Matt, Author at FootyBlog.net

How to be a Football Journalist

A while ago we started writing a piece titled “How to become a football journalist”. Although still in creation (or perhaps conveniently forgotten about as I couldn’t be bothered to research it) I stumbled upon a football journalism course which is due to begin just next week. The course is being run by Ian Prior,… Continue reading How to be a Football Journalist

Gareth Bale Own Goal vs Liverpool

I can see this one hastily being added to many footballing gaff DVD’s in time for Christmas… Gareth Bale’s own-goal from last nights match with Liverpool. Bale went on to score a fantastic free-kick to win the game for Spurs 2-1.

Photos of distraught Barcelona after Chelsea defeat

Photos have been released in a new book showing the despair that Barcelona players went through following their Champions League final defeat to Chelsea last season. The book, titled “Barcelona: Proud of our colours” gives a very intimate insight into the life of the team and the players.

Joey Barton does a Steve McClaren

Remember when Steve McClaren carried out an interview on Dutch TV with a funny Dutch accent? Looks like Joey Barton’s done exactly the same thing after making his Ligue 1 debut in a 1-0 win for Marseille against Lille… Barton went on to make the obvious usual statements such as “Perhaps I shouldn’t say it,… Continue reading Joey Barton does a Steve McClaren

Phillip Mexes Bicycle Kick

Bicycle kicks seem to be quite in fashion at the moment, and here Phillip Mexes’ brilliant looping bicycle kick from the edge of the box helped AC Milan to qualify for the final 16 of the Champions League. And don’t forget – Mexes is a centre back!

George Boyd Wonder-Goal Video

Peterborough United may not be setting the world alight this season but Posh striker George Boyd certainly sent shockwaves around the rest of the country last night. His spectacular half volley from inside the centre circle helps to move Peterborough off the foot of the Championship!

Where next for David Beckham

David Beckham has announced that he will be leaving American club LA Galaxy at the end of their current season, which will be 1st December after the clubs cup final game. He stated that he feels ready for another challenge before retiring from playing, and Australian A League side Melbourne Heart have claimed that they’re… Continue reading Where next for David Beckham

Balotelli joins Salford City

Balotelli has joined Northern Premier League First Division North side Salford City on non-contract terms. This is of course not Mario but his brother, Enoch, who has also had trials with Stoke City. Salford City are currently 9th in their league, and their chairman Darren Quick believes that the player is likely to boost attendance… Continue reading Balotelli joins Salford City

England’s new boys

Roy Hodgson’s squad announcement this morning didn’t throw up too many surprises but there were a few names who have been given the chance to prove themselves to the national boss. As many as six players could make their England debuts when the Three Lions take on Sweden in a friendly next week. Fraser Forster… Continue reading England’s new boys

Capital One Cup Round 4 Preview

New kid on the block: 17-year-old German starlet Serge Gnabry could be set for his first Arsenal start

Tomorrow sees the return of the Capital One Cup with most of the big guns still battling to reach the Wembley final in the new year. Manchester City did surprisingly fall at home to Aston Villa but, for now, all the other top teams remain in the competition. Without doubt the tie of the round… Continue reading Capital One Cup Round 4 Preview