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

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.

Adam Peaty of Repton competes in the men's 100m breaststroke heats during day one of Aquatics GB Swimming Championships at London Aquatics Centre on April 14, 2026 in London, England.
How to watch Commonwealth Games 2026: Free Streams & TV Channels

By James Roberts Last updated

News All the ways to watch Commonwealth Games 2026 for FREE from anywhere in the world as the event takes place in Glasgow.

Joao Pedro of Chelsea celebrates scoring his team's sixth goal and his hat-trick in the Sydney Super Cup against Western Sydney Wanderers FC at Accor Stadium on July 28, 2026 in Sydney, Australia
How to watch Chelsea vs Tottenham for FREE: pre-season friendly live streams from anywhere

By James Roberts Published

News Here's how to watch Chelsea vs Tottenham live streams for free from anywhere in the world, as the Premier League rivals meet in Sydney.

Britain's Josh Kerr celebrates after winning the men's one mile event during the IAAF Diamond League athletics competition at the London stadium in London on July 18, 2026
How to watch Athletics at the Commonwealth Games 2026: Free Streams & Schedule

By James Roberts Published

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

Tadej Pogacar of Slovenia and UAE Team Emirates - XRG - Yellow Leader Jersey celebrates at finish line as stage 19 winner during the 113th Tour de France 2026, at Alpe d'Huez 1835m on July 24, 2026
How to watch Stage 21 of Tour de France 2026: FREE live streams, TV channels & start time

By James Roberts Published

News All the ways to watch Tour de France 2026 Stage 21 live streams – including for FREE – as Tadej Pogacar closes in on history on the final day of the race.

Phil Parkinson, Wrexham A.F.C. manager, is seen during the friendly match between Wisla Krakow and Wrexham A.F.C. in Krakow, Poland, on July 11, 2026
Leeds vs Wrexham Live Streams: How to watch pre-season friendly from anywhere in the world

By James Roberts Published

News Here's how to watch Leeds vs Wrexham live streams from anywhere in the world, as Ryan Reynolds' Red Dragons face Premier League opponents.

Andoni Iraola, the new manager for English Premier League football side Liverpool, poses as he meets the media at the team's training ground in Kirkby, Liverpool, north-west England on July 13, 2026
How to watch Liverpool vs Sunderland for FREE: pre-season friendly live streams from anywhere

By James Roberts Published

News Here's how to watch Liverpool vs Sunderland live streams for free from anywhere in the world, as Andoni Iraola takes charge of his first game as Reds manager.

Promoter Eddie Hearn (C) stares as Albania's Kristian Prenga (R) and Britain's Anthony Joshua (L) pose at a press conference in London on June 1, 2026, ahead of their fight in Saudi Arabia in July
How to watch Anthony Joshua vs Kristian Prenga: live stream boxing online, start time, ringwalks, fight card, PPV cost

By James Roberts Published

News All the ways to watch Joshua vs Prenga live streams online, including PPV options as AJ warms up for his expected Battle of Britain fight with Tyson Fury

Britain's Tyson Fury (L) and Poland's Mariusz Wach (R) attend a press conference ahead of their charity boxing bout in Pattaya on July 22, 2026
How to watch Tyson Fury vs Mariusz Wach: TV channel, start time and full card

By James Roberts Published

News All the live stream info for Fury vs Wach, including start time as the Gypsy King tunes up for his expected Battle of Britain bout against Anthony Joshua

Richard Carapaz of Ecuador and Team EF Education - EasyPost celebrates at finish line as stage winner during the 113th Tour de France 2026, Stage 18, on July 23, 2026 in Orcieres, France
How to watch Stage 19 & 20 of Tour de France 2026: FREE live streams, TV channels & schedule

By James Roberts Published

News All the ways to watch Tour de France 2026 Stage 19 and 20 live streams – including for FREE – as Tadej Pogacar closes in on victory in the 113th edition of the race.

Luke Littler of England in action during his semi-final match at the 2026 BetMGM Premier League Darts Finals at The O2 Arena on May 28, 2026 in London, England
How to watch World Matchplay Darts 2026: Free Streams & Schedule

By James Roberts Published

News Here's how to watch World Matchplay Darts 2026 live streams online from anywhere in the world, as Luke Littler defends his title at Blackpool's Winter Gardens.

Jude Bellingham #10 of England looks on during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi Final match between England and Argentina at Atlanta Stadium on July 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia
How to watch France vs England: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time for FIFA World Cup 2026 third place play-off

By James Roberts Published

News Here's how to watch France vs England for free online and from anywhere at the FIFA World Cup 2026, with broadcast details, TV channels and kick-off time included.

Rodrigo De Paul and Lionel Messi of Argentina celebrate after the 3-1 win in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter Final against Switzerland at Kansas City Stadium on July 11, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri
How to watch England vs Argentina: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time as Lionel Messi meets Three Lions in FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final, team news

By James Roberts Last updated

News England make three changes for their FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final against Argentina. Here's how to watch the game for free online and from anywhere.

Lionel Messi celebrates scoring Argentina's second goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Argentina and Egypt at Atlanta Stadium on July 7, 2026 in Atlanta, United States
How to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off times

By James Roberts Last updated

News Here's how to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals online for free from anywhere as France take on Spain and England play Argentina.

Kylian Mbappe of France celebrates his goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter Final match between France and Morocco at Boston Stadium on July 9, 2026 in Foxborough, Massachusetts
How to watch France vs Spain REPLAY: Free Streams, TV Channels for FIFA World Cup semi-final 2026, spoiler-free

By James Roberts Last updated

News Here's how to watch France vs Spain for free online and from anywhere in a heavyweight semi-final at FIFA World Cup 2026.

A general view of the MLB 2026 All Star Game Logo during the game between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Athletics on May 5, 2026 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
How to watch MLB All-Star Game 2026 — watch baseball online from anywhere

By James Roberts Published

News All the ways to watch MLB All-Star Game 2026 live streams online and from anywhere as the National League eyes back-to-back wins against the American League.

Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina celebrates after scoring his team's second goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match between Argentina and Austria
How to watch Argentina vs Switzerland: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time for FIFA World Cup 2026 as Lionel Messi eyes quarter-final progress

By James Roberts Last updated

News Here's how to watch Argentina vs Switzerland for free online and from anywhere as Lionel Messi leads his side in this FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final.

Erling Haaland of Norway celebrates at the end of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round Of 16 match between Brazil and Norway at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 05, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey
How to watch Norway vs England REPLAY: Free Streams, TV Channels for a Haaland vs Kane FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final, spoiler-free

By James Roberts Last updated

News Here's how to watch Norway vs England replay for free online and from anywhere at the FIFA World Cup 2026, as two of the world's best strikers meet in the last eight.

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