Following their third World Cup triumph in four tournaments Brazil embarked on a world tour taking on anyone who dared step up and play them. The Brazilian National Team went to the likes of the newly formed UAE and also played Plymouth Argyle at Home Park in front of 40,000 people. The most interesting of all these games however, took place at Lansdowne Road in Dublin.
Read MoreHad enough sport yet? Of course not, after a congested Christmas period of football, rugby, Horse racing and Darts we are entering the period where we get to enjoy the more niche elements of competitive international football. Before the UEFA European Championships this summer we are graced with its African and Asian counterparts in January, and I have found a team competing in each tournament that you must keep an eye on if you have an interest in watching the tournaments.
Read MoreThe majority of blame for the problems we have seen in Qatar ultimately always come back to FIFA, for hosting such a socially important event in such a controversial area at odds with the idea that football is an inclusive sport which should benefit all people involved.
Read MoreThis tournament has sparked controversy from the moment the decision to allow Qatar to host the tournament was made in 2010
Read MoreThis is a seismic feat which, like Northern Ireland Women qualifying for the Euros, will inspire a whole new generation of females to follow the national team and take up the sport. Playing on the biggest stage should also help propel these player’s careers to new heights.
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