All Sport articles
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Opinion
Gary Lineker isn’t an antisemite but his carelessness has consequences
Gary Lineker’s repost of an antisemitic image may have been unintentional, but it reflects a deeper issue, writes Michael Coren. In the rush to criticise Israel, too many voices stumble into tropes with dangerous, centuries-old roots — it’s something Christians in particular should be mindful of
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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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Opinion
Cody 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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Opinion
Gareth Southgate’s lecture had echoes of a sermon. Here’s what Christians can learn from it
Sir Gareth Southgate’s lecture on identity, redemption and the state of the youth had all the makings of a sermon – a sermon that Christians should be paying attention to, says Tim Bechervaise
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Interviews
Superbowl champion BJ Daniels: 'I haven't always walked with God. But he has never left me'
The NFL star speaks to AJ Gomez about defying the odds, trials and triumphs and God’s radical way of changing our plans
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Opinion
Does God care who wins and loses?
Does God care who wins in sports? Jonny Reid believes the answer is yes, though maybe not for the reasons you’d expect
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Opinion
Marc 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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Opinion
The Paralympics celebrates our God-given equality. But there’s still a long way to go
The treatment of Tanni Grey-Thompson, who was forced to crawl off a train when assistance failed to arrive, is a stark contrast to the spirit of the Paralympics, observes Tim Farron MP. Attitudes must change if disabled people are to experience their God-given right to full equality in our society, he says
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The Big Picture
The photo of the Olympics: Brazillian surfer points to God
The image of Brazilian surfer Gabriel Medina pointing to the sky as he celebrated a 9.9 score – the best in Olympic history – has been praised as iconic.
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Opinion
Dealing with disappointment: 3 lessons for Christians from the Olympics
With top athletes such as Simone Biles and Adam Peaty speaking about joy even when the medal is not gold, Jonny Reid reflects on what Christians can learn even when things don’t go to plan
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Opinion
6 athletes (and 1 nation) giving God the glory at the Olympics
An increasing number of athletes at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games are speaking openly about their Christian faith. Emma Fowle takes a look at the sports stars giving all the glory to God
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Opinion
Tate and Musk were outraged by the Olympics. But Christians must show a better way
Anger, outrage and the insistence that Christians show “strength” and defend themselves is the way of the world. It’s not the way of Jesus, argues Professor Nick Megoran
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Opinion
Why the Catholic response to the Olympic controversy was so intense
Christians of various denominations have said they were offended by the Olympic opening ceremony. But Catholics experience a heightened degree of offence, explains Gavin Ashenden
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Opinion
Christians shouldn’t be offended by the Olympics opening ceremony
Many Christians have complained about the Last Supper being recreated by drag artists during the Olympics Opening Ceremony. But is there actually anything to be offended by?
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Opinion
The Olympic outrage is justified. It hurts to see our faith mocked
The opening ceremony has been derided for being “hyper-sexualised” and “blasphemous” by many Christians around the world
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Magazine Features
Can you love your neighbour while beating them to the finish line?
Joe Warton considers the place of ambition in the life of a Christian
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Magazine Features
Is sport a religion?
Sport unites like little else, says Dr Dan Strange. Our readiness to compare stadiums to cathedrals and pitches to altars offers Christians a unique opportunity to share their faith
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Magazine Features
Sport vs Sabbath: What should you do when football clashes with church?
With most youth sport now taking place on a Sunday, Christian parents must grapple with whether to prioritise their children’s sports clubs, or church attendance. Jonny Reid gives his pointers on how to think through the issues biblically
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Interviews
Christian Paralympian Karé Adenegan: ‘Everything I do revolves around my faith’
The wheelchair racer on her need for speed and what sport has taught her about identity in Christ