Mikel Arteta's Arsenal displayed title-winning resilience in a hard-fought draw at Chelsea, capping a week where they outplayed Tottenham and Bayern Munich. Their five-point lead looks increasingly robust.
Sheffield Wednesday's former owner Dejphon Chansiri receives a three-year ban from football. The club faces a new points deduction, leaving them marooned at the bottom of the Championship.
Ex-Watford star Troy Deeney labels Granit Xhaka's £17m Sunderland move the 'signing of the season'. The ex-Arsenal captain is inspiring the Black Cats' shock top-six push. Read the full story.
England must recover from a chaotic two-day defeat in Perth as the Ashes moves to a day-night Test at Brisbane's Gabba. Get full UK start times, team news, and how to watch the crucial second Test.
Premier League clubs and major sports bodies fear multi-million pound increases in policing costs as the Home Office launches a funding review. Could taxpayers be off the hook?
Rio Ferdinand believes Bukayo Saka is returning to his 'unplayable' best and could be pivotal for Arsenal's Premier League title challenge after his assist in the 1-1 draw with Chelsea.
Crystal Palace forward Ismaila Sarr is expected to miss several matches with an ankle injury, casting doubt on his availability for Senegal at the Africa Cup of Nations. Get the latest update here.
England consider Will Jacks for the day-night Ashes Test in Brisbane as they seek to level the series. The spinning all-rounder's net session puts him in the frame.
Australia will discover their group stage opponents for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in a Sydney draw that sets up a favourable path to the knockout rounds. The expanded 24-team tournament will be held across seven cities.
Football's lawmakers are exploring a major change that could see VAR used to rule on corner kicks at the 2026 World Cup. Could this be the game's next tech revolution?
England amateur heavyweight champion Grace Buckle reveals the financial reality, intense training, and future ambitions of a top female boxer. Discover the truth behind the gloves.
Frank Leboeuf rules Chelsea out of the Premier League title race after Arsenal's draw. The Gunners' lead is cut to five points by Man City. Read the full analysis.
Arsenal legend David Seaman has called for Mikel Arteta to make a major selection change, dropping a key player for the Brentford clash. Read his full analysis here.
Scotland's national football stadium is now Barclays Hampden after a multi-million-pound sponsorship agreement. The deal also includes Scottish Cup partnerships and support for girls' football. Discover the details.
AFC Bournemouth could be without key players Alex Jimenez and Tyler Adams against Chelsea due to Premier League suspension rules. Get the latest team news and preview for this weekend's clash.
Spain's LaLiga has secured record domestic media rights worth over £5bn, boosting its challenge to the Premier League. The deals with DAZN and Telefónica mark a 9% increase. Read the full analysis.
A supercomputer forecasts Arsenal winning the Premier League, with Chelsea and Man City trailing. Get the full predicted table and analysis of the thrilling title race.
Swiss tennis player Mika Brunold has publicly come out as gay, making him only the second active male professional to do so on the ATP Tour. Read his powerful message and the reaction from the sports world.
Snooker legend Jimmy White expresses frustration after Dave Gilbert revealed he barely practised before his UK Championship defeat to Mark Williams. Read the full story and reaction here.
The definitive Guardian ranking of the 100 best female footballers on the planet for 2025 is here. Discover who topped the list, the biggest climbers, and the stars defining the modern game.
Arsenal lead the Premier League, but Chelsea and Man City are close behind. We compare the Gunners' and Blues' next six crucial fixtures as the title race heats up.
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff hits out at Red Bull's suggestion Kimi Antonelli let Lando Norris pass in Qatar. The incident impacted the F1 title fight as Norris chases Verstappen. Read the full fiery exchange.
The reaction of New York's mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani to a message from Arsenal legend Ian Wright highlights how football in the US has evolved from niche interest to a shared, cross-cultural phenomenon. Discover the changing landscape.
Arsenal are set for a hefty FA fine after receiving six yellow cards in their fiery 1-1 draw with 10-man Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Discover the disciplinary details and manager reactions.
Rio Ferdinand offers encouragement to Manchester United defender Leny Yoro after a difficult performance in the win over Crystal Palace. Read the full story and manager Amorim's reaction.
Jeff Stelling and Daniel Sturridge lead praise for Reece James after his commanding display in Chelsea's 1-1 draw with Arsenal, despite the Blues playing with 10 men. Read the full match analysis.
Gary Lineker argues VAR slow-motion replays 'distort' reality after Moises Caicedo's controversial red card in Chelsea's 1-1 draw with Arsenal. Read his full take and Alan Shearer's view.
Jamie Carragher says Moises Caicedo must learn from his 'daft' red card for Chelsea against Arsenal. The pundit analysed the tackle and the midfielder's suspension.
Brock Purdy's San Francisco 49ers secured a landmark win in Cleveland, fuelling their playoff hopes in a season where no NFL team looks dominant. Read the full analysis.
Analysis of the weekend's Premier League action: Foden stars for Man City, Miley shines for Newcastle, and Frank under pressure at Spurs. Read the full breakdown here.