Soccer is played all over the World in many different guises and styles. This article gives details on some of the casual games played in England.

Diego Armando Maradona was the best footballer the world has ever seen. A controversial character that oozed undisputable talent. Many Argentine players have been labelled 'the next Maradona'. This article looks at theses players.

This article looks over some of the more memorable moments from soccer referees over the years.

The biggest surprise of the weekend and possibly the shock result of the season was the Arsenal's capitulation against Hull City at the Emirates. Manchester City also failed miserably against the odds.

A look at how the acquisition of David Beckham by American club LA Galaxy is indicative of the modern trend in football to secure players that will sell the most merchandise.

Earlier this week, an interesting precedent was set in soccer. And it didn't happen in the big money spinning leagues of Europe, it look place in Australia's A-League. On the weekend, Brazilian player Fabiano, who plays for Melbourne Victory was sent off in disgrace for spitting at another player. And rightly so. Such action is not tolerable in society, let alone on the soccer pitch.

Some have already moved the Manchester United doomsday clock closer to midnight. They point out that recent performances and results are enough to suggest that Manchester United's Premier League's title defence is already becoming an big uncertainty. But they are wrong.

Pompey's 08/09 season is just underway and Portsmouth fans couldn't be happier. It appears the Blue Army is geared up for another exciting season.

Yet another celebrity figure has been spotted on a Spain holiday recently. Soccer star Peter Crouch was photographed relaxing aboard a sailboat just off the coast of Ibiza.

They say football is more than just a game. For many clubs and coaches it is, as they engage in verbal warfare before a ball has been kicked. And it's all one big complete distraction to the main spectacle.