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A selection of FirstTouch's best football writing, brought to you by emerging journalists, collaborators, and fans.
FirstTouch’s Top 10 Female Players of 2019
Check out our pick of top 10 female players of year.
Is VAR a superhero or a villain in the future of global football?
Even after having a major run out in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, VAR looked all new during the women’s world cup and particularly the Copa America, dishing out some fresh controversies. Even Messi came out a supposed victim of the technology more than once. But what is it really to global football, a friend or a foe?
2019 WWC Review: Five Breakout Stars of the Tournament (Stars of the future)
A 23-year-old all-time top goal scorer for her nation, two young midfield maestros who seemingly drink ice for breakfast, an audacious forward who is in the top 0.01% when it comes to dribbles and tricks, and finally an explosive African queen, the face of the continent’s football both now and in the near future. They are all here. Our fast five of all the breakout stars at the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
February Week 3 Quotes: FT's Top News From Around The Globe
What was your favorite quote from the past crazy week of football? Check out our favorites as we summarize the top soccer news from around the world in quotes.
FT 2019 Preview: Will MLS teams have to adjust to a new era?
The MLS is fast becoming a hub of talent for the most respected clubs in world football. Soccer as we know it in America, may be changing for the foreseeable future.
Feature: Why are people so crazy about football?
Why do we all love the game as much as we do?