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A new European era begins

Exploring the weird and wonderful world of football across FIFA’s 211 member nations –and beyond

SATURDAY 25—FRIDAY 31 OCTOBER 2025

Down the tunnel of Praia’s Estadio Nacional, Dailon Livramento is sitting on the concrete floor with his back against the wall, scrolling through his phone. He has a flag tied tightly around his head

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Looks ahead to the penultimate round of 2025