Bonus-point rule and last-16 changes for Champions Cup

Try bonus points in next season's Champions Cup pool stage will be awarded only to teams who score at least three more times than their opponents.

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Murder accused in court over summer solstice death

Isaac Clare-Watts was pronounced dead after police were called to the Nine Ladies Stone Circle area.

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How the new Brazil is taking shape and why Cunha is key

Former Brazil midfielder Lucas Leiva explains why Manchester United striker Matheus Cunha is so important to Brazil's adaptable system under Carlo Ancelotti.

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Clarke leaves strong Scotland legacy but exit brings sense of relief

In his seven-year reign Steve Clarke took Scotland out of the wilderness but could not find the promised land of knockout major championship football, writes Tom English.

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New deal, new beginnings & a sudden exit - Clarke's Scotland timeline

BBC Scotland charts the trajectory of Steve Clarke's last month as Scotland head coach.

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Scouting report on Panama - why England should be wary

Panama's results do not paint a true picture of their performances in the World Cup so far - so what can England expect from them?

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Scotland's World Cup hopes at 0.07% - these are results they need

Defeat against Brazil left Scotland in a precarious position, but little has gone their way since either.

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'We could call it racist' - Ivory Coast boss sad at Schweinsteiger comments

Ivory Coast boss Emerse Fae says comments from ex-Germany midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger about their "wild" playing style could be considered racist.

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Preston Davey review 'should include second murdered baby'

Damion Russell was examined in the same hospital that failed to raise the alarm about Preston's injuries.

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Anisimova plots Wimbledon sequel with happier ending

Many wondered how long it would take Amanda Anisimova to recover from last year's Wimbledon final. About six weeks was the answer.

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How do you solve a problem like Ronaldo?

Portugal take on Uzbekistan with Cristiano Ronaldo in poor form for his country and a backlash raging on social media against his team-mates.

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Battling egos and stereotypes - the rise of female tennis coaches

In a sport like tennis, which prides itself on gender equality, why are there still so few female coaches and what is being done to address the issue?

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How do you stop Messi, Mbappe, Haaland and Kane?

Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland and Harry Kane look to be on lethal form in this World Cup. So how can you stop them in their tracks?

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Doku criticised over plan to return home for birth

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.

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How Murray was tempted back to tennis - and would he ever do a Serena?

British tennis icon Andy Murray discusses returning to coaching with Jack Draper, Serena Williams' comeback and filling the void of not playing.

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Moscow oil refinery attack brings Russia's war with Ukraine closer to home

There are moments when life in Moscow feels completely normal - Thursday morning wasn't one of them, writes Steve Rosenberg.

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Child attacked by crocodile critical two days on: Here's what we know so far

A 30-year-old man is bailed after a child ended up in a crocodile enclosure at a farm zoo.

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Tourist dies in Dominican Republic luxury resort fire

Nearly 1,700 people were evacuated from the huge blaze at Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach in Bayahibe, a popular resort town on the Caribbean coast.

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Mercedes withdraw Monaco Grand Prix appeal

Mercedes withdraw their appeal against the result of the Monaco Grand Prix.

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Christie chases dream on same stage as idol Messi

Making a World Cup debut was a huge thrill for midfielder Ryan Christie as the Scotland midfielder sets sights on making progress beyond the group stage.

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The VAR call that dumbfounded the world's best refs

France are left stunned at the decision not to award a penalty as Kylian Mbappe goes down under Sadio Mane's tackle.

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India temporarily bans Telegram over exam paper leak concerns

The NEET exam had earlier been scrapped over allegations of a paper leak, sparking massive protests.

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Why Kante is still crucial for France - Giroud

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.

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Real Madrid complete £51.8m deal for Chelsea's Cucurella

Real Madrid announce the £51.8m signing of Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella on a six-year deal.

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Recruited on LinkedIn, set to face Spain - the Dublin-born Cape Verde star

They are one of the smallest countries to play in a World Cup, but Cape Verde are aiming high, with a Dublin-born defender who used to work in a bank among their ranks.

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Fifa to pay Somali referee Artan full World Cup fee

Somali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry to the United States to officiate at the World Cup, will still receive his tournament fee from Fifa in full.

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Shopworker sacked for tackling suspected bacon thief

Eileen Fox had worked at the One Stop Shop in Bootle for four years before she was sacked.

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Our sons are playing for two different countries at the World Cup

Jack and Heather Souttar are heading to the US to support their sons, who play for Scotland and Australia.

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Summer warmth to return for weekend but heatwave chances fade

After a wet start to June it will be drier and warmer for the weekend, as Ben Rich explains.

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The Democrats fight back Trump-style in Maine… but have they messed up?

New scandals and allegations emerge against Democrat Graham Platner in Maine

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'Absolutely buzzing': Scotland fans arrive on US soil

Thousands of Tartan Army members are travelling to Boston ahead of the country's first match at the weekend.

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Dinosaur highway 'longest of its kind in the world'

The tracks were first spotted by a worker at Dewars Farm Quarry in Oxfordshire four years ago.

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Why were so many caught out for pit-lane speeding at Monaco? F1 Q&A

BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions after the Monaco Grand Prix.

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Five reasons why this French Open was a classic - pick your favourite moment

Why a series of shocks, dramas and fairytale runs made this year's French Open a instant classic.

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Lammy says he told JD Vance his Nowak comments were 'wrong'

Lammy says he told the US vice-president the teen's murder "has got nothing to do with mass migration".

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Are Portugal better without Ronaldo?

As Cristiano Ronaldo prepares for his sixth World Cup with Portugal, BBC Sport take a closer look at his place in the team.

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Man dies after bitten by shark in Western Australia, police say

The man was spearfishing off Michaelmas Island with his family, according to local reports.

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Euromillions winner dies in suspected hit-and-run

Anthony Canty was knocked off his bicycle and an 18-year-old has since been arrested, police say.

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Arsenal trio & Fernandes on PFA men's player of the year shortlist

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.

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Man City consider legal action over Real candidate's promise to sign Haaland

After a candidate in Real Madrid's presidential election unveils an Erling Haaland shirt on live TV, Manchester City dismiss the suggestion their striker will move to Spain.

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Foreign nationals among at least 21 killed in Delhi fire

Many victims were South Asians who had travelled to India for treatment or to accompany relatives.

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Aston Villa top scorer Hanson set to join Spurs

Aston Villa forward Kirsty Hanson is set to join Tottenham following an impressive season in the Women's Super League.

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World Cup 2026: How to follow on the BBC

The biggest World Cup in history starts on 11 June and there are more ways to follow it on the BBC than ever before.

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The Isak saga which damaged two clubs' seasons

Alexander Isak's move from Newcastle United to Liverpool was the transfer saga of last summer. BBC Sport looks at how it ended up affecting both clubs.

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Record-holder Milner retires after 24-year career

Former England international James Milner announces his retirement after a 24-year Premier League career.

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