Irish Tribes Today: This Irish Times series on pop culture looks at how what we buy, eat, wear, work and share helps create our sense of identity. Part one looks at the rise of the football hipster, a sport that rewards whatever level of attention you wish to give it

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An overblown ceremony but Barca’s talisman is worthy winner of celebrated award

Manchester derby acts as status report on who spent riches more wisely

Anfield side’s urgent display at Emirates suggest latest transition could be successful

For first time in three years Fabregas is in a settled, defined position, at the heart of a club rebuilding with purpose – it’s hard to see why Arsenal didn’t exercise option to resign him

Soft penalty the decisive moment as Brazil run out 3-1 winners against Croatia

Latest slaughter in Australia has captain pondering future in long and short forms

A cull is likely to end the Test career of several top names following the crushing Ashes series defeat

Real Madrid man’s header gives Portugal the edge on a nervous night