World Cup 2022 will herald a seismic changing of the guard
The likes of Ronaldo and Messi will likely lead a generation of talent taking its final bow on football’s greatest stage in Qatar
The likes of Ronaldo and Messi will likely lead a generation of talent taking its final bow on football’s greatest stage in Qatar
FAI can learn from how Belgium reinvented themselves after home tournament ended in failure
New manager has overseen a remarkable transformation since he took the reins
Legendary former star’s young tyros will have nothing to lose when they face great rivals Real
Chronicle of Barcelona’s implosion and fascinating look at gambling business also stand out
From Old Trafford to Windsor Park to Carnaby Street, the boy from Cregagh lit them all up
Barca’s consistent talisman has scored more than 20 league goals in 13 consecutive seasons
If the French cannot play a good game against Germany, can they excel against anyone?
The Belfast prince added to his legend off the field but on it he was a man of substance
Andorra is one of six European countries on the Ireland’s mandatory hotel quarantine list
Outclassed Tribesmen suffer 22-point drubbing at hands of fired-up holders in Tralee
Dorothy changes the fortunes of local football team, leaving the boys restless and dizzy
Gary Mackay and Scotland’s win in Sofia will always be a red-letter day for Irish fans
No player that began their career prior to 1982 reached 100 caps
The Ken Condon-trained filly lines up in the Juddmonte Cheveley Park Stakes
Wolves and Traoré, the great bogeyman, should be a revealing test for Pep Guardiola
If anyone can maximise Messi’s strengths while covering his weaknesses, it’s Pep Guardiola
‘Returning legend’ plans to clear out club’s old guard – except Messi – but it won’t be easy
Jordan Henderson lifted the Premier League trophy and was named player of the year
Third draw in four for Catalan club has made defending their La Liga title very difficult
He changed the way football was played at the highest level as a player and manager
The Dubliner’s time playing in the North American Soccer League was the start of a love affair with the city
The appointment of former Real Betis boss represents a huge gamble for the Catalans
City and United managers have kind words for each other ahead of derby
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Dutch coach’s previous jobs have led to stronger foundations for women’s football
That Keith Earls and Jacob Stockdale have yet to score a try is an institutional failure
Derek Spence recalls the famous night when he netted a late equaliser against the very best
Football’s ability to provide a wrinkle frustrates manager’s dreams of order
Startingly smooth visitors prove too good for tired Tottenham
Edwin van der Sar: 'We reached a level of football nobody expected'
Still coaching at Spurs, the legendary goalkeeper is thrilled with the club’s progress
A look back over their 10 home defeats in 15 years of matches at Camp Nou in Catalonia
Dutch side in surprise triumph over Real Madrid
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