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Jean‑Marc Bosman’s 1995 case before the European Court of Justice reshaped football’s transfer system, fueling player mobility, sky‑high wages and a new era of commercialization, while his own life spiraled into tragedy.
Sports Illustrated will release 48 specially commissioned covers for the 2026 World Cup, each crafted by an artist connected to a participating team, celebrating the joy, diversity and community that football inspires.
The Video Assistant Referee was introduced to correct clear errors, but instead it has sparked disputes, altered referee confidence and disrupted the celebration of goals. Recent incidents in Scotland and England illustrate how the system has failed to deliver on its original pledge.