June 2026

What does it actually take to win a World Cup? Talent? Tactics? A functioning democracy? Not necessarily. As the 2026 World Cup begins, the largest ever, we analysed all 22 past tournaments to find...

Denmark’s medic reveals 34-year-old is in ‘good spirits’ Eriksen in hospital after losing consciousness on pitch Christian Eriksen is expected to be soon discharged from hospital after he collapsed during Denmark’s friendly with Ukraine...

Spanish great moving to England after 14 years at Barça She has been impressed by vision of Michele Kang’s club Alexia Putellas has agreed personal terms with London City Lionesses. Widely regarded as one...

Every deal in the NWSL, WSL, Liga F, Frauen-Bundesliga, Première Ligue and Serie A Femminile as well as a club-by-club guide Continue reading…

All the latest Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, Ligue 1 and Serie A deals and a club-by-club guide Continue reading…

Even the finest miss out on a place at the finals and for those who do get there, decisions can make or break a dream Ismail Elfath was taking his children to the park...

Tuchel criticises England’s ‘freestyle’ approach Player guide | Bracketology | Wallchart | Mail David Good news for Spain. Rumours that Lamine Yamal may miss Spain’s first two World Cup group games (against Cape Verde...

Lionel Scaloni’s strong, confident squad are no longer reliant on Messi as they target back-to-back World Cup titles This article is part of the Guardian’s 2026 World Cup Experts’ Network, a cooperation between some...

Enrique Riquelme loses challenge against Pérez José Mourinho will now be confirmed as manager Florentino Pérez will continue as president of Real Madrid after winning their first elections in 20 years, paving the way...

An easy ride through qualifying and a hard-to-read Africa Cup of Nations exit mean the Fennecs are an enigma This article is part of the Guardian’s 2026 World Cup Experts’ Network, a cooperation between...