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Olympique de Marseille Rebrand Concept.
Spent some time redesigning the Olympique de Marseille crest as a tribute to the legendary Abedi Pelé.
This isn’t just a rebrand; it’s a celebration of the history the Maestro made with OM.
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International Rugby League Chair Troy Grant has expressed gratitude to Jason Taumalolo on behalf of the game ahead of the inspirational Tonga star's 300th NRL appearance for North Queensland Cowboys.
Taumalolo is the first player of Tongan heritage to reach the milestone and tributes have poured in from around the Pacific and across the game, with Tonga Prime Minister Lord Fakafanua leading a Tongan delegation attending the match against Penrith Panthers.
The superstar forward’s decision to turn his back on New Zealand at the 2017 World Cup to play for Tonga changed international rugby league for the better and inspired the likes of Isaiya Katoa, Payne Haas and Val Holmes to represent their Pacific heritage.
“As the game celebrates Jason’s achievement of playing 300 NRL matches for North Queensland, I would like to take the opportunity to thank him for what he has done for international rugby league,” Grant said.
"Jason’s selfless decision to play for Tonga in 2017 has elevated the international game to another level and inspired players from all nations to represent their heritage.
“He commands enormous respect throughout the game for the impact he has had and on behalf of International Rugby League I congratulate Jason for his 300th game milestone and look forward to watching him play at the World Cup.”
Taumalolo, whose on-field performances have earned comparisons to Sonny Bill Williams and Sam Burgess, has been a key figure for the Cowboys since their 2015 premiership win and 2017 grand final appearance.
However, his influence on the game extends far beyond North Queensland and Katoa, Addin Fonua-Blake and Kulikefu Finefeiuaki are among the Tongan team-mates who chose to play for their heritage because of Taumalolo.
Just nine years later, the ARLC is preparing to host the most competitive World Cup since the concept was established in 1954, with Tonga and Samoa considered genuine contenders and Fiji, PNG and Cook Islands also on the rise.
"Jason Taumalolo's 300-game milestone is more than a personal achievement - it’s a proud moment for the Kingdom of Tonga,” said Prime Minister Lord Fakafanua, who is also Chairman of Tonga Rugby League.
“It reflects the exceptional talent our nation continues to produce and marks a new chapter in rugby league history as the first Tongan to reach this extraordinary feat in a game that holds a special place in the hearts of our people.
"Jason's impact extends far beyond the football field. His decision to represent Tonga at the peak of his career was a defining moment for rugby league in the Pacific.
“By choosing country over personal gain, he inspired a generation of young athletes to wear their heritage with pride and helped transform Tonga into a force on the international stage.
“On behalf of Tonga Rugby League and the people of the Kingdom of Tonga, we not only congratulate Jason on this remarkable achievement, but also thank him for the dedication, sportsmanship, and excellence he has demonstrated throughout his distinguished career."
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Ivory Coast will be playing their first ever FIFA World Cup match against Ecuador without the "legendary" Yaya Touré.
Yaya Touré started and appeared in all nine of Ivory Coast's FIFA World Cup matches across 2006, 2010 and 2014, the only Ivorian to do so.
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On this day in 1907, the "Father of Colt Football in Ghana", Mr. Charles Mensah Tetteh was born.
He introduced and organized juvenile and school football in the Gold Coast laying the groundwork for what is now the DNA of Ghanaian football.
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Story Time | The Speed of a Jet: Why Frank Odoi was Nicknamed "VC10":
Former Black Stars forward and 1965 AFCON winner Frank Odoi was nicknamed "VC10" after one of the earliest aircraft used in the Ghana Airways fleet.
Before making his debut for the Black Stars in 1963 -
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Hilaria Wuaku is officially the second female Level 2 coach in Ghana! A massive milestone for her and the growth of Rugby League in West Africa.
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Olympique de Marseille Rebrand Concept.
Spent some time redesigning the Olympique de Marseille crest as a tribute to the legendary Abedi Pelé.
This isn’t just a rebrand; it’s a celebration of the history the Maestro made with OM.
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The African Lion in Marseille.⚪️🔵
Abedi Ayew Pelé played for Olympique de Marseille between 1987 and 1993, winning two league titles in 1991 and 1992.
He is celebrated for his decisive assist for the lone goal that secured Les Minots’ historic 1993 UEFA Champions League.
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