In 1939, Portsmouth shocked football by beating Wolverhampton Wanderers 4–1 to win the FA Cup. But their reign was unlike any other — they held the trophy for seven years due to World War II suspending the competition. During the war, the cup was hidden in a pub called The Bird in Hand to keep it safe from bombings, making Portsmouth the longest FA Cup holders in history.
Al Ittihad have confirmed the signing of young talent Roger Fernandes in a €30m deal, showing their big ambition in the transfer market. The 19-year-old attacker has signed a long-term contract until 2030, making him a key part of the club’s future plans. After passing his medical, Fernandes joins the squad immediately, ready to bring energy, creativity, and excitement to the team’s attacking play.
In April 1986, West Ham’s Alvin Martin achieved one of football’s rarest records by scoring a hat-trick against three different goalkeepers in the same match against Newcastle. He netted early against Martin Thomas, then scored again past midfielder Chris Hedworth, who replaced the injured keeper. Finally, Martin completed his hat-trick with a penalty against striker Peter Beardsley, sealing an 8–1 win in a truly historic game.
