Islands in the sun

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

The swashbuckling Islanders won’t die wondering in a group that some have labelled the Pool of Death

The Islanders will bring their famed physicality but may find life tough on their World Cup return

Despite its tiny population, the Faroe Islands has cultivated a football culture all of its own, rooted in rugged landscapes, local rivalries and community spirit

Our speed over ground aboard Polaris reads 16kts. It’s midnight and the black, star-studded sky jigs around overhead. I’m tethered to the helm, watching our instruments like a hawk as I bear away to t

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