FIFA Reject Proposal to Replace Iran With Italy

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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?

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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…

Of Cimbom, Hagi and some Turkish tea

Ahmed Hashim
Filip Landers opened his eyes, looked at the ceiling of his hotel room and sighed. He hadn’t recovered from the jet lag. A long busy day awaited him. He peered out of the window. Istanbul looked ravishingly beautiful early in the morning.…

Rosenior Sacked as Chelsea Manager After Brighton Rout

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Chelsea have sacked Liam Rosenior after a disastrous four-month tenure at Stamford Bridge. The 41-year-old departed less than 24 hours after a humbling defeat at Brighton. Crucially, the board acted following a run of ten losses in just…

Manchester City Reclaim Summit to Leave Arsenal Trailing

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Manchester City have surged to the top of the Premier League after a clinical victory at Turf Moor. Pep Guardiola’s side have capitalised on Arsenal’s recent stutters with ruthless efficiency. They now lead the division on goals scored…

Man City’s Dagger to Arsenal PL Title Dreams

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Manchester City delivered a decisive 2–1 victory over Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium, striking a potentially season-defining blow in the Premier League title race. In a high-stakes clash between the league’s top two sides, City rose…