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Examining Russian Football: Where Does it Stand Following the 2018 World Cup Boom?

Examining Russian Football: Where Does it Stand Following the 2018 World Cup Boom?

The 2018 World Cup is a distant memory by now. A year and a half after the big summer party in Russia, it’s time to examine how Russian football is coping. The local pool of players and their development, the infrastructure, and the competitiveness of the league - what are there situation heading into the new decade?

Victor Osimhen's Story: From Street Hawking to Becoming Ligue 1's Hotshot

Victor Osimhen's Story: From Street Hawking to Becoming Ligue 1's Hotshot

Victor Osimhen had a difficult childhood in Nigeria, but he overcame the obstacles and now he is perhaps the most promising Nigerian talent. At only 20 years of age, the sky is the limit for the Lagos youngster.

Pressing for Success: Salzburg and Jesse Marsch are a Perfect Match

Pressing for Success: Salzburg and Jesse Marsch are a Perfect Match

American manager Jesse Marsch is leading Red Bull Salzburg to a great season so far. Today, he can make it a dream season and shock the world, if his team will defeat Liverpool, and qualify to the Champions League knockout stage on their expense.