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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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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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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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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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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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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Welcome to the ultimate test of FA Cup knowledge! In this quiz, we delve into the annals of football history to celebrate the leaders who have lifted one of the most prestigious trophies in English football—the FA Cup. From legendary captains to unforgettable moments, this quiz will challenge your expertise in naming the captains who […]
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“There were never two more competitive sides when we played each other over a period of four or five years” – Jack Charlton on Leeds-Chelsea games. Chelsea v Leeds United is one of English football’s most notorious and storied rivalries. Forged in the crucible of the 1960s, when the ball was as hard as stone, […]
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Mark Robins’s pivotal moment in football history came when he scored a crucial goal for Manchester United in a 1990 FA Cup match against Nottingham Forest. At the time, United was struggling under the management of Sir Alex Ferguson, with rumors swirling that his job was on the line. Robins’s goal secured a 1-0 victory, […]
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In the world of football, the spotlight often shines brightest on the players, managers, and star-studded matches. However, behind every thrilling game stands a figure crucial to maintaining order and fairness: the referee. Among the esteemed ranks of football referees, one name stands out for his remarkable career and enduring impact on the sport – […]
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