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The suspended ban on Folarin Balogun is without precedent in modern football
As a result, the credibility of football is pushed to a breaking point, with frustration spreading across the game, UEFA included.
Napoli’s centenary shirt brings back the blue of their first title and the Corsiero del Sole, the club’s historic emblem
The new Home Kit moves from the 1920s to the present day, through the era of Maradona and beyond.
Norway Are More Than Haaland: A Quality Team With No Doubts Left
Solbakken has built a team that works seamlessly, with players back to their best even after difficult seasons.
Wimbledon’s Royal Box is among the most exclusive areas in world sport, with strict invitation rules
Strict dress codes and punctuality are non-negotiable, part of the ritual of Centre Court’s best seats.
Mexico fans turn to prayers ahead of England clash as World Cup hopes grow
One of the world’s most Catholic nations turns to the Virgin of Guadalupe, even in football.
France can field all its attacking talent and remain solid, much of that down to Adrien Rabiot
The Milan midfielder remains Les Bleus’ tactical anchor, even in scrappy matches against Paraguay.
Cape Verde frustrate Argentina deep into the game
With a deep defensive block and composed counterattacks that never gave the ball away cheaply, Cape Verde exposed one of the Scaloneta's poorest performances and Argentina only found a way through in the closing stages.
Atlético Madrid reach agreement to bring concerts to the Metropolitano, with up to €20 million a year in revenue
The ten-year partnership with Live Nation will bring 15 to 20 live shows a year to the stadium.
Before Portugal–Croatia was decided, the microchip in the World Cup ball had already sparked controversy in cricketing circles
Developed in the 1990s, Snickometer detects even the faintest contact between bat and ball.
Only football’s biggest names have come close to Johan Manzambi’s impact at the Club World Cup
His physical presence is overwhelming, and his impact just as clear. Not the most refined player, but always effective.
Massimiliano Allegri is a cautious appointment for Napoli, reflecting the club’s current direction
The former Juventus and Milan coach arrives after difficult seasons and without the need for major changes in the transfer market, as Napoli look ahead to their centenary year.
Harry Kane is one of the best players in the world, with commercial appeal below football’s biggest stars
England’s captain has taken a different path from his peers, with less focus on building his public image and fewer endorsement deals, investing in other areas.