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One Of The Best Women’s Players In The World Will Officially Not Be At The World Cup

Two more fates were sealed in the fight for the final UEFA berth in the 2019 Women’s World Cup Tuesday night. A few weeks ago, the four second-place teams with the highest point totals in their groups during Women's World Cup qualifying were drawn against each other in two-legged playoffs.

Denmark faced off against the Netherlands in a highly anticipated repeat of last year’s Euro final while Belgium looked to get through Switzerland to step one closer to its first-ever World Cup berth.

Griezmann Compares Mbappé To Young Ronaldo, But The Numbers Aren't Even Close

During Cristiano Ronaldo’s quicksilver rise at Manchester United and with the Portugal national team — which was highlighted by his inclusion in the 2004 UEFA Team of the Year at the tender age of 19 — perhaps no quote better illustrated the winger’s otherworldly talent than the praise heaped on him by United’s golden No. 7, George Best: “There have been a few players described as the new George Best over the years,” he said, “but this is the first time it’s been a compliment to me.”

Presenting One Of The Sweetest Strikes You’ll Ever Witness

Cork City booked its fourth straight trip to the final of the FAI Cup (the Rebel Army has won the last two) after defeating Bohemians 2-1 today, but a two-goal advantage built in the first half was reduced to just one in the 59th minute after Ian Morris absolutely hammered one.

There’s really no excuse for this shot not making its way to the recently discovered dwarf planet The Goblin, which is thought to be orbiting the hypothetical Planet Nine. 

The 2019 Champions League Final Ball Has Leaked, And It’s Perfect For A Snow Storm

As we previously covered and you’ve undoubtedly discovered yourself, the 2018-19 Champions League features an Adidas match ball that’s decidedly bolder in its iconic “starball” design. The white stars imposed alongside blue panels certainly make it more visible on the pitch, especially when play is slowed down or when players are lining up during set piece situations. 

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