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Scotland: Oliver Burke “doesn’t expect” a World Cup call-up

Scotland: Oliver Burke “doesn’t expect” a World Cup call-up

šŸ”„ Check out this trending post from BBC Sport šŸ“– šŸ“‚ **Category**: āœ… **What You’ll Learn**: Ollie Burke insists he has not given much thought to Scotland's World Cup call-up and is simply focusing on Union Berlin's good performance in the Bundesliga.The 28-year-old joined Union on a long-term contract in the summer and has scored four goals this season, including a hat-trick against Eintracht Frankfurt.ā€œI'm just focusing on the football here and what happens, does happen,ā€ said Burke, who made his last 13 caps in 2020.ā€œI haven't thought much about it. Obviously I know there's a World Cup coming up,…
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Football Daily – 72+ EFL Pod: Andy’s beer ban and Cove’s return to the top

Football Daily – 72+ EFL Pod: Andy’s beer ban and Cove’s return to the top

šŸ’„ Explore this must-read post from BBC Sport šŸ“– šŸ“‚ **Category**: šŸ’” **What You’ll Learn**: Available for 29 daysAaron Paul, Middlesbrough loan manager Tommy Smith and Bromley chairman Andy Woodman discuss the biggest news from the Premier League. They react to Coventry's comeback above Boro at the top of the Championship. How does Michael O'Neill balance his new job at Blackburn with trying to get Northern Ireland to the World Cup? Wigan appoints Gary Caldwell to replace Ryan Lowe, and what is the secret to the success of Bromley, leaders of League Two? Messages and voice notes are always welcome…
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Vinicius racism allegation: Manchester United’s Tullis Joyce speaks out

Vinicius racism allegation: Manchester United’s Tullis Joyce speaks out

šŸ”„ Read this must-read post from BBC Sport šŸ“– šŸ“‚ **Category**: šŸ“Œ **What You’ll Learn**: Manchester United goalkeeper Fallon Tullis-Joys said it was ā€œshameful but not surprisingā€ that football was still plagued by racism.UEFA has launched an official investigation following Vinicius Junior's allegation of racism against Benfica midfielder Gianluca Pristiani during Real Madrid's Champions League match in Lisbon.Vinicius said, "Racists are cowards," while Pristiani denied directing racist abuse at the Brazilian striker.Tullis-Joys knows from personal experience how deep the problem is, and the USA international is saddened that racism is still a part of football.ā€œI am the daughter of a…
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Dundee: Luke Graham is backed to reach the Premier League

Dundee: Luke Graham is backed to reach the Premier League

šŸ’„ Discover this trending post from BBC Sport šŸ“– šŸ“‚ **Category**: šŸ’” **What You’ll Learn**: The left-footed Scotland Under-21 international has been a consistent presence in the backline for Dundee, starting 25 of their 26 league matches.The academy product is among the top ten in the Premier League when it comes to several defensive metrics.He ranks third in duels won, winning an impressive 66% of his fights, while also being in the top six in eliminations and blocks.Pressley believes his ability will see him become a full international, while his current form, according to his club manager, is enough for…
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Michail Antonio: Qatari club Al Sailiya begins talks with the striker alongside Charlton

Michail Antonio: Qatari club Al Sailiya begins talks with the striker alongside Charlton

šŸš€ Read this trending post from BBC Sport šŸ“– šŸ“‚ **Category**: šŸ“Œ **What You’ll Learn**: Michail Antonio is in talks with Qatari club Al-Sailiya as well as Championship side Charlton Athletic, as he looks to return to regular football after a near-fatal car accident.The former West Ham striker is keen to return to regular football and is currently training at Charlton's base in south-east London.Negotiations are ongoing with both clubs.The 35-year-old played for Jamaica in the CONCACAF Gold Cup in June after recovering from the accident in December 2024.West Ham released Antonio last August, then he trained for a short…
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Philippe Coutinho: The former Liverpool midfielder says he is ‘taking a step back’ and leaving Vasco da Gama

Philippe Coutinho: The former Liverpool midfielder says he is ‘taking a step back’ and leaving Vasco da Gama

šŸ”„ Discover this insightful post from BBC Sport šŸ“– šŸ“‚ **Category**: šŸ’” **What You’ll Learn**: Philippe Coutinho said he will leave his childhood club Vasco da Gama because he is "mentally tired" and "his period at the club is over."The former Liverpool and Barcelona midfielder was substituted at half-time after being booed by fans during Vasco's penalty shootout win over Volta Redonda last week.Coutinho, who played 68 international matches for Brazil, did not return to the bench in the second half to watch the remainder of the match.In a long and emotional statement on Instagram, the 33-year-old said he was…
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Winter Olympics 2026: What do curlers do when they’re not at the Games?

Winter Olympics 2026: What do curlers do when they’re not at the Games?

šŸš€ Discover this insightful post from BBC Sport šŸ“– šŸ“‚ **Category**: šŸ’” **What You’ll Learn**: The ten Scottish players representing Team GB in Cortina are now professional athletes.From the beginning of July until the end of April - when they are not competing somewhere in the world - they will report to the National Curling Academy in Stirling every weekday morning to start training at 08:00. Each day includes two 2-hour ice sessions and one in the gym.Over the course of the week, three of those exercises in the gym are strength-based and two are conditioning exercises. Most athletes will…
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The European Central Bank announced the allocation of £45 million of funds to finance comprehensive grassroots projects

The European Central Bank announced the allocation of £45 million of funds to finance comprehensive grassroots projects

✨ Explore this must-read post from BBC Sport šŸ“– šŸ“‚ **Category**: šŸ’” **What You’ll Learn**: The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has announced that around Ā£45 million raised from a Ā£520 million investment in The Hundred will be used to fund projects that make cricket more inclusive.When the 800 teams were sold last year, 10% of the total money raised was allocated to the grassroots game in England and Wales.The ECB has confirmed the creation of the Strategic Facility Fund, which will be used for large-scale projects and is expected to provide investment for at least 10 years.It will…
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Arsenal’s title race: ‘The word bottle will be used’ for Arsenal after Wolves draw

Arsenal’s title race: ‘The word bottle will be used’ for Arsenal after Wolves draw

šŸ”„ Check out this awesome post from BBC Sport šŸ“– šŸ“‚ **Category**: āœ… **What You’ll Learn**: After wasting a two-goal lead to draw with the bottom of the Premier League Wolvesthere will be no evading questions about whether Arsenal Mentally ready to end their 22-year wait to become champions.For the first time truly this season, the title race is no longer entirely within the control of Mikel Arteta and his players.If Manchester City - five points clear of second place - win all 12 of their remaining matches, which include a home encounter against Arsenal, they will finish first.However, the…
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NFL: San Francisco 49ers host Mexico during the 2026 season

NFL: San Francisco 49ers host Mexico during the 2026 season

✨ Read this trending post from BBC Sport šŸ“– šŸ“‚ **Category**: āœ… **What You’ll Learn**: The San Francisco 49ers will play two international games during the 2026 NFL season.The five-time Super Bowl winners have already confirmed they will play the Los Angeles Rams in the first AFL game in Australia.The 49ers have now revealed that they will be the host team for the NFL's return to Mexico after a four-year break.The NFL has agreed to a new three-year commitment to play regular season games in Mexico City, although the date and opponent have not yet been announced.The 49ers played in…
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