Notre Dame has strongly denied battery allegations against head football coach Marcus Freeman, following an incident at his son's wrestling meet. The university claims video evidence exonerates him.
Discover which football grounds are just a stone's throw from airport runways, from Gibraltar's Victoria Stadium to Belfast's Oval. Plus, the goal not caught on camera and the longest substitution chain.
Once dominant, Scandinavian clubs now lag behind Europe's elite. We analyse the financial and structural gaps, and ask if Nordic women's football can ever compete again.
Nigeria finished the Africa Cup of Nations group stage with a perfect record, beating a 10-man Uganda 3-1. Tanzania also progressed to the last 16 after a dramatic draw with Tunisia.
Idris Elba and Meera Syal are knighted and made a dame in the New Year Honours. Torvill, Dean, and England's sporting heroes also receive recognition. Read the full list of recipients.
Space scientist Dame Maggie Aderin-Pocock discusses the Royal Institution Christmas lectures, the search for alien life, and the James Webb Space Telescope. Tune in on BBC Four.
Indiana secure the No.1 seed in the College Football Playoff. Alabama and Miami claim the final spots, controversially pushing Notre Dame out of contention.
The new Independent Football Regulator will begin investigating unsuitable club owners from 12 December, with powers to remove them. New era for football governance begins.
Ahead of Friday's World Cup 2026 draw, we analyse the toughest possible groups for England, Scotland, USA and Australia, and identify a potential 'group of death'. Read the full analysis.
The Guardian's Football Weekly and Women's Football Weekly podcasts have both been honoured at the Football Supporters' Association Awards. Discover the details of this prestigious double victory.
A family-friendly Christmas pantomime in Richmond starring drag queen Tania LeCoq has sparked fury among fringe Conservatives. Critics say they've forgotten a 200-year-old British tradition.
Dame Esther Rantzen, 85, reveals she's celebrating Christmas early to ensure she's alive to enjoy it with family. The Childline founder also shares her latest cancer diagnosis and campaign for assisted dying.
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Remembering Clive Borrow, Cottenham's amateur theatre icon who performed in 76 shows and directed 26 productions. Discover his remarkable legacy in Cambridgeshire arts.
The tragic death of 18-year-old goalkeeper Cheikh Touré exposes a growing crisis of fake agents scamming young African footballers with false promises of professional contracts.
FIFA's World Cup playoff draw revealed challenging paths for UK nations as Wales face Bosnia, Northern Ireland meet Italy, and Republic of Ireland take on Czech Republic. Follow the road to North America.
Wales, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland discover their World Cup play-off opponents. Find out the fixtures and paths to North America 2026.
Wales, Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland discover their paths to the 2026 World Cup. The draw sets up potential home finals and tough away trips. Read the full analysis.
Former NatWest CEO Dame Alison Rose takes helm at Finanze's UK division, bringing extensive banking expertise to drive growth in competitive financial sector.
The Republic of Ireland's World Cup qualifying campaign ended in disappointment after a 2-0 defeat to Switzerland. Read our match analysis and what's next for the team.
An inquest concludes author Dame Jilly Cooper died from catastrophic head injuries after a fall at her Gloucestershire home. Read the full details.
Beloved author Dame Jilly Cooper died at 88 from a head injury after a fall at her Gloucestershire home. The coroner confirmed an accidental death.
Dame Rachel de Souza warns England has retreated from its moral duty to children in custody. Hundreds are being locked up unnecessarily due to failing support systems.
Turkish football faces a moral crisis as 1,024 players are suspended and eight individuals arrested in a widespread investigation into alleged match betting. Discover the full story.
Former Chelsea defender Mario Melchiot makes bold prediction about current Blues star, claiming he has the potential to rank among Europe's finest players.
Explore how Newcastle's Dan Burn joins football's elite headers, FIFA's groundbreaking peace initiative, and the latest Premier League drama in our comprehensive podcast breakdown.
Exclusive interview with Nigeria's head coach Justin Madugu on transforming women's football, developing young talent, and his ambitious World Cup vision.
Football sensation Chloe Kelly surprises London schoolgirls with an unforgettable training session and motivational talk, championing women's sports and education.
Former England star Joe Cole delivers explosive critique of modern football's financial ecosystem, warning that money has attracted 'parasites' exploiting the sport.
Aston Villa and Scotland star John McGinn opens up about the constant pressure to prove himself against younger talent in modern football's competitive landscape.