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First-World Conundrums. If you had to choose?

June 8, 2016 by Phillip Dimitriadis 29 Comments

Phil Dimitriadis is hoping the Almanac community can help solve some of his first-world sporting, political and entertainment conundrums.

Muhammad Ali and Parkinson, the Interviews

June 8, 2016 by davep 3 Comments

In a tribute to Muhammad Ali, here is a selection of interviews conducted by Michael Parkinson

Ali: Boxer, campaigner, doodler

June 7, 2016 by Hamish Neal 1 Comment

Hamish Neal was aware of Muhammad Ali’s boxing career and in the past two days discovered more about the man and legend.

Muhammad Ali: In Louisville, he’s finally The Greatest

June 7, 2016 by GlennB 5 Comments

Glenn Brownstein has returned from Australia to his home near Louisville, Kentucky, where you might guess what the top story is.

Where were you for the Thrilla in Manila, October 1, 1975?

June 6, 2016 by John Harms 14 Comments

We would love to hear your memories of this fight, this day (where were you and what were you doing?) and of Muhammad Ali and his time.

Once Were Warriors – Remembering Muhammad Ali

June 6, 2016 by Peter_B 8 Comments

Peter Baulderstone remembers Muhammad’s Ali life as it unfolded and his impact in changing the culture and attitudes in the 60s.

Almanac Soccer: Let’s Look Back at the Euros – Euro ’96 (England)

June 6, 2016 by Dennis Gedling 2 Comments

Euro 16 starts this week and Denis Gedling is bringing Almanac readers up to date with past Championships. This edition is Euro 96 in England with Gazza, Guus and Germany.

Almanac Weekend Sports Results 05-06-16

June 6, 2016 by Almanac Admin Leave a Comment

All the weekend’s football scores and a few other tantalising tidbits.

Muhammad Ali

June 4, 2016 by Neil Drysdale 16 Comments

Neil Drysdale pens a wonderful tribute to the late, great Muhammad Ali. Add your Ali tributes and memories.

AFL Rule 35 – The Biggest Game in Town: An analysis of the AFL’s vilification policy

June 2, 2016 by Almanac Admin 1 Comment

The Biggest Game in Town: An analysis of the AFL’s vilification policy, aside from being beautifully written, is a work of serious research and importance. I encourage you to read this extract and purchase a copy.

Almanac Soccer: Gazza’s Tears, The Lions of Cameroon and Pavarotti’s Nessun Dorma: The 1990 World Cup Revisited

June 2, 2016 by chrism76 2 Comments

Was the World Cup Italy 1990 England’s last hurrah on the International stage? chrism76 suggests England proved to be the big winners of the tournament.

Almanac Soccer: The Tykes make it

June 2, 2016 by Rodoaten Leave a Comment

There’s not much joy in following the Bombers this year for Rod Oaten. Luckily, Coburg and Barnsley are giving him something.

Almanac Rugby League – Five Metre Gap: Origin I, 2016

June 2, 2016 by Hamish Neal Leave a Comment

Hamish Neal gives State of Origin Game 1 the Five Metre Gap analysis. Solid defence and the Qld halves kicking game late in 2nd half the difference.

Almanac Weekend Sports Results 29/5/16

May 30, 2016 by Almanac Admin Leave a Comment

The latest football results from around Australia and sporting results from around the world.

Almanac Soccer: Let’s Look Back at the Euros – Euro ’76 (Yugoslavia)

May 26, 2016 by Dennis Gedling Leave a Comment

Euro ’76 was held in Yugoslavia, would Czechoslovakia take their first title or was West Germany going to go back to back? Dennis Gedling provides another classic in the build up to Euro ’16.