The Author

Pavan Mano
Pavan Mano

Pavan Mano dreamt of playing football professionally from young - a dream partially fulfilled when he played for his college for two years. Ever since then, he has clung on to the belief that it's better to be a has-been than a never-was.

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Manchester United, Sir Alex, and me

by Pavan Mano

Pavan Mano’s personal tribute to, and memories of, Sir Alex following his decision to call it quits after 26 years in charge of the world’s biggest football club.

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On (dis)respect, cannibalism, and Luis Suarez

by Pavan Mano

After Luis Suarez bizarrely attempted to chew part of Branislav Ivanovic’s arm off last night, Pavan Mano reflects on the striker’s latest transgression and what it means in the context of his future and Liverpool’s.

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The secret world of Paolo di Canio

by Pavan Mano

Pavan Mano takes a lighthearted look at what Paolo di Canio must have been thinking during the Tyne-Wear derby as his side fired three goals past Newcastle.

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Kicking racism out of football

by Pavan Mano

Pavan Mano wonders if FIFA will at long last take a firm stance against racism as it threatens to rear its ugly head once more.