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They were the team that defied the odds throughout Euro 2004 by beating France and the Czech Republic en route to the final against Portugal. Led by their German manager, Otto Rehhagel, Greece beat Portugal’s “Golden Generation” in the final, securing their first ever international title at senior level. The Event – Euro 2004 Final […]
What ever happened to the players who finally won France’s first World Cup? Despite having players such as Fontaine, Platini, Tigana, Tresor, Papin and Cantona over the years, France were never quite able to deliver the World title that they craved. On home soil in 1998, backed by a wave of national support, France destroyed […]
Whatever happened to the Ajax team that shocked AC Milan in the 1995 Champions League Final? Months before Alan Hansen’s famous assertion that “You’ll never win anything with kids”, a youthful Ajax side turned over overwhelming favourites and reigning champions AC Milan in a tense final. It was also the match in which Patrick Kluivert […]
With one of the biggest upsets in the history of the Premier League already under their belt, Killian Keys explains why Burnley’s defeat of Manchester United restores our faith in the beautiful game. After a summer that has seen astronomical transfer fees, long drawn out transfer sagas and questionable player loyalty, Burnley’s stunning win over […]