Liverpool, Napoli and the Problem With Systems As system clubs start to falter, the future seems to belong to the teams and coaches who are willing to be a little more flexible.
France’s World Cup Team Shows That the Country Is Changing A multicultural team at the World Cup won’t cure France of racism. But it shows that another France is possible.
France’s Karim Benzema Is Out of World Cup The forward was seen as critical to the title hopes of a France team already hit hard by injuries.
The Champions League’s Drama Is Worth Savoring, and Saving The Champions League’s late-stage drama is a feature, not a bug. Let’s hope no one messes that up.
Karim Benzema Carries Real Madrid Over Chelsea Three goals confirm what should have been obvious long ago: Benzema is Real Madrid’s brain, and its heart.