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England v Tunisia – Victory or it’s curtains for the Three Lions
With England hoping for an extended stay at this summer’s World Cup, it will be important for them to hit the ground running the group opener against Tunisia.
Category: International
It’s now or never for Lionel Messi in Russia
As he enters his early 30s, this summer’s World Cup may be the last chance for Lionel Messi to put years of international disappointment to bed, writes Robert Barter.
The Republic of Ireland’s ‘Phoney War’ presents an opportunity for experimentation
Gary Spain discusses the international break from an Irish perspective and how experimentation is key before crucial Euro 2020 qualifiers.
Haifa – A tale of two clubs
Michael Hanley examines the stark contrast in form between the two clubs in Haifa as the unheralded Hapoel battle it out at the top of the league whilst decorated Maccabi are headed towards a relegation battle.
Exit The 18-Yard Box – An Interview With David Foley
Plucked from League One to win against David Beckham, be guarded by armed police and indirectly displaced by Barack Obama, few footballers have tales like Foley, writes Tom Kershaw
Why Phil Neville is a terrible appointment for the women’s game
In the wake of the controversial appointment of Phil Neville as England Women’s team manager, Ben Dadswell believes it to be a step backwards for the women’s football
World Cup 2018 countdown – Another foul please
With the 2018 World Cup less than six months away, Alan Moore discusses final preparations, policing and fake news.
What next for the World Cup failures?
Andrew Delaney looks at some of the big hitters who underperformed in qualifying and will now miss next summer’s World Cup in Russia.
Gareth Southgate moulding the way forward for England
In the wake of impressive draws against Germany and Brazil, Kaustubh Pandey believes England should trust in Gareth Southgate’s fresh approach.
Gallery: Ireland vs Denmark in the 2018 World Cup play-off
Alwyn Robinson was on the ground for Back Page Football to capture the action as Ireland’s World Cup hopes were snuffed out by a superior Denmark.