Wenger defends 48-team World Cup expansion
FIFA's Arsene Wenger insists expanding the World Cup to 48 teams is the correct move, citing reduced quality gaps and youth development. Discover the full story.
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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.
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.
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.
Tasmania's stadium debate divides Hobart in major rally
Thousands gathered at Hobart's parliament house in a dramatic pro-stadium rally as Tasmania's AFL dream hangs in the balance. Will politicians approve the controversial $1.13bn project this week?
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!
Man Utd Academy Faces Staff Exodus & Ratcliffe Criticism
Exclusive investigation reveals Manchester United's famed academy in turmoil with mass staff departures, infrastructure concerns, and Sir Jim Ratcliffe's criticism of slipping standards.
UK bids for 2035 Women's World Cup with 22 stadiums
The UK has submitted its bid to host the 2035 FIFA Women's World Cup, proposing 22 stadiums across 15 cities. Discover how this historic event could transform football.
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.
Birmingham City's 62,000-seat stadium plans
Birmingham City FC unveils plans for a new 62,000-capacity stadium with a retractable roof and 12 chimneys, set to be the UK's 8th largest. A landmark for the city's ambition.
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.
40,000 New Homes Planned on UK Railway Land
Network Rail launches Platform4 to transform old railway sidings and yards into 40,000 new homes and commercial spaces across 47 towns and cities, creating transit-linked communities.
NRL's R360 Sparks Rugby Union Talent Drain
The NRL's revolutionary R360 program threatens to accelerate rugby union's talent drain to league. Could this reshape both codes' futures? Read the analysis.
How Reading Fiction Makes You More Empathetic
Discover how reading fiction enhances empathy and cognitive function. Expert tips to rediscover reading for pleasure in a distracted world. Start your journey today!
Erith Post Office demolition approved for 33 flats
Bexley Council greenlights demolition of a locally listed Erith Post Office for 33 new flats, with no affordable housing as the project faces a £113k deficit. Read the full story.
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.
UAE developer Arada secures major London housing stake
UAE-based Arada buys 80% of Thameside West, a £2.5bn project delivering 5,000 London homes. The deal signals strong international faith in the capital's property market.
Schroders Capital appoints Pimco executive
Schroders Capital strengthens its private assets team with strategic hire from Pimco. Discover how this move enhances their business development capabilities.
Government Risks Missing Housing and Nature Targets
A cross-party committee warns that planning reforms threaten both 1.5 million home target and nature goals. Find out why nature is not the 'blocker'.
Kentish Town's £1bn Film Quarter Plan Submitted
A planning application has been submitted for a £1 billion film and TV hub in Kentish Town, set to create studios, homes and green spaces. Discover how this London suburb could transform.
Tomb Raider Devs Face Third Layoff Round in 2025
Crystal Dynamics cuts nearly 30 jobs in latest restructuring, raising concerns about the long-awaited Tomb Raider game's development timeline and quality.
London's £1bn Film Quarter Plans Submitted
Plans for a £1 billion film-making neighbourhood in Camden have been officially submitted, featuring vertical studios, 500 homes, and education facilities. Discover how this will transform London's creative scene.
London: Housing and Nature Can Coexist, Says GLA
Senior GLA figure Abby Crisostomo argues that solving London's housing crisis doesn't require sacrificing nature. Discover how green infrastructure can enhance new developments.
Serbia fast-tracks Kushner deal for Belgrade site
Serbia establishes joint venture with Jared Kushner's firm to redevelop bombed military headquarters site, sparking protests and bypassing regulations. Discover the controversial deal.
East London's 7,172-home Silvertown plan delayed
A major East London development with 7,172 homes is on hold due to a £6.3m funding gap for a new footbridge. Newham councillors seek clarity on financial oversight.
Tesco Towers developer pulls out of Harrow plan
The future of the controversial 'Tesco Towers' development in North London is uncertain after Notting Hill Genesis withdrew from the 504-home project. Discover the local reaction.
Former Scout Slams Man Utd's £25m 'Dud' Signing
Former Manchester United scout Piotr Sadowski criticises Ruben Amorim's transfer strategy and £25m Patrick Dorgu signing as club faces youth development crisis.
2,500-home West London development approved
A major 2,500-home development on a former Kensal Green gasworks site has been approved, with the decision now going to London Mayor Sadiq Khan. Discover the details.
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