Football

The literary world is mourning the loss of Mario Vargas Llosa, the Peruvian novelist, essayist, and Nobel Prize laureate, who passed away on April 14, 2025, at the age of 89. Renowned globally for literary masterpieces such as The Time of…

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has formally submitted its bid to host the AFC Asian Cup in 2031, entering a competitive field vying to stage Asia's premier men's national team tournament. AFC President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim…

It’s been another season to forget for Manchester United fans. The Red Devils, once the pride of English football, now look like a shadow of their former selves. With just seven games left in the Premier League, United are sitting in the…

Hundreds of Tottenham Hotspur supporters staged a demonstration on Sunday, April 6th, expressing anger towards the club's ENIC ownership group and chairman Daniel Levy ahead of their Premier League match against Southampton. Chants of "We…

The problems or crisis in Brazilian football today have their roots in decisions made long ago. Sacking Dorival Júnior is merely a reactionary move, not a long-term solution. One must delve into coaching philosophies, player skill sets, and…

The world of football, a supposed sanctuary of unity and fair play, is once again embroiled in a deeply troubling ethical crisis. The integrity of FIFA is under intense scrutiny as accusations of double standards and moral complicity…

FIFA confirmed on Wednesday, March 26th, that the winners of the expanded 32-team Club World Cup, scheduled for June 14th to July 13th, 2025, in the United States, could earn up to $125 million. The announcement details the distribution of…

"Football is not just about physical strength; it’s about intelligence and tactical awareness." ~ Sacchi Arrigo Sachi, a renowned Italian coach, not only changed the approach to playing football in "la terra del vino" (Italy) but…

Imagine a world where every pass, shot, and tackle tells a story – welcome to the fascinating realm of football analytics. In this series, we embark on a journey through the numbers that are revolutionizing "the beautiful game." Our first…

The beautiful game. That's how football is often described. But is its beauty fading with the rise of sculpted physiques and tactical strategies?  There's a nostalgic yearning for the days of the "pure ballers," players known for…