⚽ News, discussion and buildup before the day’s action⚽ Live scores | Tables | Follow us on Bluesky | Mail Emillia Hello, good morning and welcome to another Matchday live! We have got some huge games to look forward to this afternoon, including a London derby which sees Arsenal host...
Pep Guardiola condemns fans who booed as Muslim players broke Ramadan fast at Leeds
Section of fans reacted as play paused at Elland Road Guardiola: ‘Respect the religion, respect the diversity’ Leeds coach calls it ‘disappointing … we need to do better’ Pep Guardiola has called on football supporters to “respect religion and diversity” after fans booed a brief stoppage in play at Elland...
The ultimate breakdown: everything you need to know about F1’s new regulations for 2026
Get to grips with active aero, boost mode and super-clipping as the adoption of new hybrid engines shakes up the sport before the new season begins next weekend In a week’s time, a new era will begin in Formula One as a major shift in regulations brings with it an...
Cheltenham hopeful of ticket-sale turnaround for festival after three years of decline
Sales for this year’s event ahead of 2025 at same stage ‘Overall we are moving in the right direction’ Ticket sales for the 2026 festival meeting at Cheltenham are ahead of the levels at the same point 12 months ago and there is growing confidence at the track that attendance...
Promotion and relegation from Prem to be scrapped as rugby moves to franchise model
RFU council approves change from 2026-27 season ‘The professional game must evolve if it is to thrive’ English rugby has adopted a franchise system for the first time with promotion and relegation from the Prem scrapped from the end of this season. In the biggest change to the club game...
Jacks and Ahmed find dramatic late blitz to earn England unlikely win over New Zealand
Super 8s: England, 161-6, bt New Zealand, 159-7, by 4 wkts Late flurry of runs from all-rounders proves crucial A game played on a turning wicket and dominated by spin was decided, appropriately, after a decisive, savage twist. Just as it looked as if England’s unconvincing progress through the World...
Winter Paralympics walks tightrope as Russia’s inclusion risks ceremony boycott
The IPC’s Andrew Parsons tries to ease growing tension as Ukrainian president calls the decision ‘dirty’ The Paralympic torch left its home in Stoke Mandeville this week and has arrived at the gateway of the Dolomites. The towns of Bolzano and Trento will host “flame festivals” over the weekend to...
Dual Gomes goals ensure Wolves beat Aston Villa and unwanted points record
As Wolves applied the seal to only their second Premier League victory of the season, Rodrigo Gomes doubling their lead over Aston Villa deep into second-half stoppage time, Rob Edwards hared down the touchline, yelling into the stands as his players started a celebratory pile-on a few yards behind him....
Premier League buildup, Champions League draw reaction, and more – matchday live
News, discussion and buildup before the day’s action Premier League 10 things link | Email us here Good morning and welcome to matchday live, The Guardian’s one-stop-shop for all things weekend football buildup. As well as encouraging your emails and comments – get in touch to let us know how...
Arsenal are easy targets for TikTok mockery – they must not be prisoners of that narrative | David Hytner
Goaded by Tottenham and lampooned by Wolves, Mikel Arteta’s side face Chelsea this weekend with rivals hoping to prey on their sensitivities Arsenal had to expect the jibes from Tottenham and they were not disappointed. Just before kick-off in last Sunday’s north London derby, the Spurs support in the South...