Best Editorial Photos of July 2025: An IMAGO Selection by The Game Magazine

July 2025 in review: Our editors highlight the best editorial photos of the month, documenting major developments and cultural moments through the lens of professional photojournalists.

View the full collections of the best editorial photos of the month, selected by the IMAGO Picture Desk.

Best Editorial Sports Photo of July

July brought standout moments in sports with many events around the world. The best editorial sports photo of the month, captured by Jose Breton for IMAGO, shows Chloe Kelly of England and Arsenal FC celebrating after scoring her side’s first goal during the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 Semi-Final against Italy at Stade de Genève, Geneva, on July 22, 2025. Kelly played a key role in England’s path to the championship title.

You can see the best editorial News photo of July 2025 here.

Best Editorial News Photo of July

The best editorial news photo of July, taken by Ismail Aslandag for Anadolu via IMAGO, shows firefighting teams responding to wildfires in Bursa, Turkiye, on July 29, 2025. The photo documents both air and ground operations as smoke rises from a forested area, reflecting the scale and urgency of the wildfires.

You can see the best editorial News photo of July 2025 here.

Best Editorial Entertainment Photo of July

The best editorial entertainment photo of the month was captured by IMAGO’s partner, Berlinfoto. The image features Ski Aggu performing live at Wuhlheide, Berlin, on July 26, 2025, conveying the energy and atmosphere of the concert. This photograph demonstrates how editorial photography brings live performance to audiences, earning its place among the best editorial photos in entertainment.

You can see the best editorial Entertainment photo of July 2025 here.

What Makes an Editorial Photo “Best”?

For each edition, The Game Magazine and IMAGO editors select the best editorial photos based on storytelling, timing, technical quality, and journalistic standards. These images provide context and insight into the events shaping our world, serving as vital visual records of the month.