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  • It's never too late

    It's never too late

    Friday 2 October 2009

    Football history is full of heart-stopping finishes. FIFA.com explores some of the more famous last-gasp goals and looks at the players who got them.

  • Following in famous footsteps

    Following in famous footsteps

    Friday 18 September 2009

    From Paolo Maldini to Laurent Platini, the sons of famous players have found varying levels of success taking the baton from their fathers.

  • The thinking man's player

    The thinking man's player

    Friday 21 August 2009

    Though it is considered rare for footballers to be as learned as they are technically gifted, there are some exceptions to this rule, as FIFA.com reveals.

  • Football's elder statesmen

    Football's elder statesmen

    Friday 7 August 2009

    FIFA.com reflects on the achievements of footballers who belied their birth certificates and continued playing until after their 40th birthdays.

  • Tension from 12 yards

    Tension from 12 yards

    Friday 31 July 2009

    FIFA.com takes a closer look at the art, history, physics and psychology of the penalty, one of the most nerve-jangling parts of the beautiful game.

  • Small countries, big names

    Small countries, big names

    Friday 24 July 2009

    Some of the greatest players in history hailed from less reputable footballing nations. FIFA.com takes you on a journey to revisit a few of the best.

 
                                                 

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