‘There is a magnificent balance’: how Spain built a record-breaking defence

The Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón has not conceded a goal at the World Cup and, worryingly for Belgium, he has not had to face that many shots “We’re the villains, there to stop the goals that football lives off,” Unai Simón says. If so, there has never been a bad guy as bad as him, the keeper who could do with an introduction from Don LaFontaine: In a World Cup dominated by forwards, one man resists … There were five minutes to go until half-time during Spain’s battle with Portugal in the last 16 when something historic happened, or there would have been if anything had actually happened. I

Nasser: England can't take foot off gas for final T20 against India

Sky Sports' Nasser Hussain urges England to remain ruthless and maintain their intensity as they aim to secure a dominant T20 series victory.

Highlights: England thrash India AGAIN to seal landmark series victory

The best of the action from the fourth T20I in a sunny Bristol as England demolished India for the second time this week to secure a first-ever series win over their opponents in the format.

Spurs make offer for Kolo Muani - Friday gossip

Tottenham make an offer for Randal Kolo Muani but Juventus remain favourites to sign the forward, Arsenal are ready to finalise a deal for Christos Tzolis, Marcus Rashford's future at Barcelona could be in doubt, plus more.

Brook, Salt blast England to T20 series win over dismal India

Harry Brook and Phil Salt's 146-run partnership saw England dish out a nine-wicket trouncing of India in Bristol to cruise to a T20 series victory with a game to spare.

Genesis Scottish Open | Day one highlights

Highlights from day one of the Genesis Scottish Open held in North Berwick, Scotland at The Renaissance Club.

McIlroy in five-way tie as big names make early moves in Scotland

Rory McIlroy is part of a five-way tie for the lead after the opening round of the Genesis Scottish Open, with Scottie Scheffler also in contention after a solid start.

McIlroy in co-lead at competitive Scottish Open after Scheffler shock

Rory McIlroy maintained a share of the lead amid a competitive Genesis Scottish Open field with the world No 2 heading into the weekend tied on nine- under with Jordan Smith and Tom Kim.

France vs Morocco build-up LIVE!

US confirm Pulisic leg fracture in defeat by Belgium

The United States confirm that forward Christian Pulisic fractured his leg during his side's 4-1 defeat by Belgium in the World Cup last 16.

Betfred World Matchplay 2026: Littler faces Springer as draw confirmed

Luke Littler will take on Niko Springer as he looks to defend his World Matchplay title, live on Sky Sports from July 18-26, at the Winter Gardens in Blackpool.

Erling Haaland claims pressure is all on England in quarter-final with Norway

Striker says England one of the ‘clear favourites’ to win World Cup Also makes knowing reference to famous ‘Stay humble’ remark Erling Haaland has ramped up the World Cup mind games by saying England are the team under pressure when they face Norway in their quarter-final tie on Saturday. Haaland has enjoyed a sensational tournament , scoring seven times in four games, including twice in Sunday’s last-16 win over Brazil . Norway are flying in their first appearance on this stage since 1998 but, in characteristically mischievous fashion, Haaland insisted expectations should only be directed o