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Why does Scotland lead the way on heading in football?
BBC Scotland sports news correspondent Chris McLaughlin examines the landscape about the impact of heading the ball in Scottish football.
BBC News - UK6 months ago
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'I needed a fresh start' - Jones to make boxing debut after taekwondo switch
Jade Jones says her journey from reaching the pinnacle of taekwondo to being at the bottom of boxing has been a "humbling" one as she prepares for her boxing debut against Egypt Criss on 7 March.
BBC News - UK6 months ago
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'Same old story' for Slot as Wolves 'keep fighting'
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot began the week by saying he found most Premier League games no longer a joy to watch - and had little to enjoy as he described defeat at Wolves as the "same old story".
BBC News - UK6 months ago
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Trump 'does not care' if Iran play at World Cup
US President Donald Trump says he does not care if Iran take part in this summer's 2026 World Cup.
BBC News - UK6 months ago
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England deliver Wiegman's 'clear win' to make World Cup statement
A "clear win" was what Sarina Wiegman wanted from her England side against Ukraine - and that was what they delivered in a bright start to their World Cup qualifying campaign.
BBC News - UK6 months ago
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Arteta doubles down after rivals' set-piece criticism
Mikel Arteta responds to criticism of Arsenal's tactics from rival managers by saying he is "upset" they "haven't scored more" from corners.
BBC News - UK6 months ago
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Is it time to trust South Africa as World Cup 'favourites'?
South Africa are the only unbeaten team left at the T20 World Cup and go into their semi-final against New Zealand as favourites, so it is time to trust them despite their past in global tournaments?...
BBC News - UK6 months ago
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Tottenham write to PGMOL over refereeing decisions
Tottenham have written to Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) chief Howard Webb to raise their concerns over key refereeing decisions, sources have told BBC Sport.
BBC News - UK6 months ago
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In defence of Arsenal - is criticism of Premier League leaders unfair?
In defence of Arsenal - BBC Sport chief football writer Phil McNulty asks is the criticism of the Premier League leaders unfair as they chase four trophies?
BBC News - UK6 months ago
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England squad not 'political spokespeople' - PFA chief
England's players are worried about being turned into "political spokespeople" at the World Cup, the chief executive of the Professional Footballers' Association says.
BBC News - UK6 months ago
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I take marathon training seriously - but Ramadan is more important
A marathon training block is tough enough. Fasting while preparing to take on the world's best at the London Marathon is harder still.
BBC News - UK6 months ago
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Haaland? Kane? R9? Ranking the best centre-forwards this century
Who are the best centre-forwards of the 21st Century? We've had a go at trying to whittle down a pretty formidable list.
BBC News - UK6 months ago
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England have better spinners and can beat India in semi-final - Vaughan
Former England captain Michael Vaughan says England have a better spin attack than India and he has a "funny feeling" Harry Brook's side will win Thursday's T20 World Cup semi-final.
BBC News - UK6 months ago
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Should we have high hopes for Hamilton and Ferrari? F1 Q&A
BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your questions before the season-opening Australian Grand Prix.
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Can Chelsea kick-start faltering Palmer?
Why Cole Palmer, named the eighth‑best player in the world at the Ballon d'Or ceremony in September, is struggling to match his sensational 2024.
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The one that got away - Carrick returns to Tyneside with Man Utd
Michael Carrick will very much be a Manchester United man when he takes his side to St James' Park on Wednesday night - but the boyhood Newcastle United supporter has not forgotten his roots.
BBC News - UK6 months ago
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England stars concerned about pressure to speak out about political issues at World Cup
England players have raised concerns with their union about not wanting to be pressured into speaking out on political issues around the World Cup in the US, Sky News can reveal.
Sky News - UK6 months ago
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'I feel very safe now, I haven't always' - George on rugby's concussion issue
England hooker Jamie George says that rugby's relationship with head injuries has changed dramatically during his career.
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France to boost nuclear arsenal and extend deterrence to European allies
Emmanuel Macron said eight countries could enjoy protection from France's nuclear umbrella - but that Paris would retain sole decision-making power.
BBC News - UK6 months ago
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Reshuffled flights and players stuck - how sport is navigating Middle East crisis
BBC Sport looks at how the ongoing conflict in the Middle East is affecting the staging of sporting events around the world.
BBC News - UK6 months ago