James Roberts

Freelance writer

James Roberts is a freelance sports journalist working across several of Future’s brands, most notably FourFourTwo. He started his career at the Oxford Mail, where he covered Oxford United home and away, before becoming a sports sub-editor for various national newspapers.

Articles by: James Roberts

Isaiah Dudley of the Dockers celebrates a goal during the 2026 AFL First Semi Final between the Fremantle Dockers and the Geelong Cats at Optus Stadium on September 11, 2026 in Perth, Australia
How to watch Sydney vs Fremantle for FREE: Live streams & TV channels for AFL 2026 Preliminary Final

By James Roberts Published

News All the ways to watch Sydney vs Fremantle for free from anywhere, as the Swans and the Dockers fight for a place in the AFL 2026 Grand Final.

Joao Pedro of Chelsea gestures the scoreline towards the Brighton fans in response to them shouting abuse during the Premier League 2026/27 match between Chelsea FC and Brighton & Hove Albion at Stamford Bridge on August 30, 2026 in London, United Kingdom.
How to watch Premier League 2026/27: Free Streams, TV Channels & Fixtures — Matchday 5

By James Roberts Last updated

News Here's our full guide for how to watch Premier League 2026/27 including live streams, broadcasters and TV channels around the world.

Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Oracle Red Bull Racing looks on in the Pitlane during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Spain at Madring on September 10, 2026 in Madrid, Spain
How to watch Max vs 100 for FREE: Live streams, TV channels, start time and drivers for four-time F1 champion's go-kart challenge

By James Roberts Published

News All the ways to watch Max vs 100 live streams online from anywhere as the four-time F1 world champion attempts a unique go-kart challenge at Silverstone.

Harry Brook of England hits out during the 5th Vitality IT20 match between England and India at the Utilita Bowl on July 11, 2026 in Southampton, England
How to watch England vs Sri Lanka 2026 T20 series: cricket live streams, schedule, tickets and preview

By James Roberts Published

News All the ways to watch the England vs Sri Lanka 2026 T20 series from anywhere, as Harry Brook's side take on the tourists.

James Trafford of Leeds United celebrates after Jayden Bogle scores Leeds' first goal of the Premier League 2026/27 game against Brighton & Hove Albion at American Express Stadium on September 5, 2026
How to watch Leeds vs Newcastle: FREE live streams, TV channels and kick-off time for Premier League 2026/27

By James Roberts Published

News All the ways to watch Leeds vs Newcastle live streams in the Premier League 2026/27, including for free, as two unbeaten teams meet on Monday night.

New Zealand's number eight Ardie Savea scores a try in the third Rugby's Greatest Rivalry international rugby union match against South Africa at the FNB Stadium in Johannesburg, on September 5, 2026
How to watch South Africa vs New Zealand 4th Test for FREE: Live streams & TV channels for Rugby's Greatest Rivalry decider

By James Roberts Published

News All the ways to watch South Africa vs New Zealand 4th Test for FREE from anywhere in the world as the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series concludes in Baltimore.

Bruno Fernandes of Manchester United celebrates after scoring a penalty to make it 3-1 in the Premier League match against Ipswich Town at Old Trafford on August 30, 2026 in Manchester, United Kingdom
How to watch Everton vs Man Utd: FREE live streams, TV channels for the Premier League 2026/27 game

By James Roberts Published

News We'll show you how to watch Everton vs Man Utd live streams from anywhere in the world, including for free, in the Premier League 2026/27 season.

Siya Kolisi of South Africa scores a try during the Castle Double Malt Rugby's Greatest Rivalry, 2nd Test match against New Zealand at DHL Stadium on August 29, 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa
How to watch South Africa vs New Zealand 3rd Test for FREE: Live streams & TV channels for Rugby's Greatest Rivalry

By James Roberts Published

News All the ways to watch South Africa vs New Zealand 3rd Test for free from anywhere in the world ahead of a crucial match in the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series.

Josh Daicos of the Magpies tackles Cam Rayner of the Lions in the AFL match between Collingwood Magpies and Brisbane Lions at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on August 21, 2026, in Melbourne, Australia
How to watch Sydney vs Brisbane for FREE: Live streams & TV channels for AFL 2026 Qualifying Final

By James Roberts Published

News All the ways to watch Sydney vs Brisbane for free from anywhere, as the Swans host the Lions at the SCG in the AFL 2026 Qualifying Final.

Manchester City celebrate lifting the trophy after the Barclays Women's Super League match against West Ham United at Chigwell Construction Stadium on May 16, 2026 in Dagenham, England
How to watch Women's Super League 2026/27: Free Streams, TV Channels & Fixtures

By James Roberts Published

News Here's our full guide for how to watch Women's Super League 2026/27 including live streams, broadcasters and TV channels around the world.

Wyndham Clark of the United States celebrates after winning the BMW Championship 2026 at Bellerive Country Club on August 23, 2026 in St Louis, Missouri
How to watch Tour Championship 2026 for FREE: TV Channels & Preview

By James Roberts Published

All the ways to watch Tour Championship 2026 live streams for free from anywhere, as the FedExCup Champion is crowned at East Lake.

Joao Pedro of Chelsea FC reacts during the preseason friendly between Chelsea and Juventus at the Kai Tak Stadium on August 5, 2026 in Hong Kong, China.
How to watch Fulham vs Chelsea: Free streams and TV channels for Premier League 2026/27

By James Roberts Published

News All the ways to watch Fulham vs Chelsea live streams, as the opening weekend of the Premier League 2026/27 season concludes with a West London derby.

Erling Haaland of Manchester City applauds the fans after the 2026 FA Community Shield match between Arsenal and Manchester City at Principality Stadium on August 16, 2026 in Cardiff, Wales
Man City vs Bournemouth FREE Streams: How to watch Premier League 2026/27 from anywhere in the world

By James Roberts Published

News We'll show you how to watch Man City vs Bournemouth live streams from anywhere in the world, on the opening weekend of the Premier League 2026/27 season.

Head coach Crystal Palace Pierre Sage looks on during Crystal Palace v AlUla FC - Pre-Season Friendly at Giuseppe Sinigaglia Stadium on July 31, 2026 in Como, Italy
Everton vs Crystal Palace Live Streams: How to watch Premier League 2026/27 from anywhere in the world

By James Roberts Published

News We'll show you how to watch Everton vs Crystal Palace live streams from anywhere in the world on the opening weekend of the Premier League season.

Bukayo Saka and Mikel Arteta of Arsenal lift the Premier League Trophy after the Premier League match between Crystal Palace FC and Arsenal at Selhurst Park on May 24, 2026 in London, England
How to listen to Premier League 2026/27 from anywhere in the world

By James Roberts Published

News Here's how to listen to the Premier League 2026/27 live online via BBC Radio 5 Live and TalkSport from anywhere in the world.

Scottie Scheffler of the United States hits a tee shot on the 16th hole during the second round of the FedEx St. Jude Championship at TPC Southwind on August 14, 2026 in Memphis, Tennessee
How to watch BMW Championship 2026: Free Live Streams, TV Channels & Preview

By James Roberts Published

All the ways to watch BMW Championship 2026 live streams for free from anywhere, as the planet's best golfers head to St Louis in the FedExCup Playoffs.

Britain's Keely Hodgkinson competes in the women's 800 metres heat 1 during the World Athletics Indoor Championships Kujawy Pomorze 2026 in Torun, Poland on March 20, 2026
How to watch European Athletics Championships 2026 for FREE: Live Streams, TV Channels, Schedule & Medal Table

By James Roberts Last updated

News All the ways to watch the European Athletics Championships 2026 for free from anywhere in the world with TV channels, broadcast details and schedule included.

Sky Bet Championship EFL logo during the Sky Bet Championship match between Wrexham AFC and Birmingham City at Racecourse Ground on October 3, 2025 in Wrexham, Wales.
How to watch EFL Championship 2026/27: Free Streams & TV Channels

By James Roberts Published

News Here's how to watch EFL Championship 2026/27 live streams from anywhere, plus broadcasters, TV channels and key dates.

Marquinhos of Paris Saint-Germain during the during the pre-season friendly match between Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester United at Ullevi on August 8, 2026 in Gothenburg, Sweden.
How to watch UEFA Super Cup 2026: Free streams & TV channels for PSG vs Aston Villa, team news

By James Roberts Last updated

News Marquinhos captains a strong PSG XI against Aston Villa in Salzburg. Here are all the ways to watch UEFA Super Cup 2026 live streams online, including for FREE.

Joshua Zirkzee of Manchester United during the during the pre-season friendly match between Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester United at Ullevi on August 8, 2026 in Gothenburg, Sweden
How to watch Man Utd vs Leeds for FREE: live stream the 2026/27 pre-season friendly from anywhere

By James Roberts Published

News Here's how to watch Man Utd vs Leeds live streams for free from anywhere in the world, as the Premier League rivals contest a historic friendly in Dublin.

Aprilia Racing rider Jorge Martin in MotoGP 2026 action
How to watch British Grand Prix 2026 MotoGP for FREE: Live streams and TV channels for big weekend at Silverstone

By James Roberts Published

News All the ways to watch British Grand Prix 2026 MotoGP live streams – including for FREE – as Marc Marquez looks to close the gap to Jorge Martin at Silverstone.

Mykhailo Mudryk of Chelsea runs with the ball during the Pre-Season Friendly match between Chelsea and Juventus at Kai Tak Sports Park on August 05, 2026 in Hong Kong, China
How to watch Chelsea vs AC Milan for FREE: pre-season friendly live streams from anywhere

By James Roberts Published

News Here's how to watch Chelsea vs AC Milan live streams for free from anywhere in the world, as the Blues face Ruben Amorim's Italian giants in Indonesia.

Ben Donaldson of the Wallabies scores a try during the Nations Championship match between Australia Wallabies and Italy at HBF Park on July 18, 2026 in Perth, Australia
How to watch Japan vs Australia: Live streams and TV channels as Brave Blossoms host Wallabies

By James Roberts Published

News All the ways to watch Japan vs Australia live streams from anywhere in the world as new Wallabies coach Les Kiss faces Eddie Jones in his first game.

Will Jordan celebrates scoring New Zealand's fifth try with Damian McKenzie and Jordie Barrett in the Nations Championship match with Italy at Hnry Stadium on July 11, 2026 in Wellington, New Zealand
How to watch DHL Stormers vs New Zealand for FREE: Live streams and TV channels for Rugby's Greatest Rivalry tour opener

By James Roberts Published

News All the ways to watch DHL Stormers vs New Zealand live streams for free from anywhere in the world as Rugby's Greatest Rivalry begins.

Rio Ngumoha #73 of Liverpool FC scores the team's first goal during the second half of the pre-season friendly against Wrexham AFC at Yankee Stadium on July 29, 2026 in New York City.
How to watch Leeds vs Liverpool for FREE: pre-season friendly live streams from anywhere

By James Roberts Published

News Here's how to watch Leeds vs Liverpool live streams for free from anywhere in the world, as Andoni Iraola eyes three wins out of three on the Reds' US tour.

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