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Is Haaland worth the £15.5m price tag on FPL?

FPL expert Gianni Buttice weighs up whether Manchester City striker Erling Haaland is worth his £15.5m price tag on the game.

August 19, 2026

How will your club fare? Phil McNulty's Premier League predictions

How will your club fare in the 2026-27 Premier League? BBC chief football writer Phil McNulty makes his annual predictions.

August 19, 2026

Disabled people in England to get 24-hour free bus travel

The change, which has been welcomed by campaign groups, will come into effect in England from April.

August 18, 2026

Strong favourites or tougher task - will Arsenal defend their title?

Arsenal begin this season as Premier League champions but just how difficult is it to defend the league title, and how well equipped as they for the challenge?

August 16, 2026

A pivotal day for Chelsea, Man City and Fernandez - what's going on?

Chelsea's deadline to Manchester City for an Enzo Fernandez bid is 17:00 BST on Friday - will the deal happen?

August 14, 2026

Carrick pushing to improve the squad this summer

Ahead of his first full Premier League campaign in charge at Old Trafford, Carrick feels the squad is making good progress.

August 13, 2026

Rashford, Mainoo & transfers - Carrick calls for more signings

Before his first full season as Manchester United head coach, Michael Carrick explains why the club need more players, discusses why he is in a privileged position and talks Marcus Rashford and Kobbie Mainoo.

August 13, 2026

Children as young as nine hurt in growing number of e-scooter crashes

Three trauma centres - Liverpool, Manchester and Sheffield - say they have treated nearly 500 casualties under the age of 16.

August 11, 2026

Coventry eye Mudryk on loan - Wednesday's gossip

Coventry City interested in signing Chelsea winger Mykhaylo Mudryk on loan, Barcelona still chasing Manchester City midfielder Rodri and Manchester United make a move for Real Madrid striker Endrick.

August 11, 2026

Are Man Utd judged differently to other WSL sides?

Manchester United are one of the biggest clubs in the world, but is the women's team really judged differently as a result?

August 11, 2026

Charles' rise to NI's most expensive footballer

After he became Northern Ireland's most expensive player, BBC Sport NI looks at the rise of Shea Charles, from Manchester City's academy to Fulham's £30m man.

August 11, 2026

Solar eclipse: Where and when you can see it across North West England

The partial eclipse is expected to be the most extensive since 1999, astronomers say.

August 10, 2026

The team behind Hodgkinson's golden rise and the hunt for a world record

BBC Sport looks at the team behind Great Britain 800m star Keely Hodgkinson's golden rise and pursuit of a world record.

August 10, 2026

Mourinho says he agreed to replace Ferguson at Man Utd

David Moyes succeeded Sir Alex Ferguson at Old Trafford in 2013 but things could have been so different, Jose Mourinho reveals in a new documentary.

August 9, 2026

What are your favourite new kits for the coming season?

BBC Sport have rounded up some of the best new kits released by clubs around the world over the summer - vote for your top 10

August 9, 2026

Money problems and broken dreams - why is it so hard to run a cycling team?

The Hess women's cycling team was owned by a rich benefactor with a background in high finance - so how did they end up failing to pay riders and staff?

August 9, 2026

How a 90-second power outage sparked chaos for rail commuters

The incident raised questions about how a disrupted power supply can have such a widespread impact.

August 7, 2026

Man City reject Barcelona's Rodri bid & in talks for Bouaddi

Manchester City reject £38m offer from Barcelona for Rodri and remain in talks for Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi.

August 7, 2026

Trafford joins Leeds from Man City in potential £45m deal

Leeds United sign Manchester City and England goalkeeper James Trafford in a deal worth up to £45m.

August 6, 2026

How Buttler became T20 cricket's run-scoring GOAT

BBC Sport explores how Jos Buttler became the highest run-getter in men's T20 cricket.

August 5, 2026

Prendergast takes four as Fire beat Super Giants

Ireland international Orla Prendergast takes 4-18 as Welsh Fire beat Manchester Super Giants by three wickets at Old Trafford.

August 5, 2026

Man City count on me despite exit rumours - Kovacic

Manchester City's Mateo Kovacic says the club "count on me" despite the midfielder being linked with a move away this summer.

August 4, 2026

Andy Burnham to give regional mayors share of income tax

The prime minister says the move will give power to "every postcode" but critics say the plans lack detail.

July 30, 2026

Crawley and Brook help Sunrisers beat Super Giants

Leeds Sunrisers end Manchester Super Giants' unbeaten start to the season after chasing down 182 thanks to half-centuries from Mitch Marsh and Zak Crawley while Harry Brook chips in with 42.

July 28, 2026

Could Leeds move help Trafford challenge for England keeper spot?

BBC Sport examines how James Trafford's England chances could be affected it he completes a big-money move to Leeds.

July 28, 2026

UK's Burnham outlines youth training overhaul as AI reshapes jobs market - Reuters

UK's Burnham outlines youth training overhaul as AI reshapes jobs market Reuters

July 28, 2026

Badenoch says PM must rule out tax rises to fund social care reform

In a letter to the PM, the Conservative leader offers to work with him on adult social care reform.

July 26, 2026

What Love Island tells us about the changing face of dating

From women making the first move to shifting relationship dynamics, Love Island has become a window into Britain's evolving dating culture

July 25, 2026

Students tell us how to keep graduation outfit costs down

Four newly graduated students tell us how they kept the cost of their dresses and suits down.

July 24, 2026

Meta glasses banned by Comic-Con promoter after 'secret filming'

A number of guests said they would be reluctant to appear at conventions again after cases of recordings taking place without their knowledge.

July 24, 2026

Manchester Super Giants thrash London Spirit to start in style

Ryana MacDonald-Gay takes four wickets as Manchester Super Giants bowl London Spirit out for 80, before chasing down their target with 41 balls to spare as they ease to victory in their opening match of the 2026 women's Hundred.

July 23, 2026

Ex-Coronation Street actor to receive 'substantial' libel damages from the Sun publisher

Qasim Akhtar is to receive "substantial" damages to settle a High Court libel claim from a story last eyar.

July 23, 2026

Foden signs new four-year Man City contract

Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden signs a new four-year contract with the club, extending his stay until 2030.

July 22, 2026

Most bus fares in England to be capped at £2 from January

The government says the policy will "help with the cost of living and give people the breathing space they need"

July 22, 2026

Burnham's 'Manchesterism' got him to No 10 - but will it work for the UK?

Economics editor Faisal Islam examines whether the north-west city can be a template for the entire country.

July 17, 2026

Burnham faces crucial choice for chancellor as battle for No 11 continues

Whoever Burnham appoints to the key role will send a signal of his intent, writes Iain Watson.

July 15, 2026

Man Utd reveal proposed 100,000-seater stadium location

Manchester United reveal the location for their proposed new 100,000-seater stadium - approximately 350m north west of their existing Old Trafford ground.

July 9, 2026

'Sixes all around the ground!' - Bethell at his best in England win

Watch Jacob Bethell's best moments as he leads England's successful chase of 191, scoring an unbeaten 76 as his side beat India by four wickets at Old Trafford.

July 4, 2026

Will Andy Burnham's devolution plan raise economic growth?

BBC Verify has looked at what impact further devolution could be expected to have on the UK.

June 29, 2026

Scotland's T20 World Cup ends with Sri Lanka defeat

Scotland's T20 World Cup campaign ends in a thrilling final-over defeat by Sri Lanka at Old Trafford. Sarah Bryce's unbeaten 47 runs helps Scotland to 151-6, but Sri Lanka win by three wickets.

June 26, 2026

Man City agree record fee with Forest for Anderson

Manchester City agree a club record deal with Nottingham Forest to sign England midfielder Elliot Anderson.

June 25, 2026

India remain in hunt for semi-final spot with victory over Bangladesh

India beat Bangladesh by five-wickets in 16.5 overs at Old Trafford to remain in contention for a semi-final spot at the women's T20 World Cup.

June 25, 2026

India beat Bangladesh to keep semi-final hopes alive

Shafali Verma's 53 leads India to a five-wicket over Bangladesh at Old Trafford, setting up a must-win encounter against Australia on Sunday.

June 25, 2026

UK's Reeves says Burnham would provide stability as prime minister - Reuters

UK's Reeves says Burnham would provide stability as prime minister Reuters

June 25, 2026

TV Festival to move from Edinburgh to Manchester

The event is relocating from the Scottish capital next year in a move to "radically" cut costs.

June 24, 2026

Man Utd will not enter EFL Trophy next season

Manchester United will not enter the EFL Trophy or National League Cup next season.

June 23, 2026

Foyle Sportsound

Derry City are off to the Tallaght Stadium to take on Shamrock Rovers.

June 22, 2026

Man City close in on appointing Maresca as manager

Manchester City are closing in on the appointment of Enzo Maresca to succeed Pep Guardiola as manager.

June 22, 2026

Kapp's brilliant innings guides South Africa to crucial win against India

Marizanne Kapp finishes unbeaten on 81 as she guides South Africa to a six-wicket victory over India at Old Trafford in the Women's T20 World Cup, a win which keeps alive their hopes of reaching the semi-finals.

June 21, 2026

'What a player!' - Kapp's unbeaten 81 stuns India

Marizanne Kapp makes a superb 81 off 45 balls for South Africa as they seal a vital victory over India at Old Trafford in the Women's T20 World Cup.

June 21, 2026

What is Andy Burnham's 'Manchesterism' vision for the UK? - Reuters

What is Andy Burnham's 'Manchesterism' vision for the UK? Reuters

June 21, 2026

UK borrowing in May surges by more than expected

Borrowing is the difference between spending and income from taxes.

June 19, 2026

Olé, olé, olé, olé - What makes a memorable World Cup song?

Northern Ireland's contribution to the World Cup song includes tournaments in Mexico, Spain and Italy.

June 15, 2026

Arsenal & Liverpool in Bouaddi talks - Monday's gossip

Arsenal and Liverpool are keen on Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, Manchester City target a move for Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite, plus more.

June 14, 2026

Climate cost of expanded World Cup under scrutiny as emissions set to soar - Reuters

Climate cost of expanded World Cup under scrutiny as emissions set to soar Reuters

June 9, 2026

Spurs close in on Man City's Savinho - Tuesday's gossip

Spurs make progress with negotiations to sign Manchester City winger Savinho, Manchester United are battling their city rivals for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson, Atletico Madrid and Barcelona eye Chelsea full-back Marc Cucurella, plus more.

June 8, 2026

How Eriksen's heart device kicked into action

Denmark's team doctor said an ICD implanted into the footballer's chest responded as it should after he collapsed on Sunday.

June 8, 2026

Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland back after online banking outage

"We're aware some customers are having issues with our app and online banking. We're really sorry about this," Lloyds Bank posted on X.

June 3, 2026

'I trust them' - departing Guardiola on Man City's financial charges

Departing manager Pep Guardiola says he trusts how Manchester City behaved as the club continue to await rulings on 115 charges for allegedly breaching Premier League financial rules.

May 23, 2026

Cut-price Leao interests Man Utd - Sunday's gossip

AC Milan are ready to let Rafael Leao leave for a cut-price fee with Manchester United interested, Jarrod Bowen could also be heading to Old Trafford, plus more.

May 23, 2026

'With four jobs in London I couldn't afford rent so I'm going to Manchester'

Lauren Elcock is among the young Londoners who say rising rents are forcing them to quit the capital.

April 19, 2026

Trump sweeps Robertson aside to reach Tour Championship final

Judd Trump sweeps to a commanding 10-4 victory over Neil Robertson as he reaches the final of the Tour Championship in Manchester.

April 3, 2026

Guardiola wants Rodri to stay but says unhappy stars can go

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says unhappy players can leave the club, but he hopes midfielder Rodri will stay.

April 3, 2026

Manchester rivals to battle for Anderson - Saturday's gossip

Manchester United and Manchester City battle for Elliot Anderson, PSG and Bayern Munich eye Bruno Fernandes, Liverpool set for squad overhaul, plus more.

April 3, 2026

Guardiola eyes record eighth straight FA Cup semi-final for Man City - Reuters

Guardiola eyes record eighth straight FA Cup semi-final for Man City Reuters

April 3, 2026

Garnacho fined for speeding

The former Manchester United player is fined for speeding as he left the club's training ground.

March 26, 2026

Race on to establish globally recognised 'AI-free' logo

The backlash to the growing use of the tech has led to an explosion in attempts to come up with 'AI-Free' logo that could be used globally.

March 16, 2026

The race for the Quadruple: Arsenal and Manchester City's battle

With Arsenal and Manchester City still in the running for four trophies, BBC Sport looks at who else has come close to doing the Quadruple.

March 7, 2026

Real Madrid and Man City to meet again in Champions League last 16 - Reuters

Real Madrid and Man City to meet again in Champions League last 16 Reuters

February 27, 2026

Leggings, gloves, snoods - football's fashion trends

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains the number of fashion trends that have taken place in football.

February 24, 2026

'Bigger does not mean better' - why more matches is not for good of the game

In his BBC Sport column, ex-Premier League boss Tony Pulis explains why more matches in a shorter space of time might mean more injuries, and why the expansion of tournaments does not help players or fans.

February 20, 2026