Afcon 2025: Refereeing Crisis and Key Lessons
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco ended in controversy. Explore the six major talking points, from a chaotic final to Alex Iwobi's brilliance and the call for better pitches.
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco ended in controversy. Explore the six major talking points, from a chaotic final to Alex Iwobi's brilliance and the call for better pitches.
Australian sixth seed Alex de Minaur delivers a dominant 6-2, 6-2, 6-3 win over Mackenzie McDonald at Melbourne Park. Discover his thoughts on the fast conditions and the next challenge.
Alex de Minaur's tough Australian Open first-round draw is altered as Matteo Berrettini withdraws, replaced by American Mackenzie McDonald. Analysis of the local hope's chances.
Alex de Minaur gets an Australian Open boost as Matteo Berrettini withdraws with injury. The Aussie No.1 now faces lucky loser Mackenzie McDonald in round one.
Little Mix star Perrie Edwards announces the birth of her daughter, Alanis Valentine, with fiancé Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain. The singer opens up about her journey after two miscarriages.
Alex de Minaur aims to break his grand slam quarter-final curse at Melbourne Park, while a new wave of Australian women, led by Maya Joint, brings fresh optimism. Follow the home hopes.
Alex Cooper, former soldier and derivatives trader, reveals why he founded AI company Electric Twin after 20 years in the army and a stint at No 10. Discover his unique journey and vision for synthetic audiences.
Millwall are frontrunners to sign Sunderland goalkeeper Anthony Patterson on loan, despite previous links to QPR, Leicester and Southampton. Could he be the key to their play-off push?
Australian No.1 Alex de Minaur faces a challenging path at his home Grand Slam, with a potential third-round clash against a former finalist. Discover his full draw and prospects.
Manchester United's appointment of Michael Carrick as interim boss is seen as a failure to learn from past mistakes. We analyse the club's nostalgic approach and what it means for the future.
Manchester United are set to appoint Michael Carrick as interim manager after Sir Alex Ferguson's intervention. Get the latest on the Old Trafford shake-up and Carrick's in-tray.
Cafe-bar chain Loungers added over 900 jobs in the past year, revealing strong revenue growth despite a fall in profits. Discover the firm's ambitious plans to more than double its UK sites.
All-Star third baseman Alex Bregman agrees to a massive $175 million, five-year contract with the Chicago Cubs, pending a physical. The deal marks a major infield upgrade for the NL Central side.
Explore the most anticipated documentaries of 2026, from Salman Rushdie's attack to Elon Musk's empire and AI's future. Discover the films set to define the year.
IM Alex Golding shares first place at the historic Hastings Chess Congress. Discover the event's rich tradition, its current financial struggles, and the rising stars of UK chess.
Australia secured a 4-1 Ashes series win after a five-wicket victory in the final Test at the SCG. Alex Carey hit the winning runs as England were left to rue missed chances. Read the full match report.
The Guardian has issued corrections on European ageing population statistics and clarified Alex Mahon's CBE honour. Read the full list of recent amendments and how to report errors.
Sir Alex Ferguson foresaw Darren Fletcher's managerial career in 2017. As Fletcher takes interim charge at Manchester United, Ferguson's old comments resurface. Read the full story.
As Arsenal lead the Premier League, talkSPORT's Alex Crook predicts a quiet January transfer window. Discover which areas, including midfield, the Gunners might still strengthen.
Alex Young, once a teen EDM star, reveals how UK dance culture helped him reinvent himself as Villager after addiction struggles. Discover his unique sound.
Jacques Vermeulen scores twice as Sale Sharks produce stunning second-half comeback to thrash Harlequins 43-17 in the Premiership. Read the full match report and analysis.
Ex-Manchester United striker Louis Saha claims Sir Alex Ferguson would have avoided signing Jadon Sancho, highlighting the club's flawed transfer strategy since 2013. Read his full analysis.
Former Love Island star and NHS doctor Dr Alex George opens up about his brother's suicide, working on the Covid frontline, and his mission as the UK's youth mental health ambassador. Read his powerful story.
The beloved Glasgow sitcom Two Doors Down returns for a festive special on BBC One and iPlayer. Read our review of the chaotic neighbourhood Christmas gathering.
Australian fast bowler Scott Boland opens up on the challenging but successful ploy of using wicketkeeper Alex Carey up to the stumps, a key factor in blunting England's aggressive batting during the Ashes series. Read the full story.
At just 30, British-born Alex Sarama has been named head coach of the WNBA's new Portland Fire. Discover his unique journey from UK grassroots to the pinnacle of women's basketball.
As we welcome 2026, we look back at the unique mathematical properties of 2025 and present a new number puzzle challenge. Can you solve it using basic operations?
Alex Patel-Wills, 26, has been sentenced to 25 years for raping and assaulting five women in Brighton and London. Sussex Police praise the bravery of the victims.
Alex Patel-Wills, 26, of Barnet, has been sentenced to 19 years in prison for a series of rapes and sexual assaults on five women between 2018 and 2021. Read the full story.
Millwall could welcome back Billy Mitchell and Ryan Leonard for the trip to Blackburn, while Charlton's Lloyd Jones is fit after a scare. Get the latest Championship injury updates.