Shay Brennan is a prominent personality who represents the close relationship between Manchester United and Ireland. After I previously discussed the club’s historical and cultural ties to the Emerald Isle, it seems appropriate to turn our attention to Shay Brennan, a player whose services to the team both on and off the field further cemented…
At Munich-Reim airport ,Liam Whelan replied, “Well, if this is the time, then I’m ready,” as the significant aircraft attempted to take off once more. (Harry’s game) Liam, the fourth of John Whelan’s seven kids, was born on April 1, 1935, at 28 St. Attracta’s Road, Cabra, Dublin. John and Elizabeth Whelan were labourers. Although…
During EURO 2004, Greece did the impossible. They beat the host nation to lift the European Championship for the first time, in a major upset.
The penalty kick, a moment of high tension and drama, has become one of football’s most iconic features. Yet, few know the story behind its invention or the man responsible for its introduction to the game. The idea of awarding a penalty for foul play inside the box was proposed in 1890 by William McCrum,…
The longest away day in football is an incredible amount of distance. Not many football fans would want to make this journey.
Why Do Swansea City & Cardiff City Play In England? These are two of the biggest Welsh clubs, yet they don’t play within their own country.
Pep Guardiola is known as one of the greatest managers of all time. This is due to his adaptability and ingenuity. Here’s the history.
Argentina 6-0 Peru 1978 is regarded as one of the most controversial matches in football history. Rumours of match-fixing have shrouded the game.
This is the story of the tragedy of Superga, an air disaster that killed 31 people, including members of Torino’s best-ever side.
The Bradford City Fire was a tragedy that took the lives of 56 fans. It is often forgotten, or in some cases, people are unaware it happened.
