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The Rise and Fall of Juventus
Juventus rose to become one of Europe’s biggest clubs, dominated Italy for years, then faced scandals and struggles that tested their legacy.


FIFA’s unity promise and the ICC complaint
FIFA moved in four days when Russia invaded Ukraine. The ICC complaint asks why the same rules stopped applying when the warnings were about Palestine.


Six red cards, one season and Chelsea’s growing problem
Six red cards before March, points thrown away from winning positions and another avoidable sending off against Burnley have turned discipline into Chelsea’s loudest problem, with consequences that now threaten their top four push.


Who is the greater number 9: Suarez or Benzema?
Two of the best strikers of their generation, but who should stand ahead of the other when ranking them?


Is Javier Tebas right about the gap between La Liga and the Premier League?
Javier Tebas says England and Spain live in different football realities. A closer look at the money, choices and consequences behind the Premier League and La Liga divide.


Mourinho comments reignite debate around Vinícius and stadium racism
Vinícius has faced repeated racist abuse across Europe, yet the focus is on his reactions rather than the behaviour that provokes it.

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Africa's record ten World Cup teams and the Italy elimination that answered Gattuso's controversial argument
Gennaro Gattuso said African teams didn't deserve their expanded World Cup slots. On the same night Italy were eliminated by Bosnia, DR Congo secured Africa's tenth spot in history. The qualification numbers tell the real story.


Italy miss the World Cup for the third time in a row: How one of football's great nations lost its way
Bosnia beat Italy on penalties in Zenica to knock the four-time world champions out of the 2026 World Cup, the third consecutive tournament Italy have missed. Here's how it happened and what it means for Italian football.


CAF, Senegal and Morocco's AFCON 2025 final controversy: how it ended up at CAS
Senegal paraded the AFCON trophy two days after filing a CAS appeal, while Morocco insist the case is closed. Here's a full breakdown of how the 2025 AFCON final controversy reached an international arbitration tribunal and what happens next.


David Raya vs Unai Simon: Why Spain's Best Goalkeeper Is Still on the Bench
David Raya has 21 clean sheets this season and is being called the best goalkeeper in the world in England. Unai Simon has seven. Spain are still going to the World Cup with Simon. Luis de la Fuente's reasoning, examined.


Mohamed Salah is leaving Liverpool: a tribute to nine years of the best football Anfield has seen
Mohamed Salah confirmed he'll leave Liverpool at the end of the 2025-26 season. Here's a full look back at nine years, 255 goals, seven trophies and a legacy that will outlast anything still to come


A move to Chelsea might not be the best for Cesc Fabregas.
Chelsea are four defeats in and Cesc Fabregas's name has emerged as a potential replacement for Liam Rosenior. But after Xabi Alonso, Ruben Amorim and Rosenior himself, the dangers of the big step up have never been clearer.

Latest Basketball and NBA News

NBA Records that are Nearly Impossible to Break
Built across different eras and conditions, these NBA records stand as near impossible feats that modern basketball may never be able to touch.


Nikola Jokic: The Genius That Altered Basketball
Nikola Jokić is a rare basketball genius who rose from an overlooked draft pick to become a multiple-time NBA MVP and champion with the Denver Nuggets.


Kawhi Leonard: The Silent Star Who Wins When It Matters
The story of a silent star


Giannis Antetokounmpo: From Raw Prospect to Dominant Force
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s journey from the streets of Athens to NBA champion is built on growth, effort, and belief. Through steady improvement, he became one of the most dominant two-way players of his generation.


Kevin Durant: A Scorer Without Limits
Kevin Durant changed the idea of what a tall player can do. He proved that size and skill can combine to create one of the best scorers in NBA history.


Meet Steph Curry: The Three-Point Specialist Who Rewired Basketball’s Value System
Prior to Stephen Curry, the three-point shot was a luxury. Now it's a necessary skill.

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Arsenal Trivia: Show us how deep your Arsenal ties go
Arsenal fans are known for their loyalty; they are also known for being among the best players and team that is always hopeful for a trophy. Prove your loyalty to arsenal by passing this simple Trivia test.

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Dirk Nowitzki Full Highlights vs Spurs 2014 Playoffs
Dirk Nowitzki at his Prime

Draymond Green physically punches teammate Jordan Poole
Draymond Green physically punches teammate Jordan Poole at Warriors practice after a verbal argument

Ben Simmons passes up a wide-open dunk
Ben Simmons passes up a wide-open dunk during the Sixers vs Hawks Game 7

