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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
Where does Haaland rank among the greatest Premier League strikers of all time
Erling Haaland is producing numbers like we have never seen before in the Premier League. He's on track to break almost every goal scoring record in the league. Just after few seasons, where does he rank among the greatest to do it?
Rosenior encouraged after Chelsea lose 3-2 to Arsenal on home debut
Liam Rosenior is positive after Chelsea’s 3-2 home defeat to Arsenal in his first home game at Stamford Bridge.
The Sacking Culture: Why Elite Football's Patience Has Run Out
Modern football management is increasingly defined by extreme impatience, with elite clubs sacking coaches after months rather than years.
Carrick or Solskjær: Who Can Fix Manchester United?
Michael Carrick is now Manchester United’s interim manager. His style or Ole Gunnar Solskjær’s attacking approach, which is better to help the team get back on top?
Arteta’s set-piece revolution: genius or overkill?
Arsenal have hired throw-in expert Thomas Grønnemark to sharpen their set-piece edge. Is Arteta building a title-winning weapon or pushing the limits too far?
Real Madrid vs Barcelona and the meaning of El-Ćlasico
A look into the history, global power and modern stakes of El Clasico ahead of the January 11, 2026 showdown.
Latest Basketball and NBA News
LeBron James 23rd Season: Where Does He Rank Among the Longest Primes in Sports History?
LeBron James dominates in his 23rd season. We explore his surreal longevity and rank him among the elite sports stars who played at the highest level longest.
The Ring Culture Issue: NBA Legacy Controversies taken over by Championships
Basketball arguments nowadays are overly centered on how many championships a player has won. Personal achievements, basketball IQ and how good they play doesn't seem to matter anymore
The NBA's Ongoing Battle Between Player Health and Fan Experience
Injuries have become very common in the NBA today, and the league's rules surrounding availability haven't been helping. The fewer games played, the fewer chances the players have to win awards
The Evolution of the Center Position: How NBA Big Men Redefined Their Role
The center position in the NBA is no longer just about size and life in the paint. Today’s big men are expected to do a bit of everything with players like Nikola Jokić and Joel Embiid leading the shift. Their all-around influence shows how the role has expanded to match the demands of the modern, fast-paced game.
The 5 Most Disappointing $30M+ NBA Contracts in the Last 5 Years
A deep dive into the NBA's worst financial anchors. Explore how massive $30M+ contracts for stars like Joel Embiid, Bradley Beal, and Ben Simmons have become crippling burdens for their franchises due to injury, decline, and unfulfilled potential.
Three Under-the-Radar NBA Rookies Already Playing Above Their Draft Position in 2025/2026
Discover 5 non-lottery NBA rookies, picked after 14th, who are quietly outperforming expectations and becoming essential players for their teams.
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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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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