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Europe is shaped by decisions made across borders, from the continent’s response to Russia’s war in Ukraine to debates over sanctions and military support. These choices affect security, diplomacy and the daily lives of people across the region.

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Guardiola’s Italy talks advance as FIGC confirms financial concessions

  • FIGC confirms financial exceptions to help land Guardiola as Italy coach
  • Deal still unconfirmed; Mancini and Pirlo also in contention
  • Role vacant since Gattuso quit after World Cup qualification failure

The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) has confirmed that special financial "exceptions" have been arranged to accommodate Pep Guardiola, should he become Italy's next head coach, in the clearest sign yet that talks with the former Manchester City manager are progressing. FIGC president Giovanni Malagò named Guardiola directly when…

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

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  • Guardian writers pick their favourite World Cup 2026 matches and moments
  • England's last-16 win over Mexico at the Azteca is a top pick
  • Argentina, Germany, Cape Verde and Algeria also feature prominently

The Guardian's football writers have delivered their personal verdicts on the best moments of the 2026 World Cup, picking standout matches, goals and memories from across the tournament. Such end-of-tournament awards pieces let journalists reflect on the drama and quality of the competition beyond the results, highlighting what…

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

  • Guardian ranks ten nations' chances for the 2030 World Cup
  • Spain lead, buoyed by young stars after their 2026 triumph
  • France second under new coach Zidane, replacing Deschamps

The Guardian has published a lighthearted early "power rankings" feature looking ahead to the 2030 World Cup, assessing which national teams have the strongest foundations to compete for the title four years from now. The piece follows the 2026 tournament, which saw veterans such as Lionel Messi, Cristiano…

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Why many Black Americans were rooting for Argentina to lose the World Cup | Etan Thomas

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  • Guardian column explains why many Black Americans opposed Argentina in the World Cup final
  • Author cites racist incidents by Argentine fans and players, and Messi's silence
  • Piece also links president Javier Milei to Trump and Netanyahu

Writing for the Guardian, the sportswriter and former NBA player Etan Thomas argues that many Black Americans backed Spain over Argentina in the World Cup final not out of enthusiasm for Spain, whose colonial history is also troubled, but because of a pattern of racism and political associations…

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Apple TV Seeking Local Language Boss

  • Apple TV is hiring a London-based Head of Local Language Scripted
  • Role created after Morgan Wandell and Oliver Jones left Apple
  • Jay Hunt's remit expands to all international, local-language content

Apple TV is advertising for a new Head of Local Language Scripted, a newly created London-based role that will sit within international content chief Jay Hunt's team. The hire follows the departures of international development chief Morgan Wandell, who is launching his own production company, and international scripted…

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Arsenal sign Spain goalkeeper Rodriguez on free

  • Arsenal sign Spain goalkeeper Misa Rodriguez from Real Madrid on a free
  • She's Arsenal's sixth summer signing ahead of 2026-27 season
  • Won 2023 World Cup with Spain but lost starting role to Cata Coll

Arsenal have signed Spain goalkeeper Misa Rodriguez on a free transfer, marking their sixth signing of the summer transfer window as the Women's Super League club strengthens its squad ahead of the 2026-27 season. The 27-year-old joins after leaving Real Madrid, where she made a club-record 215 appearances…

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‘Hamas sleeper cell terrorist’ is found working at luxury Crete hotel ‘while preparing cruise ship attack’ – as plot to carry out ‘second October 7’ in Europe is foiled

  • Suspected Hamas operative allegedly found working undercover at Crete hotel.
  • Plot to attack a cruise ship reportedly uncovered and foiled.
  • Scheme said to be part of planned "second October 7" attack in Europe.

Greek authorities are reported to have uncovered a suspected Hamas "sleeper cell" operative who had been working at a luxury hotel in Crete while allegedly preparing an attack on a cruise ship. The individual is said to have used the hospitality job as cover while plotting the assault,…

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More warehouses of Russian online retailer Wildberries hit by Ukraine, officials say

  • Ukrainian drones hit Wildberries warehouses in Russia again, injuring 10
  • Second attack on the retailer's facilities in four days
  • Kyiv says warehouses supply drone and military navigation components

Ukrainian drones have struck warehouses belonging to Wildberries, Russia's largest online retailer, for the second time in four days, injuring ten people. The facilities, located in the Krasnodar and Stavropol regions, were hit overnight, prompting evacuations, according to Russian media and the regional governor. Ukraine has justified the…

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World Cup, Ballon d’Or, Champions League, Euros … has Rodri completed football? | The Knowledge

  • Rodri has now won the World Cup, Euros, Champions League and Ballon d'Or.
  • Only a handful of men, including Beckenbauer, Zidane and Messi, share this feat.
  • No woman has completed the set yet; Putellas and Bonmatí could by 2029.

Rodri's Spain team won a major tournament, meaning the midfielder now holds the World Cup, European Championship, Champions League and Ballon d'Or, prompting the Guardian's Knowledge column to explore who else has achieved this rare "grand slam" of football honours. It turns out Rodri joins a small, elite…

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SARAH VINE: I was the worst-dressed woman in Westminster… so I know how hard it is to be thrust into the spotlight

  • Sarah Vine discusses scrutiny of women ministers' Cabinet outfits.
  • She recalls her own fashion mishaps at major public events.
  • Argues such scrutiny is unfair but unavoidable for women in public life.

Sarah Vine reflects on the intense media scrutiny female politicians face over their clothing, sparked by recent commentary on the outfits worn by women ministers appointed to a new Cabinet. Drawing on her own experience of being photographed in unflattering outfits during major public moments, she argues that…

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