Winning league titles in three different countries (and a Champions League to boot), Claude Makélélé is widely regarded as one of the greatest defensive midfielders of all time. Selected once for the FIFPRO Men’s World 11 whilst playing for Chelsea. Makélélé narrowly missed out on the greatest international trophy with his one true chance; Makélélé … Read more
David Beckham is a name synonymous with football. An icon across the World, even those who have never deigned to watch a minute of football will know of the man. Part of the famed Man United class of ‘92, the now Inter Miami owner was always destined for the stars. Contentsshow 1Man United To Real … Read more
Gerd Muller was simply one of the best goal scorers of all time, scoring more than a goal a game for West Germany and holding the Bayern Munich record for goalscoring. Nicknamed ‘Der Bomber’ he also won the World Cup, the European Championship and the European Cup three seasons in a row. Contentsshow 1How It … Read more
Widely coveted as one of the best defenders to ever play the game, there are many aspects of Sergio Ramos’ football IQ that are so typically overlooked – don’t worry, we’ll get on to them later. Thanks to his knack for goal scoring, he has become one of the sport’s greatest ever scorers for a … Read more
The Mexico national football team has historically experienced mixed fortunes in terms of success on the global stage. During South American competitions in particular they have enjoyed victories across the Confederations Cup, multiple triumphs in CONCACAF Gold Cups and even come close to glory in the Copa America. Yet they have never progressed further than … Read more
The athletes recently hit the headlines for their alleged involvement in an illegal gambling scandal. Both midfielders, as well as Nicolo Faggioli, a young Juventus player, are under investigation for their involvement in illegal betting. football federations always take these kinds of allegations seriously. Not only is betting on their matches unethical towards other players … Read more
If Cleopatra had a face that could launch a thousand ships, then Sócrates had a right foot that could sink a thousand. A deep thinker, a heavier drinker and an unapologetic smoker, there will never be another footballer like him. Contentsshow 1A Cultured Upbringing in a Military Regime 2Medicine, Activism, Football – In That Order … Read more
It takes a truly special player to score one of football’s greatest goals and still be remembered for so much more. A World Cup and Champions League winner, perhaps the greatest Left-Back to walk the Earth and most importantly, scorer of the greatest free-kick of all time. Roberto Carlos was the complete Full-back. Fast, skilful, … Read more
Cristiano Ronaldo is among the greatest players ever to grace a football field. The Portuguese superstar holds a plethora of records and won over 35 individual trophies for club and country. Some of them include: Golden Boot Winner; Euro Cup Winner; 5 Time Ballon d’Or Winner. With so many titles to him, he is constantly … Read more
Alan Kelly Jnr is a former international goalkeeper for the Republic of Ireland and is now a goalkeeping coach who has been involved in over 1,000 matches during his career. Contentsshow 1Where It All Began 2Bittersweet Promotion 3A Premier League Move 4International Call-up 5Shoot out Success 6From Playing to Coaching Where It All Began He … Read more