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Last updated: August 24, 2026, 2:37 AM ET

Football/Soccer

Haaland's New Look Sparks Quiz

Erling Haaland shaved off his flowing blond locks before the new Premier League season, opting for a buzz cut that has gone viral on social media. The dramatic change in appearance has prompted fans to test their knowledge with a new BBC Sport Football quiz asking them to identify other footballers from their distinctive haircuts over the years.

Gauff Claims Second Cincinnati Open Title

Gauff defeated fellow American Pegula in straight sets, 6-2 6-4, to capture her second Cincinnati Open women's singles title. The victory cements Gauff's status as one of tennis's rising stars and boosts confidence heading into the US Open.

McIlroy Reflects on PGA Tour Near-Miss

Rory McIlroy admitted he is still not happy with his swing heading into the season-ending Tour Championship, despite narrowly missing out on victory at the BMW Championship. The McIlroy expressed ongoing concerns about his performance as he looks to close the gap in the FedEx Cup standings.

Racing Action at Windsor

Windsor and Royal Windsor play host to Monday's action, live on Sky Sports Racing. The featured contest sees Camarda Rc return to competition, generating excitement among fans of the horse who have been following its recent performances.

LIV Golf Future Remains Uncertain

DeChambeau and Rahm insist there's 'something fun coming' and a 'lot of potential' in LIV Golf to continue beyond their season finale in Cyprus. The comments come as the league faces questions about its long-term viability following the season's conclusion.

Spanish Forward Joins Saudi Side

Spanish forward González has signed with Al Qadsiah of the Saudi Women's Premier League less than a month after she abruptly left defending NWSL champions Gotham FC "to attend to personal matters." The move represents González's continued international journey across professional leagues.

Barcelona Dominates Elche

Raphinha stars as Barcelona thump Elche 5-0. Barcelona began the defence of their LaLiga title with a thumping 5-0 win away against Elche at the Estadio Manuel Martinez Valero. The comprehensive victory showcased Barcelona's attacking prowess and set a strong tone for their championship campaign.

VAR Review: Liverpool's Penalty Decision

VAR causes an upset most weeks, but how are those decisions made and are they correct? Our resident ref, Michael Oliver, explains all. The analysis comes after Liverpool were granted a late penalty that many felt was a soft award, raising questions about the consistency of officiating in the Premier League.

Ceferin Warns Infantino on European Matters

UEFA president Ceferin says his Fifa counterpart Infantino attempt to sell off a stake in the World Cup was "worse than the Super League." The strong words from Ceferin highlight ongoing tensions between European football authorities and global football governance.

Hull City Stuns Manchester United

business as usual boss Holden kept his plan to topple Manchester United on their Premier League return under wraps for weeks, assistant head coach Caldwell tells Match of the Day. The 2-0 victory marked Holden's first game in charge and delivered a remarkable result against Manchester United.

Fils Emerges as US Open Contender

Frenchman Arthur Fils may have played himself into contention to win the US Open after sealing the biggest title of his career at the Cincinnati Open on Sunday. The historic victory over Tiafoe in the final positions Fils as a dark horse candidate for the Grand Slam.