Qualifiers - Group C: Turkmenistan 2-2 Bahrain
Yangon: A flurry of late goals saw Turkmenistan and Bahrain play out a 2-2 draw in their AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Qualifiers Group C...
Butler's Bangladesh dreaming big
Yangon: Bangladesh are chasing a historic first after a dazzling 7-0 win against Bahrain in their AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Qualifiers...
Qualifiers - Group C: Bahrain 0-7 Bangladesh
Yangon: Bangladesh were at their best as they beat Bahrain 7-0 in their AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Qualifiers Group C match on Sunday.
2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup: Scouting Saudi Arabia
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The USMNT looks to build with another win. The United States Men’s National Team opened the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup...
Group C: China PR 1-0 Bahrain
Chongqing: Teenager Wang Yudong scored from the penalty spot three minutes into stoppage time to give China PR a 1-0 win over Bahrain in their...
Socceroos embrace Saudi challenge with World Cup spot tantalisingly close | Joey Lynch
The equation is simple – avoid losing by five goals to secure qualification – but the message in the Australian camp is to go out and win in...
Preview - Group C: China PR v Bahrain
Chongqing: China PR and Bahrain will be playing for pride when they meet in Group C of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 on Tuesday.
Group C: Bahrain 0-2 Saudi Arabia
Riffa: Saudi Arabia kept themselves in the running for automatic qualification after they defeated Bahrain 2-0 in their AFC Asian Qualifiers™ –...
Australia 1-0 Japan: Dramatic Behich winner brings World Cup qualification nearer
Australia all but secured qualification for the 2026 World Cup as Aziz Behich’s 90th-minute winner fired them to a 1-0 triumph over Japan. The...
Chilled Cole Palmer ready to play ‘wherever' and win spot in England XI
Back in the groove for Chelsea, attacking midfielder will be competing with Bellingham and Foden for World Cup berthThings that Cole Palmer is not...
Bitesize Prediction: Bahrain vs Saudi Arabia – 05/06/25
Competition: World Cup Qualifiers Market: Saudi Arabia win Odds: 19/20 @ 1xBet Facing what is a must-win World Cup qualifying showdown on Thursday...
Bitesize Prediction: Oman vs Jordan – 05/06/25
Competition: World Cup Qualifying Market: Both teams to score – No Odds: 4/5 @ BetUS In what is a real must-win showdown for both camps on Thursday...
Preview - Group C: Bahrain v Saudi Arabia
Riffa: Bahrain and Saudi Arabia both know the score - only victory will suffice when they meet in Group C of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26...
Mighty Japan stand in Socceroos way – but it has never been a better time to face them | John Duerden
Samurai Blue have earned the right to bring a squad containing just seven players with more than 10 caps to Australia for a World Cup qualifierThe...
Bahrain vs Saudi Arabia Prediction and Betting Tips | June 5th 2025
Bahrain will face Saudi Arabia at the Bahrain National Stadium on Thursday in the penultimate game of their third-round 2026 FIFA World Cup...
Preview: Bahrain vs. Saudi Arabia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's World Cup Qualifying - Asia clash between Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, including predictions, team news and possible...
Gerrard knew what was good for him, and he knew Celtic and Rodgers would own him. That's why he pulled out of the running for the Ibrox job
Well, it looks like Steven Gerrard has removed himself from the race to become the next Ibrox manager. Keith Jackson cites a ‘lifestyle choice’ as...
Bill Asprey (1936-2025)
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Steven Gerrard kills rumours he’s back in Scotland to become Rangers manager in huge video update
STEVEN GERRARD is the favourite to become the next Rangers manager.
But despite rumours he’s been in Scotland to seal the deal, he seems to be...
Group C: Indonesia 5-1 Bahrain
Hohhot: Indonesia booked their place in the AFC Women's Futsal Asian Cup™ China 2025 quarter-finals after defeating Bahrain 5-1 in Group C at the...
Preview - Group C: Indonesia v Bahrain; Thailand v Japan
Hohhot: The final round of matches in Group C will see three of the four teams still in with a chance to advance to the quarter-finals of the AFC...
Group C: Bahrain 2-3 Japan
Hohhot: Japan narrowly held on for a 3-2 win over Bahrain on Friday in the AFC Women's Futsal Asian Cup™ China 2025 for a second straight victory...
Preview - Group C: Indonesia v Thailand; Bahrain v Japan
Hohhot: Thailand and Japan will look to confirm their places in the AFC Women's Futsal Asian Cup™ China 2025 knockout stage with victories on...
Group C: Thailand 4-0 Bahrain
Hohhot: Thailand kicked off their AFC Women's Futsal Asian Cup™ China 2025 Group C campaign with a resounding 4-0 win against Bahrain at the Hohhot...
Preview - Group C: Thailand v Bahrain
Hohhot: After finishing third at both previous editions, Thailand enter the AFC Women's Futsal Asian Cup™ China 2025 with high hopes of lifting the...
Steven Gerrard spotted declaring ‘I f****** love Rangers’ on boozy night out in expletive-laden message for Celtic fan
STEVEN GERRARD bought into life as a Rangers manager big style as he delivered the league title which stopped Celtic recording ten Premiership...
Ex-Rangers boss Steven Gerrard spotted with music superstar as he enjoys VIP treatment at world famous sporting event
WITH Rangers currently looking for a new manager, Steven Gerrard’s name is never far from the debate.
But as he waits for next managerial...
How to watch the Bahrain Grand Prix 2025: Weekend schedule, channels & more
GOAL brings you all the information you’ll need to know about how to catch all the action from the Bahrain International Circuit
England football legend and wife plot move to relocate to Dubai as they eye properties and school for kids
FORMER England football star Rio Ferdinand and wife Kate are considering relocating to the Middle East, we can reveal.
Rio, 46, and Kate, 33, are...
#AsianQualifiers – Indonesia's Romenij wins Best Goal of MD7 & 8 poll
Kuala Lumpur: Indonesia's Ole Romenij's strike against Bahrain has been voted as the best goal of MD7 & 8 in the third round of the AFC Asian...
Teamwork steering IR Iran to success, says Nazem
Pattaya: As Islamic Republic of Iran took another step towards defending their crown with a stunning 11-0 triumph over Bahrain on Thursday, Seyed...
Q-final: IR Iran 11-0 Bahrain
Pattaya: Islamic Republic of Iran stormed into the semi-finals of the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2025 as they handed Bahrain a 11-0...
Seven teams secure 2026 FIFA World Cup spots as 41 slots remain
Seven nations have booked their places at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with 41 more slots still up for grabs in the upcoming qualifiers.The confirmed...
Kluivert applauds Indonesia's strong rebound
Jakarta: Head coach Patrick Kluivert was full of praise after Indonesia revived their AFC Asian Qualifiers™ – Road to 2026 campaign with a 1-0 win...
Al Raimi sets ultimate glory target for Oman
Pattaya: Mussallam Al Raimi is confident that Oman are on the right track to reclaim the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ title after defeating Bahrain...
Group C: Indonesia 1-0 Bahrain
Jakarta: Indonesia reignited their hopes of qualifying for the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a 1-0 win over Bahrain in Group C of the AFC Asian...
#ACBeachSoccer - Q-final cast finalised
Pattaya: The AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2025 quarter-final line-up was confirmed following Oman's 5-1 win against Bahrain on Tuesday.
Group D: Oman 5-1 Bahrain
Pattaya: Former champions Oman took the top spot with a 5-1 defeat of Bahrain in their final AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2025 Group D tie...
China v Australia: World Cup 2026 qualifying – live
Updates from the Socceroos' crunch match in HangzhouKick-off time is 7pm local/10pm AEDTAny thoughts? Get in touch with an emailThis was supposed...
Socceroos seek to continue World Cup momentum as China pose latest roadblock | Joey Lynch
Victory in Hangzhou would see Australia take a giant step towards the 2026 tournament with automatic qualification tantalisingly closeWhen the...
Preview - Group C: Indonesia v Bahrain
Jakarta: Indonesia will count on home ground advantage to power them past Bahrain when the sides meet in Group C of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ -...
Double delight for Vietnam's Phan Dat
Pattaya: Vietnam's Phan Dat expressed his delight as his brace helped Vietnam defeat Bahrain 4-2 in Group D of the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™...
Group D: Vietnam 4-2 Bahrain
Pattaya: Vietnam revived their knockout stage hopes when they defeated Bahrain 4-2 in their second Group D fixture in the AFC Beach Soccer Asian...
Group C: Vietnam 4-2 Bahrain
Pattaya: Vietnam revived their knockout stage hopes when they defeated Bahrain 4-2 in their second Group D fixture in the AFC Beach Soccer Asian...
Marhoon proud as Bahrain pass tough Malaysia test
Pattaya: Head coach Sadeq Marhoon was proud with his Bahrain side after they secured a last-gasp win over Malaysia in their AFC Beach Soccer Asian...
Group D: Bahrain 4-3 Malaysia
Pattaya: Bahrain were forced to dig deep before edging Malaysia 4-3 in their AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2025 Group D tie on Friday.
Japan talent seam
I saw “Japan first country to qualify for 2026 Word Cup” and quickly clicked on the line-up for their win against Bahrain. Neither Daizen Maeda...
“Even in difficult times I believe I can make a splash somewhere,” Kyogo
Kyogo Furuhashi’s struggles after leaving Celtic have continued with the Japan national team, where he failed to make the bench as he Samurai Blue...
Liverpool Internationals: Teammates Face Off, Endo Qualifies, Injury Scares
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A lot happened in LFC-related international action today. Two pairs of Liverpool FC teammates faced off...
Kamada hails teammates as Japan confirm ticket in style
Saitama: Daichi Kamada paid tribute to his teammates after Japan became the first team to confirm their FIFA World Cup 2026 ticket with a 2-0 win...
First non-host team secures spot for 2026 FIFA World Cup alongside USA, Mexico, and Canada
The first national team to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, apart from host nations USA, Mexico, and Canada, has been confirmed.
With over a...
Celtic Duo Benched as Japan Qualify for World Cup
Japan have officially booked their place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Celtic pair Daizen Maeda and Reo Hatate part of the squad that sealed...
Leeds send Ao Tanaka message after Japan win today
Leeds United midfielder Ao Tanaka continues to shine this season following Japan’s 2-0 win over Bahrain on Thursday. Tanaka featured for Japan in...
Who has qualified for the 2026 World Cup? Japan become first nation to join hosts as England start campaign
England get their World Cup qualifying campaign underway this Friday but countries have already booked their place on the plane.
The Three Lions...
Japan become first team to seal 2026 World Cup qualification
Takefusa Kubo scored one and set up another as Japan beat Bahrain 2-0 to secure their place in the 2026 World Cup. Japan became the first team to...
Japan are going to the World Cup! Asian side become latest side to qualify for tournament alongside hosts USA, Canada & Mexico after win against Bahrain
Japan have confirmed their place in the 2026 World Cup after beating Bahrain 2-0 and confirming the top spot in Group C of the AFC World Qualifiers.
An increasingly multicultural Japan have qualified for the 2026 World Cup
The rise of the Blue Samurai has gone hand-in-hand with increased integration of ‘haafu' into society, although things are still not perfectThrough...
Group C: Japan 2-0 Bahrain
Saitama: Daichi Kamada and Takefusa Kubo struck in the second half to seal Japan's place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the Samurai Blue notched up...
Japan become 1st side to qualify for '26 World Cup
Japan beat Bahrain 2-0 in Saitama on Thursday to become the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.
CELTIC DUO SNUBBED
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Kyogo suffers yet ANOTHER nightmare setback as post-Celtic misery continues on international duty
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Just when it looked like one corner had turned, he’s been hit with another...
Daizen Maeda Teases Secret Behind Celtic Goal Streak But Keeps Fans Guessing
Daizen Maeda has been in sensational form for Celtic this season, but the Japanese forward isn't ready to reveal the reason behind his goal-scoring...
Preview- Group D: Oman v Vietnam, Bahrain v Malaysia
Pattaya: Group D of the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup™ Thailand 2025 is set for an explosive kick off on Friday with Oman, Vietnam, Bahrain and...
How to watch today's Japan vs Bahrain World Cup qualification game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time
Where to watch the World Cup Qualification AFC match online between Japan and Bahrain, including live streams, TV channels, kick-off time and more.
Daizen Maeda Injury Latest
Concerns over Daizen Maeda's fitness have been eased, with the Celtic forward returning to full training with the Japan squad ahead of their two...
Preview - Group C: Japan v Bahrain
Saitama: Victory for Japan against Bahrain at the Saitama Stadium 2002 on Thursday will confirm their ticket to the FIFA World Cup 2026 with three...
Preview: Japan vs. Bahrain - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's World Cup Qualifying - Asia clash between Japan and Bahrain, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
F1 schedule 2025: Race dates, calendar and results for every Grand Prix
Formula 1 has sped back onto the sporting calendar for 2025, with this being the final season before the new regulations.
Max Verstappen is on a...
Japan Boss Defends Kyogo Selection
Japan manager Hajime Moriyasu has addressed his decision to call up Kyogo Furuhashi for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Bahrain and Saudi...
Kyogo gets Japan call-up, irony is Maeda is Moriyasu’s red-hot striker
Japan will take on Bahrain on Thursday 20 March then Saudi Arabia on Tuesday 25 March, with a chance to secure their eighth consecutive FIFA World...
Kyogo’s Celtic Exit Strangely Pays Off
The Japan squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Bahrain and Saudi Arabia has been announced, with Kyogo Furuhashi, Daizen Maeda, and...
How To Watch: Australia vs Indonesia | FIFA World Cup 2026™ Third Round Qualifier
The Subway Socceroos host Indonesia at the Sydney Football Stadium on Thursday, 20 March in another crucial FIFA World Cup 2026™ Third Round Asian...
Important streaming information for Blackburn fixture
Broadcast only available in selected countries on Stoke City+ Live
A full list of blocked streaming territories can be found below
Fans anywhere in...
F1 testing 2025 live: Date, times and how to watch the pre-season action in Bahrain
GOAL tells you everything you need to know about how to watch the F1 Testing 2025, including all the important dates and times.
Northern Ireland man aiming to leave 'lasting legacy' in Bahrain by coaching in FIFA's first Academy inspired by Arsène Wenger
Northern Ireland man Conor Marlin says he wants to leave "a lasting legacy" at the other side of the world as he embarks on his role as a Talent...
R16: Tractor FC through despite stalemate with Al Khaldiya
Tabriz: Tractor FC booked their spot in the quarter-finals of the AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 following a 3-3 draw with Bahrain's Al...
F1 schedule 2025: Race dates, circuits and results for full calendar as Lewis Hamilton makes Ferrari debut
Formula 1 will speed back onto the sporting calendar for 2025 later this year in the final season before the new regulations.
Max Verstappen is on...
R16, 1st Leg: Al Khaldiya SC (BHR) 1-2 Tractor FC (IRN)
Riffa: Tractor FC will take a 2-1 lead into the second leg of their AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 Round of 16 meeting with Bahrain's Al...
Controversial ex-EFL chairman who took club to brink of collapse eyes Championship team bid
Former Wigan Athletic chairman Talal Al Hammad is reportedly keen on investing in Sheffield Wednesday.
Al Hammad was part of a consortium led by...
Sheffield Wednesday in sights of controversial owner who took EFL club to brink of COLLAPSE
TALAL AL HAMMAD aims to make a comeback as a football owner – with Sheffield Wednesday firmly in his sights.
The Bahraini had a disastrous spell...
Meet the NI man entrusted by Fifa and Arsene Wenger to transform youth football in Bahrain
Northern Ireland man Conor Marlin has spoken about his pride and joy working with the legendary Arsene Wenger to spearhead a project in Bahrain...
'Obnoxiously funny fake news!' - Al-Nassr address claims Jhon Duran lives 600 miles away & takes daily 80-minute flight from Bahrain to Saudi Arabia following blockbuster €77m transfer from Aston Villa
Al-Nassr have branded claims that Jhon Duran lives 600 miles away and commutes to Saudi Arabia from Bahrain as “obnoxiously funny fake news”.