Top 20 Iconic Football Celebrations - Ranked!
From Cantona's collar to Klinsmann's dive, we rank the most unforgettable goal celebrations in football history that became cultural moments.
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Father-Son Hat-Trick Dynasties in Football
Discover the exclusive club of footballing families where both father and son have scored a hat-trick for the same team. A fascinating look at goalscoring lineage.
Arsenal's Unlikely 1980s Double: Gunners vs Port Vale
A deep dive into Arsenal's remarkable 1986-87 campaign, where a victory over Port Vale secured a unique cup double that remains a cherished anomaly in the club's storied history.
School history 'minimises women's role', report finds
A major new study finds that women's pivotal roles in history are being systematically minimised in UK classrooms, with lessons overwhelmingly focused on male figures and narratives.
Mazower's vital history of the word 'Antisemitism'
Acclaimed historian Mark Mazower delivers a powerful and timely examination of the word 'antisemitism,' tracing its political origins and dangerous evolution in a new must-read book.
Wrexham's 1934 Pit Disaster Records to Go on Public Display
Previously unseen archives detailing the 1934 Gresford Colliery disaster, one of Britain's worst mining tragedies, are set for public display near the original site in Wrexham, offering a poignant glimpse into the past.
Hepburn's Secret Beverly Hills 'Gay House' for Sale
The historic Beverly Hills home secretly shared by Hollywood icon Katharine Hepburn and her rumoured lover, socialite Laura Harding, hits the market. Discover the story behind the legendary 'gay house' and its glamorous, hidden past.
Liverpool's European Ban: The Heysel & Millwall Legacy
An in-depth look at the controversial 1985 ban on English clubs in Europe, sparked by the Heysel disaster and Liverpool's connection to the Millwall riots, and its lasting legacy on the beautiful game.
WWII Brothers Died Hours Apart in Battle of Britain
The poignant tale of two British brothers, both RAF pilots, who lost their lives within hours of each other during the Battle of Britain. Discover their heroic legacy and the memorial that now honours their ultimate sacrifice.
Botswana's Gaborone United Ladies make CAF Champions League history
Gaborone United Ladies from Botswana create football history by qualifying for the CAF Women's Champions League, becoming the first Southern African club to reach the tournament's group stages.
History Podcast Breaks Records with Epic Australia Tour
History podcast giants Dominic Sandbrook and Tom Holland are taking their chart-topping show, The Rest Is History, on an unprecedented live tour to Australia, selling out stadiums and redefining the power of historical storytelling.
UK's Best History Universities 2025 Revealed
The Guardian's 2025 league table unveils the best UK universities for studying History, with Cambridge retaining the top spot while London institutions dominate the upper ranks.
Top UK Universities for History of Art 2025 Revealed
The Guardian's 2025 league table unveils the best UK universities for History of Art. Discover which institutions lead in teaching quality, student satisfaction, and graduate prospects in this prestigious field.
High Heels: A Queen's Vengeful Invention Against Rival
A startling new historical biography uncovers the dark and vengeful origins of the high heel, tracing it back to a plot by the 16th-century French Queen, Catherine de' Medici, driven by jealousy and a desire to humiliate her husband's mistress.
Premier League's Bizarre Three-Kit Matches Explained
Discover the strange but true stories behind Premier League kit clashes that forced teams to mix and match three different strips in a single match.
Kane Breaks Owen's Competitive England Goal Record
England captain Harry Kane has officially surpassed Michael Owen to become the nation's all-time top scorer in competitive international matches, cementing his legendary status.
Brazil's 1970 World Cup: Football's Cultural Revolution
Exclusive extract from Jonathan Wilson's new book reveals how Brazil's 1970 World Cup winners became cultural icons, blending footballing genius with a powerful anti-dictatorship message that captivated the world.
Lost 1870s blueprints reveal London's ghost Grand Central station
Exclusive: Unearthed 19th-century architectural plans by Perceval Parsons expose the colossal rail terminus that was never built, a forgotten rival to London's St Pancras.
Secret portrait suggests Shakespeare had a male lover
A newly authenticated 17th-century miniature portrait reveals compelling evidence of a close, possibly romantic relationship between William Shakespeare and his literary patron, the Earl of Southampton. Art experts and historians are re-evaluating the Bar
The Stolen Crown: The Heist That Threatened James I's Rule
Historian Tracy Borman uncovers the shocking theft of a priceless crown from James I's treasury, a brazen heist that threatened the very legitimacy of the Stuart monarchy in her new book, 'The Stolen Crown'.
The Political Ban That Stopped Joe Frazier Fighting in the UK
Exclusive look at the British Boxing Board of Control's 1960s ban on Smokin' Joe Frazier, a shocking decision rooted in politics that denied UK fans a legendary showdown.
Sir Alf Ramsey's Haunting Racist Regret Revealed
Exclusive insight into the private torment of World Cup-winning manager Sir Alf Ramsey, who was haunted for decades by a racist remark made to his own player.
The tragic true story behind Ferrari's famous logo
The iconic Ferrari prancing horse emblem has a poignant and heroic origin story, born from a national tragedy and a mother's enduring love. Discover the First World War tale that led to the creation of a motoring legend.
1920s newspaper article reveals shockingly modern relationship advice
A newly unearthed newspaper column from 1923 exposes remarkably progressive advice for men on marriage and relationships, proving that modern dating dilemmas are anything but new.
Lesbian pop-up defied Hurricane Katrina devastation
The remarkable story of Grrlspot, a pop-up lesbian dance party that became a beacon of hope and defiance in the immediate, chaotic aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans.
Football's Most Incredible Phone Calls: Test Your Knowledge
Test your knowledge of football's most bizarre and iconic moments that happened not on the pitch, but over the phone. From transfer sagas to managerial meltdowns, how many do you remember?
Unseen Photos of Black Britain's Great Depression
A powerful new photographic archive surfaces, casting light on the resilience and overlooked narratives of Black communities across the UK during the 1930s economic collapse.
Poles Forcibly Conscripted by Nazis Then Fought for Allies
New research uncovers the extraordinary story of thousands of Polish men forced into Nazi service who later defected to join Allied forces, a hidden chapter of WWII history finally coming to light.
Cooks' Cottage relocation row sparks reconciliation debate
Fitzroy Gardens' iconic Cooks' Cottage faces a controversial proposal to relocate to Victoria's parliament precinct as a gesture of Aboriginal reconciliation, sparking intense debate about historical preservation versus colonial legacy.
Ancient Crosses Emerge from Goodwin Sands Revealing Lost History
A startling archaeological discovery unfolds off the Kent coast as shifting sands unveil ancient stone crosses, offering a tantalising glimpse into a medieval world lost to the sea for centuries.
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