The 39th Game
By Tom Dunmore • Feb 9th, 2008 • Category: Politics and Economics
The Premier League might have shot itself in the foot with its proposed extra international game, as fans mobilise in protest.
The Premier League might have shot itself in the foot with its proposed extra international game, as fans mobilise in protest.
As the Premier League goes global, Supriya Nair looks at globalisation, authenticity and the football fan.
Capello as mob boss, Capello as fascist dictator, Capello as Roman emperor: Brian Phillips looks at how Capello is being portrayed in England, and asks why they’re so keen on tyrannical rule.
The Premier League unveils proposals to play ten games overseas. What does this mean for the future of football?
Derby’s new American owners include the former owner of the NASL’s Detroit Express. Are they in it for the long haul at Derby, or will GSE’s takeover mean an NASL-style implosion at one of England’s oldest clubs?
Vote early, vote often.
As Ghana’s drive to the final of the African Nations Cup continues, one man is missing: Nii Lamptey, Ghana’s Pele, who is tending his farm in Accra rather than leading his country to victory. His tale is one of tragedy and torment.

The past week has seen the two countries I’ve lived my entire life in, England and the United States, both unveil new national shirts. I’m slightly more pleased with England’s retro look, as to me, the United States continue to fail to build any identity with their kits.
The new England away kit was unveiled today [...]