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Miguel Angel Russo: An Obituary
Four months before he led Boca Juniors to the club's latest Copa Libertadores crown, Angel Miguel Russo was seated alone at a bar in Buenos Aires. Jonathan Wilson, one of the most accomplished football writers of our time, had incidentally…
The Long Throw: From Chaos to Calculation
When Chelsea met Leeds United in the final of the FA Cup in 1970, it produced one of the most exhilarating contests for what was then the most prestigious prize in English football. It was, in many ways, a clash of styles, the flashy and…
How Stats and Metrics Reflect Amorim’s Success
Manchester United continues to seek a breakthrough. Last winter, when Rúben Amorim arrived at Old Trafford, he outlined his vision to tackle the club's on-field issues. While he remains committed to his words, he is working to develop a…
From Sacchi’s Orchestra to Individualism: Maresca’s Football Symphony
Last week, interviewing Enzo Maresca on Sky Sports at a dimly lit background setting, host Natalie Gedra asked many questions about his Italian roots, coaching influences, his Idea of football and balancing it with freedom, box-to-box play,…
Who’s Paying to Be on Your Team’s Shirt This Season?
As the 2025–26 Premier League season gets underway, lets check which all giants sponsor each club's shirts in PL, spanning industries from airlines and banking to insurance and gambling. Here's a breakdown of each brand, their role, and why…
Chloe Kelly, The New Sensation
With a hop, skip, and a thwack, Chloe Kelly fired home the winning penalty in the Euro 2025 final, sealing England’s victory over Spain — and marking another chapter in her growing influence on and off the pitch.
For Kelly, this was…
From Glory to Struggle: Brazil’s Quest to Reclaim Football’s Throne
Brazil has qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the only nation to have participated in every World Cup edition. At one point, qualification was uncertain, raising concerns among fans and critics alike. For many, a World Cup without…
Beyond the Pitch, What Indian Football Really Needs
Over the past few days, I have come across numerous opinions on the current situation of Indian football. Topics range from players needing to go abroad, giving opportunities to overseas players of Indian origin playing elsewhere, youth…
Has Football Become Too boring?
Football remains arguably the world's most popular sport, captivating billions with its blend of athleticism, strategy, and drama. Yet, a growing sentiment suggests the beautiful game has lost some of its luster, becoming predictable and,…
How Football Academies Are Becoming Big Money Machines in Europe
Back in the days when football academies were just about producing players for a club’s first team. But in today’s football economy, youth academies have transformed into profit-making machines. That is not just supplying talent not just…