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A year on from the outbreak of a pandemic that rocked the globe, things are still pretty dire in Brazil – and football is not exempt. Under normal circumstances, all 27 of Brazil’s state championships would get underway in January and February, and would generally go on until April before reaching their climax in time […]
Patrick Morgan looks ahead to two games in the Premier League this weekend as Manchester City close in on the title.
And why the four-time Champions League winner may have one last dance with Los Blancos.
Simon Kelly discusses this week’s Europa League quarter final tie between Roberto Soldado-led Granada and Manchester United.
After getting subbed off before half-time in their first leg encounter with Real Madrid, Naby Keita’ long-term future is uncertain at Liverpool.
As Jamaica eye a return to the World Cup finals, Jordan James reports on a stumbling block for the Reggae Boyz.
After an impressive full debut for Norwich, Andrew Omobamidele is the latest young Irish star emerging in English football.
James Lelliott takes a closer look at a potentially thrilling La Liga run in, with Barcelona looking to chase down leaders Atlético Madrid
Despite no wins in eleven under Stephen Kenny, Ireland must stick with someone who understands the real problems, writes Patrick Morgan
Jack Walton discusses Thomas Tuchel’s start at Chelsea and the wider impact his performance could have on future appointments.
John McMahon writes about how the Man City prospect will become the future foundation of the Irish National Team.
James Lelliott takes a look at the career of prolific Flamengo striker and Brazil international, Gabigol.
After Russia’s recent World Cup qualifier in Malta, Alan Moore takes a look at a rather more curious case of Russian footballing endeavour on the island.