Sport

Sport remains a vital part of British culture and global entertainment, capturing the attention of millions whether following club football, international competitions or major sporting events. From the performances of national teams to the fortunes of domestic clubs, sporting achievements and setbacks shape conversations across the country. The sector encompasses not only the action on the pitch or field, but also the institutional decisions, governance issues and historic moments that define how we experience sport.

Recent developments highlight the breadth of sporting concerns that engage readers and communities. Injuries to key players, tactical innovations by leading managers, and the broadcasting of major international competitions all influence how fans engage with their chosen sports. Beyond the immediate competition, sport intersects with broader issues including historical justice, corruption concerns and the commercial landscape that sustains professional athletics.

Understanding sport news matters because it reflects both the passion fans invest in their teams and the evolving nature of athletic competition in the modern era. Whether tracking squad news ahead of important fixtures, following England's progress in international tournaments or examining challenges to sporting integrity, this section covers the stories that resonate with audiences invested in what happens on and off the field.

  • 🎧 Welcome back to… 72+

    BBC Sport has relaunched its EFL podcast under a new name, 72+, with a new home on BBC Sounds. Hosted by Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff, it will continue covering the biggest stories across the Championship, League One and League Two, offering analysis and guest interviews for followers of English football’s second, third and fourth…

  • Ulster captain Henderson to miss start of season

    Ulster captain Iain Henderson will miss several months of the new season after hip surgery during the summer.

  • US medics slam Trump vaccine order as Air Force One ‘catering cart’ escape claim emerges

    US President Donald Trump signed an executive order on 10 August directing a review of childhood vaccination guidance. It identifies 11 diseases for which immunisation should be recommended for all children, calls for the combined measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine to be offered as three separate products once available, and says childhood immunisations should,…

  • L’Rain Shares Evocative Single ‘elmyra’

    L’Rain, the recording project of multi-disciplinary artist Taja Cheek, has released a new single titled ‘elmyra’, offering another preview of her forthcoming album. The track arrives ahead of the album’s release and a planned show at London’s ICA, continuing her run of previews for the project. The new single builds on a mesh of electronic…

  • PFA starts legal proceedings over League One salary cap

    The Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA) has launched legal proceedings against the English Football League (EFL) over new salary cap rules being introduced in League One for the 2026-27 season. The dispute centres on Squad Cost Rules (SCR), which will replace the existing Profitability and Sustainability framework, with the PFA arguing that clubs voted through the…

  • PaleyFest NY Launches New Award; Billy Crystal, ‘American Horror Story,’ ‘Dexter’ Among First Recipients

    The Paley Center for Media has launched a new PaleyFest Award, to be presented annually as part of its PaleyFest NY festival, marking the honour’s debut alongside the Center’s 50th anniversary. The award recognises that selection for PaleyFest itself represents a mark of distinction, and winners’ work will become a permanent part of the Paley…

  • Disney+ Grabs Global Rights to Formula E Racing Events

    Disney+ has secured global streaming rights to the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship in more than 140 territories, a landmark deal that brings uniform coverage to the electric racing series worldwide. In the United States, races will instead air on ESPN+ (now branded ESPN Select), while Disney’s arrangement allows Formula E to retain its…

  • Infantino, Trump, Bezos and Mourinho: together at last: Football Weekly – video

    This is a video episode of the Guardian’s Football Weekly podcast, in which host Max Rushden is joined by Nicky Bandini, Lars Sivertsen and Paul Watson to discuss recent football talking points. The main topic is Donald Trump’s complimentary remarks about Gianni Infantino, the Fifa president who has faced mounting pressure and criticism in his…

  • High school football player practices with venomous snake hiding inside helmet before coach’s discovery

    A high school American football player in Arkansas had an alarming surprise during a pre-season practice session when a venomous snake was discovered hiding inside his helmet. The incident occurred at Maumelle High School as the team ran drills split into position groups, and it was only spotted after a teammate noticed movement inside the…

  • Cleveland Clinic launches prescription drone delivery

    Cleveland Clinic has launched a prescription drone delivery programme in partnership with Zipline, allowing eligible patients to have medications lowered into their gardens rather than collecting them in person. The scheme aims to ease the burden of pharmacy trips for people who are unwell or caring for others, and Cleveland Clinic says it represents the…