Robert O'Connor
The Battle for the Last Unclaimed Land on Earth
There have been several attempts to claim Bir Tawil, a region between Egypt and Sudan, over many years, reminding some of the worst excesses of colonialism.
The World’s Youngest Country Wants to Build a New Capital in a Former Rhino Sanctuary
South Sudan is 10 years old, but it's not a particularly happy birthday. Could a custom-built new capital help?
A Brief History of Eurovision Being a Political Hot Mess
From banned entrants to citizens being interrogated for voting for rival countries, Eurovision’s history is littered with bizarre political feuds.
This Is What It's Like to Live in a Country ‘That Doesn't Exist’
6.5 million people across Europe are trying to live normal lives in countries mostly unrecognised by the rest of the world.
"I Just Felt Cheated": Rohan Ricketts Discusses His Nightmare Spell In Moldova
Having signed for Moldovan side FC Dacia in 2010, things quickly went sour for Rohan Ricketts. With wages unpaid, contracts manipulated and legal options seemingly exhausted, his time in Moldova left him disillusioned with the game.
Match-Fixing and Money Laundering: The Bitter Demise of Latvian Soccer
Latvia's top-tier Virsliga lost three clubs last season, with long-running accusations of match-fixing and financial irregularities dogging the Baltic state's domestic division. Is there light at the end of the tunnel?
The Intertoto Cup: European Soccer's Great White Elephant
The Intertoto Cup had no final, no trophy and no winner. So how exactly did the competition survive for almost half a century?
Kosovo Finally Getting UEFA Recognition After 25-Year Wait
With UEFA admitting Kosovo on May 3, the country's 25-year dream of full FIFA membership is almost complete.
"He Had This Self-Destruction in Him" – We Spoke to the Actor Playing Brian Clough on the Stage
Telling the story of Brian Clough's disastrous 44-day spell at Leeds, The Damned United has now been adapted into a play. We spoke with actor Andrew Lancel, the man charged with portraying Old Big 'Ead on the stage.
VICE Sports Q&A: Former Arsenal Player and Current Team Scout Danny Karbassiyoon
Danny Karbassiyoon once played for a cherished Arsenal side. Now, as the team's North American scout, he's in charge of finding the next generation of talent.
North Wales to New York: Onua Obasi's Winding Road Through Football
From the obscurity of Welsh second division football to making inroads in U.S. soccer, Onua Obasi's journey has been anything but simple. That, however, has helped the Englishman to appreciate his good fortune.
Warnings From the Past For Modern Upstarts Leicester City
By simply challenging the established order, Leicester City have achieved something remarkable this season. But history suggests the upcoming period will be the most challenging yet for the Foxes.