The making of Arsenal signing Bruno Guimaraes, a captivating leader who couldn't tie his shoelaces
Bruno Guimaraes has joined the Premier League champions for £75m. This is where he came from, by those who helped make him who he is.
Football
10th August 2026
Brazilian footballer falls in tunnel after scoring disallowed goal
A Brazilian footballer has fallen into a stadium tunnel after celebrating a goal before it was disallowed. Almost a decade ago, another footballer fell into the same tunnel.
Jacy Maranhão falls into tunnel during goal celebration
Jacy Maranhão fell into a tunnel during a goal celebration in the Brazilian league. It is not the first time its happened at his club Corbita's stadium.
Cameroonian forward Joel falls into the tunnel during goal celebration in 2014
Cameroonian forward Diederrick Joel Tagueu-Tadjo who played for Corbita falling into the tunnel during a goal celebration in 2014.
Cavan Sullivan, 16, scores and assists in Philadelphia Union's Leagues Cup win
The 16-year-old, who is bound for Manchester City, continues to show well for his MLS side.
Frightening scenes as footballer plummets into tunnel celebrating disallowed goal
A moment of jubilation quickly turned into a heart-stopping moment as Coritiba star Jacy plummeted down a tunnel while celebrating a disallowed goal on Sunday (AEST).
José Mourinho reveals he signed contract to succeed Alex Ferguson at Manchester United in 2013
José Mourinho has revealed he signed a contract to succeed Sir Alex Ferguson as Manchester United manager in 2013 only to tearfully renege on the deal and return to Chelsea.
Premier League 2026-27 preview No 1: Arsenal
With most of their rivals changing managers, can the champions go back-to-back for the first time in more than 90 years?. Guardian writers’ predicted position: 1st (NB: this is not necessarily Ed Aarons’ prediction but the average of our writers’ tips). Last season’s position: 1st.
Mourinho says he agreed to replace Ferguson at Man Utd
David Moyes succeeded Sir Alex Ferguson at Old Trafford in 2013 but things could have been so different, Jose Mourinho reveals in a new documentary.
Transfer roundup: Digne returns to PSG from Villa, Fulham agree £30m deal for Charles
France defender Lucas Digne has completed his return to Paris Saint-Germain from Aston Villa on a three-year contract.
African quartet secure Women's World Cup places
Algeria, Morocco, Cameroon and Malawi all qualify for the 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil by reaching the semi-finals of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations.
McInnes left frustrated amid Rangers' poor start to season
Derek McInnes is still seeking a win after three games as Rangers managers and feels hard done by following a 2-1 home defeat by Hibernian and injury to big-money striker Youssef Chermiti.
Villa interested in Endrick loan - Monday's gossip
Aston Villa interested in Endrick loan, Harry Kane expected to extend Bayern Munich deal and Arsenal make Bradley Barcola contact, plus more.
Were signs always there that Vrancken's Hearts would come good?
Heart of Midlothian have at last secured their first win under new head coach Wouter Vrancken, but statistics suggested it was only a matter of time.
'Celtic fans are going to fall in love with him' - Hogh makes his mark
Kasper Hogh earns rave reviews after his first goals - and first hat-trick - for Celtic in Saturday's 5-1 thrashing of Kilmarnock.
Bonding & building - what we learned about Alonso's Chelsea in pre-season
Chelsea's pre-season campaign was all about new manager Xabi Alonso, so what have we learned about his side?.
Seesaw draw in Malaysia gives Xabi Alonso food for thought at Chelsea
Chelsea’s problems mounted as their pre-season tour came to an end in a strangely fiery draw against the Malaysian champions Johor Darul Ta’zim.
Arteta expects Guimarães to ‘ignite’ Arsenal and help take team to new level
The Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has backed “warrior” Bruno Guimarães, who to “ignite something different” in the Premier League champions.
Como sign defender Chalobah from Chelsea
Como have signed defender Trevoh Chalobah from Chelsea in a deal worth more than £30m.
Iraola says Liverpool have work to do as familiar frailties in defence prove costly
Andoni Iraola told his Liverpool team they have work to do after squandering a 2-0 lead against Monaco to lose a second successive pre-season friendly.
Hibernian stun Rangers at Ibrox while O’Neill misses Høgh treble in Celtic win
Derek McInnes suffered a damaging home debut as Rangers manager with a 2-1 Premiership defeat to Hibernian compounded by striker Youssef Chermiti being carried off the pitch on a stretcher.
We cannot sustain the level we want - Iraola
After throwing away a two-goal lead for the second match in a row, Andoni Iraola says his Liverpool side "cannot sustain the level we want".
Digne completes move to PSG from Aston Villa
France international Lucas Digne has completed his move from Aston Villa to European champions Paris St-Germain.
La Liga president Javier Tebas says ‘Infantino era is over’ at Fifa
Javier Tebas says Gianni Infantino’s position as Fifa president is untenable, claiming he is “destroying the very essence of football” while calling for reform at the highest levels of the game.
Guimaraes can ignite something different in us - Arteta
Mikel Arteta said the signing of Bruno Guimaraes will "ignite something different" in Arsenal and hinted that the Gunners are not done with their summer transfer activity.
Coleman training with Killybegs - but no GAA return for now
Former Everton defender Seamus Coleman has been training with Killybegs but a return to his local Gaelic football club is unlikely to be on the cards for now.
Everton and Crystal Palace in talks over Brennan Johnson, Dwight McNeil transfers
Johnson only joined Palace from Tottenham Hotspur in January, while McNeil saw a winter move to Selhurst Park collapse late in the window.
Chermiti injured after Rangers reject bid for striker
Rangers reject an offer for striker Youssef Chermiti, with manager Derek McInnes confirming that it did not meet the Scottish Premiership club's valuation.
Liverpool beaten by Monaco but are Isak and Wirtz finally clicking as a partnership?
Analysing the main talking points from Sunday's friendly defeat at Anfield, where Liverpool went two goals up but lost 3-2 to a late winner.
Everton's McNeil & Palace's Johnson poised for swap
Everton and Crystal Palace are in talks about a swap deal that would see Toffees' winger Dwight McNeil join the Eagles, and Wales international Brennan Johnson move in the opposite direction.
Hearts agree £1.7m deal to sell winger Kyziridis
Heart of Midlothian agree a deal to sell Greece winger Alexandros Kyziridis to a Turkish club for a fee of around £1.7m.
Brazilian top-flight club wear name of English fan with MND on shirts
Brazilian top flight club Coritiba wear the name of an English fan from Norwich on their shirts to raise awareness of motor neurone disease.
9th August 2026
Marmoush double as Man City beat Atletico in Seoul
Omar Marmoush scores twice in a three-minute spell in the second half as Manchester City come from behind to beat Atletico Madrid in a friendly in Seoul, South Korea.
Fulham agree £30m fee for Southampton's Charles
Fulham agree a deal worth up to £30m for Southampton midfielder Shea Charles, subject to a medical.
Sevilla close to signing Scottish striker Ure in £7.9m deal
Sevilla near a £7.9m move to sign Scotland Under-21 striker Robbie Ure from Swedish club IK Sirius.
Fulham agree Shea Charles transfer from Southampton in deal worth up to £30m
The proposed transfer to the west London club will make the 22-year-old the most expensive Northern Irish footballer ever.
Man Utd working on deal to sign Leicester teenager Page
Manchester United are working on a deal to sign Leicester teenager Louis Page.
Family 'overwhelmed' after Arbroath FC hold silence for Minnie Merriman
Minnie Merriman, nine, from West Yorkshire died at Ninewells Hospital after being found seriously injured.
Scott and Antony sent off in pre-season friendly
Bournemouth's Alex Scott and Real Betis' Antony are sent off after a confrontation during a friendly match in Seville, which ended in a 2-2 draw.
'Burnley, Celtic and Malaga vie for PAOK's Taylor' - gossip
Celtic reportedly face opposition from Burnley and Malaga if they want to sign Greg Taylor from PAOK, while Sevilla appear poised to sign Robbie Ure.
Messi misses Miami defeat after death of father
Lionel Messi misses Inter Miami's Leagues Cup defeat by Monterrey on Saturday night after the death of his father.
Unmasking London City's Spanish superstar
Alexia Putellas' arrival at London City Lionesses was the biggest transfer in WSL history - but who is the person behind the global stardom?.
Alexia Putellas: ‘I’m hungry to win, to fight with my teammates for victory’
London City Lionesses’ headline signing talks expectations, the lure of playing in England and the prospect of being kicked by her former teammates.
What are your favourite new kits for the coming season?
BBC Sport has rounded up some of the best new kits released by clubs around the world over the summer - vote for your top 10.
‘It’s a true art form’: Nigeria goalkeeper Maduka Okoye on high fashion and life at Udinese
The former Watford player talks about his off-field pursuits, lessons from the World Cup and unfinished business. When Maduka Okoye visited Paris fashion week for the Jean Paul Gaultier show, taking his seat in the front row alongside rapper Cardi B, the online reaction was swift.
How Trabzonspor shocked Turkish rivals to make Mohamed Salah their Black Sea saviour
Never before has a big name rejected Istanbul for Trabzon, but former Liverpool striker was offered more than riches. It began with a text sent during the World Cup.
Who am I? Guess Premier League star No 20
Work out the identity of today's player in as few attempts as possible.
New season, new boss - will Alexander-Arnold be key figure at Real Madrid?
Trent Alexander-Arnold faces a defining second season at Real Madrid as he looks to prove his worth under Jose Mourinho.
Brandon Williams interview: 'I was immature and stupid. I look back now and think what an idiot I was'
The former Manchester United defender speaks openly about his behaviour and the issues that have affected him, on and off the pitch.
Barcelona beating Real Madrid to Rodri's signing would be a power shift in Clasico rivalry
Barcelona's Clasico rivals Real Madrid are often considered the natural destination for football's best players. Is the balance shifting?.
Football's most controversial transfers: 'Judas' chants, mocking billboards and a pig's head
Arsenal's interest in signing Cristian Romero from rivals Tottenham brings to mind notorious anger-inducing player moves.
Spain's collectivism, England's hero worship and how a nation's societal norms can shape its football
How much is footballing success determined by a country's culture? The Athletic takes a look...
Manchester United have had a quiet transfer window. Which might not be a bad thing
Churn has been a constant at Old Trafford in the post-Ferguson era, so some stability may give today's coaches and players space to breathe.
The man who found 'art' in this World Cup final scrap
Flashpoints in football and other sports can often be ugly. But one man has made them an artform on social media.
Diego Rossi helps Monterrey to 2-1 Leagues Cup win over Messi-less Inter Miami
MIAMI (AP) — Diego Rossi scored the go-ahead goal in the 90th minute to help Monterrey to a 2-1 win over Inter Miami, which played without Lionel Messi, in the group stage of the Leagues Cup on Saturday night.
‘What a moment’: Teammate’s beautiful Messi tribute as family tragedy revealed
Inter Miami star Rodrigo De Paul has paid a touching tribute to Lionel Messi after father Jorge died aged 68.
Infantino denies 'defamatory' affair claims made in British newspaper
FIFA boss Gianna Infantino dismisses allegations of an affair while working at UEFA as 'categorically untrue'.
Inter Miami honors Messi's late father, Jorge, with pregame tribute, De Paul goal celebration
After a pregame tribute, Rodrigo De Paul scored vs. Monterrey and revealed he was wearing a Messi kit under his jersey.
Without Messi, Inter Miami falls to Monterrey in Leagues Cup
Without Messi, Inter Miami falls to Monterrey in Leagues Cup originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia Diego Rossi scored the go-ahead goal in the 90th minute to help Monterrey to a 2-1 win over Inter Miami, which played without Lionel Messi, in the group stage of the Leagues Cup on Saturday night.
Jaissle starts with win but not planning to 'smash locker room'
It was a night which ended with Newcastle United lifting a trophy, but there was certainly no danger of head coach Matthias Jaissle getting carried away.
'Always by my side': Argentina mourns death of Jorge Messi
Jorge Messi, the father of Argentinian football superstar Lionel, is mourned after dying aged 68 following a short illness. .
‘Will not tolerate’: FIFA dig heels in as feisty statement fires back at president’s enemies
FIFA have condemned efforts to oust Gianni Infantino as the governing body’s president in a statement released in response to allegations of an affair with a colleague during Infantino’s time as UEFA’s secretary-general.
Santos, Resch, Bond help Dynamo extend unbeaten run to six with 2-0 victory over Revolution
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Guilherme Santos and Agustin Resch both scored, and Jonathan Bond posted a third straight clean sheet to help the Houston Dynamo run their unbeaten streak to six with a 2-0 victory over the New England Revolution on Saturday.
FIFA says there is 'concerted and ongoing effort' to oust Gianni Infantino as president
This comes after FIFA scrapped plans to make stakes in world soccer’s commercial and event operations available for private investment.
Fifa defends Gianni Infantino and launches attack after ‘effort to undermine’ president
Fifa last night issued a thinly-veiled attack on Uefa and other leading figures in European football in a statement which alleged there is a “concerted and ongoing effort by some to undermine Fifa and its president,” as football’s civil war escalated further.
Fifa criticises campaign to oust president Infantino
Fifa strongly criticises what it calls a "concerted and ongoing effort" to "undermine" the organisation and its president Gianni Infantino.
Socceroos star’s 40-sec stunner in 62-year first as Aussie bids farewell in classy gesture
Mohamed Toure needed just 40 seconds to open his account for the new season as the Socceroos striker picked up where he left off for club side Norwich.
Wissa & Toure star as Jaissle wins first Newcastle friendly - ratings
Newcastle United forward Yoane Wissa scores twice in a 2-1 win against Valencia in Matthias Jaissle's first game in charge - but how did the Magpies players perform?.
Barca make second bid for Rodri - Sunday's gossip
Barcelona increase their Rodri bid, Cristian Romero wants to join Arsenal, Forest are set to sign Ousmane Diomande, plus more.
Italian giants play out Perth thriller in front of bumper crowd as Aussie transfer link addressed
Star Federico Dimarco continued his strong pre-season form and Frenchman Andy Diouf hit the target as Serie A champions Inter Milan defeated Juventus 2-1 in front of more than 50,000 fans in Perth on Saturday night.
Jorge Messi was Lionel's father, agent and confidant. He recognised his son's gift before anyone else
The football star's father has died, aged 68. Felipe Cardenas explains the close relationship that was so central to Lionel's life.
Tipped for drop but sitting top - St Mirren defying expectations
St Mirren were many people's favourites for relegation, so how come they have started with two opening wins in the Scottish Premiership?.
Tielemans cameo against PSG hints at Man Utd future
Manchester United's £35m signing Youri Tielemans makes an impressive debut in the 1-1 friendly draw against Paris St-Germain in Gothenburg.
Mason Mount injury overshadows Manchester United’s draw with PSG
Manchester United managed a creditable 1-1 draw with the European champions, Paris Saint-Germain, in a Gothenburg friendly on Saturday but the result was overshadowed by an injury to Mason Mount.
Versatile Bruno Guimarães gives Mikel Arteta options to shuffle midfield pack
While able to play deeper, the onus will also be on Arsenal’s £75m signing to provide creativity in an attack that has struggled to break down the low block.
Premier League managers have never been less English, title-winning or secure in their jobs
Huge turnover between seasons means 11 clubs start 2026-27 led by people with under a year in their dugout. Nine of the 20 Premier League clubs will begin the 2026-27 season with a different man in the dugout than the one who ended the last campaign.
Manchester United held by PSG: Amad shines, Maguire and Heaven struggle, and how did Tielemans get on?
United drew with the back-to-back European champions and have two more friendlies left before the Premier League opener.
Why the Ronald Araujo deal makes sense for both Liverpool and Barcelona
The centre-back will add depth to Andoni Iraola's squad, and the Spanish champions are happy to have his wages off the books.
Garcia hopes long-term friend Alonso's Chelsea finish second to Liverpool
As two Liverpool legends meet in pre-season, Luis Garcia says he hopes Xabi Alonso's Chelsea finish behind their former club in the Premier League.
Carabao Cup: Millwall keeper saves four penalties, Preston prevail in Goodison home game
Alex Neil felt Lukas Jensen deserved his moment of glory after the fit-again goalkeeper saved all four QPR penalties to take Millwall through to the second round of the Carabao Cup.
West Ham sink Pompey in Carabao Cup as Sullivan ignores advice to stay away
In an unseasonable black bomber jacket, with heavy duty company beside him, David Sullivan took his seat.
Robert Sanchez interview: Mike Penders competition, Xabi Alonso and Chelsea's hopes for the season
The 28-year-old will once again face new competition to be No 1 at Stamford Bridge this season.
Messi's father Jorge dies aged 68 after illness
Lionel Messi's father and agent Jorge dies at the age of 68 following a long illness.
Lionel Messi's father, Jorge, dies aged 68
Jorge Messi played a significant role in his son’s career, having served as his agent and business manager.
Jorge Messi, father and agent of Argentina great, dies aged 68
Lionel Messi’s father and agent, Jorge, has died aged 68 at a medical clinic in the Argentinian city of Rosario after a long illness, the family have announced.
Jorge Messi, father of soccer legend Lionel Messi, dies at 68
Jean Catuffe via Getty Images"FC Barcelona thanks Jorge Messi for his commitment to our Club, for entrusting us with the beginnings and the most glorious years of his son Leo's football career," the club said in a statement following news of Jorge's death.
Ousmane Diomande: The €40m missing piece of the puzzle for Oliver Glasner's Nottingham Forest?
While Forest have many centre-back options, imminent signing Diomande is just what their new head coach has been looking for.
Sullivan attends West Ham game despite advice not to
Former West Ham co-chairman David Sullivan attends their Carabao Cup match against Portsmouth despite being advised he should stay away.
8th August 2026
Is football AI-proof? Why tech investors wanted a slice of the World Cup
What was the thinking of the investors backing the now-canned plan, and are such proposals in the future inevitable?.
Ipswich sign midfielder Lukic from Fulham
Ipswich Town sign Serbia midfielder Sasa Lukic from Fulham for an undisclosed fee.
Wolves legend Parkes dies aged 79
Former Wolverhampton Wanderers goalkeeper Phil Parkes dies at the age of 79.
Middlesbrough sign Man Utd keeper Vitek
Middlesbrough sign Manchester United goalkeeper Radek Vitek for an undisclosed fee.
Scotland closing in on head coach to replace Clarke
The Scottish FA is closing in on the appointment of a new head coach to succeed Steve Clarke.
Data shows Bruno Guimarães deal could be another Arsenal set-piece masterstroke
Brazilian excels at winning free-kicks and conjuring results from them, hence why the champions were willing to spend £75m. Bruno Guimarães has broken a very niche record.
Bruno Guimarães completes £75m Arsenal move: ‘I needed a new challenge’
Bruno Guimarães says he “needed a new challenge in my life” after joining Arsenal from Newcastle for £75m and has targeted winning trophies.
Inside Bruno Guimaraes' £75m transfer: The move Newcastle didn't want but Arsenal couldn't ignore
Arsenal once decided Bruno Guimaraes was not the answer. But now they have made him of the biggest investments of the Mikel Arteta era.
Arsenal sign Guimaraes from Newcastle in £75m deal
Premier League champions Arsenal sign Brazil midfielder Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United for £75m.
Liverpool agree to sign Barcelona’s Ronald Araújo on loan as Jacquet cover
Liverpool have agreed to sign Ronald Araújo on a season-long loan from Barcelona after Andoni Iraola was faced with lack of defensive options for the start of the new season.
Aberdeen buy versatile Belgian forward Ntelo
Aberdeen sign Mitchy Ntelo from Swiss side Yverdon-Sport for an undisclosed fee, with manager Stephen Robinson saying the Belgian forward's "versatility was one of the biggest attractions".
