4 Takeaways From Germany's Stoppage-Time Win Past Ivory Coast
Deniz Undav has been cooking for Germany and his two-goal effort ensured the four-time World Cup champions are in the knockouts.
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How does qualification for the World Cup knockout stage work?
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.
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Boston bounce sends Scotland to Miami with hope and no fear
Scotland and their fans head to Miami for a World Cup date with destiny after making memories in Boston to last a lifetime.
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'Star in the making' - what is Man City's plan for forgotten man Reis?
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.
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Why Kane is different at this World Cup - Shearer
Former England captain Alan Shearer explains what has changed for Harry Kane since his struggles at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
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FanGraphs Weekly Mailbag: June 20, 2026
Juan Soto's slower swing speed, whether the American League will field a playoff team with a losing record, and more!
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Curacao's trailblazer doctor on football's big stage
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.
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Oh, brother! The sibling rivals lining up for different World Cup teams
Sibling rivals are lining up for different teams at the World Cup, with seven pairs of brothers in total at this tournament.
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Oxford United sack head coach Bloomfield
Oxford United sack head coach Matt Bloomfield following their relegation to League One.
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Why are so many World Cup goals being scored late?
World Cup 2026 is witnessing a surge in late goals. Longer stoppage times, tactical substitutions and hydration breaks are reshaping matches
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What next for McAtee amid Anderson uncertainty?
After struggling to break through at Nottingham Forest last season, will James McAtee get his chance if Elliot Anderson leaves for Manchester City?
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'Everything I do is for you' - how tragedy is driving Diomande
BBC Sport explores how exciting young Ivory Coast Yan Diomande is determined to succeed at the World Cup in honour of his sister.
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World Cup groups separated by head-to-head records for first time
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.
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World Cup still waits for real Brazil to show up
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.
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Who should Scotland fans be cheering on in next few days?
Uzbeks to beat DR Congo? Argentina to run riot? Favours from England? BBC Scotland weighs up the permutations needed for Scotland to progress.
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Should Scotland have had two penalties & been playing against 10 men?
Were Scotland hard done by in Boston in losing 1-0 to Morocco in their second game of the World Cup finals?
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The Super Bowl winner's son stepping into spotlight with USA
Alex Freeman is stepping out of the shadows of his Super Bowl-winning father to forge his own path in football.
5 min readEric Longenhagen Prospects Chat: 6/19/2026
Join Eric for a prospect chat as he takes a break from training for this year's All Star Celebrity Softball Game.
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All done deals in June 2026
Check out the significant signings and departures in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, EFL and Women's Super League.
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Stick or twist? Rashford and Guehi are Tuchel's big dilemmas
Before England's World Cup match against Ghana on Tuesday, BBC Sport's Phil McNulty looks at Thomas Tuchel's big selection dilemmas.
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