Great Goals

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Following the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar, we present you with surprising stories about football in the Low Countries.

history Jurryt van de Vooren

7 min reading time

How a Blue-Collar Team Reached the Top. Feyenoord versus Sparta Rotterdam

The development of both Rotterdam teams is closely linked to the most important social evolution in football shortly after World War I.

society Dries Vanysacker

7 min reading time

'Farmers' versus 'Snobs'. The Social Fault Lines Between Club Brugge and Cercle Brugge

The proverbial rivalry between the two football teams from Bruges dates back to the end of the 19th century.

society San F. Yezerskiy

7 min reading time

Sibling Rivalry. Playing Football for the Honour of the Low Countries

Why do the eyes of every Belgian football fan shine every time the Red Devils defeat the Dutch team? There is a sporting and historical reason for that.

society Dirk Vandenberghe

10 min reading time

Football Can Save the World (A Little Bit)

Football is unquestionably big business, but many clubs and organisations also use their popularity to engage in community service projects.

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Going for Gold

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