In his new book, Red Star Paris: More Than Just A Football Club, journalist Simon Binns charts the turbulent, compelling and often chaotic story of one of Europe’s most distinctive football institutions. From ultras and identity to investment funds and gentrification, Red Star FC is a club where football, politics and Parisian culture collide. WeContinue reading “Simon Binns on Punks, Politics and Power Struggles in the Fight for the Coolest Club on Earth.”
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Pep Guardiola Inducted into LMA 1,000 Club
The League Managers Association (LMA) has congratulated committee member Pep Guardiola on his induction into the prestigious LMA Hall of Fame 1,000 Club, marking a remarkable milestone in his illustrious managerial career. This weekend, Guardiola will become only the 39th manager in the modern era of English football to reach the landmark of 1,000 matchesContinue reading “Pep Guardiola Inducted into LMA 1,000 Club”
Petr Čech Backs Arsenal for Premier League Glory but Warns Chelsea Face a Benchmarking Season
Former Chelsea and Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Čech believes his two former clubs are heading in very different directions this season. In an exclusive interview with Flashscore, the legendary Czech shot-stopper backed Arsenal as strong favourites to win the Premier League, while insisting Chelsea must prove their worth in what he called a “real benchmark” campaign.Continue reading “Petr Čech Backs Arsenal for Premier League Glory but Warns Chelsea Face a Benchmarking Season”
Danny Röhl on Defeat to Celtic And Rangers Next Steps Under His Stewardship
Celtic defeated Rangers by three goals to one after extra time to reach next month’s Scottish League Cup final. After the match, Danny Röhl spoke to members of the media about the game and the next steps in his relatively new role as Manager of Rangers. Danny, not the result you would have wanted, butContinue reading “Danny Röhl on Defeat to Celtic And Rangers Next Steps Under His Stewardship”
Martin O’Neill Releases Personal Statement Ahead of First Match Since Celtic Return
Ahead of his return to the Celtic dugout, Martin O’Neill as released the following personal statement reflecting on his return to Celtic. “I have had a deep affinity for Celtic Football Club, effectively since growing up in Northern Ireland. To be asked to become the manager 25 years ago was one of the proudest momentsContinue reading “Martin O’Neill Releases Personal Statement Ahead of First Match Since Celtic Return”
Five Potential Candidates to Become Celtic’s Next Permanent Manager
Celtic are once again at a crossroads following the sudden resignation of Brendan Rodgers and the temporary return of club legend Martin O’Neill. While O’Neill will lead the team on an interim basis, attention is already turning to who could take charge of the Scottish champions in the long term. Below, we examine five potentialContinue reading “Five Potential Candidates to Become Celtic’s Next Permanent Manager”
Martin O’Neill Makes Shock Return to Celtic as Interim Manager After Rodgers’ Exit
Celtic today unveiled club legend Martin O’Neill as interim manager in media press conference at Celtic Park following the sudden resignation of Brendan Rodgers on Monday night. A Call Out of the Blue O’Neill, who led Celtic to multiple domestic titles and a UEFA Cup Final during his first spell between 2000 and 2005, revealedContinue reading “Martin O’Neill Makes Shock Return to Celtic as Interim Manager After Rodgers’ Exit”
Once Upon A Time in La Liga – An Interview with Brendan Madden
Football isn’t just about goals, trophies and star names. In Once Upon a Time in La Liga: Spanish Football’s Forgotten Tales, Brendan Madden uncovers the extraordinary, sometimes dark, and often forgotten human stories that shaped Spanish football from political repression to espionage and heroic defiance. We spoke with the Brendan about the origins of theContinue reading “Once Upon A Time in La Liga – An Interview with Brendan Madden”
Manchester United Foundation and the Children’s Book Project team up to tackle book poverty
Manchester United Foundation has joined forces with the Children’s Book Project; a national charity whose aim is to give every child the opportunity to own their own books and develop the love of reading. The Foundation and the Children’s Book Project share the ethos of inspiring and engaging young people from underprivileged backgrounds and offeringContinue reading “Manchester United Foundation and the Children’s Book Project team up to tackle book poverty”
Veni, Vidi, Vici: Dominic Hougham on Serie A’s Golden Era
In his new book Veni, Vidi, Vici, Dominic Hougham takes readers back to the late 1980s and 1990s, when Serie A was the undisputed epicentre of world football. It was a time when the greatest players on the planet flocked to Italy, Channel 4 turned Sunday afternoons into a cultural phenomenon for British fans, andContinue reading “Veni, Vidi, Vici: Dominic Hougham on Serie A’s Golden Era”
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