2025 Football Round-Up: Champions League, World Cup Qualifiers & Premier League Highlights
Football in 2025 has delivered everything fans crave — breathtaking goals, tactical brilliance, shocking upsets, and unforgettable moments across the globe. From the high-stakes battles of the Champions League to the intense qualifiers shaping the World Cup 2026 and domestic thrillers in the Premier League and FA Cup, this year has been nothing short of iconic.
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Emily Chen
May 29, 2025
Why Home-Grown Players Deserve More Attention Opinion & Editorials
For years, football clubs across the globe have competed fiercely in transfer markets, spending billions to secure the best international talent. While such strategies bring short-term success, they raise an important question: Are we overlooking the incredible value of home-grown players?
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Emily Chen
May 21, 2025
Should There Be a Global Salary Cap in Football? Opinion & Editorials
Football, the beautiful game, has always been a powerful unifier for fans across the globe. Yet, beneath the magic of thrilling matches and iconic goals lies a financial disparity that has sparked heated debates. Eye-watering salaries and multimillion-dollar transfers dominate headlines, with elite clubs far outspending their smaller competitors.
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Emily Chen
May 21, 2025
Are Footballers Paid Too Much? Opinion & Editorials
Few professional industries ignite debates as passionately as football does. Among those fiery discussions, one recurring topic always rears its head—is the eye-watering pay of footballers justified, or are they grossly overpaid? With transfer fees hitting hundreds of millions and weekly wages exceeding what many earn in a year, it’s understandable why this question stirs strong emotions.
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Emily Chen
May 21, 2025
When Leicester City Won the Premier League: A Modern Fairy Tale History & Legends
Every so often, sports gift us with a story that transcends the sport itself. Leicester City’s 2015/16 Premier League title was one such gift. At the start of the season, bookmakers placed their odds of winning at an unprecedented 5000/1. Experts predicted a relegation battle, not glory. Yet, against all expectations, the Foxes defied logic, critics, and footballing norms to etch their name in history.
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Andre Davis
May 21, 2025
Thierry Henry: The King of Highbury History & Legends
Few players in football history have left as indelible a mark on their club as Thierry Henry did for Arsenal FC. Revered by fans, feared by opponents, and celebrated by pundits, Henry didn't just play football; he redefined it. His accomplishments with Arsenal and influence on the Premier League have cemented his status as not only one of the greatest to wear the club’s colors but one of the finest players in football history.
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Andre Davis
May 21, 2025
Is the Premier League Still the Best League in the World? Opinion & Editorials
The Premier League is often hailed as the pinnacle of domestic football, renowned for its global fanbase, star-studded teams, and intense matches. But as football evolves and other leagues make significant strides, the question arises—is the Premier League still the best league in the world, or has it simply become the richest?
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Tasha Bryant
May 20, 2025
Are Football Managers Becoming Celebrities? Opinion & Editorials
Football has always been a sport that transcends boundaries. The players, with their flair, skill, and charisma, have traditionally commanded the lion’s share of public interest. But in recent years, there’s been a shifting narrative in the beautiful game.
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Tasha Bryant
May 20, 2025
Remembering Johan Cruyff: A Pioneer of Total Football History & Legends
Few figures in football have left a legacy as profound as Johan Cruyff. Equal parts player, philosopher, and visionary, Cruyff revolutionized the game with his artistry, intelligence, and unwavering belief in the beautiful game's potential.
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Jake Morrison
May 20, 2025
How Brazil 1970 Changed World Football Forever History & Legends
From the electrifying roar of Estadio Azteca to the unforgettable sight of Pelé lifting the Jules Rimet trophy, Brazil’s triumph in the 1970 FIFA World Cup remains one of football’s most iconic moments. For many, it wasn’t just a tournament win; it was a revolution.
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Jake Morrison
May 20, 2025