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.
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.
Former Wolves striker Sylvan Ebanks-Blake wins High Court case after judge rules surgery was 'neither reasonable nor logical', ending his career. Read the full story.
Tragedy as 21-year-old Macclesfield FC forward Ethan McLeod dies in a motorway accident returning from a match. Tributes pour in from clubs and the PFA.
Tragic news as Macclesfield Town FC confirms the death of young footballer Ethan McLeod in a motorway collision. The club pays tribute to the 'incredibly talented' player. Read the full story.
When a pigeon fell from the sky, Jack Chadwick discovered Manchester's 3,000-strong underground pigeon rehab group, changing his view of his hometown forever. Read the heartwarming story.
A 29-year-old Premier League footballer has been arrested on suspicion of assault and affray following an incident in London's West End. The alleged victim was hospitalised. Read the latest.
Barcelona's Aitana Bonmatí cements her legendary status by becoming the first player ever to top the Guardian's 100 best female footballers list for three straight years. Discover the full rankings.
Aitana Bonmatí tops the Guardian's 2025 list of the 100 best female footballers. See the full breakdown of 104,140 votes and discover how Arsenal's Russo and Caldentey placed.
England captain Harry Kane posts AI-generated photos as James Bond, amusing fans amid real-world casting rumours. Could the striker be in the running?
A former England and Premier League footballer has been arrested at Stansted Airport over a non-recent allegation of attempted rape. He has been bailed until February 2026. Read the latest details.
The family of Joshua Travis, a 14-year-old footballer, pay tribute after he was tragically struck by a train in Burton Joyce. Read the full story and tributes.
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.
South Korean actress and singer Nana has been hospitalised after an armed robber broke into her home. The Netflix star and her mother were both injured in the terrifying early morning incident.
Crystal Palace defender Daniel Munoz has revealed that playing for Manchester United would be a 'dream'. The 29-year-old also mentioned Barcelona and Real Madrid.
Chelsea footballer Raheem Sterling and his family are safe after masked men broke into their Berkshire home. Police are investigating the third burglary attempt targeting Sterling in seven years.
Chelsea star Raheem Sterling's Berkshire home was broken into while he was home with his family. This is the third such incident in seven years. Read the full story.
Chelsea footballer Raheem Sterling and his family escaped unharmed after masked men attempted to break into their home. Police are investigating this second burglary targeting the England international.
A five-year-old boy is fighting for his life after a wall collapsed at Family Golf in Sidcup. A six-year-old girl was also injured. Read the latest on this developing story.
Broadcaster Jeremy Vine gives emotional testimony about the devastating effect of footballer Joey Barton's online abuse, describing feeling 'torn down' by targeted harassment campaign.
Multiple people injured after motorist loses control on popular French island, sparking emergency response and investigation into the shocking incident.
Former glamour model Katie Price reveals intimate encounter with unnamed Premier League footballer while filming her reality series, sparking speculation about his identity.
European giants Arsenal and Barcelona are tracking 17-year-old French prodigy Noah Lahmadi as the race for football's next superstar heats up this summer.
Dutch teenager Kevin Filling addresses speculation linking him with a blockbuster move to Manchester United while remaining focused on current club Sparta Rotterdam.
A man has been charged following two violent incidents at Leigh and Newton-le-Willows stations, leaving multiple injured including a professional footballer, with the suspect appearing before magistrates.
Tottenham Hotspur complete stunning last-minute signing of Swedish sensation Lucas Bergvall, beating Manchester United after medical drama and concussion protocol delay.
Multiple California police officers were rushed to hospital following a brutal attack while attempting to apprehend a suspect, raising concerns about officer safety.