The Guardian's comprehensive NBA season preview reveals why the Boston Celtics face historic pressure, which teams could shock the league, and the players poised for breakout campaigns in what promises to be the most competitive season in years.
Violence erupted during Bolivia's premier football clash between Bolivar and Always Ready, resulting in multiple injuries and match suspension amid chaotic scenes.
Australian football superstar Sam Kerr is poised to make her triumphant return to the Matildas squad following a lengthy two-year absence due to serious injury, marking a major boost for the national team ahead of crucial fixtures.
McLaren's dynamic duo Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri are mounting a serious challenge to Max Verstappen's reign in what's shaping up to be the most competitive F1 season in years. Discover how the British team is rewriting the championship narrative.
A spectacular race at the Circuit of the Americas delivers unexpected results as championship contenders face dramatic twists in the 2025 Formula 1 season.
A dramatic weekend across European football saw Como's remarkable Serie A rise continue while Italian giants Juventus and AC Milan suffered surprising defeats. Getafe and Real Madrid also featured in key matches.
Manchester United legend Gary Neville launches powerful protest against Football Association's controversial decision to scrap FA Cup replays, calling it a devastating blow to grassroots football clubs.
FC Barcelona's teenage sensation Lamine Yamal is making headlines for his controversial approach to fan interactions, refusing to sign autographs for free in what experts call a strategic career move.
The Football Association has come down hard on 21 non-league clubs after uncovering widespread illegal betting activities, issuing unprecedented fines that have sent shockwaves through English football.
Discover the astonishing stories behind footballers who scored the majority of their career goals in just one extraordinary match, from record-breaking debuts to forgotten heroes of the beautiful game.
Witness the emotional celebrations as Cape Verde, the small Atlantic archipelago, achieves the impossible by qualifying for their first-ever FIFA World Cup in 2026.
College football fans erupt in anger as disputed referee decisions dominate Georgia-Auburn showdown, leaving both sides questioning the integrity of the game.
Week Six of the NFL delivered heart-stopping action as the Pittsburgh Steelers narrowly defeated the Cleveland Browns in a tense AFC North showdown, while the Baltimore Ravens dominated the Los Angeles Rams in inter-conference play.
Discover how non-league footballer Billy Vigar's career took an extraordinary turn after a chance encounter with Arsenal, leading to a trial with the Premier League giants against all odds.
In a stunning Big Ten upset, Illinois defeats Ohio State 23-20 after a controversial fourth-quarter punt decision that has fans and analysts divided.
A riveting new documentary captures Leeds United's legendary 1975 European Cup victory against Bayern Munich, exploring the passion, politics and footballing brilliance that defined English football's golden era.
Exclusive interview with Gibraltar's rising star Luca Scanlon and his brother James as they discuss international football dreams, family bonds, and representing their nation on the global stage.
The Women's Super League title race has been blown wide open after Chelsea suffered a shock defeat to Liverpool, while Arsenal and Manchester City secured crucial victories in a dramatic weekend of action.
Aston Villa's remarkable transformation under Unai Emery continues as they secure crucial victory against Burnley, strengthening their push for European football next season.
Italian footballers make bold political statement by refusing to face Israeli teams amid ongoing Gaza conflict, sparking international debate about sports and politics.
In a truly surreal football moment, a manager shocked players and fans by producing a green card during an English match. The unprecedented incident has left everyone questioning what it means for the beautiful game.
The Guardian expands its popular Puzzles hub with a brand new daily football quiz, challenging fans' knowledge of the beautiful game while driving digital engagement.
In a landmark move for brain health in football, the Alzheimer's Society becomes the official charity partner for England, Wales, and grassroots football, tackling the sport's dementia crisis head-on.
Discover the exclusive club of footballing families where both father and son have scored a hat-trick for the same team. A fascinating look at goalscoring lineage.
McLaren's Lando Norris delivers a stunning performance at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, securing a podium finish and dramatically climbing the F1 Drivers' Championship standings in a major boost for his title ambitions.
Max Verstappen clinched a dramatic victory at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after a cruel retirement for home hero Lando Norris. Oscar Piastri's podium finish adds intrigue to the championship battle.
The 2025 F1 Drivers' Championship is turned on its head as Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri lead a stunning McLaren charge, putting reigning champion Max Verstappen under unprecedented pressure.
The 2025 MLS Supporters' Shield race is going down to the wire in one of the most thrilling finishes in league history. We analyse the top contenders, from FC Cincinnati to LAFC, and their chances of claiming the coveted prize.
The EFL's revolutionary 'Bigger Cup' competition makes its highly anticipated return with a bold new group stage format, offering lower league clubs a financial lifeline and a shot at glory against elite opposition.
Gaborone United Ladies from Botswana create football history by qualifying for the CAF Women's Champions League, becoming the first Southern African club to reach the tournament's group stages.