Shakeel Abdulla: The Kerala-based football agent with hawk-eye vision for talent
Indian Super League (ISL) franchise Chennaiyin FC (CFC) recently signed striker Jobby Justin on a 2-year contract ahead of the 2021-22 season. Justin joins from ATK Mohun Bagan FC in a deal that has been hailed as one of the…
Sergio Ramos inspired ball-playing defender Saurav Gopalkrishnan eager to make his mark
“Saurav is a mentality monster. His fierce determination and never-say-die attitude are inspirational. The 24-year-old was on the brink of a big-money move to one of the greatest teams in Indian football, not so long ago. We were supremely excited…
Liverpool banish 30 years of hurt, breathe life into Kopite father-son duo’s spirits
As Liverpool skipper Jordan Henderson lifted the Premier League trophy, thousands of Kopites across the world wept tears of joy. Their beloved club had finally banished 30 years of hurt, ending an agonising wait for a maiden league title. While…
Andre Schurrle’s early retirement indicates the struggle beyond the riches
“A superb run from Schurrle on the left-hand side as he takes on a couple of Argentinian defenders, and delivers a sumptuous ball into the path of Gotze, who chests and volleys the ball beyond a sprawling Romero from five…
Does Fred have a long-term future at Manchester United?
Football has been graced by many spectacular skilful starlets from Brazil. Manchester United’s purchase of Frederico Rodrigues de Paula Santos ie Fred for a whopping 52 million pounds, was an attempt to add a tinge of that flavour to their…
Camp Nou exit on the cards for once indespensable Ivan Rakitic?
The La Liga has been extremely competitive this season. Rivals Barcelona and Real Madrid who are level on points, have battled it out for supremacy through thick and thin. The Blaugranas have failed to dominate the league as expected, despite…
The topsy-turvy life of an Arsenal fan
You are half awake lying on a sofa, as you figure out your beloved team Arsenal’s starting lineup with those blurry eyes. One starts to get more involved into the game as you see more chances being created. Things get…
Time for more English youngsters to move abroad this winter window?
Every passing day signals the arrival of the year 2020, and the winter transfer window from a footballing perspective. However, one thing which refuses to change is the limited number of opportunities being made available to English youngsters in the…
Can Anthony Martial emerge as Manchester United’s talisman?
The arrival of Anthony Martial on the deadline day of the 2015 summer transfer window was subjected to heavy criticism by the English media, even before he had kicked the ball. However, the young Frenchman announced himself at Old Trafford…
Will Liverpool’s lack of midfield creativity haunt them against City?
A quick look at Liverpool’s games, and it’s quite evident that the style of play isn’t always pleasing to the eye. Yet Klopp has been able to guide them to a Champions League title. It just goes on to show…