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Guardian Football Weekly Wins Two FSA Awards
Guardian Football Weekly and Women's Football Weekly triumph at the Football Supporters' Association Awards, securing both podcast honours. Discover what makes these shows essential listening for fans.
Brian Kelly secures $54m LSU buyout after dismissal
Former LSU Tigers coach Brian Kelly is set to receive his full $54 million contract buyout after being officially fired without cause. Discover the details of this major sports finance story.
Angels buy out Anthony Rendon's $245m contract
The Los Angeles Angels are set to buy out Anthony Rendon's contract, ending what fans call baseball's worst deal. The third-baseman played just 25% of possible games. Read the full story.
James Franklin in Talks for Virginia Tech Coaching Role
James Franklin is negotiating to become Virginia Tech's head coach weeks after his Penn State firing and a record $49m buyout. Follow the latest college football news.
Premier League Weekend Predictions & Expert Betting Tips
Get ahead of the game with our comprehensive Premier League betting guide featuring expert analysis, top predictions, and winning accumulator tips for this weekend's fixtures.
Nigeria's Madugu: Building Women's Football Future
Exclusive interview with Nigeria's head coach Justine Madugu on transforming women's football, developing homegrown talent, and his ambitious vision for the Super Falcons.
Premier League clubs charge thousands for child mascots
An investigation reveals how top football clubs are commercialising childhood dreams, with matchday mascot packages costing families up to £1,000, raising questions about accessibility and tradition.
Grenfell Athletic: Football's Beacon of Hope After Tragedy
Eight years after the devastating Grenfell Tower fire, Grenfell Athletic FC continues to honour the victims while building a remarkable legacy of community resilience and sporting ambition.
Football's Spookiest Halloween Ghost Stories
From phantom penalty takers to ghostly managers, discover the spine-tingling stories that prove football isn't just about what happens on the pitch. Ian Holloway and Don Revie feature in these eerie accounts that will make you question whether the beautif
Ex-Premier League star dumped by seventh-tier club
Exclusive: Once a Premier League regular, this former football star's career has taken an astonishing turn as he departs seventh-tier club after brief stint, marking another chapter in his dramatic fall from grace.
Cape Verde's WAFCON fairytale as South Africa face crisis
The Women's Africa Cup of Nations delivers stunning upsets as Cape Verde celebrate unprecedented success and South Africa confront coaching turmoil after shock elimination.
LSU's Brian Kelly could get record £60m payout
LSU football coach Brian Kelly could receive one of the largest buyouts in college sports history, with reports suggesting a potential £60 million payout following his unexpected departure from the programme.
Premier League Stars Shine in Masked Baller League Debut
Premier League legends and celebrity players dazzle in Germany's revolutionary Baller League, with masked footballers creating viral moments and thrilling fans in this exciting new football format.
LSU's £50M coaching buyout crisis revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals how LSU faces potential financial catastrophe with massive buyout clauses for football coaches Brian Kelly and Jimbo Fisher that could exceed £50 million.
Vanderbilt Stuns LSU in College Football Upset
In a stunning turn of events, Vanderbilt Commodores deliver a monumental upset against LSU Tigers, sending shockwaves through college football rankings and SEC standings.
LSU fires Brian Kelly in $50m coaching shake-up
Louisiana State University makes dramatic decision to part ways with head football coach Brian Kelly, triggering one of the most expensive buyout clauses in college sports history exceeding $50 million.
Sam Kerr's Emotional Matildas Return After 725-Day Absence
Chelsea superstar Sam Kerr is poised for her long-awaited Matildas comeback after nearly two years sidelined by injury, with coach Tony Gustavsson revealing the striker could make an immediate impact in Australia's upcoming fixtures.
El Clásico: Why It's Still Football's Biggest Game
Discover why the historic rivalry between Barcelona and Real Madrid continues to captivate global audiences and define club football's pinnacle in 2025.
West Ham Star's Hunger Battle Fuels England Success
Exclusive insight into how West Ham United's rising England star overcame childhood hunger struggles, inspiring teammates with incredible resilience and determination on the pitch.
Hearts' Data-Driven Rise To Scottish Football Summit
Heart of Midlothian FC's remarkable journey from financial turmoil to Scottish Premiership summit reveals how strategic investment and cutting-edge analytics are rewriting football's rulebook.
Rangers Board Backs Thelwell After Son's Appointment
Exclusive: Rangers Director of Football Phil Thelwell defends transparent process after appointing his son Tyler, with Ibrox board issuing unequivocal support despite fan concerns.
Swedish Club's Secret Champions League Blueprint Revealed
Exclusive insight into the revolutionary football philosophy from tiny Swedish club Mjällby that's taking the Champions League by storm. Discover how their data-driven approach is transforming elite competition.
Bolivian football match abandoned after mass brawl
Violence erupted during Bolivia's premier football clash between Bolivar and Always Ready, resulting in multiple injuries and match suspension amid chaotic scenes.
Sam Kerr returns to Matildas after two-year injury absence
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.
European Football: Como's Rise Continues as Juventus, Milan Fall
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.
Gary Neville's Silent Protest Against FA Cup Replay Scrap
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.
Barcelona's Yamal refuses free autographs in business move
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.
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.
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