David Squires Reviews Football's 2025 Highlights
A look back at the big stories and memorable moments from 2025 in football through the eyes of Guardian cartoonist David Squires. Explore his favourite cartoons and new book.
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2025's Bizarre Sports Awards: Gaffes, Animals & Viral Moments
Relive the most surreal sports stories of 2025. From Donald Trump's golf communique to a fly that sank a birdie and viral mascot scandals, we review a year of unforgettable gaffes and glory.
Metro's 2025 Game Awards: Best & Worst Revealed
GameCentral's 2025 awards honour the year's best visuals, music, and innovation, while also naming the worst game. Discover the unsung heroes and the one to avoid.
Benin beats Botswana 1-0 to keep Afcon 2025 hopes alive
Benin secured their first Africa Cup of Nations victory in 15 matches with a 1-0 win over Botswana in Rabat. Yohan Roche's goal keeps their tournament hopes alive. Read the full match report.
Key Moments of 2025: From Wildfires to Trump's Inauguration
A look back at the defining events of 2025, from California's wildfires and Trump's inauguration to Middle East tensions and the rise of Reform. Watch our summary video.
England Seal Euro 2025 Glory After Dramatic Shootout
Relive England's dramatic journey to Euro 2025 victory, overcoming injuries, a red card, and nail-biting penalty shootouts to claim the trophy. Discover the inside story of their historic win.
Afcon 2025: Nigeria and Senegal Secure Opening Wins
Nigeria began their Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a narrow 2-1 win over Tanzania, while reigning champions Senegal cruised to a 3-0 victory over Botswana. Get all the match details and analysis.
Afcon switches to four-year cycle from 2028
The Africa Cup of Nations will shift to a four-year cycle from 2028, a move backed by FIFA but feared by African federations reliant on its revenue. Explore the politics and financial implications.
Dembélé Beats Yamal in Guardian's 2025 Footballer Poll
Ousmane Dembélé is named The Guardian's best male footballer of 2025, narrowly beating Barcelona teammate Lamine Yamal by just 128 points. Explore the full results and voting breakdown.
Africa Cup of Nations Quiz: Test Your AFCON 2025 Facts
Think you know your African football? Take our challenging Africa Cup of Nations quiz and test your knowledge on AFCON 2025 hosts, history, and legends. Can you score full marks?
Top 20 Video Games of 2025 Revealed
Discover the definitive list of the 20 best video games released in 2025, from blockbuster RPGs to innovative indie gems. Find your next favourite game now.
Guardian's 2025 Culture Picks: Film, TV, Music Highlights
Discover The Guardian's definitive cultural highlights of 2025, featuring the year's most groundbreaking films, must-watch TV series, and essential music releases. Explore the full list now.
Share your favourite film of 2025 with The Guardian
The Guardian is asking readers to name their best film of 2025. Share your favourite thriller, comedy or horror anonymously via our secure form. Tell us now!
Top Fiction Books of 2025 Reviewed
Explore the must-read novels of 2025, from long-awaited returns by literary giants Thomas Pynchon and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie to groundbreaking debuts and powerful short story collections.
Football Regulator to Investigate Bad Owners from Next Week
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.
World Cup 2026 Draw: Worst-Case Scenarios Revealed
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.
David Squires Picks His Favourite 2025 Football Cartoons
Celebrated cartoonist David Squires selects his standout football illustrations from 2025, offering a witty and insightful visual review of the year's biggest sporting moments. Discover his picks now.
Lionesses' Successful Year & Oxtoby on Podcast
The England women's team round off a triumphant 2025. Assistant coach Tanya Oxtoby gives an exclusive insight on Women's Football Weekly. Listen now!
Guardian Football Weekly Wins Double at FSA Awards
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.
Football Matchday Live: Build-Up and Breaking News
Join our live football matchday coverage for all the pre-game build-up, breaking news, and major stories. Share your team's plans and predictions with us now!
Young footballer dies in fake agent extortion scheme
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.
World Cup playoff draw sets dramatic qualifiers
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.
World Cup Play-Off Draw Sets Up Tense Battles
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.
World Cup 2026 Playoffs: Wales, NI, Ireland Learn Fate
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.
Ireland's World Cup Dream Ends in Swiss Defeat
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.
Swiss Women's Football Attendance Rises 62% Post-Euros
Switzerland's Women's Super League enjoys a major attendance boost following a successful home Euros, with clubs innovating to build a lasting legacy for women's football.
Turkey suspends 1,024 players in betting probe
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.
Chelsea legend backs £40m star for European elite status
Former Chelsea defender Mario Melchiot makes bold prediction about current Blues star, claiming he has the potential to rank among Europe's finest players.
Dan Burn Enters Football's Heading Pantheon
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.
Nigeria's Justin Madugu: Transforming Women's Football
Exclusive interview with Nigeria's head coach Justin Madugu on transforming women's football, developing young talent, and his ambitious World Cup vision.
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