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The potential to surprise

According to Sean Ellicott, Belgium will enter the 2014 FIFA World Cup as the tournament’s biggest dark horses.

The time is now for Portugal

Sean Munaweera takes a look at the Portugal squad ahead of the FIFA World Cup and assesses their chances.

Donovan omission a nod to the future

The USA’s decision to leave leading scorer Landon Donovan out of its World Cup squad is a sign of things to come, writes Tom Parker.

Messi looks for clean sweep

Can Lionel Messi only be considered the greatest footballer of all time if he carries Argentina to World Cup glory? Justin Falconer explores.

Under the weight of expectation

Riley Beveridge examines a Brazil team bursting with talent, yet still living under the intense pressure of a nation that demands success.

Limited forward options hinder Greece

After naming its final 23-man squad, Ellen Roumeliotis believes Greece needs to strengthen its attack in Brazil to take the next step.

Bolts from the true blue

A youthful Socceroos squad was typified by the addition of uncapped duo Bailey Wright and Ben Halloran, writes Riley Beveridge.

Bye to the bump?

Callum Godde explores the bump’s place in the AFL after Jack Viney’s rescinded suspension clouded its future once more.

Profiling Ange’s hopefuls

Riley Beveridge gives you the lowdown on every member of Australia’s preliminary 30-man squad for the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

Costa living

FIFA’s rules regarding international players could have a huge impact in determining the winners of the 2014 World Cup, writes Evan Young.

Fortress Selhurst

Crystal Palace’s fightback against Liverpool capped a remarkable revival to secure its Premier League status, writes Riley Beveridge.

Heart rebrand will hurt passion

FFA must be weary of supporters’ interest as Manchester City push for a full re-brand of Melbourne Heart, writes Naim Kurt.

Foxes provide EPL promotion blueprint

Leicester City’s journey from League One to the Premier League is down to a refreshing change of approach, writes Riley Beveridge.

United’s defence in good stead

David Moyes must again get his tactics and squad selection right when Manchester United faces Bayern Munich in the morning, writes Paul Murphy.