"Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice, and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do."
~ Pelé.
With World Cup excitement just around the corner and the opening game on Thursday, June 11, 2026, my friend Bob Thomas and I invite you to enjoy a selection of photographs celebrating the beauty, passion, and timeless drama of the world’s most beloved game — unforgettable moments that continue to inspire far beyond the final whistle. It’s shaping up to be an unforgettable summer for photography lovers everywhere — especially with the energy, passion, and drama of soccer’s greatest moments taking center stage through powerful images from the beautiful game.
"With the floodlights beginning to glow against a gloomy February sky, Manchester United players John Connelly and Denis Law watch as the ball goes in the back of the Burnley net for United’s first goal during the FA Cup 5th Round match between Manchester United and Burnley at Old Trafford stadium in Manchester, England on 20th February 1965. Denis Law scored the first goal with an overhead kick from a cross by George Best (not in picture). Pat Crerand scored the second goal for Manchester United to win 2-1 at Old Trafford." - Bob Thomas