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Tommy Robinson's Israeli Football Club Bid Causes Outrage

Controversial far-right activist Tommy Robinson's attempt to buy Israeli football club Maccabi Tel Aviv has ignited fierce backlash from fans, politicians, and the Jewish community, raising questions about sportswashing and extremism.

Villa fan's outrage over Israeli team ban

After 50 years supporting Aston Villa, Ian Austin reveals why the decision to ban an Israeli team has left him more furious than ever before in this powerful opinion piece.

FA fines non-league clubs £1.4m in betting scandal

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.

Footballers Who Scored Most Goals in One Match

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.

FIFA Chief's Gaza Peace Summit & Trump Nobel Backing

In a groundbreaking move for sports diplomacy, FIFA President Gianni Infantino announces plans for a Gaza peace summit while endorsing Donald Trump's Nobel Peace Prize nomination through the Football for Friendship programme.

Mickelson backs Fetterman in surprise political endorsement

Six-time major champion Phil Mickelson makes waves in political arena with surprise endorsement of Senator John Fetterman while pointedly ignoring California Governor Gavin Newsom, revealing intriguing political alliances beyond the golf course.

Leeds United's 1975 European Glory Relived

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.

Football manager shocks with bizarre green card incident

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 launches daily football quiz

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.

UEFA delays Israel vote over Trump peace plan

European football's governing body postpones crucial decision on Israel's UEFA membership following former US President Donald Trump's unexpected Middle East peace initiative, creating diplomatic waves across international sport.

Father-Son Hat-Trick Dynasties in Football

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.

Starmer, Macron: World's Most Popular Leaders Defy Right-Wing Trend

In a stunning political paradox, a new global survey reveals centrist figures Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron are the world's most popular leaders, even as right-wing parties gain ground. The Ipsos research highlights a complex disconnect between voter s

The Bigger Cup Returns: Radical New Format Shakes EFL

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.

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