All posts tagged "Football"
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The 10 oldest football stadiums in the UK
Most of the world’s biggest football clubs have already moved to flashy new stadiums or, at least, are planning to do so in the coming years. While these new grounds might offer incredible views and fantastic facilities, one common criticism, especially with clubs like Manchester City and Arsenal, is that the new stadiums lack atmosphere.
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Seven football ground shares from around the world
For most teams, having a home stadium of your own gives you an added advantage against visiting teams. However, some sides don’t have that luxury and find themselves in a ground-sharing partnership with another club in their local area.
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Five stars priced out of summer transfers in 2021
While clearly not the most profound impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the shifting landscapes of football finances could spell an end to something we’ve become so accustomed to, with huge summer transfers likely to be less frequent than usual in the coming months.
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5 huge summer transfers that could happen in 2021
The international break provides a last chance for clubs to take stock of their squads before the conclusion of the season, which will be swiftly followed by the transfer window reopening. January was quieter than normal due to the impact of the global pandemic and it remains to be seen if clubs are ready to splash the cash with games still being played behind closed doors across the continent, hitting teams in the pocket with the loss of matchday revenue.
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Elitist self-interest is the biggest threat to football
Lockdown football has taught us a lot about what is important within the sport. From a fan perspective, the last year has laid bare just how little a role the action on the pitch plays in a routine matchday.
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Is Mbappe vs. Haaland the new Messi vs. Ronaldo?
The symbolism of Kylian Mbappe’s stunning hat trick at the Camp Nou last month was obvious. On the home turf of the greatest player of his generation, Lionel Messi, at a time when questions over his future at Barcelona linger, the French forward proved why he is at the vanguard of the next generation in a 4-1 win for Paris Saint-Germain.
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What are the best football kits ever?
There really is nothing better than an iconic kit. Throughout the annals of football history, the greatest names have donned some of the best football kits in history, wearing them while creating memories for millions across the globe to enjoy even decades on.
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Players vs. Referees – 5 times they came to blows
Who would be a football referee? It’s a good question. They are abused from the terraces whilst the treatment that referees get from the players often isn’t much better, especially when they make a shocking decision.
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Five of the greatest free transfers ever
With transfer fees reaching astronomical levels in recent years, clubs are increasingly turning towards free transfers for value. It is a move that often works out well for the player as well, with in-demand free agents able to command huge wages which the clubs are more willing to pay in the absence of a transfer fee.
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Top 10 English football derbies and rivalries
When you think of English football derbies, you think of hooligans lining the streets near the stadium and smashing everything in their path. This is not the case though. Many English fans live for their football team and will get animated whenever a big derby is on the horizon.
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Who is the most expensive goalkeeper in the world? | Top 5
The role of the number one spot has changed drastically in recent years. Goalkeepers are judged critically on their ability to start plays, as much as they are for saving three points. Every club needs strength at the back, whether that’s home-grown or sourced from afar, but sometimes breaking transfer fees doesn’t solve the problem.
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