Newcastle United defender Dan Burn has been around for quite some time now, with this being his 3rd season in the top-flight to be precise. The 29-year-old also has almost 80 Premier League appearances, yet many were unaware of the fact the Englishman has only 9 fingers until the game against Chelsea. The revelation came in …
Following up on the leaked Liverpool home kit for the 2022/23 season, images have now emerged online of what is reportedly the Reds’ third kit for the forthcoming season. In a departure from the themes of this season’s kits, the leak showcases darker shades and a rather unique pattern. If true, the latest offering from …
Antonio Rudiger is a bit of a character, isn’t he? That in itself is a massive understatement and simply doesn’t do justice to the often silly genius of the German centre-back. The fan favourite started for the Blues against Newcastle United and produced a typically formidable performance in defence. While the Magpies didn’t exactly venture …
For the first time since becoming the ‘sanctioned Blues’, Chelsea had a game at Stamford Bridge, and the atmosphere at the Bridge was electric. Blues fans sang their hearts out, overshadowing the away end for most of the first 45. However, due to a flat performance on the pitch, the noise slowly dwindled, and all one …
Despite the lesser-known status of the Indian Football landscape, one name has earned considerable fanfare worldwide. The man in question is Indian international and Bengaluru FC striker, Sunil Chhetri. The Indian football legend is known for being the 2nd highest active goalscorer in International football, with a tally of 80 goals and counting. Recently, the …
When it comes to merchandising, football clubs leave no stone unturned. From kits to hats to even onesies, major European Clubs cover all bases. They’re especially expansive in the kit department, offering player-version kits, fan-version kits, anniversary kits, special editions, alternate versions, and the list goes on. However, a notable omission on that list is …
During West Ham‘s Europa League visit to Sevilla, a picture emerged of what is supposedly the away stand, and it certainly is frightening. The Hammers were handed Sevilla as their round of 16 opponents, a difficult prospect considering Sevilla’s Europa League record. And they journeyed to the Ramon-Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium, hoping for a positive result to …
Rivalries propel the spectacle that is football to even further heights. The Manchester Derby, the Derby Della Maddonia, the Superclasico are examples of some globally renowned rivalries. However, there is perhaps none as revered or fierce, as the aptly named, El Clasico. A rivalry between the two greatest clubs in history, vying to one-up each other …
While big-money transfers have gotten more and more common, the prospect of value has become rare. Currently, the football landscape is filled with infatuated transfer market valuations, and only a few players can actually claim that their premium price tags were worth it. One of those, undoubtedly, is Virgil van Dijk. The Dutchman signed for Liverpool …
Astonishingly enough, it has happened to Paris Saint-Germain again. They were on the wrong end of another magical comeback, a surefire European classic, this time coming against Real Madrid. On a dismal night for the Parisiens in Spain, they managed to surrender a 2-0 lead in the final 45, as Karim Benzema sparked an inspired …
The football world has no shortage of some truly outrageous body ink. Some notable mentions include Nicolas Otamendi’s tattoo of television characters, Alberto Moreno’s back tattoo of a monkey (yes it’s true) etc. Footballers usually go for a tribute to family members or memorable moments for body ink options, but some stars stand out. Another …
Formerly of Atletico Madrid, Newcastle fullback Kieran Trippier enjoyed a truly memorable time in Spain. The highlight of his stint was undoubtedly the Colchoneros’ La Liga triumph last season, as they lifted the trophy for the first time in 8 years. Trippier, who is currently out of action due to a metatarsal injury, recently featured …
Every major club has that one Incredibly talented player who just ‘got away’ For Chelsea it could be Kevin De Bruyne, for Real Madrid it could be Samuel Eto, and for Arsenal, aside from Harry Kane, the ‘one’ could be Serge Gnabry. The German spent 3 years at the London club, before departing in 2016, …
The passion football fans possess for the beautiful game in Europe is well documented. It’s common to find players lauding the atmospheres at European stadiums, however, what you hear comparatively less about, is the fanfare behind football in South America. A read through the history of derbies such as the Superclasico or the Derby Paulista …
Football is nothing without fans, an age-old saying which seemingly never loses significance. Supporters create the fanatical atmospheres one would associate a game of footy with, they chant in solidarity behind their players and they simply are the soul of the beautiful game. Additionally, fans also contribute to or even create, some of the funniest …
During the buildup for the much-awaited Manchester Derby, Man City‘s in-house media team fell for a well-crafted ruse by a fan on Twitter. In the second reported incident of its kind, a club displayed a tweet by a fan featuring TikTok star Hasbulla, with a narrative suggesting that the Russian is attending a football game …
Despite spending similar amounts of capital, the gulf between the two Manchester sides, at the moment, simply cannot be any wider. And it was on display during yesterday’s league clash between Manchester City and Manchester United at the Etihad. Considering the historic rivalry shared by the clubs, one would expect the Reds to show some …