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The Portuguese second-tier team hosting Sunderland in Europe15 October 2026, 7:30 am 

Portuguese second-tier side Torreense host Sunderland in the Europa League in what will be their first ever European home match.


Napoli back McTominay to stay amid Real links - gossip15 October 2026, 7:06 am 

Napoli believe Scott McTominay wants to extend his contract despite reports of Real Madrid interest, while Duncan Ferguson is linked with the manager's job with Glentoran.


Listen: Will Celtic bounce back in Lisbon - and how will Hearts start?15 October 2026, 7:00 am 

Celtic face a huge European test at Benfica while Hearts have a Conference League opener.


Could Wenger really take on Infantino and run for Fifa presidency?15 October 2026, 6:35 am 

Senior figures in European football tell BBC Sport they want former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger to run as a surprise candidate against Gianni Infantino.


The Andorran club making history with a Pochettino in the team15 October 2026, 6:09 am 

Maurizio Pochettino and inter Club d'Escaldes are set to make European history for footballing minnows Andorra.


Who am I? Plus today's other quizzes15 October 2026, 6:00 am 

Test your ball knowledge against today's Who Am I?, Five in Five and Brainteaser.


Southgate does not see return to Premier League management15 October 2026, 5:39 am 

Former England manager Gareth Southgate says he does not see himself returning to club management in the Premier League.


Burnham had two hospitality dinners with Man City chairman, deleted records show15 October 2026, 1:07 am 

The prime minister has been under growing pressure since the club was found guilty of Premier League rule breaches.


'Players won't like it' - Martinez apologises, but is the damage done?14 October 2026, 11:13 pm 

Champions League Match of the Day pundits Nedum Onuoha, Stephen Warnock, and Rory Smith analyse Lisandro Martinez's comments following Manchester United's 2-0 loss to Atletico Madrid and the impact they'll have on the club.


'Shameless' - Mourinho critical of Vinicius Jr ban timing14 October 2026, 11:13 pm 

Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr will miss El Clasico against Barcelona after being given a four-game ban.


Guardiola's return, Man City's defiance - and a game of glorious chaos14 October 2026, 10:57 pm 

Manchester City put on a show of defiance on their return to Etihad Stadium - even in the face of a PSG masterclass, writes Phil McNulty.


Jackson steps up again as Aston Villa revival continues14 October 2026, 10:45 pm 

Nicolas Jackson continues his fine goalscoring form as Aston Villa record an impressive Champions League win.


Outburst came out of 'anger and frustration' - Martinez14 October 2026, 10:42 pm 

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez says he "spoke out of anger and frustration" when launching a scathing attack on the club's hierarchy.


PSG on different level - but where do they rank against other great sides?14 October 2026, 9:55 pm 

Paris St-Germain are eyeing a third successive Champions League crown after dismantling Manchester City, but where do they rank against Europe's most dominant clubs?


Isco snatches late Betis win as they edge past Porto14 October 2026, 9:51 pm 

Isco scores an 84th minute penalty to help Real Betis snatch a late 3-2 win against Porto, giving them back to back wins at the start of this season's Champions League.

    
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Transfer rumors, news: Martínez's future at Man United in doubt after bust-up15 October 2026, 8:44 am 

Lisandro Martínez's future at Manchester United is in question after he pointed fingers at the club's board. Transfer Talk has the latest.


Bauers' epic HR rocks Dodgers, helps move Brewers one win from World Series15 October 2026, 7:14 am 

Jake Bauers hit a go-ahead two-run blast in the seventh that helped propel the Brewers to a 6-2 win over the Dodgers in Game 3 of the NLCS.


👀 College Football Bottom 10: Texas takes major fall15 October 2026, 7:14 am 

There's no mercy for Texas: One loss and the Longhorns land on our dubious list.


WR Harrison will make debut for Texans on Sunday in London, Ryans says15 October 2026, 7:14 am 

Texans wideout Marvin Harrison Jr. will play against the Jacksonville Jaguars in London on Sunday, Houston coach DeMeco Ryans said Wednesday.


Four men arrested in connection with Feb. shooting of 49ers DL White15 October 2026, 7:14 am 

Four men have been arrested in connection with the shooting of 49ers defensive lineman Keion White at a nightclub in February, officials said Wednesday.


Warriors' Porzingis out indefinitely but will remain around team15 October 2026, 7:14 am 

Warriors center Kristaps Porzingis will remain out indefinitely with a private health-related issue but will be around the team.


Sources: FIFA set to change rules that led to Balogun World Cup red card reversal15 October 2026, 7:14 am 

FIFA is set to amend its rules to prevent a repeat of the controversial reversal of the World Cup suspension issued to Folarin Balogun, sources have told ESPN.


Spurs debut three-guard lineup of Fox, Harper, Castle in preseason win15 October 2026, 7:14 am 

Spurs coach Mitch Johnson finally deployed the three-guard lineup featuring De'Aaron Fox, Dylan Harper and Stephon Castle in a 123-103 preseason win over the Suns on Wednesday.


Dodgers, on brink, know they need historic comeback for shot at three-peat15 October 2026, 7:14 am 

For the Dodgers to keep their season alive, they will have to make the type of comeback only one team has ever achieved.


Rams' Jackson has suspension cut to 1 game following appeal15 October 2026, 7:14 am 

Alaric Jackson's suspension for punching Bradley Chubb after Monday night's game between the Bills and Rams was reduced from two games to one.


What this year's final four says about the labor battle -- and the game's future15 October 2026, 5:52 am 

The No. 1 payroll in baseball -- and three others that barely add up to L.A.'s combined -- are left standing this October.


UCL talking points, Matchday 2: Who's to blame for Man United mess? Chaos bad for Madrid?15 October 2026, 5:46 am 

Which players and clubs shined in the Champions League? Gab Marcotti, Tom Hamilton and Sam Marsden weigh in on all the moments that mattered from Matchday 2.


Man City can't compete with PSG, the Champions League's gold standard15 October 2026, 5:46 am 

In dismantling Man City at the Etihad, PSG strengthened their claim to be Europe's finest -- and perhaps the best UCL team of all time.


Is Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith the best-ever college WR?15 October 2026, 5:44 am 

Larry Fitzgerald, Jaxon Smith-Njigba are among those endorsing the Buckeyes star.


Ranking college football's best receivers of the last 50 years15 October 2026, 5:44 am 

As Jeremiah Smith continues to amaze, Bill Connelly looks at where his career fits among the best ever.