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Tag: International football

A love letter to national anthems

A love letter to national anthems

July 8, 2021 by Patrick Martin

The Euros have highlighted the pre-match occasion that is the national anthem like never before, as Patrick Martin and Robbe Tarver write.

Why Phil Neville is a terrible appointment for the women’s game

Why Phil Neville is a terrible appointment for the women’s game

February 1, 2018 by Ben Dadswell

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

An even playing field - In defence of the World Cup minnows

An even playing field – In defence of the World Cup minnows

September 9, 2017 by Ben Cullimore

After a week of World Cup qualifiers, Ben Cullimore defends those smaller World Cup nations who battle against the odds.

Fiji continue to climb the ladder of international football

Fiji continue to climb the ladder of international football

August 3, 2016 by Harry Trend

Harry Trend looks at the continued progress being made by Fiji as they prepare to take part in the upcoming Olympic Games in Rio.

English-born Scots and the question of nationality in football

English-born Scots and the question of nationality in football

March 24, 2016 by Andy McDougall

Andy McDougall discusses recent examples of English born footballers turning out for Scotland and whether there is a more elegant solution to the question of nationality in football.

If you love England, hate the international break

If you love England, hate the international break

September 22, 2015 by Thomas Wyer

International breaks in football are becoming stagnant, failing by its own standards and must be changed, writes Thomas Wyer.

Greg Dyke's England targets have little hope and make less sense

Greg Dyke’s England targets have little hope and make less sense

September 5, 2013 by Jon Naylor

Jon Naylor questions FA Chairman Greg Dyke’s excuses for England’s failures in recent international competitions.

Is international football a dying entity?

Is international football a dying entity?

June 2, 2013 by James Clancy

James Clancy discusses the waning interest in watching countries go head to head.

Republic of Ireland: Evolution takes time, small steps are being taken

Republic of Ireland: Evolution takes time, small steps are being taken

April 4, 2013 by Conor Clancy

Conor Clancy is optimistic about Ireland’s future despite their slim prospects of qualifying for Brazil 2014.

Why Mario should be cherished, not chastised

Why Mario should be cherished, not chastised

March 23, 2013 by Conor Clancy

In the wake of another Mario Balotelli goal, Conor Clancy discusses attitudes towards the Italian.

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