Football management is one of the most tasking and thankless jobs in the world. Managers sometimes have the most challenging jobs of being in charge of their players and taking the fall for their players’ failures. This is quite different from the job security players have in their professional careers, and it makes it quite …
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Every player in modern-day football wears a number on the back of their shirt. Football adopted this numbering system since the early days when teams used it to identify positions. However, the concept of football shirt numbers has since evolved. Nowadays, it is common for players to wear any number of their choice. Sometimes, footballers …
Last updated on April 12th, 2022Captaincy in football is a rather big deal. The role needs only the best leader in a team to carry out its numerous functions. There are quite a few factors that go into selecting the players for this position of authority. Here’s what you need to know about how a …
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Many great footballers boast of their golden ball or golden boot trophies. These accolades are awarded to the very best in football. The golden ball and golden boot have a great history and retain immense interest from fans and professionals alike. However, due to their enormous prestige, they may be confused sometimes. Here is what …
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Last updated on June 26th, 2022Today’s most prestigious individual awards given to footballers include the Ballon d’Or and the UEFA Player of the Year. These awards have a great history and retain immense interest from fans and professionals alike. However, there may be some confusion as both accolades may be awarded to the same player! …
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Last updated on June 30th, 2022Transfers are perhaps the most common occurrences in football. In the summer and winter transfer window of every season, many players leave their clubs for new ones. These transfers are due to several reasons concerning both the club and the player. Here is what you need to know about why …
Many times in football, quality defending is attributed to Italians. There is an unofficial consensus that the Italians are the best when it comes to defensive play. What then, makes Italian defenders so good? Here’s what you need to know.
Last updated on November 18th, 2022There are a number of positions and roles that are assumed to require a specific physical nature on the football pitch. For example, goalkeepers should usually be the tallest players on the pitch. Moreover, defenders may be expected to be tall and imposing, and strikers should usually have a big …
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When the transfer season is near in football, you may have heard of the term ‘free agent’, where players can go to another club for free! Here’s what you need to know about such footballers:
Last updated on July 29th, 2022Goals are usually the ecstasy of any game as they determine the outcome of the match. Usually, the goalscorers are engulfed in euphoria with their teammates and fans after a goal. In these moments, emotions run wild, and all sorts of celebrations follow. Some players may even take off their …
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