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Harry Kane wins the Ballon d’Or, ending England's 25-year wait

The Bayern Munich striker's award ends a decades-long wait for a Bundesliga player or Englishman to receive the prestigious trophy.

27 October 2026

Sport

Vincent Kompany hospitalised after collapse during training

A few weeks ago, sporting director Max Eberl said that Kompany, who reportedly needed help climbing stairs, had been struggling with both a viral infection and a hip injury.

23 October 2026

Culture news

Messi mania grips Oviedo ahead of Princess of Asturias award ceremony

The Argentinian footballer has arrived in Spain's Oviedo region with his wife Antonela Roccuzzo, greeting hundreds of fans awaiting him. This Friday he will receive the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports.

23 October 2026

Sport

Cristiano Ronaldo suspended for 30 days after quitting Portugal camp

On 30 September, the former Real Madrid and Manchester United star walked out of an international camp before a training session at Parken Stadium in Copenhagen.

19 October 2026

Europe News

Croatia's leaders slam pro-Nazi chants ahead of Ajax match

Hajduk Split, who won the game 2-1, in a statement apologised to UEFA and Ajax who "witnessed scenes which we do not want Europe to remember", while the Croatian football federation also condemned the incident.

16 October 2026

Sport

FIFA proposes €5.5bn football development fund amid Infantino scrutiny

The proposal comes as European football leaders seek a candidate to try to unseat Gianni Infantino as FIFA president.

14 October 2026

Saudi Arabia

Ronaldo waves Saudi scarf after missile alert delays Riyadh match

Cristiano Ronaldo and other footballers have shown support for Saudi Arabia as deadly Houthi attacks disrupt life in Riyadh, forcing its airport to close and delaying an Asian Champions League match amid renewed fighting in Yemen.

13 October 2026

Sport

Netflix secures 2030 World Cup rights in Spain and Andorra

The 2030 World Cup is scheduled to take place across Morocco, Portugal, and Spain, with three special centenary celebration matches also set to be held in Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

13 October 2026

Sport

Argentina bids farewell to Messi after final international appearance

All-time footballing icon Lionel Messi bids an emotional farewell to international duty after guiding Argentina to a 3-0 win over visitors Benin in Buenos Aires. The little magician produced a final breathtaking performance for his white and blue stripes, scoring one goal and assisting two others.

7 October 2026

Sport

Ronaldo’s next chapter: What lies ahead

By beating Norway 2-1, Portugal reached the Nations League quarter-finals and a new squad list is expected. The question everyone asks is: and Cristiano Ronaldo?

6 October 2026

Culture Series

Take your best shot: Getty photographers on iconic World Cup moments

Whether on or off the pitch, many of the most memorable moments from FIFA World Cups have been captured by Getty. Here, some of the photographers behind those lenses share their thoughts about taking the best emotive images.

4 October 2026

Sport

Man City confirms appeal after Premier League charges verdict

According to the Premier League, potential sanctions against City could be a reprimand, a fine, a suspension, points deduction or, in the worst case, expulsion from the competition.

2 October 2026

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Protesters rally outside Dublin stadium over Ireland-Israel match

Around 200 protesters gathered near Dublin’s Aviva Stadium, calling on Ireland to boycott its upcoming Nations League match against Israel

2 October 2026

Sport

Ronaldo quits Portugal camp and promises to reveal 'the truth'

The 41-year-old captain announced his departure on Instagram minutes after coach Jorge Jesus insisted he would train, having missed three sessions in a row.

30 September 2026

Sport

Manchester City found guilty of all charges of financial breaches

A statement from the English Premier League said an independent commission found that the club had arranged "sham" contracts and agreements to artificially inflate its revenues and reduce its costs.

29 September 2026

Ireland

Ireland team to wear black armbands in Israel game amid boycott calls

The Israeli FA issued a statement commending the FAI and the Irish squad for deciding to go ahead with the match, saying: "Football has won."

27 September 2026