Football
Netherlands and Morocco in a long-running competition over dual-nationality talent, with Robin van Persie’s son now involved
The balance of power has been shifting in recent years, as players with multiple passports no longer treat African national teams as a fallback option.
Japanese football’s rise rooted in a 58-page player development manual
At the core of Project DNA, which targets a World Cup win by 2092, is a system linking grassroots football to the senior national team.
Enzo Maresca’s move to Manchester City reflects European football’s trajectory — and Italy’s hesitation
Guardiola’s successor built his career abroad, outside Italy’s orbit. A minimalist coach, part of a profile increasingly present at Europe’s top clubs.
Brazil 2026 appoints Marisa Santiago, the first psychologist in Seleção history
Specialised in cognitive-behavioural therapy, she has already worked in football with Atlético Mineiro and Bahia and is now part of Carlo Ancelotti’s national team staff.
Rodrygo writes in The Guardian on what makes Carlo Ancelotti a special coach
Rodrygo backs Ancelotti from afar after World Cup injury setback.
At the World Cup match against Ghana, Luka Modrić once again looks untouchable
At nearly 41, one of the greatest midfielders of all time puts together a match of intelligence and sacrifice, of small resistances and clean control, and sends Croatia into the round of sixteen.
Mexico projected to bring in over $3 billion from hosting the World Cup
Tourism surges across the country, with several destinations overwhelmed by fans.
The Argentine FA’s expansion now reaches new revenue streams and Harvard
New academies in the United States and expansion in Asia, a commercial strategy under scrutiny.
Dembélé’s hat-trick against Norway takes the pressure off and underlines France’s depth
Les Bleus have finally got their Ballon d’Or contender firing, a warning to the rest of the field.
Graham Arnold: Iraq’s football obsession is total
The Australian coach had never been in the country before his appointment. He says Barcelona–Real Madrid matchdays are treated as public holidays.
Como set to bring back Nico Paz, an impressive display of strength, not only financial but also sporting
No other Italian club, and very few in Europe, would have been able to put the deal together, having to convince Real Madrid and one of the world’s brightest young talents.
A large share of Ecuador’s World Cup last-16 squad comes from a small province without a top-flight club
Esmeraldas. A region in northern Ecuador with a distinct history.