Best Culture of 2025: Guardian Critics' Picks
Discover the Guardian's definitive guide to the best music, film and television of 2025, as chosen by top critics. Listen to the full Today in Focus podcast episode for all the highlights.
Discover the Guardian's definitive guide to the best music, film and television of 2025, as chosen by top critics. Listen to the full Today in Focus podcast episode for all the highlights.
A high-profile international footballer has been released on bail after being arrested on suspicion of assault and affray in London's West End. Police confirm a man was hospitalised.
A 29-year-old international footballer has been arrested on suspicion of assault and affray in London's West End. The alleged victim was hospitalised. Read the latest details.
Barcelona's Aitana Bonmatí is named the world's best female footballer for 2025. See the full top 100 list, how 127 global judges voted, and explore our searchable archive.
The football community is in mourning after 25-year-old Montenegrin defender Mladen Zizovic suffered a fatal cardiac arrest during a match in Serbia, despite immediate medical intervention.
The football world mourns as former professional player Lee Collins dies in a shocking accident at just 38 years old. Tributes pour in for the beloved defender.
Exclusive investigation reveals how former Arsenal prospect Jake Humphrey became the world's wealthiest footballer through revolutionary biochemical company, leaving Messi and Ronaldo in financial dust.
Professional footballer receives controversial two-year sentence for raping woman at his home, as campaigners condemn 'lenient' punishment and call for justice reform.
The wait is over! The 2025 Ballon d'Or ceremony in Paris will crown the world's best male and female footballers. Get live updates, expert analysis, and see if England's Jude Bellingham can retain his title.
Former Celtic footballer Anthony Stokes has been sentenced to five years in prison for his role in a sophisticated money laundering operation involving a stolen cash van and hundreds of thousands of pounds.
Celebrated chef Josh Niland's unassuming Sydney pub, The Devonshire, has achieved the ultimate culinary accolade, being named Australia's best restaurant. Discover the seafood magic behind this surprising win.
Manchester United's transfer plans face uncertainty as Wolves star Matheus Cunha posts a cryptic social media message amid injury concerns. Get the full story on the Brazilian's fitness and potential Old Trafford move.
Former Chelsea star Hakim Ziyech opens up on his turbulent Stamford Bridge spell, his failed transfer, and his vow to silence critics at Galatasaray. The inside story of a £52m Premier League struggle.
Footballer Andy Carroll and celebrity hairstylist Lou Teasdale have ended their relationship for the second time in just three weeks following a series of explosive arguments, the Daily Mail can reveal.
Brazilian football icon Neymar's staggering annual salary and immense fortune have been laid bare, revealing the true cost of his lavish lifestyle and injury-plagued career.
TNT Sports presenter and ex-footballer Marvin Sordell opens up about his profound mental health struggle during a powerful, emotional segment on the channel, revealing he told his wife he wanted to die.
Manchester United's pursuit of RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Šeško receives a significant boost as the player's agent hints at a summer move, with Arsenal also in the hunt for the Slovenian sensation.
Former Manchester United and Coventry City star Dion Dublin gives an emotional and candid interview on the BBC's 'The Footballers' Football Podcast', revealing the profound impact of his father's death and the pivotal moments of his storied career.
FC Barcelona's 16-year-old football sensation Lamine Yamal has reportedly split from his long-term girlfriend, as the immense pressure of his professional and personal life collides.
Liverpool and England football sensation Trent Alexander-Arnold is the new face of Calvin Klein's iconic underwear line. Get the exclusive details on his groundbreaking campaign and the internet's reaction.
Exclusive interview with Tottenham Hotspur's Djed Spence on how converting to Islam has transformed his life and career, bringing him focus and tranquillity both on and off the pitch.
Former Fulham defender Abdeslam Ouaddou and his family had a miraculous escape after a lorry careered off the road and crashed into their home in a shocking incident.
The mother of a man who fatally stabbed promising young footballer Taye Faik allegedly tried to help her son flee to Jamaica following the brutal murder in a north London barbershop, a court has been told.
In an exclusive tell-all, Lauryn Goodman opens up about the emotional decision to name her son after footballer Kyle Walker, confirming his paternity and detailing the impact on both families.
Exclusive: Love Island star Ella Barnes and Shamrock Rovers footballer Neil Farrugia have called it quits just months after their romance began. Get the full story on their split, the reasons behind it, and what's next for both.
Ex-Reds star Jose Enrique makes a passionate plea for Liverpool to secure the signature of Newcastle's prolific Swedish striker Alexander Isak, hailing him as the 'perfect' successor to Darwin Nunez.
Lauryn Goodman is spotted enjoying a luxury family holiday in Spain with her two children, Kairo and three-month-old daughter, whose father is England footballer Kyle Walker. The getaway offers a glimpse into their life away from the media storm.
A 13-year-old star footballer from Olympique Lyonnais's prestigious academy has been charged with the murder of a 15-year-old boy in a brutal street fight, sending shockwaves through the world of football.
England and Manchester City footballer Jack Grealish has seen his personal fortune surge past £50 million through his mega contract, a groundbreaking Puma deal, and lucrative endorsements with brands like Gucci and Bose.
Ex-Chelsea star Willian could make a sensational return to the Premier League with Fulham, just months after his disastrous Arsenal spell ended. The Brazilian winger is in advanced talks with the Cottagers.