Football
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.
Cape Verde are producing a remarkable World Cup, but this is no fairytale
The African archipelago has been celebrating for a month, with a federation that has built a competitive team almost from scratch through scouting.
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.
In Madeira, Cristiano Ronaldo is an idol and a major driver of the local economy
In Funchal, organised tours, tourism revenue and the island’s global profile are all tied to CR7.
Food and drink prices at US stadiums are sky-high. Atlanta keeps them low
The Mercedes-Benz Stadium owners take the opposite approach to other US venues, and it works.
Tielemans drags Belgium back from the brink again, decisive once more in the moment
Tielemans drags Belgium back from the brink again, scoring twice in a game that had already seemed beyond reach
Harry Kane has long been among the best strikers in the world, and is now the best in world football
Harry Kane’s growth, improvement and leadership as England captain, in a team that depends on him and that even against Congo looked disjointed at best.
World Cup conditions hit record heat as adidas introduces a three-layer training system
The CLIMACOOL SYSTEM is made up of a cooling vest, an insulating jacket and shoe covers, first designed for Formula One and later adapted to football’s extreme conditions.
Viking Row becomes an obsession in Norway — and especially in the United States
The World Cup’s most viral celebration has reached the host country, appearing across every social feed.
Michael Olise still isn’t scoring, yet he remains a game-changing talent and a joy to watch
A second striker, a playmaker and above all a creative force, the Bayern forward has found the perfect role to get the best out of his talent.