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Magazine FeaturesThe Premier League revival: Why footballers can't stop talking about Jesus
Jesus is being openly talked about in the heart of the world’s biggest football league. For Christians looking to share their faith, this cultural moment could be an open goal, says Martin Saunders
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OpinionThe UK’s Christian heritage is rapidly deteriorating. Pausing football games for Ramadan is just another example
From Ramadan breaks in football to halal food in workplaces, Islamic practices are becoming more visible in Britain today. Tim Dieppe says the real issue is not Muslim assertiveness but Christian retreat – and argues the Church must regain its boldness and courage to stand up for the truth of the Gospel
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OpinionWhat does Man City FC have to do with Christians and the war in Sudan?
A Christian charity has staged protests outside the Etihad Stadium over owner Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s involvement in the conflict in Sudan. The Premier League has the power and the responsibility to intervene - and Christians have the power to get their attention, says CSW’s Ellis Heasley
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OpinionHigh profile footballers are raving about Jesus. We must seize this opportunity to do the same
From Arsenal’s ‘Bible Brothers’ to Lioness striker Michelle Agyeman, some of the nation’s favourite footballers are becoming increasingly outspoken about their Christian faith. Kemi Bamgbose says their witness is creating fresh opportunities for all of us to share the gospel
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OpinionDid God really answer Eberechi Eze’s hat-trick prayer?
Arsenal’s Eberechi Eze claimed God answered his prayer for a hat-trick against Tottenham. Spurs fan Tim Bechervaise feels conflicted - but he’s praying the footballer’s outspoken Christian faith points many to Jesus
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OpinionHere’s a lesson Christians can take from the Alexander Isak transfer saga
When footballer Alexander Isak forced through his transfer from Newcastle to Liverpool, he destroyed his legacy overnight, says Max Avard. Whether leaving a job or a church, Christians should remember that how we leave matters to God. And it should matter to us
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Opinion4 powerful lessons from the NFL’s viral prayer moment
After Morice Norris was injured on the field, both teams ended the game and prayed together. Billy Hallowell shares the lessons Christians can learn from this unexpected turn of events
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OpinionAs a Christian, I am inspired by the Lionesses' faith, hope and determination
From Chloe Kelly’s second attempts to Michelle Agyemang’s on pitch prayers, the women’s Euro 2025 championships has been full of great sporting moments, metaphors and lessons in life and faith
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OpinionYou’ll never walk alone: a player’s tribute to Diogo Jota and André Silva
Professional footballer and founder of Ballers in God, John Bostock, pays tribute to Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva, who tragically died in a motorcar accident in Spain
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Opinion‘The one solid rock is Christ’: The Christian faith of the Crystal Palace football team
Crystal Palace secured a David and Goliath-esque victory over Manchester City in the FA Cup final at the weekend. The Premier League team is full of footballers who are open about their Christian faith, and meet regularly to pray together. Did faith play a part in the Eagles’ first ever major trophy win?
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OpinionCody Gakpo told the world "I belong to Jesus". His unashamed faith is an example to us all
On the day his club lifted the Premier League trophy, Cody Gakpo revealed a shirt reading “I belong to Jesus.” For professional footballer John Bostock, it was a powerful reminder: your faith is to be shared — whatever your platform, whatever the cost
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OpinionMarc Guéhi’s armband controversy shows equality in football is not there yet
By adding ‘Jesus ❤️ U’ to his rainbow armband, Crystal Palace captain, Marc Guéhi, has sparked a vital conversation about football’s commitment to equality and diversity - whether that’s religious beliefs or sexuality and gender. Christians in Sport’s Graham Daniels says he deserves our respect
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Opinion‘My faith is massive to me’: The Christian faith of Raheem Sterling
Video footage has emerged of footballer Raheem Stirling getting baptised. Tim Bechervaise takes a look at the faith of the new Arsenal winger, the latest Premiership star to go public about following Jesus
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OpinionThe Christian faith of the England football team
Miracles do happen! Despite a slow start to their campaign, the men’s England team are in the Euro 2024 final. Ahead of Sunday’s game against Spain we take a look at the players who have professed faith in Jesus
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Opinion'I hold onto God's promises' - the Christian faith of Bukayo Saka
As England's Euro 2024 campaign continues, we take a look at the Christian faith of Bukayo Saka, one of the new breed of England players better known for their hard work and decency than off-the-pitch antics
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Testimonies‘Football was my god – until I found Jesus’
When Wycombe Wanderers’ Jason McCarthy became a Christian, his family, fiancée and teammates thought he’d lost the plot. But thanks to a miraculous goal and a crazy dream, things soon changed
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OpinionI am a football journalist, but I won’t watch my team on Good Friday
Despite it being a crucial fixture in Portsmouth FC’s quest for promotion, Benjamin McFadyean explains why he won’t watch their match this Easter
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OpinionRacist remarks aren’t confined to football stadiums. The Christian response shouldn’t be either
In recent weeks, Milan’s Mike Maignan and Coventry’s Kasey Palmer have both been subject to racist abuse during football matches. The cost can be high, but wherever it occurs, fighting racism is kingdom work, says Sam Brown
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Opinion7 things to put in the sin bin
Football is following in Rugby’s footsteps and introducing sin bins in an attempt to deal with bad behaviour on the pitch. It got Tim Bechervaise thinking: what else in society could do with a time out?
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OpinionDon’t worry about being labelled a ‘failure’. Jesus was rejected too
The remarkably open way footballer Andros Townsend has spoken about failure is brave, says Joe Warton. It’s got him thinking about Jesus, who was himself labelled a loser, reject and failure
