Pitch Invasion

The Premier League unveils proposals to play ten games overseas. What does this mean for the future of football?

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 […]

Most reports from Ghana at the African Nations Cup are effusive about the tournament, the country, and the fans enthusiasm at most games. Yet yesterday, it was a shame to read two separate stories lamenting the empty seats at many matches.

The Chicago Fire’s former GM and President explains why those running soccer need to think carefully about how to attract supporters.

Hicks lets slip how much interest Liverpool will really be paying.

It was the prospective giant-killing that tasted so sweet for those minutes it seemed madly possible, and this brilliant account (with fabulous photos) by Hobo Tread captures the big day out for Havant & Waterlooville fans perfectly.  A little taster:
Only 41, 989 more than our last home league game then.
About an hour and a half […]

MyFC members are voting on whether to takeover non-league Ebbsfleet United. Two contrasting views on the takeover are considered.

As the Africa Cup of Nations kicks-off today, do you share our enthusiasm for a tournament that’s seemingly lower on Sepp Blatter’s priorities than the tinpot Confederations Cup? Is the internet enthusiasm over it a sign of a renewed interest in African football, despite Fifa’s disdain? Share your views as the opening game takes place in Ghana.

Hosts Ghana kicked out of their hotel ahead of African Cup of Nations opener.