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Hotshot Hammers

West Ham United, one of the most storied football clubs in England, has been graced by several goal-scoring prodigies who have etched their names in the annals of the club’s history. Here’s a look at the top 10 goal scorers who have donned the famous claret and blue. 1. Vic Watson (1920-1935) – 326 Goals […]

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League Cup Shocks

Starting life in 1960, The English League Cup pitted professional teams from within the English football pyramid against each other in a knock out style tournament. Under it’s various guises due to sponsorship over the years, the League Cup will be remembered as the Milk Cup for those in the 80’s, Littlewoods Challenge Cup, Rumbelows […]

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Brighton & Hove Albion: Rags to Riches

Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club, colloquially known as the “Seagulls,” have risen from the depths of despair to European football within the last few decades. A club with a deep-rooted history and passion-driven supporters, stands as an emblem of resilience, strength, and unity in the world of football. We take a glimpse into the […]

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A Journey Through Scotland’s Football History

Football, often referred to as the “Beautiful Game,” has woven itself into the fabric of Scottish culture, igniting passions, rivalries, and dreams that span generations. Scotland’s football history is a tapestry of triumphs, heartaches, and moments of sheer brilliance. Join us as we embark on a journey through the annals of Scottish football and explore […]

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Beating The Bookmaker

Being a devoted football fan isn’t that cheap. Football is a religion and fans are devout – and now, more than ever before, that devotion comes at a hefty price. Fans are … milked … by the clubs they support and by the bodies that govern the sport. From merchandise to match tickets, TV & […]

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League Ladders

Who remembers the excitement of tearing off the cellophane wrapping of your August edition of Shoot magazine to reveal the league ladders ahead of the new season? Once removed from the semi-transparent packaging , the ladders would be carefully pinned to your bedroom wall, probably located next to the squad poster of your favourite team […]

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80’s Golden Boot Winners

The 80’s won’t just be remembered for some questionable short shorts, creative hair styles and hooliganism, it was also an era of talented marksmen who found the art of hitting the back of the net look easy. We take a look at the top goal scorers in the football league during that magical decade. 1980-1981 […]

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Baroness of Birmingham

Karren Brady was often referred to as the first lady of football and pioneered the way forward for future generations of women within football. Her first appointment was with Birmingham City in 1993 when she was given the role of managing director, aged just 23 years by the club’s then-owner David Sullivan. Sexism within the […]

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Quiz: World Record Transfers

The first transfer of a player in exchange for money happened back in 1893 when Scottish striker Willie Groves moved from West Bromwich Albion to Aston Villa for £100. Since then the transfer fees between clubs across the continents has ramped up significantly and the current world record stands at £198m when PSG paid Barcelona […]

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Tales of the tassels

Saturday 8th August 1992 A 9 year old me enjoying the school summer holidays was excited at the prospect of going to watch Chelsea at Bristol City in a pre season friendly. It was also just one week before the launch of the newly named Premier League. Chelsea had already signed John Spencer, Robert Fleck, […]

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