Former Chelsea and Spain captain César Azpilicueta joins Steve Crossman on BBC Radio 5 Live's Football Daily to discuss playing with young Lamine Yamal, his time at Chelsea with Reece James and Thomas Tuchel, and his early career under Didier Dechamps at Marseille.
FIFA has highlighted standout young players at the World Cup, with the Young Player Award in focus. The post links to fifa.com for more details.
Matheus Cunha has become central to Brazil's World Cup success, offering a unique blend of striker and playmaker. His role has helped the team gain momentum, with manager Carlo Ancelotti finding an effective lineup.
Test your football knowledge with BBC Sport's daily 'Who Am I?' game. Each day features a new footballer; guess the player using as few clues as possible to score points. Today's challenge is set by Huzaifah Khan.
Luka Modrić laughed off reports that José Mourinho called him, saying he wishes him luck and has special affection for the coach, whom he calls amazing and one of the best.
Alphonso Davies made his 2026 World Cup debut as a substitute in Canada's 1-0 win over South Africa, setting up a Round of 16 clash. The victory marked Canada's first knockout stage appearance, with Davies calling it a 'dream come true' after recovering from a torn ACL and a hamstring injury.
Brazilian-born former Japan international Marcus Tulio Tanaka previews the Round of 32 match between Brazil and Japan at the FIFA World Cup, sharing insights on the cultural and footballing ties between the two nations.
The FIFA Power Rankings, powered by Aramco, reveal the biggest movers after the World Cup group stage. Ousmane Dembele, Jude Bellingham, and Rodri are among those who climbed significantly in attacking, creativity, and defending categories.
Canada midfielder Stephen Eustaquio has been awarded FIFA Man of the Match following his performance in the team's latest match.
Manchester United midfielder Manuel Ugarte is expected to miss an extended period after sustaining a knee ligament injury during Uruguay's World Cup loss to Spain. The severity is still being assessed, but the 25-year-old faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines.
