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

Women’s Football

Palmeiras’ long-serving boss Abel Ferreira is aiming for his third Copa crown with an exciting group of players

Hearts could be about to create more drama in Scottish football and overturn the Old Firm, says Simon Barnes

The Moroccan champions might be competition debutants but they are right among the favourites for this season’s continental trophy

The USA were soundly beaten at Bethpage Black, suffering the first home Ryder Cup defeat in 13 years. Where did it go wrong and what has to change? Nick Bonfield investigates...