
Celebrating the folklore, heroes, triumphs and culture behind the most influential nations in football.

Italy is one of the most impassioned and significant of footballing nations. The four-time World Cup winners are renowned for their defensive nous and passion, the product of Serie A, one of the game's most cut-throat leagues.

With a surprisingly long association with football and the preeminent women's team, the USA is a bona fide football nation.

The CONCACAF region is rich and varied, dominated by Mexico, and takes center stage as it hosts the 2026 World Cup.

The greatest underachievers in world football, Belgium have proven adept at qualifying for major tournaments but failing to make the most of the likes of Kevin de Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku, and Thibaut Courtois.