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We’re covering tips, tricks and everything you need to know about grassroots football and amateur football in the UK for aspiring superstars, their parents and those who just love the game.
AI today seems to be everywhere. From science labs and hospitals to business meetings and customer service chats, it’s quietly running in the background, helping
The Premier League is without question one of the most loved footballing competitions globally. It delivers everything people expect – action, skill and high-stake, drama.
2025: a year of unexpected achievements The 2024/2025 season has already gone down in history as one of the most record breaking in football. Fans
A new dimension to classic rivalries Football derbies have always held a special place in sporting culture. They combine intense emotion, sometimes centuries of history
The fixation with data in modern football could take away the basic feeling that makes the sport what it is. As procedures analyse every pass,
The future of football is brimming with exciting young talents ready to make their mark. As the 2025 season unfolds, several up-and-coming stars are poised
In the UK, football isn’t something people pick up. It’s something they grow up inside of. It defines streets, divides friendships, settles debates, and fills
So you fancy football do you? You’ll be joining hundreds of thousands of women up and down the country playing the beautiful game. I run a team in Greater Manchester and I’m often asked about options across the county. So here’s my round up of some of the recreational women’s football teams around and about the area.
The FIFA Club World Cup begins this Summer in the United States. The expanded 32-team tournament will be held between June 13th and July 13th,
Barcelona Women delivered a commanding performance as they triumphed 3-0 over Chelsea Women in their highly anticipated UEFA Champions League clash. The match showcased Barcelona’s
Leicester City’s Premier League journey took a devastating turn as their fate was sealed following a 3-0 home defeat to Liverpool. Once the toast of
Arsenal’s comprehensive victory over Real Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League Quarter Final wasn’t only celebrated in the red half of North
For fans of English football’s top flight, participating in the Fantasy Premier League is fun over an average season. Adding another layer of entertainment to
The 2025 UEFA Women’s Euros are just around the corner and I am beyond excited. So if you, like me, are counting down the days to the tournament curtain raiser, here’s everything you need to know about it.
Football is one of the most popular sports in the UK and this sees many people playing it at an amateur level in their spare
It’s the action on the pitch that draws football fans to the sport, but that’s rarely where the passion ends. In today’s world, there’s a
English football—an electrifying symphony of passion and strategy—traces its lineage back to the 19th century. What once began as an unstructured pastime has transformed into
Charlton Athletic F.C., a club with a rich history and a loyal fanbase, is gearing up for what promises to be an exciting year in
Arsenal Football Club has a rich history of prolific strikers, yet the number nine role has remained a puzzle in recent years. Few things stir
Discover the latest Aston Villa rumours, transfer news, and predictions for 2025. Stay updated on player signings, squad changes, and the club’s ambitions for European football.
It is the continuous growth of football rather than its legendary past or present stars that appeal to people. Every generation has a new batch
The beauty of football lies not just in the dazzling goals and roaring stadiums but also in its humble beginnings. Grassroots football played on muddy
For a team looking to turn around the fortunes of their season, the January transfer window can be tricky to navigate. As the only opportunity
Having not played any team sports in well over a decade, the last year has seen me take up football again and, more recently rugby. The benefits for me personally have been incredible. But it’s not just anecdotal. Science too backs up the benefits of team sports in particular and they stretch way further than just the exercise.
At the start of the 2024-25 season, expectations surrounding Manchester City were the same they’ve always been: win the Premier League, grab one of the
Football is so so very much more than just a game to both the players and the millions of enthusiastic spectators globally. It has evolved
Over the last decade, the world of football has seen some remarkable transfers that have toppled the dynamics of the game. One such move was
The Europa League may lack some of the glitz and glamour of the illustrious Champion’s League. Nonetheless there are some big name clubs contending for the title this season. Let’s look at some of the favourites.
The FA Cup, the oldest national football competition in the world, has a storied history filled with memorable moments and unexpected twists. Over the decades,
In the world of sports, underdogs often capture our hearts with their tenacity and spirit. These clubs, defying expectations and overcoming significant challenges, remind us
Traditionalists may not like it! But personally, I don’t like to risk being stuck on a hill or mountain with a dead phone or head torch battery. So I like to carry a portable charging device (or 2, or 3) with me. Here are the best portable charging banks for hiking that I’ve used. (And I’ve used a lot, by the way).
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