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The Meeting that
Changed English
Football
In 1990 five of the biggest English clubs met and discussed reforms that would change English football forever.
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England's Years
of Hurt
The nation that gave the world haven't had the most success. From penalty heartache to late late goals. Read about more than 50 years of hurt for England fans.
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Greece 2004
Everyone loves an underdog story, and in the summer of 2004, Greece gave European football one of the greatest stories of all time. Learn all about Greece and their magnificent Euro 2004.
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Sir Alex Ferguson
Standing alone at the top of British football and some would argue the world. Learn all about the career of Sir Alex Ferguson and his career before and at Manchester United.
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Germany's 50+1
Rule
The Bundesliga is one of the top leagues in Europe is known for its amazing support. Learn about how German supporters play an important role in the running of their clubs.
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The North London
Derby
One of the biggest derbies in English football, in recent years it has been one of the best fixtures of the season. Learn all about the history of the North London Derby.
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Great Football Cities:
São Paulo
In the biggest city in South America football is an important part of everyday life. Learn about the part football plays in the lives of Paulistas.
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Jorge Mendes:
The Super Agent
The man behnd Ronaldo and elite managers such as José Mourinho, Jorge Mendes has a massive influence on world fooball. Read about the career and life of this super agent.
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Manchester City:
Centurions
Since their takeover in 2008, Manchester City have risen from mid-table to Champions. Perhaps their greatest season came in 2017-2018. Learn about Manchester City's 2017-2018 season.
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Iconic Strikers:
Thierry Henry
Some say he is the best overseas player to play in the Premier League, a man who inspired Arsenal to historic success. Learn about the career of Thierry Henry.
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Johan Cruyff
One of the most important figures in world football. A man who has influenced generations of players and managers. Learn all about the career and importance of Johan Cruyff.
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Unlikely League Winners
From Hellas Verona to Leicester City, read about unlikely league winners from football history.
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Thomas Müller:
Ein Raumdeuter
What makes Thomas Müller so special? Read about how he created a position and found a unique role in modern football.
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Great Football Cities:
Paris
It may not have rivalries of London or the history of Rio de Janeiro, but Paris has become a hotspot for discovering talent.​
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Porto 2003 - 2004
The rise of Mourinho and the magic of Deco, discover Porto's incredible 2003-2004 season which saw them make football history.
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Los Galacticos II
Perhaps the greatest club's greatest period. Read about Real Madrid's success from 2015 - 2018.
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Football Murals
Discover the art that covers the streets of great footballing cities.
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El Loco
"Bielsa he comes from Argentina, he knows exactly." Learn about the career of Marcelo Bielsa and his influence on modern football.
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The Final to End all Finals
The 2018 Copa Libertadores final will go down as one of the best in history, between to Argentinian powerhouses with action on and off the pitch
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The Red Bull Model:
Giving Players Wings
Learn about Red Bull's multi-club model and the stars that have come through the system.​
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Lev Yashin: The Black Spider
One of the greatest goalkeepers of all time. Read about the career and the skills of the amazing Lev Yashin.​
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The Champions League Anthem:
Les grandes Équipes
We all know the tune and we all know at least some of the words (THE CHAAAMPIONS!). Read ahout the creation and meaning of one of the most famous anthems in football​
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Do Great Players Make Great Managers?
For every Johan Cruyff there is a Gary Neville. This article discusses examples of great players makes you great managers.
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Colombia's Dream Team
A golden period for Colombian football during a time of political problems and violence in a country where two Escobars played their role in society.
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The Magical Magyars
The greatest team never to win a World Cup? The Hungarian team of the 1950s was one of the most exciting in football history. With starstuded players and innovative tactics, learn about The Magical Magyars.
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Third Party Ownserhip
A hot topic in football during the 2000s, third party ownsership caused a lot of controversy and it's legality has been questioned. Read about Third Party Ownership and the controversy it caused.
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Ji-Sung Park:
Ferguson's Big-Game
Player
Underated but appreciated by one of the greatest managers of all time. Learn about tone of the greatest South Korean players of all time.
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A Few Good Games
'Never sign a player after a good World Cup' is the well-known advice. Here are some examples of clubs who ignored that. Read about some successful and not-so-successful post World Cup signings.
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Transfers to Rivals
Over time there have been some players who have transfered to rival teams. Learn about some transfers that had implications both on and off the pitch.
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Iconic Strikers:
Mario Kempes
There was Maradona and Messi but before that there was Mario. Read about the star man for Argentina in their first World Cup victory.
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FIFA's Darkest Hour
Long known for controversial decisions, but perhaps this tops the list. Learn about a match between Chile and the USSR that took place in the middle of a coup in a stadium used as a prison.
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Brand Beckham
He's known all around the world. From marrying a Spice Girl to clothing sponsors, David Beckham created his brand and changed how footballers are marketed forever.
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Abramovich's
Chelsea
The takeover that changed football finance and the landscape of English football forever. Read about the takeover and transformational legacy that came with Roman Abramovich's Chelsea putchase.
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Amortisation
With Financial Fairplay a hot topic, look at how some clubs have gotten around the issue by using Amortisation.
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The Game That
Changed Modern
Football
In 2009 two football giants played n the Champions League final. The game would go on to define the next 15 years of football and the tactics used.
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Iconic Strikers:
Ruud van Nistelrooy
One of the most prolithic strikers to play in the Premier League and La Liga. Read about the career of Dutch striker Ruud van Nistelrooy.
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Marta:
A Football Icon
Some say she is the greatest female player of all time. Read about the career of the amazing Marta.
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Fantastic Finals:
Qatar 2022
The two best players in the world, one looking to secure his legacy, one looking to takeover. A game filled with goals and chances. Read about one of the greatest finals ever.
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Zinedine Zidane
The elegance of a balance dancer mixed with dribbling skills of Maradona. Read about the illustrious career of Zinedine Zidane.
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The Biggest Transfer
Ever
What could be the biggest transfer in football history. The Portuguese maestro's transfer from Barcelona to bitter rivals Real Madrid.
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Fantastic Finals:
Bern 1954
The final that made a football powerhouse. Learn all about the 1954 World Cup Final.
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Unbeatable
Defences
Attackers win games, defences win titles. Read about some of the best defences from recent years.
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Arrigo Sacchi:
Redefining Football
A manager who redefined football tactics and inspired young coaches for years to come. Arrigo Sacchi has seen it all.
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Best Free
Transfers
The Bosman ruling in 1995 allowed footballs to run down their contract and move for free. Read about some of the biggest and best free transfers.
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Juventus
2012 - 2020
One of the most historic clubs in Europe went through a period of domination. Learn about the amazing Juventus team from 2012 -2020.
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Iconic Strikers:
Romário
Pace, power and goals. Romário had the lot. Learn about the career of one of the most exciting 90s strikers.
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Ajax's Academy
It has produced some of the greatest players in football history. Learn about the academy at the hear of one of Europe's most prestigious clubs.
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Sant'Ambroeus FC
In a city where two teams dominate the headlines, there's a third team whose culture goes beyond the pitch. Learn about the importance of Sant'Ambroeus FC.
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Golden Generations:
Spain 2008-2012
From 2008-2012 the Spanish national team dominated European and World football. Read about the players that made them successful and the mark they left on the next generation.
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Iconic Strikers:
Hernan Crespo
Another iconic Argentinian striker. Hernan Crespo was a star in euope for the best part of a decade. Find out about the career of Hernan Crespo.
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