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Syria’s golden opportunity comes at the darkest of times
Ross Findlay takes a look at Syria whose bid to qualify for the 2018 World Cup in Russia continues with this week’s qualifiers.
Tag: World Cup
The five most memorable football trophies of all time
Including the Champions League to the World Cup, a look at some of the best and most memorable football trophies from across the globe.
Keep the green engine running – Ireland’s plan for World Cup qualification
As the warm summer days of Paris and Bordeaux begin to slowly fade into memories, focus turns to September and Ireland’s chances of World Cup qualification.
Heaven and Hell – Jimmy Murphy’s summer of 1958
Fikri Jermadi remembers Jimmy Murphy – the man responsible for bringing Wales to the World Cup 58 years ago and holding Manchester United together through tragedy.
World Cup Russia 2018 – The journey begins
Alan Moore took in the friendly between Russia and Lithuania over the weekend as the hosts began their preparations for the next World Cup.
The most valuable football memorabilia on record
Trophies, shirts, boots, and signed balls are all football related items which can be very valuable for collectors when they have some historical significance.
War-torn and without a home – Syria’s footballers finding success amidst a crisis
War-torn and without a home. Syria’s National Team have had a turbulent few years but are on the right path to recovery, writes Jordan Leaver.
Why does nobody like Michael Owen?
The former prodigy turned pundit is much maligned but why do fans detest Michael Owen so much? Liam Maguire looks at the former boy wonder’s fall from grace.
What has happened to England’s international support?
Luke Chandry discusses the waning support for the England national team less than a year out from the next major tournament.
Radamel Falcao and ACL roulette
Sam Viller discusses Radamel Falcao’s injury woes and the long term impact on the career of a great goal scorer.