World’s richest football division faces legal battle with Man City, trial of new financial rules and new independent regulator
New governing group for the professional game is seeking to increase the number of fans and unlock commercial opportunities
It’s been a vintage summer for social scientists interested in how individuals and teams can perform
Home of English rugby will be rebranded from September as part of agreement with German insurer
Groups say governing body’s moves harm ‘economic interests and player welfare’ as dispute deepens over crowded calendar
New billionaire owner has embarked on sweeping changes in an effort to restore club’s fortunes
Club to explore ‘alternative options’ after talks end with US car-dealing billionaire
The former England manager elevated the national team, but easy routes through tournaments flatter his record
Disney CEO makes his first foray into sports ownership in agreement to purchase Angel City FC as interest in the league grows
Former player says it is ‘time for change’ at helm of men’s national team after eight-year tenure
Match delayed more than an hour after fans try to ‘forcibly enter’ stadium without tickets
Accord with DAZN and beIN helps stave off financial crisis at some clubs but locks in a lower price than first expected
La Roja’s well-drilled pressing game exposed limitations of Gareth Southgate’s team
Late strike dashes Gareth Southgate’s hopes of major championship win
As his team reaches the final of Euro 2024, no one in the history of English men’s football can match his record
Move underlines global pulling power of football and live sport to help companies boost sales and profits
Top shareholders strengthen their grip on Premier League club with buyout of British dealmaker
Black stars Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams help steer La Roja to Euro final but racial tensions still dog Spanish game
Statistics suggest that ‘supersized’ and brand new tournaments are pushing elite players to the limit
DAZN and Amazon return to negotiations as pressure grows to find solution
Today’s Oranje have a dearth of quality but can still prosper using the country’s inherited intelligence about the game
Wear your heart on your sleeve – and your legs, hands and feet
Following the national team makes me aspire to an Englishness I’m comfortable with
Dull passing game has dogged favourites until quarter-finals but easier route leaves them well placed for glory
Following the England team in Germany, Gideon Rachman watches new football stars emerge in the shadow of war and a resurgent far right
