The Old Firm: Europe’s Fiercest Rivalry
The Old Firm is one of the fiercest derbies in world football. Here is a quick rundown of the history behind this fixture throughout the years.
Brother Walfrid: The Irish Monk Who Founded Glasgow Celtic
Have you ever wondered why there are sectarian banners regarding the Republic of Ireland in the crowd or why the tricolour flag is flown at Celtic Park during every Celtic game you watch on TV or attend? Since 1888, there has been a strong connection between the Emerald Isle and the Scottish club, both on…
The Story of the First European Footballer to Play In Saudi Arabia: Gifts, Trips, & Fleeing for His Life
Eamonn O’Keefe was the first European footballer to play in Saudi Arabia, but his journey to the middle east had quite a lot of controversy.
The Problem Facing Every Young Superstar in Football Right Now
There is a problem facing every young superstar in football. It has nothing to do with the players themselves, but instead an outside factor.
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Football Has an Ownership Problem
We, as people, are at a time when men’s mental health is at an all-time low, and suicide rates for males are at an all-time high. Now, football isn’t a cure. However, the ability to escape from reality, meet up with your friends, and all support the same team, as well as forget about your…
Patrick O’Connell: The Irishman Who Is Known For Saving FC Barcelona But Did He Actually?
Patrick O’Connell is believed to have saved FC Barcelona from financial problems in the 1930s, but are the stories true?
The Fascinating Phenomenon of Lockdown Football
June 17th, 2020, to May 23rd, 2021, were undeniably the strangest 11 months in football history. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the world as we knew it was changed forever when we were forced into lockdown in March 2020. Naturally, this meant that football seasons everywhere were put on hold until further notice. In England,…
10 Times A Football Club Retired A Shirt Number For A Player
To some, a football number means nothing; to others, it means everything. A football jersey number can be chosen due to superstitions, preference, or on-field positioning; for example, a number 10 is mostly known as an attacking midfielder, while a number 6 is linked to a defensive midfielder. However, this isn’t as common anymore. Every…
The Top 5 Best Football Books to Read Right Now
Looking for new reading material about football? Here are what we believe are the top 5 best football books. So pick them up and get reading.
Wendell Lira: From Puskás Winner to Promising eSports Star
Learn about the interesting career of Brazilian football player Wendell Lira. From the pitch to the virtual field, he became a pro in both.