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BBC Sounds has launched 'Karel Prince: Lie Detector', a podcast where hosts Karel Prince and Anita Abayomi investigate unbelievable football stories. In the first episode, former Manchester United striker Brian McClair presents three tales from his career, including a Sir Alex Ferguson hairdryer incident and David Beckham's pre-match rituals.
BBC Sport introduces a new daily football quiz game, 'Who Am I?', where players guess a mystery footballer using clues. The game, set by Huzaifah Khan, rewards fewer attempts with higher scores.
Enrique Macaya Marquez, 91, is covering his 18th consecutive World Cup, a record. He reflects on his career from Pele to Messi, and offers nuanced views on football's greatest players.
BBC Sport's England reporter Kelly Somers shares the story behind the Harry Kane interview that went viral worldwide.
As the World Cup passes the halfway point, hosts Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith take a well-earned break. A compilation episode featuring their best moments, including interviews and behind-the-scenes antics, is now available.
BBC and ITV face a tight turnaround to select which World Cup round of 32 matches to broadcast. The BBC gets first pick among 16 games, with many lineups unknown until the group stage ends. The first knockout match kicks off just 15 hours later.
The 2026 World Cup in the US, Canada and Mexico is underway. BBC will show 54 matches live, including the final on 19 July, with 92 games on BBC Sounds and full coverage on the BBC Sport website and app.
The BBC and ITV have shared World Cup coverage since 1966. The broadcasters take turns picking matches, with the final shared. The process involves strategy, scheduling conflicts, and guesswork for knockout rounds.
The Copa Independent podcast offers episodes on World Cup nostalgia, history, and current issues like cost and Iran, plus a list of the 100 greatest players. Listen to all episodes online.
