It’s hard to imagine football, a sport known for bringing people together, igniting an actual war. But in 1969, that’s exactly what happened between El Salvador and Honduras in what became known as the Football War. While the matches during the 1970 World Cup qualifiers were the spark, this was no ordinary clash between rival…
Costa Rica is no stranger to producing footballing talent, but even the most passionate fans were pleasantly surprised to see two familiar names alongside the likes of Kobbie Mainoo, Lamine Yamal, Jorrel Hato, and Archie Gray on the CIES Football Observatory’s list of teenagers with the most senior minutes worldwide. Among global football’s emerging stars,…
Paul Gascoigne, one of England’s most enigmatic and gifted footballers, has always been a magnet for drama, controversy, KFC and the unexpected. His career, full of dizzying highs and painful lows, took many unpredictable turns. But few were more bizarre than his short-lived and surreal stint in the remote province of Gansu, China. Yes, the…
Football is no stranger to transformation, and one of its most notable evolutions has emerged from a position that often goes unnoticed until it saves the day: the goalkeeper. Traditionally the last line of defence, the goalkeeper’s role has significantly shifted in recent decades. And much of that shift can be attributed to the pioneering…
Irish ties with Italy go deeper than your local chipper. Especially in football. Besides Giants Stadium at U.S.A. ’94 and Giovanni Trapatoni, there have been a number of Irish internationals who have plied their trade in the Bel Paese over the years. Recent years have seen an influx of Irish starlets to Italian clubs so…
Gareth Southgate is leaving a greater legacy as England manager than you think. His achievements should not be forgotten.
Switzerland has emerged as one of the biggest underdogs in EURO 2024. But can they maintain and continue their story against England?
England at EURO 2024 all seems like a familiar story. The “favourites” have not been at the races and haven’t looked great in their opening fixtures.
Xherdan Shaqiri was meant to be Chicago Fire’s star man, but where has it all gone wrong over his time in the MLS? Here’s a rundown.
During EURO 2004, Greece did the impossible. They beat the host nation to lift the European Championship for the first time, in a major upset.
