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Medicine, Football, and Democracy: The Sócrates Legacy
“My political victories are more important than any victories as a professional player. A match finishes in ninety minutes, but life goes on.” - Sócrates
Can football truly change society? Is it more than just a game, or even greater than…
Unsung Heroes in World Cups: Martin Peters | 1966 England
The 1966 FIFA World Cup was held in England, the birthplace of modern football. The Beatles were preparing for the release of Revolver, the Vietnam War was ongoing, and Martin Luther King was leading rallies in Chicago. England were a…
FIFA Reject Proposal to Replace Iran With Italy
FIFA have no plans to replace Iran with Italy at this summer’s World Cup. Sources confirm the governing body remains committed to the original line-up. This follows a bold suggestion from US special envoy Paolo Zampolli. He proposed that…
What does qualifying for a World Cup mean today?
The magical day on which Cape Verde achieved their first FIFA World Cup qualification will be remembered for a really long time.
Cape Verde had been under Portuguese rule up until 1975. Its football team played the first ever…
Martinez Hails “Inspirational” Ronaldo Ahead of Historic World Cup
Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez has insisted that Cristiano Ronaldo remains a vital component of the national team. Despite being 41 years old, the legendary forward continues to set the highest standards for the Seleção. Portugal are…
Guler Brilliance Puts Türkiye on Brink of World Cup Return
Türkiye moved within one win of ending their 24-year World Cup exile on Thursday night as Ferdi Kadıoğlu struck to secure a 1-0 play-off victory over Romania.
In a high-stakes encounter at Beşiktaş Park, a moment of magic from Real Madrid…
World Cup 2026 Draw: France and Scotland Face Tough Groups
The complete lineup for the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage has been confirmed, revealing a challenging path for defending champions Argentina and a potential "Group of Death" for France.
The draw for the 48-team tournament—the largest in…
Germany Thrash Slovakia 6-0 to Book World Cup 2026 Spot
Germany secured their place at the 2026 World Cup with a dominant 6-0 victory over Slovakia in their final Group A qualifier in Leipzig. The win confirmed Julian Nagelsmann's side as group winners, while the heavy defeat relegates Slovakia…
Scars of the Past Haunt Italy as Another World Cup Heartbreak Looms
For a nation that views football as a birthright, Italy is once again staring into the abyss. The four-time world champions are on the verge of an unthinkable new low: failing to qualify for the World Cup for a third consecutive time.
The…
Fernandes, Neves hat-tricks power Portugal to 2026 World Cup
Portugal secured their place at the 2026 World Cup in emphatic fashion, thrashing Armenia 9-1 in their final qualifier on Sunday, a match highlighted by hat-tricks from both Bruno Fernandes and Joao Neves.
The victory was a necessary…