The psychological challenges of recovering from long term injuries

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by Anirudh Madhavan - March 11, 2020

Sport is a canvas for mankind’s imagination. A most beautiful painting where we see mental thought and creativity combine with wonderful, mind-bending feats of physical prowess. Different sports provide different things for fans to enjoy. Yet football stirs up intense passions, often far more powerful and emotive than any other

Manchester City’s Ban and Financial Fair Play – Is It As Fair As It Could Be?

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by Aaryan Parasnis - February 26, 2020

In the wake of the reigning Premier League champions Manchester City's ban, lots of eyebrows have been raised. There are quite a few big questions floating around. Most prominently: what they did, how did UEFA find out, are they really guilty, whether or not the punishment meted out to the

Sutras from The Clairefontaine and a Thai Cave

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by EADF Feed - July 26, 2018October 2, 2019

Incredible lessons from a football field in Russia and a flooded cave in Thailand. The French team lifted the world cup and 12 boys were miraculously found and rescued against all odds. Did coaching matter? This article is brought to you by Mansi Kapoor of Cult Altered. “Everything you go through has

Kylian Mbappé Inspires France To a Memorable Win Against The Argentinians

World Cup 2018

by Ganapathi Ramanathan - June 30, 2018October 1, 2019

Kylian Mbappé is fondly called Donatello by his French counterparts, not after the artist, but after a popular cartoon character. However, tonight in Kazan, the boy resembled a wild, fast and ferocious connoisseur of the arts, as he orchestrated the downfall of a team that hoped to rise above the

France and Denmark Play Out Most Boring Game of This World Cup

World Cup 2018

by Srinivas Sadhanand - June 26, 2018October 1, 2019

Despite the sense of recreation that was exuded by the French camp following their two consecutive victories over Australia and Peru that sealed their spot in the round of 16 and Didier Deschamps equaling his predecessor Raymond Domenech’s exceptional record 79-match reign at the helm, the former Juventus coach would

Mbappé Finds the Net As Les Bleus Get Across The Line

World Cup 2018

by Kabir Ali - June 21, 2018October 1, 2019

In what seems to be something of a recurring theme this World Cup, the underdog gave a really good account of themselves against one of the favourites. Peru were the latest side to join the 'nearly' men as they came within reach of toppling France but instead bowed out of

Pogba secures all 3 points for France with late deflected winner

World Cup 2018

by Srivaths Parasuraman - June 16, 2018October 1, 2019

When you gaze into the electric blue eyes of Antoine Griezmann, you realise they that they don't produce the same steely effect as a certain number 7 from Portugal, or even the magical aura of a diminutive Argentinian. His are a playful carefree kind, which know to play the beautiful

Who will be the talisman for France this time around?

World Cup 2018

by Siddharth Nair - June 12, 2018October 1, 2019

It was supposed to be France’s time, as the rampant host nation were overwhelming favourites to lift the 2016 Euros in their backyard. The team was steadily building its confidence and were gathering momentum before their high octane clash against the reigning world champions, Germany in the semi-finals. It was the final before the

World Cup Group C Analysis: France and Denmark Front Runners

World Cup 2018

by Anirudh Madhavan - June 9, 2018October 1, 2019

By Anirudh Madhavan Group E is a well-balanced mix of teams, comprising of France, Denmark, Peru and Australia. It features diverse styles of football, from the off the cuff brilliance of France to the solid tactical Australian approach. While France will aim to win the tournament, the likes of Peru and

France down Italy, as Dembele nets a stunner.

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by EADF Feed - June 2, 2018

Reuters France showed the full range of their attacking weapons as they continued their preparations for the World Cup in convincing fashion with a 3-1 win over Italy in a friendly on Friday. Roberto Mancini's second game in charge of Italy, who did not qualify for the World Cup, provided a decent

France World Cup Preview – Les Bleus’ time is now

World Cup 2018

by Kabir Ali - October 17, 2017October 1, 2019

It seemed to take an eternity for Eder’s shot to streak across the turf and into the back of the net. Portugal had been through the misery of losing to an underdog at home, as they did against Greece in 2004, and all of France that saw the ball trickle

Nasri and Kondogbia make switches!

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by Varun Purty - August 21, 2017January 17, 2018

Antalyaspor signs Nasri. Image via Daily Sabah. (https://goo.gl/U4ks6e) The transfer window sees another absurdity take place as Samir Nasri leaves City for an estimated fee of 3.2 million pounds. Reports confirm his move to Turkish club Antalyaspor. Nasri will be joining the likes of Samuel Eto’o, although reports from the Turkish