Thomas Häßler? Former Midfield Wizard On Verge Of Historic Promotion
By Ben McFadyean.
The name Thomas Häßler is music to the ears of German football fans in the 1990s. One of the most talented playmakers in German f [...]
Where do Southampton Compare to the Worst Sides in Premier League History?
In the ruthless theatre of Premier League football, where triumph and collapse are never far apart, Southampton have taken centre stage for all the wr [...]
Football Tactics that Changed the Game as We Know It
When the rules of Association Football were first codified in the 19th century, minimal strategy was involved. Over half the players on any team were [...]
João Figueiredo: From São Paulo and Atlético Mineiro to Başakşehir’s Front Line
By Louis Smith.
Brazilian attacker João Figueiredo has built a career defined by adaptability and ambition. From his formative years at Atlético Mi [...]
Emilio Tancredi: SSV Ulm 1846 Kitman With 60 Years Of Service – “A Glass Of Red Wine At Lunchtime Keeps Me Going”
An interview with Ulm 1846 kitman Emilio Tancredi, by Ben McFadyean.
Emilio Tancredi, born in Salerno, near Naples in Southern Italy, joined 2. [...]
Ferguson Fee Too High for West Ham
Evan Ferguson's loan move to West Ham hasn't been the roaring success that West Ham would have hoped for, and a potential price tag of £50 million is [...]
Steve Perryman on Management, Working With Ossie Ardiles and Analysing the Modern Game
Part II of an interview with Steve Perryman, by Callum McFadden for WFi. Part I can be found here.
Looking back on your managerial career, whic [...]
An Early Look At The AFCON 2025 Contenders
The 35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations will kick off in Morocco in December, straddling the turn of the year and pausing – only briefly – for C [...]
The Most Successful Footballers In Europe This Season (So Far)
Let’s be honest - if you’ve been watching European football this season, you already know it’s been pure chaos in the best possible way. From unexpect [...]
Barcelona Game Sets The Scene For Borussia Dortmund’s European Qualification
By Ben McFadyean.
Niko Kovac's team showed its best side in the second leg of the Champions League quarterfinal against FC Barcelona. The only slig [...]