The secrets of a Wembley groundsman: A robot shooting UV light and an on-call weather forecaster
The pitch at the national stadium was once the source of regular player complaints – but not now. This is how it is kept in prime condition.
Premier League
29th April 2025
Predicting next season's Premier League title winners - far too early
Who is in the frame to win the 2025-26 title? With some heavy caveats, here are our predictions...
Yamal, Saka, Kvaratskhelia: How I would take on the Champions League's elite wingers
The World Cup and Champions League winning full-back assesses the best wingers from this year's competition, and how he would stop them.
Inside Liverpool's Premier League title party: A 3am finish, cigars and a bike ride
Arne Slot and his players celebrated long into the night after clinching their historic 20th league title.
Champions League semi-finals: Our writers pick their combined XIs
Our writers pore over the Arsenal, Barcelona, Inter and PSG squads and have the tough task of picking the best line-up for a fantasy team.
Arsenal and PSG are different beasts from their October match. What's changed?
Before tonight's semi-final first leg, we look back at Arsenal 2-0 win in the league phase to see how both sides have evolved.
74 passes and one shot: Breaking down Inter's 2010 Mourinho masterclass vs Barcelona
As the two clubs prepare to meet at the semi-final stage again, we travel back 15 years to revisit a unique performance at the Camp Nou.
‘Crazy to be humble like that’: Slot’s low-key celebration comes after title prediction revelation
Liverpool centre-half Ibrahima Konate revealed manager Arne Slot told the team last summer they could win the Premier League title this season.
'We don't referee differently with VAR'
Match officials do not referee matches any differently despite the "safety net" of video assistant referees, says retired Premier League official Darren Cann.
'I have to think of something special' - the story of Salah's selfie
Mohamed Salah's selfie celebration during Liverpool's Premier League title-clinching win over Tottenham has already become an iconic moment.
D.C. United owns Paul Pogba's discovery rights
Pogba, 32, has been eligible to return to competitive soccer since March after serving an 18-month ban for an anti-doping violation.
Are hamstring injuries getting worse in the Premier League?
BBC Sport investigates whether there is a hamstring crisis in the Premier League.
28th April 2025
Rashford likely to miss rest of season
On-loan Aston Villa forward Marcus Rashford is hoping to recover from a hamstring injury in time for England's matches in June.
Liverpool Premier League title parade set for 26 May
Premier League champions Liverpool will parade through the city on an open-top bus on Monday, 26 May.
Marcus Rashford expected to miss remainder of season with hamstring injury
Further tests will be done to establish the severity of Rashford’s injury but it is not anticipated that he will need surgery.
Liverpool squad ratings: Who shone and struggled in Slot's triumphant season?
Which players have floruished and which underperformed in Liverpool's historic title-winning campaign?.
How it felt watching Liverpool equal Man United's 20 titles... as a Man United fan
Liverpool secured the Premier League title on Sunday. Manchester United are currently 14th.
Masterplan behind Liverpool title win, Copa del Rey chaos, Wrexham rise again
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'It feels real now!' The moment Liverpool won their 20th league title
BBC 5Live's Ian Dennis describes the moment Liverpool seal their 20th league title amid jubilant scenes at Anfield.
Aston Villa objecting to Premier League over potential Tottenham game rescheduling
The fixture is currently due to be played on Sunday, May 18, three days before the Europa League final.
Title won & relegation done... this is what else to look out for
With the title wrapped up and three relegations confirmed, BBC Sport pinpoints what to look forward to between now and the end of the season.
'Liverpool still need new blood' - where will Slot strengthen?
Liverpool must still rebuild with major signings despite winning the Premier League, says BBC Sport chief football writer Phil McNulty.
Are Liverpool now England's most successful club? - The Briefing
After the Premier League's champions and relegated sides were confirmed, along with the FA Cup finalists, here's what you need to know.
Ranking all 33 Premier League champions – from least best to very best
Liverpool are the latest team to win the Premier League title - but where do they rank in the all-time list? And who's top?.
Champions League semi-finals: Breaking down the strengths and weaknesses of all four contenders
The race for European glory has reached its final four contenders, so how do Arsenal, PSG, Barcelona and Inter stack up?.
Welcome to Roberto De Zerbi’s Marseille: Goals, moles and mutiny claims
Marseille are on track for the Champions League but they are never far from a crisis and life under their Italian head coach is rarely dull.
Quantifying 'on the beach' football - and why Fulham are not playing it
A competitive Premier League mid-table means there is still plenty to play for in the final few weeks of the 2024-25 season.
'Ironically the ref gets this right' - pundits on Evanilson red card
Match of the Day 2 pundits Danny Murphy and Shay Given debate Bournemouth striker Evanilson's controversial "slip", originally given as a yellow card then upgraded to a straight red following a video assistant referee review during their 1-1 draw against Manchester United.
Gravenberch best midfielder in Premier League this season - Murphy
Ex-Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy analyses how "brilliant" Ryan Gravenberch has evolved into the "best" midfielder in the Premier League this season, playing a huge role in the Reds' 20th league title.
‘There will be pain’: How Reds delivered PL miracle that wasn’t supposed to happen
Not even the most ardent Liverpool fan could truly say they believed they would win their 20th league crown back in August.
Villa object to Spurs request for fixture change
Tottenham want to move their 18 May Premier League tie at Aston Villa in case they reach the Europa League final three days later - but Villa object to the change.
'A moment 35 years in the making, this was Anfield's day of destiny'
Liverpool's outpouring of emotion after clinching the Premier League title was a day of celebration 35 years in the making, writes Phil McNulty.
Ange annihilation seals Liverpool’s dominant PL title win as romping Reds equal bitter rival
Liverpool demolished Tottenham 5-1 to clinch the Premier League title at an impassioned Anfield on Sunday, sealing a record-equalling 20th English top-flight crown.
This Premier League win feels 'more special' - Salah
Top scorer Mohamed Salah says Liverpool winning this season's Premier League title feels "more special" than their 2020 win.
Slot thanks Klopp after title win
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot thanks his predecessor Jurgen Klopp for his support after the Reds seal the Premier League title with a 5-1 win over Tottenham at Anfield.
Spurs struggled after 'decent start' - Postecoglou
Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou says his team "started decently" but struggled once they went behind as they were well beaten by newly crowned Premier League champions Liverpool at Anfield.
Slot thanks Klopp moments after Liverpool win title
Liverpool manager Arne Slot pays tribute to his predecessor Jurgen Klopp moments after the club clinched the Premier League title.
So much to admire about title winner Slot - Murphy
Ex-Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy talks to Alex Howell about a "phenomenal" first season for Arne Slot at Anfield.
How Liverpool won the Premier League - featuring Dire Straits, coffee club and one big outburst
How Dire Straits, coffee club and one volcanic outburst from Arne Slot helped secure an historic triumph.
Liverpool win Premier League title in Arne Slot's debut season
The triumph for Liverpool secures the club's 20th English league title, bringing them level with Manchester United.
Man Utd deserved late draw at Bournemouth - Amorim
Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim says his side deserved their point against 10-man Bournemouth with Rasmus Hojlund grabbing a stoppage-time equaliser.
Red card decision 'frustrating' - Iraola
Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola says Evanilson's red card was "frustrating" after they concededed a late equaliser to draw 1-1 with Manchester United in the Premier League.
27th April 2025
How 48 hours of rage and recrimination overshadowed the Copa del Rey final
From accusations about referees to multiple red cards, Real Madrid's season is coming to a very noisy end.
West Ham's obligation to buy Todibo activated
West Ham's obligation to buy Jean-Clair Todibo from Nice is activated after the Hammers secure their Premier League status.
A night at the Baller League, where former England pros and YouTube stars collide
Stuart James accompanied his 13-year-old son to experience the glitzy six-a-side tournament tailor-made for the YouTube generation.
Premier League meets NBA awards: What if football had Rookie of the Year and more?
What if the Premier League's end-of-season awards were the same as the NBA's? Chris Wood, Liam Delap and Jhon Duran would be in the mix.
Liverpool's Premier League title: When can it be won, and what happens next?
A draw against Tottenham on Sunday will secure the club's 20th league title, though they will have to wait to get their hands on the trophy.
How Potter's West Ham lacked mentality - Houghton
Ex-England captain Steph Houghton analyses how manager Graham Potter's West Ham side lacked mentality, resulting in two late goals from Brighton to beat them 3-2.
Super Sanchez's match-winning athleticism
Ex-England goalkeeper Joe hart analyses how Chelsea keeper Robert Sanchez's match-winning performance showcased brilliant athleticism to keep Everton at bay.
'No-one expected this' - how Slot guided Liverpool to the title
As Liverpool are crowned Premier League champions, BBC Sport explores the impact made by Arne Slot this season.
Not signing players in January will pay off for Man Utd - Amorim
Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim says the club's current "suffering" will benefit them in the future.
Third and final relegated side confirmed as ‘nasty’ Blues heat up top-five race - PL Wrap
Ipswich were relegated from the Premier League after slumping to a 3-0 defeat against Newcastle, while Chelsea kept alive their hopes of a top five finish with a 1-0 win over Everton on Saturday.
'The dream is over' - what went wrong & what next for Ipswich?
Successive promotions ended Ipswich's exile from the top flight - but the Tractor Boys have been relegated after just one Premier League season.
Marcus Rashford out for 'some weeks' with hamstring injury - Aston Villa's Unai Emery
Rashford was not in Villa's matchday squad for their 3-0 defeat to Crystal Palace in the FA Cup semi-final on Saturday.
Wrexham are heading to the Championship: This is the story of their third straight promotion season
The Welsh club have themselves another Hollywood ending. Richard Sutcliffe recaps the ups and downs of 2024-25.
Not acceptable, attitude doesn't require talent - Nistelrooy
Leicester City manager Ruud van Nistelrooy is not happy with his players' intensity stating it "does not require talent" following their loss to Wolves at the Molineux stadium.
We always had the belief - Hurzeler reacts to comeback win over West Ham
Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler says his side "suffered" in the last period of the game but he "always had the belief" after they scored two late goals to secure a comeback victory over West Ham United.
The ability to sustain a game has been a challenge for us - Potter
West Ham United manager Graham Potter says his side's ability to sustain a game has been a "challenge" after the Hammers conceded more late goals in their 3-2 defeat at Brighton.
Fulham's European 'flame' still alive - Silva
Fulham manager Marco Silva says his side clearly deserved to win the game against Southampton despite the deciding goal only coming in stoppage time from Ryan Sessegnon.
'It's a cruel game' - Southampton's Rusk on late defeat
Southampton's interim head coach Simon Rusk says the late defeat by Fulham at home "is a difficult one to take" as the players are still "giving anything".
Ipswich already looking to the future after relegation
Ipswich head coach Kieran McKenna says the club are already looking to the future after the 3-0 defeat by Newcastle confirms their relegation from the Premier League.
Ipswich relegated from the Premier League after Newcastle loss
Ipswich's Championship return was confirmed with four games remaining.
Everton 'unlucky' not to get equaliser against Chelsea - Moyes
Everton manager David Moyes says his side were "unlucky" not to get an equaliser at Stamford Bridge after Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sanchez produced a man-of-the-match performance to keep the Toffees out.
Chelsea must score more to kill off games - Maresca
Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca is happy, but frustrated, with his side not being able to score more goals and kill off the game as Chelsea beat Everton 1-0 at Stamford Bridge.
26th April 2025
Points then pints for Wolves boss Pereira
Wolves manager Vitor Pereira speaks to BBC Sport's Kelly Somers about life in England, forward Matheus Cunha and enjoying a drink with fans after a game.
Pedri's passing playbook: Why he is Barcelona's 'pillar' and the man who makes them tick
From line-breakers to tempo-setters, Pedri's passing is key to Hansi Flick's side as he dictates the play and allows team-mates to breathe.
Pep Guardiola and Wembley Stadium: A lifelong romance
The Manchester City boss has a long and storied relationship with England's national stadium - as a fan, a player and a manager.
The remarkable season when Serie A title was decided by a play-off (which could happen again)
In the league's entire history, Serie A has only been decided by a play-off once. This is the story of how it played out…
Visiting the football stadium left in ruins after the Chernobyl disaster
On the 39th anniversary of the nuclear accident in Ukraine, an Athletic writer recalls a visit to the nearby home of FC Stroitel Pripyat.
Why a Spanish referee breaking down in tears caused a furious reaction from Real Madrid
Real Madrid have decried statement's made by Saturday's Copa del Rey final referee Ricardo de Burgos Bengoetxea.
Palace, Man City, Villa or Forest: Who does winning the FA Cup matter most to?
Aside from Pep Guardiola's City, this season's last four has an unfamiliar feel but all involved have their own motivation to lift the cup.
‘Just madness’: Ange reveals truth behind cheeky dig... and 100-year ‘creed’ that could save Spurs
Ange Postecoglou is hoping the ‘Stonecutter’s Credo’ can help Tottenham salvage a season that has gone “disastrously wrong” by winning the Europa League.
Palmer's goalless run a mental thing - Maresca
Chelsea forward Cole Palmer's recent struggles on the pitch are "a mental thing", says boss Enzo Maresca.
Bournemouth agree deal to buy back stadium
Bournemouth agree a deal to buy back their Vitality Stadium and plan to expand it, says owner Bill Foley.
Why a Spanish referee breaking down in tears caused a furious reaction from Real Madrid
Real Madrid have decried statement's made by Saturday's Copa del Rey final referee Ricardo de Burgos Bengoetxea.
How Mourinho kept players 'injured' to give others minutes
Former Chelsea centre-back Robert Huth reveals the unique way that manager Jose Mourinho used to manage his squad's minutes on their way to winning back-to-back Premier League titles.
Is being boring the best way to survive in the Premier League?
The three teams promoted last season will almost certainly all be relegated, just like a year ago. So how can it be avoided again in 2026?.
Premier League predicted line-ups: Who do our writers think will start in Gameweek 34?
As we approach another weekend of action in the Premier League, our writers predict the line-ups for the upcoming games.
Tarkowski to undergo surgery on hamstring injury
David Moyes confirms James Tarkowski will miss Everton's remaining games with a hamstring injury that requires surgery.
25th April 2025
Everyone wants to play for Man Utd - Amorim
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim is adamant the club remain attractive to potential transfer targets despite sitting 14th in the table.
Barcelona-Real Madrid: Who will win Copa del Rey final, how should they line up, and what should you look out for?
Barca and Madrid face each other in a Copa del Rey final for the first time since 2014. Here's everything you need to know.
Brighton must avoid happy-clappy culture - Hurzeler
Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler says the club must avoid a 'happy-clappy' culture following Danny Welbeck's criticism of his team-mates.
Battle to stage league games in U.S., Ronaldo - from 'God' to 'devil', Vardy era over
Today in TAFC: The race between leagues to stage a game in the U.S., Vardy's Leicester party is over, team that Ronaldo owns is relegated.
Row Z: Potter cries conspiracy, farewell Riza, and the FIFA jamboree on Channel 5
Our weekly look at the absurd side of the game also takes in Chelsea's daily spend and how clubs react to Premier League relegation.
Arsenal urged to put Visit Rwanda 'financial gains' aside
A group of Arsenal fans believe the Premier League club should not renew its sponsorship deal with Visit Rwanda if it "values standards".
The Athletic’s Friday football quiz question #52
Can you answer the weekly poser plucked from deep inside The Athletic's trivia vaults?.
Howe thanks doctor for quick intervention over illness
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe thanks club doctor Paul Catterson for acting quickly when he was taken ill with pneumonia two weeks ago.
Liverpool have big responsibility to win title at Anfield - Slot
Liverpool manager Arne Slot says his team have a "big responsibility" to secure the club's 20th top-flight title against Tottenham at Anfield.
La Liga? Serie A? Liga MX? Inside the battle to play league games in USA
With courts green-lighting foreign league matches to be held on U.S. soil, the ball is at FIFA's feet – and plenty stakeholders are waiting.
Special report: Turki Al-Sheikh and the two sides of boxing’s new king
Turki Al-Sheikh has risen from obscurity to the heart of two historic institutions, but who is he really? We spent six months finding out.
Slot and Spurs: How close was Liverpool's manager to being in the away dugout on Sunday?
In 2023 it briefly appeared as though Arne Slot may become manager of Tottenham - now he could win the Premier League against them.
Inside the mind of Oliver Glasner: The philosophy, the tactics and how he made Crystal Palace his own
The Austrian has had a transformative effect over his short time at Selhurst Park having previously made waves with Eintracht Frankfurt.
Jamie Vardy: The non-League 'pest' who became a Premier League icon
Vardy may be saying goodbye to Leicester City after 13 years, but he won't be saying goodbye to football just yet.
Premier League merit payments explained: How much can each club earn?
Analysing how much every Premier League club stands to make depending on how they finish the season.
The Manchester United rebels of FC United, 20 years on: ‘We’re fighting for fan culture’
It is two decades since a group of fans turned their backs on the Glazer takeover to start again - despite mockery they are alive and well.
The BookKeeper – Exploring Aston Villa's finances and the owner-benefactor model
Aston Villa have made heavy losses over the past decade so increases in all three revenue streams and Champions League cash has been welcome.
Premier League top-five race: Man City on the rise, Newcastle nerves and a key weekend for Chelsea
Updates and analysis from the increasingly tight race to to qualify for next season's Champions League.
Daniel Farke's Leeds United future: What we're hearing
Manager Daniel Farke has overseen one of the most dominant campaigns any Leeds team has achieved in its history.
Kogan named preferred choice as chair for football regulator
Sports media rights executive David Kogan is named as the government's preferred choice as chair of the English football's new independent regulator.