Aidan Russell Goalkeepers are the last line of defence. It’s accepted in today’s game that they need a little extra equipment, more padding, fluorescent jerseys, and state-of-the-art goalkeeper gloves. Their role has evolved over the years, much like their tools. With the most crucial evolution being the aforementioned gloves. Now integral to simply play the position properly, … Read more
Check out Part Two! Rome, a capital basted in history, synonymous with victory. It would be here that the small town of Middlesbrough would attempt to build on their brave 1-0 win at home. Sadly, the evening before would mar the tie, through a senseless attack by a gang of Roma ultras at “The Drunken … Read more
Miroslav Klose is the scorer of the most World Cup goals of all time. He scored sixteen times for Germany over 4 WC tournaments. (2002, 2006, 2010, and 2014) The striker played in 24 World Cup matches, winning 17 times. The German football player scored one hat trick on his World Cup debut and scored … Read more
Managing a football team requires all kinds of talents and a wealth of knowledge of the game. As well as being tactically astute, managers should also be able to work with players as individuals to train, educate, motivate and “rein” them in. Their instructions must be effectively communicated and must anticipate the physical and psychological … Read more
Zico is one of Brazil’s greatest ever footballing superstars, and had the nickname “The White Pele” besides being known as the best ever Brazilian never to win the World Cup. He also holds the record for scoring direct from a free kick, totalling a mind boggling 101. Following the end of his playing career he … Read more
Final Score: Tottenham Hotspur 3 Burnley 1 FA Cup Venue: Wembley Stadium, London Date: Saturday 5th May 1962 Attendance: 100,000 Teams Tottenham – Bill Brown, Peter Baker, Ron Henry, Danny Blanchflower (capt), Maurice Norman, Dave Mackay, Terry Medwin, John White, Bobby Smith, Jimmy Greaves, Cliff Jones Manager – Bill Nicholson Scorers – Greaves 3, Smith … Read more
In 1996, the football world was stunned as the likes of Ronaldo Nazario, Alessandro Del Piero, George Weah and Eric Cantona among many others were beaten to the coveted Ballon d’Or by Matthias Sammer. Hardly a household name, Sammer’s 96 season was like the second coming of Franz Beckenbauer, as the Libero would prove pivotal … Read more
eSports refers to competitive video gaming tournaments with competing teams or individuals, usually from around the globe. Due to its sets, eSports players battle against other gamers to reach specific goals in the game. Esports games have recently gained immense popularity, with millions participating in and watching these events worldwide. The esports industry is projected … Read more
There are a total of 38 games in a Premier League season. A total of 38 games are played between each team, twice at home and once away. The team with the most points at the end of the season is crowned the champion. Has The Number Of Games Ever Changed In The Past Yes, … Read more
In 2019, Vlatko Andonovski became the ninth US Women’s Soccer Coach. In addition to his seven seasons as a head coach in the National Women’s Soccer League, Andonovski coached two championship teams for FC Kansas City (2014 and 2015). FC Kansas City (2013-2017) and Reign FC (2018-2019) were his previous clubs. In addition, the NWSL … Read more