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Gary Speed – 1969-2011: Football legend dies at 42

November 29th, 2011 by Willie Gannon

Following the tragic death of Gary Speed at the weekend, Willie Gannon looks at a player who was loved and respected by the entire football community.

Kuqi dreams of Kosovo acceptance

November 24th, 2011 by Dave Wood

Kosovo’s most famous footballer has called for FIFA to recognise his homeland, writes Dave Wood.

Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Wayne Rooney…Robin van Persie?

November 7th, 2011 by Willie Gannon

With Robin van Persie in superb form for Arsenal, Willie Gannon looks at how vital the Dutchman is for Arsene Wenger’s side.

Interview: “The older I get the more I love it” – Richard Garcia

September 9th, 2011 by Willie Gannon

Willie Gannon caught up with Hull City star and Australian international Richard Garcia.

Palacios to Stoke? Why Tottenham Shouldn’t Sell Their Hidden Gem

August 30th, 2011 by Willie Gannon

Willie Gannon believes that Harry Redknapp would be making a massive error by selling Wilson Palacios.

Bayern Set to Sign Tranmere Wunderkind Jennings

July 6th, 2011 by Willie Gannon

Willie Gannon looks at Tranmere youngster Dale Jennings who is on the verge of a huge move to the Bundesliga.

The League of Extraordinary Gentleman – and Tough Tacklers

May 19th, 2011 by Ian Mahon

As football continues to go down the road of players diving and feigning injury, Ian Mahon welcomes the return of a group who will give them something to really cry about.

Que sera sera… Manchester City at Wembley

April 15th, 2011 by Samuel Luckhurst

Manchester City return to Wembley on Saturday for the first time since their epic Division 2 Playoff win over Gillingham in 1999, and Samuel Luckhurst takes us on a trip down memory lane.