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.
Daughter of Scotland and Man Utd legend Gordon McQueen tells inquest he believed heading the ball led to his vascular dementia. Read the full story on the growing evidence linking football to brain injury.
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.
A landmark Australian study reveals intimate partner violence causes lasting brain trauma, with 84.2% of survivors suffering both strangulation and concussion. Learn the urgent need for awareness and specialist care.
Marvel star Evangeline Lilly discloses she has suffered brain damage following a severe concussion in May. The actor shares her diagnosis and recovery journey. Read her full story here.
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.
A judge has denied appeals in the rugby brain injury case, putting up to 80% of league and 20% of union claims at risk of being struck out. Read the latest on the legal battle.
Australia suffer major Ashes blow as Steve Smith is ruled out of the third Test in Adelaide due to concussion. Usman Khawaja returns to the side. Get the latest team news.
Five years after The Guardian first revealed the legal action, over 1,000 former rugby players with neurodegenerative conditions remain trapped in protracted court battles. Discover why progress has stalled.
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.
Melbourne Storm's Eli Katoa provides positive recovery update after brain bleed surgery, ruling him out of the 2026 NRL season. Read his emotional tribute to his partner and club.
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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.
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.
Melbourne Storm star Eli Katoa remains hospitalised with uncertain playing future after suffering multiple head injuries and requiring emergency brain surgery during Tonga match.
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.
Maccabi Tel Aviv's owner responds to crowd allegations while acknowledging ongoing racism challenges within Israeli football ahead of European match.
Exclusive investigation reveals how top football clubs are charging families hundreds of pounds for children to be matchday mascots, turning childhood dreams into premium experiences.
The football community is in mourning after Radnički 1923 coach Mladen Žižović collapsed and died during a Serbian top-flight match against Mladost, sending shockwaves through the sport.