Duncan Edwards was an exceptional talent, with little to no flaws in his game. A giant on the pitch, roughing up opponents everywhere he went with his extraordinary physique. For many fans at the time, Duncan was destined to be …
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In the realm of football management, certain figures stand out as revolutionaries. Pioneers who not only change the sport for good through their success and innovation but through the exquisite football they play. With an unwavering commitment to attractive, attacking …
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In the last few years, Australian football has taken a quite sudden uptick in popularity, capturing the imagination of Aussies all over the shop. Much like the emergence of lots of new online casinos in the Australian market, Australian football …
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In a year which was defined by shocks and giant killings (Greece’s Euro 2004 triumph and FC Porto winning the UCL spring to mind), the 2004 Ballon d’Or award went to Ukrainian striker Andriy Shevchenko after his goals help AC …
The Flamengo-Fluminense Derby, also known as Fla-Flu, is one of the fiercest and most traditional football rivalries in Brazil. It brings together two of Rio de Janeiro’s most iconic clubs: Clube de Regatas do Flamengo, commonly known as Flamengo, and …
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Zinedine Zidane won the Ballon d’Or. It’s no surprise and comfortably ranks as one of the Ballon d’Or’s least controversial winners. Zinedine Zidane needs little introduction in being one of the greatest midfielders to grace the game. Zidane was unmatched …
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Hector Rial was an inside forward (attacking midfielder nowadays), who was part of the great Real Madrid side that dominated the early years of the European Cup, winning the first five tournaments. He was also ahead of his time by …
1993. The year that Princess Diana divorced Prince Charles, and more importantly, the year that “The Divine Ponytail” was awarded The Ballon d’Or. Roberto Baggio, who mainly played second striker, or as an attacking midfielder for many teams in his …
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Eric Cantona is one of the greatest footballers of his generation, flamboyant, at times a controversial maverick of an entertainer, and undoubtedly one of the most influential players of the English Premier League era. The Early Years Eric Daniel Pierre …
It may be an individual award, but football clubs and their respective fans take great pride in a player plying their trade at the club they support winning a Ballon d’Or. You can also check out our list of the …
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