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Getting angry at the wrong flag

A Ukrainian fan drew the ire of his hosts, even though they'd probably agree with his intentions.

3 years ago

When footballers have the wrong passport

Cuba's national team lost the chance to qualify for the Gold Cup because they could not get their U.S. visas…

3 years ago

Macedonian debut marred by an Austrian’s racist tirade

Tensions between Serbia and Albania surfaced in a game – and a tournament – which involved neither of them.

4 years ago

Nationalism, fashion and football: Ukraine’s new shirt

UEFA found itself (again) in the middle of a political spat between Ukraine and Russia.

4 years ago

That Egypt-Israel match that never happened

Now that football has returned to our lives, we take a look at a match that was cancelled during the…

5 years ago

If he scores another few, the world could be a better place

Researchers suggest that a footballer’s on-pitch success in England could lead to a sharp decline in hate crime. This is…

5 years ago

Choosing between hospitals, schools and stadiums

As a Paraguayan legend came out to condemn his nation’s bid for the World Cup, a few words about the…

7 years ago

A narrow escape, a triumph and two tragedies

The night when football held its breath in shock, but also remembered why it is the beautiful game.

7 years ago

Caught between club and country

Two Iranian footballers faced punishment by their football federation over playing in a Europa League tie against the ‘enemy.’

7 years ago

Banners, fireworks, and fines

Our monthly round-up of fan violence, racist behaviour and illicit banners that drew UEFA’s attention features Legia, Hajduk, and Partizan.…

7 years ago