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# fall and rise

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2022
The story of how Belgium went from no-hopers to world number one
A look at the history of Belgian football as they prepare for their first World Cup match today.
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Nov 23rd 2022, 8:25 AM
The inspiring story behind Ireland's recent Premier League debutant
Joe Hodge has already endured significant setbacks on his way to elite level.
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Nov 12th 2022, 11:00 AM
What Man United can learn from the reawakening of another European football giant
Karan Tejwani discusses his new book, Glorious Reinvention: The Rebirth of Ajax Amsterdam.
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May 14th 2022, 9:10 AM
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How Bray's local hero fell in love with football again
One year on from having to pay for his own knee operation, Hugh Douglas is thriving.
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Oct 19th 2019, 8:00 PM
The fall and rise of a former Ireland and Premier League teenage sensation
Keith O’Neill recalls the “devastating” end to his international career and the ups and downs of his relationship with Mick McCarthy.
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Mar 23rd 2019, 8:00 AM