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FT's 10 Best Moments of 2018: #3 Morocco 'bullied' opponents
What the Lions of the Atlas did at the 2018 FIFA World Cup can never be forgotten. Absolutely amazing football style even against the fiercest of opponents in the global game.
FT's 10 Best Moments of 2018: #8 The world's brightest talent still rooted in Africa
All doubters of Africa’s potential and impact on the global game were hushed in 2018. Do you remember how?
FT's 10 Best Moments of 2018: #9 Oh hail, King Hakim
The year 2018 introduced us to the Moroccan king who rules not with an iron rod but a left-foot. After winning the Dutch Footballer of the year, Ziyech has dazzled for Ajax in the Eredivisie and Champions League, while leading his nation to AFCON 2019 qualification.
FT World Cup 2018: Live From Russia - Messi vs Iceland
Messi Day, Thunderclaps, and the ultimate trolls. Game 2 had it all!
FirstTouch World Cup 2018 Trailer
Check out our new World Cup 2018 Trailer on our homepage and let us know what you think!
World Cup Rush: Boost for Nigeria as Onyekuru returns from injury
"I have to prove that I'm able and worthy to go and play"
Countdown to Russia 2018
100 days until the big occasion. At least we have Champions League to hold us over right?
Africans Dismiss Racism Fears in Russia Ahead of the 2018 World Cup Finals
Africans currently residing in Russia have brushed aside racism prevalence in Russia in an interview with BBC.