World CupLive updatesLIVEMexico against Ecuador delayed by an hour in stormy Mexico CityWorld Cup knockout tie between Mexico and Ecuador set to kick-off at 03:00 BST after lightning storm.Top newsMbappe scores twice as France breeze past Sweden into last 16Kylian Mbappe scores twice as France breeze past Sweden to set up World Cup last-16 meeting with Paraguay.Ranking 10 stars who could be at their last World CupA number of the world's best players are likely playing in their last World Cup. Here's how I think they rank.14 hrs agoWorld CupUnited, free and brilliant - can anyone stop France masterclass?France boss Didier Deschamps urges caution despite watching his side dismantle Sweden to leave Les Bleus fans dreaming of winning the World Cup.32 mins agoWorld CupKoeman resigns, while Netherlands report racist abuseRonald Koeman resigns as Netherlands manager after their World Cup exit, which led to "appalling" racist abuse aimed at players who missed penalties.3 hrs agoWorld CupRight-backs Quansah and James out of DR Congo gameRight-backs Jarell Quansah and Reece James will miss England's World Cup last-32 match against DR Congo because of injury.14 mins agoEngland MenCan the World Cup's viral stars turn social media fame into fortunes?They’re not Ronaldo or Messi, but they might be set for life after gaining millions of new followers.11 hrs agoTechnologyFootball Extra newsletter: Tears of joy as superhuman Paraguay stun GermanyFormer Scotland international Pat Nevin witnesses one of the biggest shocks of the World Cup so far17 hrs agoWhy are South Korean fans so angry at their football coach?Hong Myung-bo has resigned after South Korea failed to advance to the World Cup knockout stages.17 hrs agoAsiaMatch reportsHaaland sends Norway into World Cup last 16 at expense of Ivory CoastMorocco underline African hopes by beating Netherlands on penaltiesParaguay stun Germany on penalties to reach last 16 of World CupLast-gasp Martinelli strike edges Brazil past JapanWorld Cup Groups, Schedule & ScoresAll the results, key dates and times, and groups from the tournament.Only from the BBCBest World Cup stadium? BBC Sport experts have their sayBBC Sport reporters have their say on the best stadium experiences at the 2026 World Cup.How brands banned from the World Cup became the storyWhen we try to suppress something, we often make it more visible - and Fifa is living that in real time with its sponsors.Is the World Cup ball making it hard for goalkeepers?While some goalkeepers have produced heroic performances in the World Cup, others have struggled with shots from outside the area, so is there a problem with the ball?It smells like medicine - Giroud tries British food and drinkWorld Cup-winning former France striker Olivier Giroud tries a selection of British food including Irn-Bru, caterpillar cake and a baked bean and cheese melt.WatchWe did not do any favours - RangnickAustria manager Ralf Rangnick says his team did not do any favours for Algeria in the 3-3 draw that saw them both qualify for the knockout round of the World Cup.World CupMarsch hails 'inspiring' Canada win over South AfricaCanada manager Jesse Marsch describes his side's win over South Africa as "inspiring" as fans celebrate their first knockout stage win at the men's World Cup.World CupKane hails 'very versatile' Bellingham after Panama winHarry Kane praises Jude Bellingham's ability to thrive when he has the freedom to "attack the game" after the midfielder set up a goal for the England captain, and scored one himself, in the 2-0 win over Panama to win Group L at the FIFA World Cup.England MenHart explains how goalkeepers are struggling with World Cup ballFormer England goalkeeper Joe Hart answers your questions about the Trionda World Cup ball and how it might be affecting goalkeepers at the tournament.World CupWill USA host 64-team World Cup in 2038?The United States could consider making a bid to host the men's 2038 World Cup, says the executive director of the White House's World Cup task force. World Cup'Bless him' - Potter forgives Elanga qualification errorSweden manager Graham Potter forgives Anthony Elanga for appearing to not know that his side had qualified for the knock-out stages of the World Cup after a 1-1 draw with Japan.World Cup'We finished first' - Pochettino brushes off Turkey defeatUSA national team manager Mauricio Pochettino brushes off his team's 3-2 defeat by Turkey, saying they have won the group and players need to be rested.World CupWonderful to be back - NeymarBrazil's all-time leading goalscorer Neymar says it was "wonderful to be back" after he made a substitute appearance in the 3-0 win over Scotland.World CupWe answered all the big mouths - BroosSouth Africa head coach Hugo Broos says his team answered "all the big mouths" with their 1-0 win over South Korea to qualify for the knockout stages of the World Cup.World Cup'Typical Scotland': Tartan Army give their verdict on Miami match against BrazilScotland's hopes of reaching the knockout stages of the World Cup are in peril after Brazil won 3-0 in Miami.ScotlandThe men paid $50k to watch the World Cup in a glass boxThey beat out thousands of others for the opportunity to watch all 104 games from a glass room in the middle of Times Square.US & Canada'It is what it is': Canadians react to loss against SwitzerlandDespite Wednesday's defeat, Canada have still reached the World Cup knockout stage for the first time.WorldI am really good at scoring goals - Norway's HaalandStriker Erling Haaland says he has a "speciality for scoring goals" after he scored twice in the 3-2 win over Senegal.World CupNorway fans show off Viking ship celebration in Times SquareNorway fans show off their unique 'Viking ship' celebration in Times Square before their team's game against Senegal at the New York/New Jersey Stadium.World CupFootball in 10 YearsInside the stadiums of the futureFootball grounds have developed from rutted fields to the shiny, billion-dollar mega-structures we see across the world today. But how will stadium design change in the next decade, and how will the fan experience inside those stadiums differ?'AI means you can play the game a million times before kick-off'How clubs are developing football stars of the futureFour pundits and a plasma - debating the next decade in footballListenFootball DailyWorld Cup: Germany & Netherlands Out On PensGermany and the Netherlands crash out as Humphrey Ker joins the pod.37 minsSaveThe Wayne Rooney ShowEXPOSED: England's Biggest World Cup ProblemSaveMore than the ScoreWorld Cup 2026: Is the 48-team tournament a success?SaveFootball DailyWorld Cup: César Azpilicueta on Yamal, Deschamps & TuchelSave606World Cup 606 - England through to the knock out stages as Steve Clarke checks outSaveFootball DailyWorld Cup: Steve Clarke Goes & England Get The Job DoneSave606World Cup 606 - England's Best 11? 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Here are his picks for enjoying his hometown, during F1 season and beyond.Where to find the best cheesesteaks in PhillyJim Pappas of the Philadelphia Cheesesteak Challenge shares his top spots in town for the world-famous sandwich, from the original Pat's King of Steaks to locals-only Café Carmela.More World Cup news4 hrs agoDefying logic - how Haaland could end up with 260 international goalsErling Haaland delivers on the biggest stage yet for Norway - but just how many goals could he end up with in international football?4 hrs ago6 hrs agoEngland fans' behaviour 'excellent' at World CupEngland supporters in the United States are praised for their "excellent" behaviour during the group stage of the World Cup, but domestic incidents are up on recent tournaments.6 hrs ago6 hrs agoEcuador make Mexico fans hotel noise complaintEcuador make a complaint to World Cup organisers over noisy local fans outside their team hotel before their last-32 match against co-hosts Mexico.6 hrs ago7 hrs agoRate the players in Ivory Coast v NorwayRate the Ivory Coast and Norway players out of 10 below and come back 30 minutes after full-time to see the final ratings.7 hrs ago12 hrs agoShould teams bring on players just for penalty shootouts?BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks at the numbers behind late substitutes taking penalties in shootouts.12 hrs ago13 hrs agoCape Verde will beat Argentina 1-0 in World Cup clash, predicts presidentUpstarts Cape Verde make history twice with their World Cup debut then reaching the knockout stages.13 hrs ago14 hrs agoGermany fans in need of hope as prospect of Klopp loomsAs Germany again fail to progress at a World Cup BBC Sport looks at the fallout from their defeat by Paraguay and what happens next.14 hrs ago14 hrs agoWe did not give enough - NagelsmannGermany manager Julian Nagelsmann says his team did not give enough in their defeat by Paraguay on penalties as they exit the World Cup in the last 32.14 hrs ago14 hrs agoThe Paraguay hero who sold his kit when his son was bornOrlando Gill has become Paraguay's World Cup hero but was in football obscurity 18 months ago and had to sell his kit to support his family after the premature birth of his son.14 hrs ago14 hrs agoFrance superstars thriving thanks to Deschamps' bold changesWhy Didier Deschamps' changes to personnel and formation could propel 2022 runners-up France to go one better in this World Cup.14 hrs ago17 hrs agoWho has been eliminated from the World Cup?BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team lists the full set of nations who have been eliminated from the 2026 World Cup so far17 hrs ago18 hrs agoPick Mainoo over Anderson against DR Congo - RooneyFormer England captain Wayne Rooney says he would start Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo instead of Elliot Anderson in Wednesday's World Cup last-32 tie with DR Congo.18 hrs ago18 hrs agoUS security chief 'danced happy dance' after Iran exitThe United States' head of homeland security says he "danced a happy dance" when Iran's elimination from the World Cup was confirmed.18 hrs ago19 hrs agoSon apologises for South Korea's World Cup exitSon Heung-min apologises for South Korea's early World Cup exit and says he will "run to death" for the nation's football fans.19 hrs ago20 hrs agoWho am I? Guess World Cup star No 23Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?20 hrs ago...
