win-means-for-premier-league-places-in-europe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Another handball 'mess' - is it time to change law?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The decision to allow Matheus Cunha's goal to stand, following an "accidental" handball by Bryan Mbeumo in the build-up, has baffled pundits, players and fans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/another-handball-mess-is-it-time-to-change-law/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 17:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/another-handball-mess-is-it-time-to-change-law/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers set for 'summer of change' as Cavenagh backs Rohl]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rangers chairman Andrew Cavenagh backs manager Danny Rohl and says a "summer of substantial change" will happen at Ibrox after the failings of this season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/rangers-set-for-summer-of-change-as-cavenagh-backs-rohl/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 14:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/rangers-set-for-summer-of-change-as-cavenagh-backs-rohl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Earps close to WSL return as PSG exit nears]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England goalkeeper Mary Earps is close to a return to the Women&rsquo;s Super League, with her exit from Paris St-Germain edging closer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/earps-close-to-wsl-return-as-psg-exit-nears/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 12:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/earps-close-to-wsl-return-as-psg-exit-nears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What does Premiership climax mean for European places?]]></title><description><![CDATA[What does Saturday's dramatic and chaotic climax to the Scottish Premiership top-six mean for European football next season?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-does-premiership-climax-mean-for-european-places/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 10:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-does-premiership-climax-mean-for-european-places/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tipped for relegation to title winners - AGF's 'King Arthur' moment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aarhus GF were tipped for relegation from the Danish Superliga this season. Instead, they will lift the championship trophy for the first time in 40 years this Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tipped-for-relegation-to-title-winners-agfs-king-arthur-moment/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 10:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tipped-for-relegation-to-title-winners-agfs-king-arthur-moment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['They always deliver' - Man City savour 'magical' title]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the first time in seven seasons, the ribbons on the Women's Super League trophy are a different shade of blue after Manchester City's "magical" triumph.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/they-always-deliver-man-city-savour-magical-title/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/they-always-deliver-man-city-savour-magical-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why summers of change beckon for WSL giants]]></title><description><![CDATA[With players departing and improved seasons needed, there could be summers of change for Arsenal and Chelsea.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-summers-of-change-beckon-for-wsl-giants/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 18:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-summers-of-change-beckon-for-wsl-giants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Truth stranger than fiction as O'Neill leads Celtic from hostility to happiness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin O'Neill said Celtic would have to win seven out of seven in the run-in to win the Scottish Premiership - here is how they did it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/truth-stranger-than-fiction-as-oneill-leads-celtic-from-hostility-to-happiness/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 17:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/truth-stranger-than-fiction-as-oneill-leads-celtic-from-hostility-to-happiness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three Lions - the football anthem that united a nation]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport speaks to Three Lions co-creator David Baddiel about the song that united a nation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/three-lions-the-football-anthem-that-united-a-nation/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 08:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/three-lions-the-football-anthem-that-united-a-nation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is financial gap between Old Firm and rest of Scottish Premiership?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our Ask Me Anything team look at the financial gap between the Old Firm and the rest of Scottish top-flight football.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-is-financial-gap-between-old-firm-and-rest-of-scottish-premiership/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 15:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-is-financial-gap-between-old-firm-and-rest-of-scottish-premiership/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robertson to referee Celtic v Hearts title decider]]></title><description><![CDATA[Don Robertson will take charge of Saturday's Scottish Premiership decider between Celtic and Hearts at Parkhead, with Kevin Clancy named as the VAR.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/robertson-to-referee-celtic-v-hearts-title-decider/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 12:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/robertson-to-referee-celtic-v-hearts-title-decider/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madonna, Shakira &amp; BTS to headline World Cup final half-time show]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madonna, Shakira and K-pop boy band BTS will headline the Super Bowl-style half-time show at this summer's World Cup final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/madonna-shakira-amp-bts-to-headline-world-cup-final-half-time-show/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 12:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/madonna-shakira-amp-bts-to-headline-world-cup-final-half-time-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dundee United's Ferry in Republic of Ireland squad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dundee United defender Will Ferry is called up to the Republic of Ireland squad for Saturday's friendly against Grenada.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/dundee-uniteds-ferry-in-republic-of-ireland-squad/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 12:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/dundee-uniteds-ferry-in-republic-of-ireland-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prolific scorers &amp; famous sons - ones to watch in Youth Cup final on BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City take on Manchester United in an eagerly awaited FA Youth Cup final at Joie Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/prolific-scorers-amp-famous-sons-ones-to-watch-in-youth-cup-final-on-bbc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 12:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/prolific-scorers-amp-famous-sons-ones-to-watch-in-youth-cup-final-on-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Braintree's Smith in New Zealand World Cup squad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Defender Tommy Smith, whose club Braintree Town were relegated from the National League this season, is named in New Zealand's World Cup squad.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/braintrees-smith-in-new-zealand-world-cup-squad/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 11:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/braintrees-smith-in-new-zealand-world-cup-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hall, 18, becomes youngest to score MLS hat-trick]]></title><description><![CDATA[Forward Julian Hall makes MLS history by becoming the youngest player to score a hat-trick in Red Bull New York's win over Columbus Crew.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/hall-18-becomes-youngest-to-score-mls-hat-trick/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 11:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/hall-18-becomes-youngest-to-score-mls-hat-trick/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Captain Gorry to leave West Ham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Katrina Gorry, who will leave West Ham when her contract expires next month, says captaining the side has been "the greatest honour".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/captain-gorry-to-leave-west-ham/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/captain-gorry-to-leave-west-ham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louie Barry - Barcelona to Wembley via nine loans]]></title><description><![CDATA[From Barcelona to Stockport and a second Wembley final - the rollercoaster career of "wonderkid" Louie Barry.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/louie-barry-barcelona-to-wembley-via-nine-loans/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 09:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/louie-barry-barcelona-to-wembley-via-nine-loans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celtic face European competition for Hibs midfielder Chaiwa - gossip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Celtic continue to pursue Hibs midfielder, while Paul Dickov believes a return to Rangers would benefit Scotland defender Nathan Patterson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/celtic-face-european-competition-for-hibs-midfielder-chaiwa-gossip/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 09:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/celtic-face-european-competition-for-hibs-midfielder-chaiwa-gossip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Captain Gyokeres for a Burnley bonanza - FPL team of the week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal's home game against Burnley is the perfect opportunity to capture a late-season FPL haul - but which attacking asset should you pick?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/captain-gyokeres-for-a-burnley-bonanza-fpl-team-of-the-week/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 08:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/captain-gyokeres-for-a-burnley-bonanza-fpl-team-of-the-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fifa risking player safety over heat at World Cup - scientists]]></title><description><![CDATA[A group of world-leading scientists warn Fifa its current heat safety measures for the men's 2026 World Cup are "inadequate" and could put players at risk of serious harm.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fifa-risking-player-safety-over-heat-at-world-cup-scientists/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fifa-risking-player-safety-over-heat-at-world-cup-scientists/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Penalty pandemonium sets up Hearts &amp; Celtic showdown for the ages]]></title><description><![CDATA[On a night of bewilderment, there was one unarguable truth. Hearts still have this in their own hands. Only Celtic can stop them, writes Tom English.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/penalty-pandemonium-sets-up-hearts-amp-celtic-showdown-for-the-ages/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 02:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/penalty-pandemonium-sets-up-hearts-amp-celtic-showdown-for-the-ages/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US drops $15,000 visa deposit for foreign fans with World Cup tickets]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fifty countries, including five that have qualified for the World Cup, are subject to the bond requirement as part of Trump's crackdown on visa overstays.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/us-drops-15000-visa-deposit-for-foreign-fans-with-world-cup-tickets/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 02:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/us-drops-15000-visa-deposit-for-foreign-fans-with-world-cup-tickets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celtic score controversial late penalty to set up epic final day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch the highlights as Celtic score a controversial late penalty to win at Motherwell and take the Scottish Premiership title race to a final-day decider against Hearts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/celtic-score-controversial-late-penalty-to-set-up-epic-final-day/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 01:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/celtic-score-controversial-late-penalty-to-set-up-epic-final-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hearts put three past Falkirk to move within point of title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch the highlights as Hearts beat Falkirk 3-0 to set up a final-day meeting with Celtic in which they only need to avoid defeat to win the Scottish Premiership.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/hearts-put-three-past-falkirk-to-move-within-point-of-title/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 01:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/hearts-put-three-past-falkirk-to-move-within-point-of-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Controversial 99th-minute penalty boosts Celtic title hopes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch the penalty award against Motherwell that keeps Celtic's Scottish Premiership title hopes alive going into a final-day showdown with Hearts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/controversial-99th-minute-penalty-boosts-celtic-title-hopes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 01:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/controversial-99th-minute-penalty-boosts-celtic-title-hopes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Was it a penalty? Celtic and Hearts face title decider as McInnes slams 'disgusting' call]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hearts head coach Derek McInnes says his side are "up against everybody" after a "disgusting" 99th-minute penalty winner for Celtic ensured the Scottish Premiership title race goes to a final-day decider on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/was-it-a-penalty-celtic-and-hearts-face-title-decider-as-mcinnes-slams-disgusting-call/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/was-it-a-penalty-celtic-and-hearts-face-title-decider-as-mcinnes-slams-disgusting-call/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Assist of the season? Mesmerising Foden keeps title hopes alive]]></title><description><![CDATA[Phil Foden's magical first-half assist proves the catalyst that Manchester City needed to maintain their challenge in this season's fascinating Premier League title race.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/assist-of-the-season-mesmerising-foden-keeps-title-hopes-alive/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/assist-of-the-season-mesmerising-foden-keeps-title-hopes-alive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City were too good for us - Glasner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner says Manchester City were "too good" for his side after losing 3-0 at Etihad Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-city-were-too-good-for-us-glasner/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-city-were-too-good-for-us-glasner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Beyond happy' - Guardiola praises Foden performance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says he is "beyond happy" with Phil Foden's performance after the midfielder provided two assists in City's 3-0 win against Crystal Palace.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/beyond-happy-guardiola-praises-foden-performance/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/beyond-happy-guardiola-praises-foden-performance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City pile pressure on Arsenal with Palace win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City beat Crystal Palace 3-0 at the Etihad Stadium, closing the gap on leaders Arsenal to two points in the Premier League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-city-pile-pressure-on-arsenal-with-palace-win/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-city-pile-pressure-on-arsenal-with-palace-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gordon agrees to Bayern move - Thursday's gossip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bayern Munich reach Anthony Gordon agreement, Ander Barrenetxea attracting Premier League interest and Manchester United prepare Elliot Anderson move.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/gordon-agrees-to-bayern-move-thursdays-gossip/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 23:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/gordon-agrees-to-bayern-move-thursdays-gossip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Arsenal have fallen short in WSL and Champions League this season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why have Renee Slegers' side not been able to get their hands on any of the season's biggest prizes?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-arsenal-have-fallen-short-in-wsl-and-champions-league-this-season/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 23:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-arsenal-have-fallen-short-in-wsl-and-champions-league-this-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[West Brom will not appeal against points penalty]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Bromwich Albion say an appeal against the EFL's decision to dock them two points for breaking financial rules is "not in their best interests" and want to "move on".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/west-brom-will-not-appeal-against-points-penalty/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 19:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/west-brom-will-not-appeal-against-points-penalty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Motherwell say no bid for Berthel Askou amid Toulouse talk]]></title><description><![CDATA[Motherwell insist they have received no approach for manager Jens Berthel Askou amid reports linking the Dane with French Ligue 1 side Toulouse.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/motherwell-say-no-bid-for-berthel-askou-amid-toulouse-talk/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/motherwell-say-no-bid-for-berthel-askou-amid-toulouse-talk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An iron fist joining a broken team: Inside Mourinho's Real return]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jose Mourinho is set to be appointed Real Madrid's new manager. Spanish football expert Guillem Balague explains why.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/an-iron-fist-joining-a-broken-team-inside-mourinhos-real-return/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 19:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/an-iron-fist-joining-a-broken-team-inside-mourinhos-real-return/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Spurs chief Levy never imagined relegation fight]]></title><description><![CDATA["Not in a million years" did Daniel Levy believe Tottenham would be fighting for Premier League survival after he stepped down as executive chairman.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ex-spurs-chief-levy-never-imagined-relegation-fight/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 18:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ex-spurs-chief-levy-never-imagined-relegation-fight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Levy optimistic Tottenham will avoid relegation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy is optimistic the club will remain in the Premier League despite battling relegation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/levy-optimistic-tottenham-will-avoid-relegation/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 17:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/levy-optimistic-tottenham-will-avoid-relegation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O'Neill stays but Blackburn stint will have 'turned heads']]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport NI speaks to former Northern Ireland defender Stephen Craigan as we ask what Michael O'Neill's decision to choose country rather than club means for the future of the international team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/oneill-stays-but-blackburn-stint-will-have-turned-heads/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 17:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/oneill-stays-but-blackburn-stint-will-have-turned-heads/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Afcon final 'deficiencies' dealt with - Caf president Motsepe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Confederation of African Football president Patrice Motsepe admits to errors following the chaotic Afcon final between Morocco and Senegal which dented Caf's reputation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/afcon-final-deficiencies-dealt-with-caf-president-motsepe/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 16:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/afcon-final-deficiencies-dealt-with-caf-president-motsepe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BBC to stream FA Youth Cup final between Man City &amp; Man Utd]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport will stream the FA Youth Cup final between Manchester City and Manchester United on Thursday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bbc-to-stream-fa-youth-cup-final-between-man-city-amp-man-utd/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 16:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bbc-to-stream-fa-youth-cup-final-between-man-city-amp-man-utd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I sold my late dad's diamond ring to get to Villa's Europa League final']]></title><description><![CDATA[Scott Barnes took the emotional decision, to bag a ticket to Villa's first Euro final since 1982.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/i-sold-my-late-dads-diamond-ring-to-get-to-villas-europa-league-final/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 15:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/i-sold-my-late-dads-diamond-ring-to-get-to-villas-europa-league-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Could Southampton be kicked out of play-offs over Spygate?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton will play Hull in the Championship play-off final. Or will they? As Spygate moves towards its conclusion, Middlesbrough could yet head to Wembley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/could-southampton-be-kicked-out-of-play-offs-over-spygate/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 15:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/could-southampton-be-kicked-out-of-play-offs-over-spygate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Utd chiefs to recommend Carrick for permanent job]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Carrick is expected to be recommended to Sir Jim Ratcliffe as the permanent boss of Manchester United by the club's senior executives.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-utd-chiefs-to-recommend-carrick-for-permanent-job/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 14:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-utd-chiefs-to-recommend-carrick-for-permanent-job/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Might a former Celtic hero help Haiti surprise Scotland?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Haitians, thanks to some savvy scouts and persuasive agents, are putting together a team which hopes to shock Scotland in their opening World Cup game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/might-a-former-celtic-hero-help-haiti-surprise-scotland/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 14:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/might-a-former-celtic-hero-help-haiti-surprise-scotland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup transport prices cut after fan backlash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prices for buses and trains to World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey have been cut following a backlash from fans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-transport-prices-cut-after-fan-backlash/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 13:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-transport-prices-cut-after-fan-backlash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland await Conway news before Tuesday squad announcement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland head coach Steve Clarke will announce his squad for this summer's World Cup on Tuesday, by which time he should know whether Tommy Conway is fit to travel if picked.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotland-await-conway-news-before-tuesday-squad-announcement/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 13:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotland-await-conway-news-before-tuesday-squad-announcement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All you need to know about the Europa League final]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks at all you need to know before this year's Europa League final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/all-you-need-to-know-about-the-europa-league-final/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 13:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/all-you-need-to-know-about-the-europa-league-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World's first international football stadium given protected status]]></title><description><![CDATA[The first Hampden Park is designated a scheduled monument in recognition of its place in football history.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/worlds-first-international-football-stadium-given-protected-status/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 10:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/worlds-first-international-football-stadium-given-protected-status/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beyond the Hollywood story - what are Wrexham really building?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport looks at how and why Wrexham co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac are building more than just a successful men's team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/beyond-the-hollywood-story-what-are-wrexham-really-building/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 08:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/beyond-the-hollywood-story-what-are-wrexham-really-building/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quiz: Name every club Mourinho has managed]]></title><description><![CDATA["The Special One" has managed 10 clubs across a 25-year career. Can you name them all?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/quiz-name-every-club-mourinho-has-managed/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 07:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/quiz-name-every-club-mourinho-has-managed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Liverpool owners face dilemma - stick or twist with Slot?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool owners FSG face a dilemma as they consider whether to react to growing fan dissent against Arne Slot, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/liverpool-owners-face-dilemma-stick-or-twist-with-slot/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 07:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/liverpool-owners-face-dilemma-stick-or-twist-with-slot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Gerrard went from 'best night' to 'head like a box of frogs']]></title><description><![CDATA[Steven Gerrard inspired Liverpool's Champions League win in 2005 but just two months later wanted out. What happened?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-gerrard-went-from-best-night-to-head-like-a-box-of-frogs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 01:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-gerrard-went-from-best-night-to-head-like-a-box-of-frogs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watch goals as Dunfermline &amp; Thistle draw play-off semi first leg]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch the goals as Dunfermline Athletic and Partick Thistle draw the first leg of their Scottish Premiership play-off semi-final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/watch-goals-as-dunfermline-amp-thistle-draw-play-off-semi-first-leg/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 23:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/watch-goals-as-dunfermline-amp-thistle-draw-play-off-semi-first-leg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Slavia Prague punished for pitch invasion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Slavia Prague are fined after a mass pitch invasion sees their match against rivals Sparta Prague abandoned]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/slavia-prague-punished-for-pitch-invasion/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 18:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/slavia-prague-punished-for-pitch-invasion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland to play Israel behind closed doors in Hungary]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland's Women's World Cup qualifying double-header against Israel next month will be played behind closed doors at a neutral stadium in Hungary.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotland-to-play-israel-behind-closed-doors-in-hungary/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 16:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/scotland-to-play-israel-behind-closed-doors-in-hungary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How do Chelsea rebuild for next season's WSL?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea are in an unusual position with one game to go in the Women's Super League and no silverware on the line.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-do-chelsea-rebuild-for-next-seasons-wsl/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 16:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-do-chelsea-rebuild-for-next-seasons-wsl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's West Ham or Spurs - how relegation fight is shaping up]]></title><description><![CDATA[With two games remaining of the Premier League season, Tottenham and West Ham are the two horses left in the race to avoid relegation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/its-west-ham-or-spurs-how-relegation-fight-is-shaping-up/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 14:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/its-west-ham-or-spurs-how-relegation-fight-is-shaping-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Forty years of the EFL play-offs - choose your favourite memories]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport looks back at 15 memorable moments from 40 years of the play-offs in the English Football League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/forty-years-of-the-efl-play-offs-choose-your-favourite-memories/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 10:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/forty-years-of-the-efl-play-offs-choose-your-favourite-memories/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Superhuman' managers shouldn't have to ask for help - Beard's family on loss]]></title><description><![CDATA[The family of former WSL manager Matt Beard tell BBC Sport about the emotional burden of football management, and the changes they want to see.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/superhuman-managers-shouldnt-have-to-ask-for-help-beards-family-on-loss/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 07:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/superhuman-managers-shouldnt-have-to-ask-for-help-beards-family-on-loss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tottenham players good enough to stay up - De Zerbi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi says his players are good enough to stay up after their draw with Leeds United leaves them two points clear above the relegation zone with two games to play.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tottenham-players-good-enough-to-stay-up-de-zerbi/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 00:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/tottenham-players-good-enough-to-stay-up-de-zerbi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Calvert-Lewin penalty earns Leeds draw at Tottenham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham Hotspur squander the opportunity to take a significant step towards Premier League safety as they are held to a 1-1 draw at home by Leeds United.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/calvert-lewin-penalty-earns-leeds-draw-at-tottenham/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 23:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/calvert-lewin-penalty-earns-leeds-draw-at-tottenham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What does future hold for Barcelona forward Rashford?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marcus Rashford has an uncertain future despite the on-loan Manchester United forward scoring a brilliant free-kick for Barcelona in El Clasico.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-does-future-hold-for-barcelona-forward-rashford/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-does-future-hold-for-barcelona-forward-rashford/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watch: Mead marks 50th Arsenal goal with stunning double]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch Beth Mead score her 50th and 51st WSL goals for Arsenal with the England forward set to depart the club at the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/watch-mead-marks-50th-arsenal-goal-with-stunning-double/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 15:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/watch-mead-marks-50th-arsenal-goal-with-stunning-double/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What are Fifa's rules on switching nationalities?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains the rules on players switching nations in international football.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-are-fifas-rules-on-switching-nationalities/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 10:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-are-fifas-rules-on-switching-nationalities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Flick's reshaped Barca dominated La Liga again]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hansi Flick has guided a new style of Barcelona to back-to-back La Liga titles - this is how the German coach did it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-flicks-reshaped-barca-dominated-la-liga-again/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 08:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-flicks-reshaped-barca-dominated-la-liga-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How the 'WAGs' came to define England's 2006 World Cup campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[A German spa town, a media frenzy and the birth of a cultural phenomenon. England's 2006 World Cup campaign is remembered as much for the 'WAGs' (wives and girlfriends) as the football.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-the-wags-came-to-define-englands-2006-world-cup-campaign/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 07:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-the-wags-came-to-define-englands-2006-world-cup-campaign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rooney praises 'really good' VAR call in Arsenal win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England and Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney believes the video assistant referee "did a really good job" in disallowing West Ham's late equaliser against Arsenal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/rooney-praises-really-good-var-call-in-arsenal-win/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 07:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/rooney-praises-really-good-var-call-in-arsenal-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why did England’s 2006 World Cup dream end in agony?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why did the England football team not fulfil their potential at the 2006 World Cup?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-did-englands-2006-world-cup-dream-end-in-agony/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-did-englands-2006-world-cup-dream-end-in-agony/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The story of how England's 'Golden Generation' unravelled]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why did the England football team not fulfill their potential at the 2006 World Cup?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-story-of-how-englands-golden-generation-unravelled/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-story-of-how-englands-golden-generation-unravelled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The summer a golden generation lost its shine]]></title><description><![CDATA[The summer of 2006 was meant to be England's moment. A world-class squad, celebrity partners and confident fans - the hype was huge and the fall was hard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-summer-a-golden-generation-lost-its-shine/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 02:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-summer-a-golden-generation-lost-its-shine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How 'real deal' Raya rescued Arsenal again]]></title><description><![CDATA[Match of the Day pundits Shay Given and Danny Murphy analyse David Raya's potential title-winning save from Mateus Fernandes during Arsenal's 1-0 victory over West Ham at the London stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-real-deal-raya-rescued-arsenal-again/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 01:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-real-deal-raya-rescued-arsenal-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VAR's biggest ever decision? - analysis]]></title><description><![CDATA[MOTD pundits Shay Given and Danny Murphy, and former Premier League assistant referee Darren Cann, analyse the controversial decision to rule out West Ham's late equaliser against Arsenal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/vars-biggest-ever-decision-analysis/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 01:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/vars-biggest-ever-decision-analysis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Thank you for everything' - Flick grateful for support after father's death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barcelona manager Hansi Flick thanks his team and the fans for their support after he took charge of them in Sunday's El Clasico against Real Madrid despite the death of his father.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/thank-you-for-everything-flick-grateful-for-support-after-fathers-death/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 00:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/thank-you-for-everything-flick-grateful-for-support-after-fathers-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Only his last changes worked' - how Arteta's gambles finally paid off]]></title><description><![CDATA[Match of the Day pundit Danny Murphy explains why Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta deserves credit after his side beat West Ham to take a huge step towards the Premier League title.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/only-his-last-changes-worked-how-artetas-gambles-finally-paid-off/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 00:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/only-his-last-changes-worked-how-artetas-gambles-finally-paid-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Everton target Stones return - Monday's gossip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Everton in talks over John Stones return, Manchester United keen to keep Amad Diallo and Newcastle hope to agree Lewis Miley deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/everton-target-stones-return-mondays-gossip/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 00:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/everton-target-stones-return-mondays-gossip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal the champions in waiting but doing it the hard way]]></title><description><![CDATA[This season hasn't always been easy on the eye, but Arsenal are on the brink of their first Premier League title in 22 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arsenal-the-champions-in-waiting-but-doing-it-the-hard-way/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 23:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arsenal-the-champions-in-waiting-but-doing-it-the-hard-way/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I will not let racist abuse define me - Danso]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham Hotspur defender Kevin Danso says he will not be defined by racist abuse after being targeted on social media.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/i-will-not-let-racist-abuse-define-me-danso/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 23:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/i-will-not-let-racist-abuse-define-me-danso/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The reasons West Ham face relegation - and why they are unlucky]]></title><description><![CDATA[When the dust settles on the West Ham goal that was ruled out against Arsenal, the cold reality is they are now probably facing relegation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-reasons-west-ham-face-relegation-and-why-they-are-unlucky/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 22:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-reasons-west-ham-face-relegation-and-why-they-are-unlucky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Biggest VAR call ever? Four chaotic minutes that may define the season]]></title><description><![CDATA[The most consequential decision in the history of VAR in the Premier League is played out over four minutes 11 seconds of drama at London Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/biggest-var-call-ever-four-chaotic-minutes-that-may-define-the-season/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 22:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/biggest-var-call-ever-four-chaotic-minutes-that-may-define-the-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Man City would be foolish to let Shaw leave]]></title><description><![CDATA[Khadija Shaw needed just 12 minutes to prove why Manchester City must not let her leave in the summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-man-city-would-be-foolish-to-let-shaw-leave/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 21:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-man-city-would-be-foolish-to-let-shaw-leave/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Where's the consistency?' - Bowen frustrated by VAR]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Ham captain Jarrod Bowen criticises the consistency of VAR after his side had a late equaliser ruled out for a foul on David Raya during their 1-0 defeat by Arsenal at the London Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/wheres-the-consistency-bowen-frustrated-by-var/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 21:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/wheres-the-consistency-bowen-frustrated-by-var/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pereira hails Forest 'spirit' as unbeaten run secures safety]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nottingham Forest manager Vitor Pereira hails the "spirit" of his players as they extend their unbeaten run in the Premier League with a 1-1 draw against Newcastle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/pereira-hails-forest-spirit-as-unbeaten-run-secures-safety/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 21:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/pereira-hails-forest-spirit-as-unbeaten-run-secures-safety/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal edge closer to title after late West Ham drama]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leandro Trossard's 83rd-minute goal is enough to give Premier League leaders Arsenal a dramatic 1-0 win, as West Ham United are denied a stoppage-time equaliser by VAR at the London Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arsenal-edge-closer-to-title-after-late-west-ham-drama/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 21:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arsenal-edge-closer-to-title-after-late-west-ham-drama/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Everton's European push dented with draw at Palace]]></title><description><![CDATA[Everton's push to finish in a European spot suffer a setback as Crystal Palace twice come from behind to pick up a 2-2 draw at Selhurst Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/evertons-european-push-dented-with-draw-at-palace/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 21:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/evertons-european-push-dented-with-draw-at-palace/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Burnley end losing streak with draw against Villa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Burnley end a run of five-straight Premier League defeats as they draw 2-2 with Aston Villa at Turf Moor.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/burnley-end-losing-streak-with-draw-against-villa/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 21:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/burnley-end-losing-streak-with-draw-against-villa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anderson scores late equaliser as Forest move closer to safety]]></title><description><![CDATA[Elliot Anderson scores against his former club to earn Nottingham Forest a 1-1 draw against Newcastle United and a seven-point cushion from the Premier League relegation zone.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/anderson-scores-late-equaliser-as-forest-move-closer-to-safety/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 21:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/anderson-scores-late-equaliser-as-forest-move-closer-to-safety/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lack of consistency in officiating upsetting - Espirito Santo]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo says the lack of consistency from the officials is upsetting as his side had a late equaliser against Arsenal overturned for a foul on David Raya.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/lack-of-consistency-in-officiating-upsetting-espirito-santo/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 20:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/lack-of-consistency-in-officiating-upsetting-espirito-santo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arteta praises officials' 'courage' for overturning West Ham equaliser]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praised the officials for overturning West Ham's stoppage-time equaliser as his side picked up a crucial 1-0 victory at the London Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arteta-praises-officials-courage-for-overturning-west-ham-equaliser/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 20:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arteta-praises-officials-courage-for-overturning-west-ham-equaliser/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anderson shows character to go with talent after personal loss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Elliot Anderson's crucial equaliser against Newcastle for Nottingham Forest was even more admirable given the huge personal loss he has suffered.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/anderson-shows-character-to-go-with-talent-after-personal-loss/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 20:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/anderson-shows-character-to-go-with-talent-after-personal-loss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celtic eye own fairytale as Hearts' story continues to captivate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Celtic have taken care of Rangers and are coming for Hearts. Can Derek McInnes' side hold them off in the final days of a tumultuous campaign?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/celtic-eye-own-fairytale-as-hearts-story-continues-to-captivate/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 19:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/celtic-eye-own-fairytale-as-hearts-story-continues-to-captivate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are Celtic now favourites to win Scottish Premiership?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hearts have led the Scottish Premiership since October and remain one point ahead with two games to go - but are Celtic now favourites for the title?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/are-celtic-now-favourites-to-win-scottish-premiership/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 19:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/are-celtic-now-favourites-to-win-scottish-premiership/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are Celtic now favourites to win Premiership?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hearts have led the Scottish Premiership since October and remain one point ahead with two games to go - but are Celtic now favourites for the title?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/are-celtic-now-favourites-to-win-premiership/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 19:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/are-celtic-now-favourites-to-win-premiership/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Howe 'looking at the future' with Gordon omission]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe says he left forward Anthony Gordon on the bench for the second week running because he is "looking at the future".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/howe-looking-at-the-future-with-gordon-omission/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 18:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/howe-looking-at-the-future-with-gordon-omission/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Brighton's first Women's FA Cup final felt like it was coming]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brighton reach their first Women's FA Cup final - and within one victory of a first piece of major silverware in the club's history.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-brightons-first-womens-fa-cup-final-felt-like-it-was-coming/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 18:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-brightons-first-womens-fa-cup-final-felt-like-it-was-coming/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup debutants to wear collectable patches on shirts]]></title><description><![CDATA[All players who make their first tournament appearance at this summer's Fifa World Cup will wear a debut patch on their shirts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-debutants-to-wear-collectable-patches-on-shirts/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 18:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/world-cup-debutants-to-wear-collectable-patches-on-shirts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Fantastic' Villa deserved to win - Emery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa manager Unai Emery says his side was "fantastic" and deserved all three points following a 2-2 with Burnley at Turf Moor.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fantastic-villa-deserved-to-win-emery/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 17:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fantastic-villa-deserved-to-win-emery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Everton not out of European chase yet - Moyes]]></title><description><![CDATA[David Moyes believes Everton are still in the hunt for European football but need to "step up" their pursuit, having gone five Premier League games without a win following a 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/everton-not-out-of-european-chase-yet-moyes/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 17:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/everton-not-out-of-european-chase-yet-moyes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['O'Neill has made Celtic players better']]></title><description><![CDATA[Celtic come from a goal down to beat Rangers in their battle to retain the league title.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/oneill-has-made-celtic-players-better/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 16:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/oneill-has-made-celtic-players-better/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hearts &amp; Celtic seal Champions League qualifier spots]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hearts will play in the Champions League qualifiers next season for the first time in 20 years as Celtic's win over Rangers guarantees a top-two Scottish Premiership finish.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/hearts-amp-celtic-seal-champions-league-qualifier-spots/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 16:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/hearts-amp-celtic-seal-champions-league-qualifier-spots/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Bologna target Verona's Bowie' - gossip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bologna reportedly target Hellas Verona striker Kieron Bowie as Liam Scales says he had no interest in leaving Celtic despite interest from other clubs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bologna-target-veronas-bowie-gossip/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 10:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bologna-target-veronas-bowie-gossip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What next for Kieran Trippier?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle United defender Kieran Trippier has an open mind about his next move as he focuses on finishing his St James' Park stay on a high.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-next-for-kieran-trippier/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 09:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-next-for-kieran-trippier/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How could extreme weather affect World Cup 2026?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With almost a month to go until the start of the World Cup, Simon King looks ahead to the weather's potential to disrupt the tournament this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-could-extreme-weather-affect-world-cup-2026/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-could-extreme-weather-affect-world-cup-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fans 'losing patience' with Slot as Liverpool 'lack identity' - Rooney]]></title><description><![CDATA[Speaking on Match of the Day, Wayne Rooney says Liverpool have "no identity" and "the players look disinterested", adding the club's supporters are "losing patience" with manager Arne Slot following their 1-1 draw at home to Chelsea in the Premier League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fans-losing-patience-with-slot-as-liverpool-lack-identity-rooney/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 00:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fans-losing-patience-with-slot-as-liverpool-lack-identity-rooney/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['The goals are coming' - is Doku keeping Man City in title race?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jeremy Doku said last month that he needed to add more goals to his game to be considered one of the best wingers in the world, so is he part of that conversation now?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-goals-are-coming-is-doku-keeping-man-city-in-title-race/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 22:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/the-goals-are-coming-is-doku-keeping-man-city-in-title-race/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Race for Europe: How it stands and remaining games]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the Premier League season nears its conclusion, who are favourites to secure a place in Europe next season, and how many English teams could qualify?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/race-for-europe-how-it-stands-and-remaining-games/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 21:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/race-for-europe-how-it-stands-and-remaining-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manchester City beat stubborn Brentford to keep title race alive]]></title><description><![CDATA[Goals from Jeremy Doku, Erling Haaland and Omar Marmoush help Manchester City beat Brentford 3-0 at the Etihad Stadium to secure a vital win in the Premier League title race, as City move two points behind leaders Arsenal with three games remaining.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/manchester-city-beat-stubborn-brentford-to-keep-title-race-alive/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 21:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/manchester-city-beat-stubborn-brentford-to-keep-title-race-alive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lacking depth, little threat - Man Utd will not find replacing Casemiro easy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United have failed to win any of the four Premier League games Casemiro has failed to start this season, leaving Michael Carrick to ponder how to replace him when he leaves this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/lacking-depth-little-threat-man-utd-will-not-find-replacing-casemiro-easy/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/lacking-depth-little-threat-man-utd-will-not-find-replacing-casemiro-easy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boos, no intensity and no identity - who are Slot's Liverpool?]]></title><description><![CDATA[More boos at Anfield highlight why Liverpool must change their style during a seismic summer for Arne Slot.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/boos-no-intensity-and-no-identity-who-are-slots-liverpool/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 18:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/boos-no-intensity-and-no-identity-who-are-slots-liverpool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Le Mans rose from sixth tier to cusp of top-flight return]]></title><description><![CDATA[Le Mans is most commonly known for its 24-hour race, but the city's football club is backed by big-name sportsmen and on a rapid rise.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-le-mans-rose-from-sixth-tier-to-cusp-of-top-flight-return/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 09:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-le-mans-rose-from-sixth-tier-to-cusp-of-top-flight-return/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fernandes: The trophies, the assist record and his future]]></title><description><![CDATA[No Premier League medal, no Champions League title, but Bruno Fernandes has won other trophies and many accolades, and the FWA footballer of the year is on the brink of setting a record.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fernandes-the-trophies-the-assist-record-and-his-future/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 00:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fernandes-the-trophies-the-assist-record-and-his-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bonuses, players on the beach &amp; the phoney war - Pulis' end-of-season insights]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tony Pulis on why motivating players who have nothing to play for is just one of the challenges facing a manager at the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bonuses-players-on-the-beach-amp-the-phoney-war-pulis-end-of-season-insights/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 09:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bonuses-players-on-the-beach-amp-the-phoney-war-pulis-end-of-season-insights/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coming soon: Alex Batty vanished at 11 - now he tells his story]]></title><description><![CDATA[At 11 years old, Alex thought he was going on holiday. Instead, he vanished for six years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/coming-soon-alex-batty-vanished-at-11-now-he-tells-his-story/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 01:21:17 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/coming-soon-alex-batty-vanished-at-11-now-he-tells-his-story/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Glasner's long Palace goodbye sets up 'perfect' finale]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crystal Palace desperately did not want to be in the Conference League - now they are one game from winning it and creating more club history and a "perfect" finale for boss Oliver Glasner.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/glasners-long-palace-goodbye-sets-up-perfect-finale/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 01:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/glasners-long-palace-goodbye-sets-up-perfect-finale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vibrant and victorious - Villa ready to end 30-year trophy drought]]></title><description><![CDATA[When Unai Emery arrived at Aston Villa he declared he wanted to win trophies. He is now just a game away from silverware after a crushing Europa League semi-final win against Nottingham Forest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/vibrant-and-victorious-villa-ready-to-end-30-year-trophy-drought/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 01:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/vibrant-and-victorious-villa-ready-to-end-30-year-trophy-drought/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[English clubs reach all three European finals for first time]]></title><description><![CDATA[English teams have reached the finals of three different European competitions in the same season for the first time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/english-clubs-reach-all-three-european-finals-for-first-time/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 00:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/english-clubs-reach-all-three-european-finals-for-first-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['He didn't hit me, I didn't hit him' - Valverde speaks as Real take action]]></title><description><![CDATA[Federico Valverde went to hospital after a dressing room row with Real Madrid team-mate Aurelien Tchouameni which left him with a head injury after he "accidentally hit a table".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/he-didnt-hit-me-i-didnt-hit-him-valverde-speaks-as-real-take-action/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 23:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/he-didnt-hit-me-i-didnt-hit-him-valverde-speaks-as-real-take-action/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Villa could get sixth into the Champions League]]></title><description><![CDATA[A host of Premier League clubs will be backing Aston Villa to win the Europa League - as it could secure Champions League qualification for whoever finishes sixth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-villa-could-get-sixth-into-the-champions-league/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 23:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-villa-could-get-sixth-into-the-champions-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City monitor Vinicius Jr - Friday's gossip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City are keen on Real Madrid winger Vinicius Jr, Bayern Munich make contact with Newcastle United over Anthony Gordon, France forward Bradley Barcola could leave PSG in the summer, plus more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-city-monitor-vinicius-jr-fridays-gossip/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 22:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-city-monitor-vinicius-jr-fridays-gossip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Southampton face EFL probe over alleged spying on Middlesbrough]]></title><description><![CDATA[The EFL launches an investigation into an alleged case of spying by a member of Southampton's staff at Middlesbrough before they meet in the Championship play-offs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/southampton-face-efl-probe-over-alleged-spying-on-middlesbrough/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 22:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/southampton-face-efl-probe-over-alleged-spying-on-middlesbrough/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shakira unveils official World Cup 2026 song]]></title><description><![CDATA[Colombian pop star Shakira unveils her official song for the 2026 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/shakira-unveils-official-world-cup-2026-song/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 21:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/shakira-unveils-official-world-cup-2026-song/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I wouldn't pay it' - Trump on USA ticket price]]></title><description><![CDATA[US President Donald Trump says he "wouldn't pay it either" when asked about the potential ticket price to watch his country play Paraguay in their 2026 World Cup opener.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/i-wouldnt-pay-it-trump-on-usa-ticket-price/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 20:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/i-wouldnt-pay-it-trump-on-usa-ticket-price/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[McClean criticises FAI 'backbone' over Israel games]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Republic of Ireland manager Brian Kerr is one of 39 signatories of an open letter calling on the Football Association of Ireland to boycott Nations League fixtures against Israel.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mcclean-criticises-fai-backbone-over-israel-games/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 20:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mcclean-criticises-fai-backbone-over-israel-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brighton boss Hurzeler signs new deal to 2029]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brighton head coach Fabian Hurzeler says it is an "honour" to sign a new three-year deal with the club and he's "excited about what's still to come".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/brighton-boss-hurzeler-signs-new-deal-to-2029/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 18:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/brighton-boss-hurzeler-signs-new-deal-to-2029/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fifa and Panini to end partnership after 2030 World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fanatics will provide collectibles such as sticker albums for Fifa from 2031 onwards after a new deal was signed on Thursday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fifa-and-panini-to-end-partnership-after-2030-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 18:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/fifa-and-panini-to-end-partnership-after-2030-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sutton's predictions v boxing world champion Fabio Wardley]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Sutton takes on world champion boxer Fabio Wardley plus the BBC readers and AI with his predictions for this weekend's fixtures.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/suttons-predictions-v-boxing-world-champion-fabio-wardley/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 17:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/suttons-predictions-v-boxing-world-champion-fabio-wardley/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chance for Millwall's class of 2026 to match 1988 heroes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Lions' journey from relegation in 1989-90 to now has been one of relegations, promotions and tragedy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/chance-for-millwalls-class-of-2026-to-match-1988-heroes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 16:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/chance-for-millwalls-class-of-2026-to-match-1988-heroes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bartley felt 'no option' but to resign as Livingston boss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Marvin Bartley says he and assistant Neil Hastings felt they "had no option but to resign" from Livingston after being asked to reapply for their positions with the relegated club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bartley-felt-no-option-but-to-resign-as-livingston-boss/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 16:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/bartley-felt-no-option-but-to-resign-as-livingston-boss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nobody can question Hearts' mentality - McInnes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Derek McInnes believes anyone still questioning whether his Heart of Midlothian side have the courage to handle the heat of the Scottish Premiership title race has not been paying attention.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/nobody-can-question-hearts-mentality-mcinnes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 14:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/nobody-can-question-hearts-mentality-mcinnes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jeglertz's pride at creating Man City's 'winning culture']]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City manager Andree Jeglertz says the club have created a "winning feeling" that they hope can lead to sustained success.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/jeglertzs-pride-at-creating-man-citys-winning-culture/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 14:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/jeglertzs-pride-at-creating-man-citys-winning-culture/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paris disturbances and 127 arrests mar PSG's Champions League win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fans took to the streets to celebrate the Paris team's qualification for the final, but celebrations were marred by disturbances.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/paris-disturbances-and-127-arrests-mar-psgs-champions-league-win/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 14:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/paris-disturbances-and-127-arrests-mar-psgs-champions-league-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unmasking the coach who led Man City to WSL title glory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Who is the Swedish mastermind who has guided Manchester City to a first Women's Super League title for a decade?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/unmasking-the-coach-who-led-man-city-to-wsl-title-glory/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 14:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/unmasking-the-coach-who-led-man-city-to-wsl-title-glory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beard inquest delayed over Burnley 'bullying' concerns]]></title><description><![CDATA[The inquest into the death of former Women's Super League football manager Matt Beard is delayed over concerns raised by his family about alleged "bullying".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/beard-inquest-delayed-over-burnley-bullying-concerns/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 14:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/beard-inquest-delayed-over-burnley-bullying-concerns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stryjek 'never had doubt' about return from heart surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kilmarnock goalkeeper Max Stryjek reveals how he has been living with a ticking time bomb of heart trouble for a decade but never had any doubts he would recover from last year's surgery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/stryjek-never-had-doubt-about-return-from-heart-surgery/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 13:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/stryjek-never-had-doubt-about-return-from-heart-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kilmarnock's Stryjek 'never had doubt' about return from heart surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kilmarnock goalkeeper Max Stryjek reveals how he has been living with a ticking time bomb of heart trouble for a decade but never had any doubts he would recover from last year's surgery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/kilmarnocks-stryjek-never-had-doubt-about-return-from-heart-surgery/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 13:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/kilmarnocks-stryjek-never-had-doubt-about-return-from-heart-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea favourites to sign Shaw as Man City exit nears]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea are favourites to sign striker Khadija Shaw on a free contract as an exit from Manchester City nears this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/chelsea-favourites-to-sign-shaw-as-man-city-exit-nears/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 13:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/chelsea-favourites-to-sign-shaw-as-man-city-exit-nears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From wild card to underdog - who will win Championship play-offs?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Millwall, Southampton, Middlesbrough and Hull City can still win promotion to the Premier League - but who will prevail?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/from-wild-card-to-underdog-who-will-win-championship-play-offs/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 13:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/from-wild-card-to-underdog-who-will-win-championship-play-offs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Elgin suspend manager Hale amid investigation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Elgin City suspend manager Allan Hale "with immediate effect, pending an ongoing investigation".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/elgin-suspend-manager-hale-amid-investigation/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 11:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/elgin-suspend-manager-hale-amid-investigation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Villa's Staniforth 'at ease' with decision to retire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa midfielder and former England international Lucy Staniforth did not hesitate when she made the decision to retire from football at the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/villas-staniforth-at-ease-with-decision-to-retire/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 11:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/villas-staniforth-at-ease-with-decision-to-retire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Liverpool reduce planned rise in ticket prices]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool cut the size of their planned rise in ticket prices for the next couple of seasons after fan protests.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/liverpool-reduce-planned-rise-in-ticket-prices/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 11:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/liverpool-reduce-planned-rise-in-ticket-prices/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What are European stakes for Scottish clubs in closing games?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland clings on to five European places for one more season, so who gets what at the end of this campaign?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-are-european-stakes-for-scottish-clubs-in-closing-games/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 10:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-are-european-stakes-for-scottish-clubs-in-closing-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cherki your man for double gameweek 36 - FPL team of the week]]></title><description><![CDATA[This week is the final double gameweek of the FPL season, with Manchester City and Crystal Palace both playing twice, so tripling up on Pep Guardiola's side is essential.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/cherki-your-man-for-double-gameweek-36-fpl-team-of-the-week/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 09:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/cherki-your-man-for-double-gameweek-36-fpl-team-of-the-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Infantino's 'hot dog &amp; Coke' pledge over $2m ticket]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fifa president Gianni Infantino says he will "personally bring a hot dog and a Coke" to anyone who buys a World Cup final ticket for $2m.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/infantinos-hot-dog-amp-coke-pledge-over-2m-ticket/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 09:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/infantinos-hot-dog-amp-coke-pledge-over-2m-ticket/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Non-league to top-flight rise 'a killer' on body and mind - Vardy]]></title><description><![CDATA["A raw, caged animal, drinking, partying and fighting" is how Jamie Vardy's agent described his client's early career, with the striker explaining how refining himself from non-league football to Premier League superstar status was "a killer".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/non-league-to-top-flight-rise-a-killer-on-body-and-mind-vardy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 01:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/non-league-to-top-flight-rise-a-killer-on-body-and-mind-vardy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From ego-ridden team to complete package - why PSG pose ultimate test]]></title><description><![CDATA[Luis Enrique's expertise at rebuilding a culture as well as a team means Arsenal will confront the complete package when they meet holders PSG in the Champions League final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/from-ego-ridden-team-to-complete-package-why-psg-pose-ultimate-test/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 00:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/from-ego-ridden-team-to-complete-package-why-psg-pose-ultimate-test/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal draw at Brighton gives Man City WSL title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal play out a 1-1 draw away to Brighton &amp; Hove Albion - a result which gives Manchester City their first WSL title since 2016.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arsenal-draw-at-brighton-gives-man-city-wsl-title/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 00:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arsenal-draw-at-brighton-gives-man-city-wsl-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why resolute Arsenal will believe prolific PSG can be beaten in final]]></title><description><![CDATA[With Paris St-Germain waiting in the Champions League final, will Arsenal withstand the firepower of one of Europe's most formidable attacks and lift the trophy for the first time on 30 May?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-resolute-arsenal-will-believe-prolific-psg-can-be-beaten-in-final/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 00:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-resolute-arsenal-will-believe-prolific-psg-can-be-beaten-in-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All you need to know about the Champions League final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our Ask Me Anything team tell you all you need to know about the 2026 Champions League final between Arsenal and Paris St-Germain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/all-you-need-to-know-about-the-champions-league-final/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 22:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/all-you-need-to-know-about-the-champions-league-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inside Man City's WSL title-winning season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City have won a first Women's Super League title in 10 years - but how did they achieve it?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/inside-man-citys-wsl-title-winning-season/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 22:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/inside-man-citys-wsl-title-winning-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why was Neves handball against Bayern not a penalty?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bayern Munich players, coaching staff and fans at the Allianz Arena were in disbelief after they were denied a penalty for a handball by Joao Neves in their semi-final second leg against Paris St-Germain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-was-neves-handball-against-bayern-not-a-penalty/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 22:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-was-neves-handball-against-bayern-not-a-penalty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celtic could win double - but is change inevitable?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Celtic could yet have another successful domestic season despite a rancorous and turbulent campaign. But is lots of change at the club inevitable even with success?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/celtic-could-win-double-but-is-change-inevitable/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 19:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/celtic-could-win-double-but-is-change-inevitable/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How did Sheffield Wednesday avoid 15-point deduction?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sheffield Wednesday fans thought their team would start next season on -15 points. Now they know they will start on zero - and here's why.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-did-sheffield-wednesday-avoid-15-point-deduction/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 18:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/how-did-sheffield-wednesday-avoid-15-point-deduction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crystal Palace fans want honey again - Glasner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner had some unusual answers to questions at his news conference before their Conference League semi-final second leg with Shakhtar Donetsk.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/crystal-palace-fans-want-honey-again-glasner/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 17:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/crystal-palace-fans-want-honey-again-glasner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Injury row, yacht trip &amp; petition - what's going on with Mbappe?]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's been a difficult second season for Kylian Mbappe at Real Madrid. What's gone wrong?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/injury-row-yacht-trip-amp-petition-whats-going-on-with-mbappe/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 16:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/injury-row-yacht-trip-amp-petition-whats-going-on-with-mbappe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arteta pays tribute to Arsenal players &amp; fans after 'incredible night']]></title><description><![CDATA[Mikel Arteta says Arsenal "created history together" and praises the atmosphere and energy of the Emirates Stadium crowd, as Arsenal beat Atletico Madrid 2-1 on aggregate to reach their first Champions League final in 20 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arteta-pays-tribute-to-arsenal-players-amp-fans-after-incredible-night/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 23:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/arteta-pays-tribute-to-arsenal-players-amp-fans-after-incredible-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watch: Kane gives Dunfermline play-off advantage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch Chris Kane's goal in Dunfermline Athletic's 1-0 Scottish Premiership play-off quarter-final first-leg win against Arbroath.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/watch-kane-gives-dunfermline-play-off-advantage/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 23:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/watch-kane-gives-dunfermline-play-off-advantage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Premier League title is Arsenal's to lose after Man City slip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mark Chapman, Charlie Adam, Shay Given and Rory Smith discuss Manchester City&rsquo;s 3-3 draw at Everton, focusing on how dropped points could impact their Premier League title challenge.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-premier-league-title-is-arsenals-to-lose-after-man-city-slip/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 12:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/why-premier-league-title-is-arsenals-to-lose-after-man-city-slip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adriano, Samba, R.Larcos - ranking the most iconic video game footballers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fifa, Pro Evolution Soccer and Football Manager have been among the most popular football video games - but who are the most iconic players from them?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/adriano-samba-rlarcos-ranking-the-most-iconic-video-game-footballers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 07:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/adriano-samba-rlarcos-ranking-the-most-iconic-video-game-footballers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moyes disappointed to only take point against Man City]]></title><description><![CDATA[EEverton boss David Moyes says he is "really disappointed" to come away with one point after Jeremy Doku scored a late equaliser for Manchester City in a 3-3 draw in the Premir League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/moyes-disappointed-to-only-take-point-against-man-city/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 00:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/moyes-disappointed-to-only-take-point-against-man-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Doku scored 'really top goals' in 'really good game' - Guardiola]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says Jeremy Doku scored two "really, really top goals" in their six-goal thriller against Everton, as they lose ground on Arsenal in the Premier League title race.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/doku-scored-really-top-goals-in-really-good-game-guardiola/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 00:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/doku-scored-really-top-goals-in-really-good-game-guardiola/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City's title hopes dented despite late Doku stunner in six-goal thriller]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jeremy Doku's 97th-minute equaliser salvages a draw for Manchester City in a six-goal thriller at Everton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-citys-title-hopes-dented-despite-late-doku-stunner-in-six-goal-thriller/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 23:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/man-citys-title-hopes-dented-despite-late-doku-stunner-in-six-goal-thriller/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nottingham Forest boost survival hopes with win over Chelsea]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nottingham Forest increase their hopes of Premier League survival after a 3-1 win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, as goals from Taiwo Awoniyi and Igor Jesus help the visitors open a six-point gap over 18th-placed West Ham in the relegation zone.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/nottingham-forest-boost-survival-hopes-with-win-over-chelsea/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 23:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/nottingham-forest-boost-survival-hopes-with-win-over-chelsea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Late double from West Ham stuns Villa]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Ham clinch a 2-0 victory over Aston Villa in the Women's Super League after Riko Ueki scores in the 85th minute before substitute Seraina Piubel secures the win six minutes later.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/late-double-from-west-ham-stuns-villa/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 19:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/late-double-from-west-ham-stuns-villa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Champions League failure means for 'broken club' Chelsea]]></title><description><![CDATA[After a sixth-straight league loss, Chelsea are almost certain to miss out on Champions League qualification - a bitter blow which is likely to have far&#8209;reaching consequences.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-champions-league-failure-means-for-broken-club-chelsea/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 19:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-champions-league-failure-means-for-broken-club-chelsea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mourinho's Benfica still unbeaten - but miss out on title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jose Mourinho's Benfica could go an entire season unbeaten - but it will not be enough to deliver the club a 39th Portuguese league title.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mourinhos-benfica-still-unbeaten-but-miss-out-on-title/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 17:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/mourinhos-benfica-still-unbeaten-but-miss-out-on-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dutch FA wins dual citizenship eligibility case]]></title><description><![CDATA[A court in the Netherlands dismisses a legal challenge by NAC Breda to replay a league fixture because of the ineligibility of an opposition player - avoiding more than 130 Eredivisie matches potentially being scrutinised.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/dutch-fa-wins-dual-citizenship-eligibility-case/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 16:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/dutch-fa-wins-dual-citizenship-eligibility-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hurzeler agrees new long-term deal with Brighton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fabian Hurzeler extends his stay as Brighton boss after agreeing a new long-term contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/hurzeler-agrees-new-long-term-deal-with-brighton/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 16:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/hurzeler-agrees-new-long-term-deal-with-brighton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ross County stick with Kettlewell after relegation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ross County believe manager Stuart Kettlewell "is the best person to lead the club" after confirming the 41-year-old will stay on following relegation to League One.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ross-county-stick-with-kettlewell-after-relegation/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 16:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/ross-county-stick-with-kettlewell-after-relegation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manager Marcelino to leave Villarreal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manager Marcelino will leave Villarreal at the end of the season after three years in charge.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/manager-marcelino-to-leave-villarreal/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 13:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/manager-marcelino-to-leave-villarreal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unacceptable season cannot be repeated - 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Can you name them all in our quiz?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/quiz-name-every-man-utd-goalscorer-against-liverpool-since-2010/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 12:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/quiz-name-every-man-utd-goalscorer-against-liverpool-since-2010/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Play-off pressure piles up for St Mirren v Kilmarnock]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kilmarnock's trip to visit St Mirren on Saturday could potentially decide which of the sides is consigned to a play-off to avoid relegation from the Scottish Premiership.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/play-off-pressure-piles-up-for-st-mirren-v-kilmarnock/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 11:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/play-off-pressure-piles-up-for-st-mirren-v-kilmarnock/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watch: SPFL round-up as Inverness CT &amp; East Kilbride celebrate]]></title><description><![CDATA[All the goals from the final weekend in the Championship, League 1 and League 2 as Inverness CT and East Kilbride celebrate title victories.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/watch-spfl-round-up-as-inverness-ct-amp-east-kilbride-celebrate/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 09:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/watch-spfl-round-up-as-inverness-ct-amp-east-kilbride-celebrate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Davide Ancelotti: My dad, my tactics and Brazil's World Cup prospects]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brazil assistant manager Davide Ancelotti sits down with BBC Sport's tactics expert Umir Irfan to discuss his coaching philosophy, inspirations and ideals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/davide-ancelotti-my-dad-my-tactics-and-brazils-world-cup-prospects/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 08:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/davide-ancelotti-my-dad-my-tactics-and-brazils-world-cup-prospects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hearts trio pick up PFA Scotland prizes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Claudio Braga is the is the PFA Scotland Premiership Player of the Year, with Derek McInnes and Eva Olid making it a managerial double for the Tynecastle club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/hearts-trio-pick-up-pfa-scotland-prizes/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 08:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/hearts-trio-pick-up-pfa-scotland-prizes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What happened to Everton's &pound;40m signing Dibling?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The curious case of Tyler Dibling - BBC Sport chief football writers asks what has happened to Everton's &pound;40m youngster and what does the future hold?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-happened-to-evertons-pound40m-signing-dibling/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 08:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/what-happened-to-evertons-pound40m-signing-dibling/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North Korean side to make rare trip to South Korea]]></title><description><![CDATA[A team of North Korean footballers will make a rare visit to South Korea later this month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/north-korean-side-to-make-rare-trip-to-south-korea/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 07:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/north-korean-side-to-make-rare-trip-to-south-korea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Premflix' and tourist fans - future of football predictions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former broadcasting executive Neil Duncanson and author Alex Fynn, who made remarkably accurate predictions about football's future in 1994, discuss what the game will look like in 10 years' time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/premflix-and-tourist-fans-future-of-football-predictions/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 07:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/premflix-and-tourist-fans-future-of-football-predictions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vinicius scores twice as Madrid win to keep Barcelona waiting for title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vinicius Jr scores twice as Real Madrid beat Espanyol 2-0 to keep Barcelona waiting to win the La Liga title ahead of next week's El Clasico.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/vinicius-scores-twice-as-madrid-win-to-keep-barcelona-waiting-for-title/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 01:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/vinicius-scores-twice-as-madrid-win-to-keep-barcelona-waiting-for-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Should Sesko goal have been ruled out?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Match of the Day pundits Alan Shearer and Micah Richards believe Benjamin Sesko's goal against Liverpool should not have stood after it brushed his fingers, saying under the laws of the game it should have been a handball.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/should-sesko-goal-have-been-ruled-out/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 01:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/premier_league/should-sesko-goal-have-been-ruled-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carrick 'deserves chance' to continue at Man Utd - 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