Gianni Infantino, the FIFA president, center, in Washington in April. He has overseen the weakening of changes he championed as a candidate for the position. “The 12-page report was intended to save soccer’s governing body, FIFA, in its moment of existential crisis. Filled with reform proposals and drawn up by more than a dozen soccer […]
“After almost nine years in charge and seven major trophies, Jurgen Klopp is leaving Liverpool. He has been one of the most transformative managers in the club’s history and in English football’s modern era. To mark his departure, The Athletic is bringing you The Real Jurgen Klopp, a series of pieces building the definitive portrait of […]
The 1970 FA Cup final replay was a dirty affair. Here, Alan Clarke (left) of Leeds United takes a shot while Chelsea defenders Ron Harris (left) and Dave Webb approach, as the sides take time out from kicking one another. “I recently watched a recording of the 1970 FA Cup final replay with my 12-year-old […]