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Anísio Cabral – The Rising Portuguese Centre-Forward
Anísio Cabral is not the next Cristiano Ronaldo, nor the next Eusébio. He is the first Anísio Cabral: a compact, left-footed, transition-hungry centre-forward who, at just 17, has already outscored most European peers in high-stakes youth tournaments. Winner of the 2024 U17 European Championship, top scorer contender at the 2025 U17 World Cup, and Benfica’s…
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Sasha from Shamkir: The Forgotten King of Azerbaijani Football
In the 1990s, when Azerbaijani football was still finding its post-Soviet identity, one man in a small western town dared to dream big. His name was Shahbaz Suleymanov, but everyone knew him simply as Sasha from Shamkir — the man who turned a struggling local team into a two-time national champion. A successful entrepreneur…
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25 years on: Remembering Leeds United’s win at Lazio
At the final whistle on 2 May 2004, Bolton Wanderers’ Reebok Stadium witnessed an astonishing outpouring. In the away section, inconsolable children and howling adults – some shirtless – were the picture of despair. Their team, Leeds United, had just lost 4-1 and been effectively relegated from the Premiership. On the pitch, a distraught…
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Did Chelsea lose out on their next ‘Drogba’ in Victor Osimhen?
Victor Osimhen led Galatasaray to a domestic double last season before sealing a permanent move to the club this summer. With the Nigerian National team, Osimhen’s plaudits are no less. In just 44 games, he’s just six goals behind the legendary Rashidi Yekini in Nigeria’s all-time goalscorer list. Two seasons ago, the 26-year-old fell…
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Mathys Tel: Tottenham’s French Forward
From Hugo Lloris to Moussa Sissoko, from Younes Kaboul to David Ginola, Tottenham Hotspur have had their fair share of impressive Frenchmen in recent years. The latest Frenchman to start his journey at Tottenham is none other than Mathys Henri Tel. Born on April 27, 2005 to Guadeloupean parents, Tel was raised in Sarcelles,…
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Mika Biereth: Monaco’s Next Top Striker?
Mika Biereth was one of the most talked about young players in Europe last season. The Danish forward scored 13 times in 19 games for AS Monaco following his January transfer from Austrian outfit Sturm Graz. Unfortunately though, Biereth has struggled to find form this season, but what are his biggest qualities, and does he…
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Tyler Morton: From Liverpool Outcast To Lyon Star
It wasn’t long ago that Tyler Morton was walking out at Anfield for Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League. Delivering a performance against Porto, which received praise from the likes of Thiago Alcantara and had fans hailing the then-teenager as the future. With impressive loan spells at Blackburn Rovers and Hull City to follow,…
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Aleksey Batrakov: Lokomotiv Moscow’s Rising Midfield Conductor
Over the past decade, Russian football has quietly drifted from the European spotlight. Since the country’s exclusion from major international competitions and continental club tournaments, the next generation of Russian talent has been largely hidden from view. Yet the nation continues to produce technically refined, creative midfielders; players in the lineage of Alan Dzagoev and…
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What Makes a Betting Site Trustworthy? A Player’s Checklist
Choosing a betting site can feel like walking into a busy street full of bright signs and loud promises. Everyone says they’re the best. Everyone says they’re safe. But how do you really know? I’ve been there. Clicking around, reading reviews, and wondering if my money is in good hands. The good news is this.…
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Core Banking Modernization in Africa – Boost Efficiency & Innovation
The modernize core banking in Africa is undergoing a profound transformation. As digital technologies reshape consumer expectations and economic activities, financial institutions are recognizing the urgent need to upgrade their foundational systems. This process, known as core banking modernization, is not just a technical update; it represents a strategic shift that unlocks unprecedented efficiency, fosters…
