Eoin Mac Raghnaill

Iconic Performances: Fabio ‘The Berlin Wall’ Cannavaro in the 2006 World Cup semi-final

Defenders are invariably omitted from the conversation about the greatest performances of all-time. Outstanding defensive displays are hard to recall and even easier to…

24/06/2026

Iconic Performances: Monstrous Arshavin leaves the Dutch reeling at Euro 2008

Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein illuminates many truths about the modern world. Among them, her cautions on the pitfalls of science are the most profoundly relevant.…

21/06/2026

Iconic Performances: George Best v Benfica, when a Great became a God

Manchester United’s 5-1 demolition of Benfica in 1966 is fondly remembered as one of the greatest away wins in European Cup history. A victory…

29/05/2026

Iconic Duos: Raul and Morientes, a perfect pairing separated too soon

Real Madrid’s illustrious history has been built by a number of era-defining strike partnerships, from Di Stefano and Puskás to Butragueño and Sanchez. Among…

01/02/2026

Iconic Duos: Baby Aguero and peak Forlan ripping up La Liga for Atletico

Atlético Madrid’s return to the summit of Spanish football has been one of the most fascinating revivals in recent memory. The roots of Los…

18/01/2026

Iconic Duos: Desailly and Blanc, The Rock and the President

“He was a monster! Let me tell you, an absolute monster! He could play in defence or midfield, but I think he was better…

15/01/2026

Iconic Duos: Campbell and Toure, Arsenal’s immovable Turbo Trains

At the turn of the century, the passing of the torch – from The Gunners’ old guard to the new – was eased by…

28/12/2025

Iconic Performances: Petr Cech’s heroic showing in the 2012 Champions League final

Being a goalkeeper is a thankless job. On the rare occasions they are afforded a spotlight, those that shine may define their career in…

17/09/2025

Iconic Performances: Pepe’s defensive masterclass against France in the Euro 2016 final

They say your reputation is in the hands of others – you can’t control that. The only thing you can control is your character.…

10/07/2025