FWA Footballer of the Year
The Football Writers’ Association Footballer of the Year (FWA Footballer of the Year) is one of the oldest and most prestigious awards in English football. Established in 1948, it is awarded annually by the Football Writers’ Association (FWA) to the player who is adjudged to have been the best in English football. Origins and Significance […]
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Arsenal 3 Chelsea 3 1996
The 3-3 draw between Arsenal and Chelsea in 1996 was a classic match which showcased the intensity and drama synonymous with a London derby. Played at Highbury Stadium, this pulsating encounter captivated fans with its breath-taking display of attacking football and dramatic twists. Both teams entered the match with formidable line-ups and high expectations, setting […]
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Quiz: European Championship Finalists
Welcome to the ultimate test of your knowledge on European Championships! As the excitement builds for this summer’s prestigious football tournament, it’s time to see if you can recall the teams that have battled their way to the semi-finals throughout the years. In this quiz, you’ll be challenged to name the semi-finalists from past European […]
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England Squad 1988
The England squad of 1988 was a formidable assembly of talent, showcasing a blend of experienced campaigners and emerging stars. Managed by Bobby Robson, the team boasted stalwarts like Bryan Robson, John Barnes, Glenn Hoddle and Gary Lineker, whose leadership and skill were crucial on the international stage. Additionally, the squad featured promising young players […]
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90 seconds with Kevin ‘Hitchy’ Hitchcock
Kevin Hitchcock enjoyed a distinguished career as a goalkeeper, primarily known for his time at Chelsea Football Club. Hitchcock began his professional career at Nottingham Forest in 1983 although he never made a first team appearance for the Reds, his professional debut came soon after whilst on loan at Mansfield Town and following a successful […]
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FA Cup Play Off
The FA Cup, the World’s oldest football competition, has a rich history marked by memorable moments and significant changes. While many fans are familiar with its illustrious finals and dramatic upsets, there’s a lesser-known chapter in its history: the introduction of third/fourth-placed playoffs in the 1970s. In this blog post, we delve into this intriguing […]
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Rangers 4 Celtic 4
The match between Rangers and Celtic is always a highly anticipated encounter. The league fixture between the two Glasgow giants in 1986 certainly didn’t disappoint as the Gers and Bhoys fought out a thrilling 4-4 draw at Ibrox, leaving fans of both teams on the edge of their seats and highlighting the unpredictable nature of […]
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Sexy Football
Back in 1997, ‘Sexy football’ was born as former Dutch icon Ruud Gullit brought a unique style of football to West London and Stamford Bridge. The talented Chelsea side went on to lift the FA Cup at Wembley after beating West Bromwich Albion, Liverpool, Leicester City, Portsmouth, Wimbledon and Middlesborough along the way. SHOP the […]
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Super Cup Final 1982
The 1982/83 Super Cup final was a highly anticipated clash between Aston Villa, the reigning European Cup champions, and Barcelona, winners of the UEFA Cup Winners’ Cup. Barcelona took a first leg lead from the Camp Nou courtesy of a goal from Marcos Alonso. However, Aston Villa responded strongly in the return leg at Villa […]
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Best UEFA European Championships?
Since its inception in 1960, the European Championships has taken place every four years since under slightly different formats. It’s created lots of moments of magic, great goals, drama and controversial moments over the past 60 years. We’re on a quest to find out which event truly scored the winning goal in the hearts of […]
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