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Read the lead brief →Sports · 9/16/2026, 11:07:00 AM UTC
Maresca criticises focus on controversial Manchester derby winner
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca says it is "quite poor" that the controversy surrounding Erling Haaland's winner has overshadowed his side's win at Manchester United.
Sports · 9/16/2026, 11:00:56 AM UTC
Harwood-Bellis has chance to make his mark at Villa
Left out of Aston Villa's Champions League squad and yet to feature since his arrival, Taylor Harwood-Bellis has the chance to shine in the EFL Cup.
Sports · 9/16/2026, 10:56:23 AM UTC
How exceptional Garner became Everton's main man
BBC Sport examines how James Garner has become Everton's most important player.
Sports · 9/16/2026, 10:55:00 AM UTC
Mbappe, Vini and Konate cover up Real's message of support for Ceuta
Vini Jnr, Mbappe and Konate cover up Ceuta message of support ahead of Real Madrid's match against Elche.
Sports · 9/16/2026, 10:14:45 AM UTC
Ranking the greatest all-time fantasy football icons
There's nothing quite like the satisfaction of unearthing an absolute Fantasy Premier League bargain - so who are the most iconic picks ever?
Sports · 9/16/2026, 9:01:21 AM UTC
F1 to have 10 sprint races in 2027, including Monaco
Formula 1 increases the number of sprint races from six to 10 for the 2027 World Championship.
Sports · 9/16/2026, 8:30:56 AM UTC
Fernandez signs new London City contract
London City Lionesses defender Jana Fernandez signs a new contract, keeping her at the club until 2029.
Sports · 9/16/2026, 7:53:15 AM UTC
Woods seen on range for first time since car crash
Tiger Woods says he "can hit pretty much anything" after returning to the range for the first time since a car crash six months ago.
Sports · 9/16/2026, 6:49:45 AM UTC
'He's an idiot, but he's our idiot' - Saints fans on Pollock contract stand-off
How has a drawn-out and public contract negotiation affected the relationship between Henry Pollock and Northampton Saints fans?
Sports · 9/16/2026, 6:36:48 AM UTC
Released despite seven straight wins, baffled Mokaev vows UFC return
Muhammad Mokaev tells BBC Sport that he is still searching for answers about why he was cut by the UFC in 2024 and dreams of returning to the organisation.
Sports · 9/15/2026, 10:26:50 PM UTC
'Superstar' Dowman shows his class - but Arsenal know caution is needed
Max Dowman shines with two goals against Ipswich Town - but boss Mikel Arteta warns Arsenal cannot rush his development.