Author: Janet Huvaj
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Purchasing a Body
“Injured. Out for three weeks.” Let’s be honest for a moment: unless there’s a deep, personal bond with the athlete, our first thought upon hearing this news isn’t usually, “Oh, I wonder if it hurts.” Instead, the fixture list immediately…
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World Cup Chronicles: Wake Up, It’s Time for a Pint
Football’s greatest trick isn’t played out on the pitch; it’s hidden within the ticking of the clock. As the countdown to the 2026 World Cup begins, that strange sense of “time-warp” we first felt 24 years ago is stirring once…
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Towards the World Cup: The Collapse of Italy and the Ghosts of Mussolini
The countdown to the World Cup has begun! While some argue that the magic has waned, it remains an undeniable truth that this grand spectacle is still the largest and most anticipated event on the planet. Before we immerse ourselves in the…
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Exiled to the Periphery: The Displaced Stadiums and the Transformation of Football Culture
A series of polls have been quietly circulating on social media lately. This question, clearly gauging the pulse of the supporters, is framed around the potential relocation of Fenerbahçe’s fortress, the Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium. Yet, in Istanbul, the image of…
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Does Anfield’s Famous Proximity Pose a Modern Risk?
The Champions League clash between Liverpool and Galatasaray at Anfield was a stark reminder of the thin line between an electrifying atmosphere and athlete safety. While the night was meant to be a celebration of European football, it was marred…