Football News

A tournament that crossed borders: crunching the numbers on the diaspora World Cup

Nationality in football is complex and the influence of players from the diaspora has never been higher at a World Cup

Putellas, Batlle and León are gone: what will be left of Barcelona after latest exodus?

The European champions’ squad is falling apart … because of the men’s team’s struggles with financial fair play

‘A unique talent’: Phil Foden signs new four-year Manchester City contract

Phil Foden has signed a new four-year contract with Manchester City, saying he is looking forward to ‘trying to win more’ at his boyhood club.

Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert charged with misconduct by FA over spygate scandal

Southampton’s manager, Tonda Eckert, is facing a lengthy suspension after being charged with three counts of misconduct by the Football Association

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos in talks to join consortium seeking 30% stake in Liverpool

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has held talks about joining the consortium that is seeking to buy around 30% of Liverpool

Arsenal continue squad revamp with signing of Spain keeper Misa Rodríguez

Arsenal have continued their rebuild of the squad by signing the Spain goalkeeper Misa Rodríguez on a free transfer

World Cup 2026 awards: the Guardian team give their final tournament verdicts

The best games, goals and personal highlights – from a magical Azteca to Erling Haaland breaking America

World Cup 2030 (very early) power rankings: who will challenge Spain at top?

The next men’s World Cup is still four years away, but we take a look at the teams with the firmest foundations who should be primed to contend