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.
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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.
Nursery worker admits 26 child sex offences in London
Vincent Chan, 45, pleaded guilty to sexually abusing children as young as three at a West Hampstead nursery. Police found over 25,000 indecent images. A dedicated NSPCC helpline is available for support.
40% of UK Teens Report Abuse in Intimate Relationships
A new survey of 11,000 teenagers in England and Wales exposes widespread emotional and physical abuse in young relationships, affecting mental health and school attendance. Urgent calls for better education.
4 Million Children Impacted by Family Economic Abuse
New research exposes how perpetrators steal children's money and control family finances, affecting millions. The government is urged to act. Read the full report.
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.
Four charged in Sydney over satanic child abuse ring
Four men have been charged in Sydney over an alleged international network distributing satanic child sexual abuse material. Police detail the disturbing ritualistic themes involved.
Four Charged in International Child Abuse Ring
NSW Police uncover an international satanic child sex abuse material ring, charging four Sydney men. Learn the shocking details of the investigation.
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!
Zelenskyy aide Yermak faces corruption probe
Police raids on Volodymyr Zelenskyy's chief of staff Andriy Yermak threaten Ukraine's political stability and peace negotiations. Read the full analysis.
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.
Families demand femicide reform after policing failures
Bereaved families of Black and minority women call for urgent reforms to policing and sentencing to end femicide, highlighting systemic failures at Downing Street vigil.
RFK Jr's Erotic Poetry Scandal: A Lesson in Humour
The bizarre digital affair between Robert F Kennedy Jr and journalist Olivia Nuzzi reveals why Americans should learn to laugh at political scandals rather than over-analyse them.
Carer's Allowance Scandal Victims Demand Justice
Hundreds of carers wrongly accused of fraud speak out as landmark review exposes DWP failures. Victims share harrowing stories of prosecution and financial ruin.
RFK Jr's explicit love poem revealed in revenge leak
Robert F Kennedy Jr's explicit love poem to journalist Olivia Nuzzi leaked by her ex Ryan Lizza. Read the full scandal details and political fallout.
Narnia child stars warned about Jimmy Savile behaviour
Former child actors from BBC's 1988 Narnia adaptation reveal they were warned about Jimmy Savile's inappropriate behaviour during filming. Learn about the shocking revelations and BBC's response.
Archbishop Apologises to Clergy Abuse Survivors
New Orleans Archbishop Gregory Aymond apologises to survivors of clergy abuse during a bankruptcy hearing for a $230m settlement. Discover the case details and what happens next.
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.
Turkish Football Suspends 149 Officials in Betting Scandal
Turkey's football federation suspends 149 match officials and over 1,000 players in major betting scandal investigation. Read about the dramatic clean-up operation.
Three pensioners arrested in Bradford care home probe
Two men and a woman in their 80s arrested over historic child sexual abuse at two Bradford care homes. Police urge victims to come forward. You will be listened to and believed.
New Orleans $230m clergy abuse settlement trial starts
Federal bankruptcy judge to decide if $230m settlement for 650 clergy abuse survivors is fair. Three-week trial begins amid parish financial concerns.
Astros' Luhnow pivots from MLB scandal to football
Former Houston Astros GM Jeff Luhnow, fired after MLB's sign-stealing scandal, reveals his ambitious plan to revolutionise African football talent development through his multi-club network. Discover how he's applying his 'Extreme Moneyball' philosophy to
Todd's Abuse Nightmare Worsens in Coronation Street
Coronation Street's Todd Grimshaw faces escalating abuse from boyfriend Theo Silverton, leading to job loss and emotional breakdown. Will he escape the toxic relationship?
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.
FA offers free counselling for discrimination victims
The FA launches free mental health support via Sporting Chance for victims of hate and discrimination in grassroots football, as abuse reports rise by 17%. Learn more.
Football match abandoned over sexist abuse allegation
AFC Rushden & Diamonds' match at Coventry Sphinx was abandoned after alleged sexist abuse towards a female referee. Both clubs have condemned the incident. Read the full story.
Epstein Survivor Pushes for Full Document Release
Marina Lacerda, abused by Jeffrey Epstein from age 14, speaks out as new emails reveal Trump connections. Survivors demand transparency and justice.
Rubiales pelted with eggs at Madrid book event
Disgraced former Spanish football chief Luis Rubiales was targeted with eggs during his book presentation in Madrid. The 48-year-old, convicted for a forced kiss on Jenni Hermoso, claims the attacker was his own uncle.
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