football

The Keeper: A love story that shines a light on post-war tensions and forgiveness

Die-hard football fans will no doubt know the story of Bert Trautmann, the German prisoner-of-war during World War II who ended up playing for Manchester City in the FA Cup.

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Justice for Hillsborough 96

Inquests into the death of 96 fans who died as a result of a crush in the 1989 Hillsborough disaster has […]

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Buddy Franklin’s message to Jesinta: Brave or Dangerous?

On the eve of R U OK day, Sydney Swans player’s woes show the struggle is real for men and mental health

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Could breathalysers be used in sport?

Experts are calling for breathalysers to be on the sidelines at all sporting events, but not for the reasons you may think.

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Brazilian fans mourn World Cup nightmare against Germany

Brazil is in a state of mourning after last night’s 7-1 walloping against Germany in the World Cup semi final.

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Kids go mad for football in Rio

In and around the Brazilian capital – on beaches, in slums and in alleys – kids are kicking footballs in the hopes of one day playing for their country.

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Socceroos knocked out of Rio World Cup after Cahill’s wonder goal

The Socceroos have lost 3-2 to the Netherlands in a world class World Cup Group B clash in Porto Alegre.

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Berlin’s giant World Cup living room

While others cram into crowded bars, Berliners can follow the World Cup from the comfort of their own sofas in a stadium-sized living room on a 700-inch screen.

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Paraplegic teen kicks off World Cup

Using a mind-controlled robotic exoskeleton, a paraplegic makes the first kick off at Rio’s World Cup.

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Astronauts at International Space Station share in World Cup fever

The International Space Station shares in the world’s excitment for the World Cup with a light scrimmage in near zero gravity.

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A whole new ball game

A game changer for women in Northern Uganda, a new initiative is uniting female communities through the game of football.

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10 things you didn’t know about Rio’s 2014 World Cup

With the 2014 World Cup just around the corner, we take a look at some interesting facts that you may not now about this year’s event in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

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Girls Kick It: Sarah’s Story

Uganda’s Girls Kick It is a charity uniting women through football. Sarah Angwech is one of its greatest successes.

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Shakira hosts online baby shower with UNICEF

While most expectant mothers celebrate their impending arrivals with close family and friends, one international celebrity has chosen to open up her celebration to the world for a good cause.

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