Stories By Andrew Roach
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The best and worst Ivory Coast players in Premier League history
Many African nations have produced fantastic football players in the past 30 years but perhaps none more so than the Ivory Coast. Having been fairly anonymous before the turn of the century, the West African nation has since enjoyed a rich boom in talent, making them one of the best sides in Africa.
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5 football clubs owned by major companies
Many fans see their local clubs as the pillar of their community. Institutions that represent their town or city that stand on their own and represent their values. However, it’s becoming increasingly common to see more successful clubs form and emerge thanks to investments or ownership from major companies.
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An XI of the best Welsh footballers ever
The Welsh national team has been home to some of the best footballing talent in Great Britain. The renaissance of the Welsh squad in the 2010s got many people remembering classic days of Welsh football history, such as the 1958 World Cup and near misses in the 1990s.
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Which international players play in the Championship?
To feature in a top international side, you ideally need to be playing top flight football. However, the EFL Championship is proving to be the exception to the rule. With its competitive nature and high quality, many national sides are looking to the second tier of English football to find players for their squads.
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6 worst Spurs signings of the Premier League era
Tottenham have been flirting with success for much of the Premier League era yet have never quite reached the top. During this time, the club has had some of the best talent in Europe at their disposals, including local heroes such as Ledley King and Harry Kane, while smart signings have helped them shine like Luka Modric, Gareth Bale and Robbie Keane.
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What are the most iconic South American football stadiums?
Nowhere rivals South America when it comes to football passion. The sport brings communities across the continent together as stadiums flourish in colour, noise and passion. This creates an atmosphere unrivalled anywhere else on the planet leading to many magical moments for fans to remember regardless if they are there or not.
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What are the 5 biggest rivalries for the England team?
England matches are always steeped in intrigue but that feeling is intensified tenfold when a major rival comes along. You would think that England’s rivals only cover the local border but that is not the case.
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Who makes our greatest England XI ever?
Fewer teams spark a national expectation and following like England do. The Three Lions are a team that has been at the heart of football since the very beginning and are a regular sight at all the major events such as the Euros or World Cup.
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Who are the best wing-backs ever?
Once upon a time, wing-backs were were perhaps underappreciated position, with managers more concerned about their midfielders and star strikers. In the modern game, wing backs are one of the most valuable players on the pitch.
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Who are the best international captains in world football?
The honour of captaining your country is a great one for any player. No longer are you judged for your skillset but entire nations expect you to deliver at the world’s biggest tournaments. It’s a role that is fitting for only the best and bravest players out there.
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6 most disappointing Premier League players of 2020/21
With not much of a summer break to go by, it’s amazing that so many players had such strong performances in the Premier League this season. However, some high profile names have struggled throughout the 2020/21 season and subsequently produced career-low performances.
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