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The Best Dutch Premier League XI
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The Netherlands has gifted the Premier League some of its finest players. From Bergkamp’s artistry to Van Dijk’s dominance, here’s the ultimate Dutch XI that shaped the league’s history.
Sir Alex Ferguson’s Final Manchester Derby: United 1–2 City, 2013
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Sir Alex Ferguson’s final Manchester Derby in April 2013 ended in a 2–1 defeat to Manchester City, with a Vincent Kompany own goal and a late Sergio Agüero strike sealing the result. Despite the loss, Ferguson’s overall record in the derby remains impressive: 47 games, 26 wins, 10 draws, and 11 defeats.
Juventus in Serie B: The 2006/07 Season and a Team That Stood Tall
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The 2006/07 season saw Juventus relegated to Serie B, but instead of despair, it became a story of loyalty and resilience. Led by Alessandro Del Piero’s famous words, “A gentleman never leaves his lady,” legends like Buffon, Nedvěd, and Trezeguet stayed to bring the Bianconeri back to Serie A.
The Premier League 500 Club XI: Legends of Longevity
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Only a handful of players have reached 500 or more appearances in the Premier League. From Ryan Giggs’ 632 games at Manchester United to Gareth Barry’s record-breaking 653, this XI celebrates the icons whose consistency, resilience, and talent kept them at the top for decades.
I Challenged Ildefons Lima, Football’s Longest-Serving International, to Name His Greatest XI
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Andorran legend Ildefons Lima, football’s longest-serving international, reveals the greatest XI of players he ever faced. From Buffon in goal to Ronaldo Nazário up front, see the dream team that spans three decades of football history.