World Cup 2018
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898England vs Belgium: Why a Win is Essential for Southgate
England’s comprehensive 6-1 victory over Panama has sent the entire country into an almost alarming level of optimism for the team’s chances,...
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802Kroos’ Goal will be Remembered as the Tournament’s Turning Point
The unthinkable happened a little over a week ago, as Germany lost their opening match in Russia to Mexico. A superb Hirving...
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1.6KAussies Divided Over Tim Cahill
Tim Cahill has long since secured his place as a true legend of Australian sport. The former Everton striker has earned over...
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767Argentina are in Desperate Need of a New Identity
The Argentines face the very real prospect of an early flight home after their three nil defeat to Croatia in Group D....
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905It’s Time We Started Celebrating the Fine Art of Defensive Football
Chelsea in the 2012 Champions League final; Portugal in the 2016 European Championship final; Rangers during their 2008 UEFA Cup run; and...
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669Croatia Cast a Light on What’s Wrong with the World Cup
In fairness it hasn’t been a bad tournament so far. Yes, nobody has been overly impressive, but there have already been a...
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628The World Cup: We’ve Seen it all Before
We’re hurtling through the FIFA World Cup at a rate of knots – before long, we’ll be halfway through the group stages,...
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1.6KThis World Cup is Proving a Defining Moment for VAR
Football has always been a sport that is resistant to change, regardless of the form that it comes in. It’s inevitable for...
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1.5KThe World Cup is Unfolding Perfectly for England
A brace from England captain, and seeming talisman, Harry Kane secured all three points for The Lions as they narrowly beat North...
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732Russia 2018: The Most Open World Cup in a Generation
The first round of group games has finished, and as we progress into round two we’re starting to get some idea of...