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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 Football News and Analysis
The Haaland question: Does a striker need more than goals?
Haaland’s scoring brilliance is undisputed, but modern football demands more. Can City’s striker impact the team beyond the box?
AC Milan medicals strike again as Jean-Philippe Mateta deal collapses
AC Milan’s latest failed medical, involving Jean-Philippe Mateta, highlights a growing pattern of collapsed deals and raises questions about the club’s stringent recruitment process.
Premier League, Pride and Priorities | Players, Fans and a Global Divide
Premier League’s LGBTQ+ inclusion campaigns, the players’ controversies, and the cultural tensions among its global fanbase.
The MSN Era: When Barcelona Ruled Football With Pure Firepower
The MSN era saw Messi, Suárez, and Neymar turn Barcelona into the most feared attacking force in world football, combining flair, balance, and efficiency.
5 of The Most Complete Midfielders of the last 20 years
The most complete midfielders of this generation aren’t defined by goals or highlights, but by how they control games in every phase — defending, creating, and setting the tempo
Karim Benzema’s no-salary offer and Saudi Pro League questions
Karim Benzema’s rejection of a new Al-Ittihad contract with no fixed salary raises questions about pay structures and player treatment in the Saudi Pro League.
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
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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