June 2026

Bayern midfielder to be No 1 target in summer window Olise was watched by potential new manager Mourinho Real Madrid will launch a €150m (£130m) bid for Bayern Munich’s Michael Olise if Florentino Pérez...

The decision to extend Clarke’s contract before his side have proved they can finally progress to the knockouts could be a needless risk The summit of Scottish football provides a wonderful environment for those...

The FA’s data-driven approach towards the World Cup is into its final stages as Tuchel’s side take on New Zealand “It was hot in ’94,” thundered Alexi Lalas, the former USA defender turned Fox...

Head coach looks forward to leading Sweden at World Cup after reflecting on failures with Chelsea and West Ham If management has taught Graham Potter anything it is that there is no point in...

Kick It Out wants equality, diversity and inclusion targets Regulator decides against after licensing consultation The Independent Football Regulator (IFR) is poised to reject calls from Kick It Out to take on a greater...

⚽️ Latest football news before a big weekend of action⚽️ Get in touch: email Dave | And follow us on TikTok Bracketology! In past World Cups, a pencil and eraser on a wallchart was...

Blue Sharks are in unchartered waters, making their finals debut after a meteoric rise This article is part of the Guardian’s 2026 World Cup Experts’ Network, a cooperation between some of the best media...

Print out and fill in our brilliant wallchart and follow the 48 teams at the tournament in USA, Mexico and Canada • All of our World Cup coverage in one handy place Continue reading…

New manager achieved much at Bournemouth with style reminiscent of Jürgen Klopp’s counterpress There comes a point in most discussions when all the detail and complications fall away and the issue can be crystalised...

Despite being the lowest-ranked team at the tournament, All Whites are hoping Chris Wood can help fire them to a first appearance in the knockout rounds This article is part of the Guardian’s 2026...