Long Read Features

RANKED! North America is home to amazing stadiums, but some are way better to watch soccer in than others

LONG READ As Central Asia prepares to be represented at the World Cup for the first time by Uzbekistan, FFT visited the region to witness a European match near the Chinese border

Chelsea and Manchester City could face a disproportionate number of injuries in the Premier League this season

Newcastle United are reportedly close to adding Aaron Ramsdale to Eddie Howe's squad after missing out on the signing of James Trafford

Lee Grant took on his first managerial role at Huddersfield Town in May and is hoping to oversee a complete change of fortunes

For the first time since 1970, an England senior team attempt to defend their title – the Lionesses haven’t had things all their own way since Euro 2022, but they’re determined to retain their crown

England Euros winners were crowned in 2022 but what are the players doing now?

LONG READ After one of the worst seasons in recent memory, Ajax found themselves standing on the brink of an unlikely 37th Eredivisie title but they blew it in spectacular style

LONG READ From El Tel to John Barnes, footballers once delivered a string of memorable tunes and even the odd No.1 - FFT salutes a lost tradition

LONG READ Just shy of its 133rd birthday, Goodison Park hosts its final Everton match – English football's last link to a bygone era will go with it…