Soccer History

Who Invented Soccer?
The question of who invented soccer is a complicated one and there are a number of conflicting beliefs about how the beautiful game started out.

Real Madrid Versus Barcelona: The History of El Clásico
A look at the history of El Clásico between Spain's great rivals Real Madrid and Barcelona.

The Zidane Headbutt
The 2006 World Cup final will always be remembered for the Zinedine Zidane headbutt on Marco Materazzi.

Best Goal Ever
Maradona's effort against England for Argentina at the 1986 World Cup is regarded as the best goal ever.

The Luis Figo Transfer
A look back at the controversial Luis Figo transfer from Barcelona to Real Madrid.

The Andres Escobar Murder
The Andres Escobar murder and how his fate was linked to drug baron Pablo Escobar.

Marc-Vivien Foe's Death
In 2003, Marc-Vivien Foe tragically collapsed and died while playing for Cameroon against Colombia.