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Wales captain James has World Cup on her mind
Wales take on Albania over two legs in the semi-finals of the play-offs motivated by reaching a World Cup for the first time.
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World Cup 2034: Does Saudi Arabia shelving Neom Stadium spell trouble?
Since winning the right to hold the 2034 World Cup unopposed, Saudi Arabia has been pulling away from sport. With reports that its most ambitious stadium project will be abandoned, what does this mean for the World Cup?
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Wales eye shutout in World Cup play-off first leg
Rhian Wilkinson makes a clean sheet the first target for Wales in Friday's Women's World Cup play-off semi-final first leg against Albania.
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'Nothing impossible' as NI begin long road to Brazil
Northern Ireland defenders Nat Johnson and Rebecca Holloway tell BBC Sport NI of their dream of reaching a first ever Women's World Cup as NI go through the play-offs.
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Toone comes into England squad as Bronze withdraws
Manchester United midfielder Ella Toone receives a late England call-up for this month's World Cup play-off games against Greece.
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Huge night for Women's World Cup hopes - how are home nations set?
England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Scotland and the Republic of Ireland are under way in their Women's World Cup play-offs. How are their prospects looking?
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She made India fall in love with women's cricket - now her era as captain is over
The skipper who led India to the historic 2025 World Cup win has stepped down from her role in all three formats.
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'Bring the magic' - Scotland's Ross eyes World Cup dream
Scotland assistant coach Leanne Ross never played at a World Cup but thinks the current squad has what it takes to get through the play-offs for Brazil 2027.
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Tuchel's England 2.0: What has changed?
What has Thomas Tuchel tweaked as he looks to refine his England blueprint rather than rewrite it from scratch?
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'Nothing can take my attention' - Ward on World Cup and Villa link
Republic of Ireland manager Carla Ward says that "nothing is tempting" her away from her job as they prepare for a World Cup qualifying double-header against Kazakhstan.
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Family, football and Dalglish - what drives NI boss McArdle?
BBC Sport NI's Andy Gray sits down with Northern Ireland manager Michael McArdle to discuss his long career before his biggest managerial test in the World Cup play-offs.
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Watch: Every Messi World Cup goal for Argentina
Watch every World Cup goal scored by Lionel Messi, as the Argentina forward retires from international football.
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Davies' 'extra motivation' after Euros heartbreak
Defender Mayzee Davies says missing Wales' first major tournament at Euro 2025 with a serious knee injury has given her extra motivation for the World Cup play-offs.
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What's it like to be the World Cup final referee?
Slavko Vincic, who refereed the 2026 World Cup final, reveals what it's like to take charge of the biggest game in football.
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England forward Packer to miss North America tour
Two-time World Cup winner Marlie Packer will not travel with England to North America this month for Tests against Canada and the United States.
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Wales focus on Albania as Grainger reunion looms
Wales face Albania in the Women's World Cup play-offs this week knowing a challenging reunion with Gemma Grainger may well be the prize on offer.
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Premier League viewership in US up 20 percent among young Americans
English Premier League viewership up 20 percent among young Americans following World Cup, Nielsen Sports data shows.
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Lionel Messi to join Argentina for farewell match against Benin
The friendly marks a symbolic passing of the torch for a player whose international legacy includes a World Cup title.
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Messi set for final emotional farewell in Argentina send-off
When Lionel Messi takes to the pitch on Tuesday for his final appearance for Argentina, it will bring an end to a journey that started with football authorities not even knowing his name and evolved into one of the most enduring relationships in sporting history. After announcing his retirement from international football earlier this month, the 39-year-old departs with a string of accolades to his name, including captaining Argentina to World Cup glory in 2022.
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Bowie seizing Scotland shot after World Cup disappointment
BBC Scotland speaks to Kieron Bowie after he scores his first goal for his country against North Macedonia.