Opinion & analysis
Opinion and deeper analysis.
Thursday, 11 June 2026
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Politics and visa rows dominate the 2026 World Cup build-up
The 2026 World Cup build-up has been dominated off the pitch: US entry refusals, Infantino's 'chill, relax' and a criminal complaint from Michel Platini.
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Coventry City could be considered for Freedom of the City after Premier League return
Coventry City could be awarded the Freedom of the City after Premier League promotion, with George Duggins calling it an extraordinary achievement.
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World Cup weather will test teams before the football settles
World Cup weather will shape the opening week, from Mexico City's 2,200m altitude to Miami's 30C WBGT and hot conditions in Dallas.
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Manchester City FFP fallout could stretch into prize money claims
Kieran Maguire says Everton’s £40m Burnley compensation case could set a precedent for Manchester City’s 115-charge hearing, including possible
Wednesday, 10 June 2026
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USA football growth ahead of the World Cup
Sky Sports examines USA football growth ahead of the World Cup, from 13% higher Premier League audiences to MLS hopes and Trump’s backing.
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Leeds United wallet found 34 years later
A Leeds United wallet from 1992 turns up 34 years later, returning Mark Dexter a tiny time capsule from the club's title-winning era.
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Manchester United new stadium update still hinges on land and funding
Manchester United's new stadium plans are still at the land and funding stage, with Berrada and Roche saying design and cost come later.
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Scotland fans face ESTA cancellations before World Cup travel
Hundreds of Scotland fans face World Cup travel chaos after ESTA cancellations, with visa interviews and ACRO checks now threatening their plans.
Tuesday, 9 June 2026
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David Sullivan and West Ham under regulator scrutiny after allegations
The Independent Football Regulator is in contact with West Ham after allegations against David Sullivan, who denies them and stepped down as joint chairman.
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Andoni Iraola wants to change as little as possible at Liverpool
Andoni Iraola says Liverpool are changing as little as possible at the start of pre-season, with staff knowledge and structure central.
Monday, 8 June 2026
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Real Madrid push UEFA over Barcelona in the Negreira case
Pérez wants UEFA action over Barcelona's Negreira case, including possible European sanctions and a bid to remove titles won between 2001 and 2018.
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Jurrien Timber World Cup injury forces Netherlands reshuffle
Jurrien Timber has been ruled out of the World Cup with a groin injury, forcing the Netherlands to call up Lutsharel Geertruida before Japan.
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David Sullivan Panorama: resignation and libel threat before BBC film airs
David Sullivan has stepped down from West Ham and says he will sue the BBC as Panorama airs Predator: The Billionaire Football Boss tonight.
Sunday, 7 June 2026
Saturday, 6 June 2026
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Benjamin Mendy's new life in Szczecin after Manchester City
Benjamin Mendy now earns £10,000 a week at Pogon Szczecin after Manchester City, where he once earned £500,000 a month.
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Iran’s World Cup visa crisis has eased, but the politics are not going away
Iran World Cup visas were issued only 10 days before the opener, after a camp move from Arizona to Tijuana and players speaking of war strain.
Friday, 5 June 2026
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Paraguay's World Cup return is built on Alfaro's reset, not flair
Paraguay World Cup return was built on Gustavo Alfaro's reset: one goal in their first six qualifiers, then one defeat in the next 12.
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Daniel Levy's Enic sale sharpens the debate over his Tottenham legacy
Daniel Levy sold a 24.99% stake in Enic, retained 4.89%, and left [Tottenham](club:tottenham) with huge infrastructure gains but only two trophies.
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Manchester City 115 charges: Al Mubarak says the full response waits for the ruling
Khaldoon Al Mubarak says Manchester City will wait for the ruling on their 115 charges, then give a full response. He also says Sheikh Mansour will not sell.
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Scotland fans face ESTA delays before World Cup travel
Scotland fans heading to the World Cup are being warned to check their ESTA status after some approved applications were switched back to pending.
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Robbie Keane Celtic talks split the support as 67 groups back opposition
Celtic fan groups have backed a statement opposing Robbie Keane’s appointment, while Simon Jordan urges the club to ignore the backlash and judge the next
Thursday, 4 June 2026
Tuesday, 2 June 2026
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Breel Embolo travel issue leaves Switzerland waiting on World Cup squad
Breel Embolo's Esta was placed under review at 10:30am, leaving Switzerland waiting on his travel to the United States for the World Cup.
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World Cup set-piece clampdown puts England's corner threat under scrutiny
World Cup set-piece rules now allow VAR to punish attacker fouls before corners, with England and Arsenal-style routines under scrutiny.
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England begin World Cup build-up in Florida with little time to spare
England have arrived in Florida for Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup camp, with 28C to 31C heat, late arrivals and warm-up games on 6 and 10 June.
Monday, 1 June 2026
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England World Cup 2026 build-up puts belief and pressure in the same room
Thomas Tuchel says England have full belief they can win the 2026 World Cup, but the pressure, heat and squad calls are real.
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World Cup shirts that became icons
BBC Sport’s World Cup shirts list shows why banned designs, famous moments and cultural afterlife matter more than looks alone.
Thursday, 28 May 2026
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Mikel Arteta contract talks become Arsenal's next big priority
Mikel Arteta contract talks are now Arsenal's top priority after the title win, with Josh Kroenke also confirming Emirates renovation plans.
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Chelsea face FA charge over Charlton cup tie
Chelsea have been charged by the FA over alleged discriminatory chanting during their FA Cup tie with Charlton Athletic. Response due 29 May.
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Scottish football fan violence: Farrell calls for tougher sanctions
Police Scotland chief constable Jo Farrell wants tougher sanctions on clubs after fan disorder, pitch invasions and 47 arrests across two matches.