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Author: Takudzwa Chikonzo

Zimbabwean football enthusiast and writer based in Harare. I write opinionated articles that stir conversation, focusing on the top European leagues, and I am an avid Manchester United fan. Follow my football blog, "A View from the Touchline", on WordPress for thought-provoking, quality football content.
Globalisation and the changing face of football fandom

Globalisation and the changing face of football fandom

November 6, 2018 by Takudzwa Chikonzo

Takudzwa Chikonzo believes that as football continues to scale the global landscape through its increasing accessibility, the definition of what it means to be a true football supporter has changed.

The Soweto Derby lived up to the hype, but South African football still stuck in its conservative ways

The Soweto Derby lived up to the hype, but South African football still stuck in its conservative ways

March 6, 2018 by Takudzwa Chikonzo

Takudzwa Chikonzo believes that South African football could be in a better state if the country can find ways of shifting its focus away from conservative football approaches.

Jose Mourinho has stuck to his identity at Manchester United, but is he still relevant in this football era?

Jose Mourinho has stuck to his identity at Manchester United, but is he still relevant in this football era?

February 28, 2018 by Takudzwa Chikonzo

Manchester United manager, Jose Mourinho, has stuck to his pragmatic style of play, but could be in danger of being left behind by staying true to himself, writes Takudzwa Chikonzo.

Will Grigg and Wigan reignite the magic of the FA Cup

Will Grigg and Wigan reignite the magic of the FA Cup

February 23, 2018 by Takudzwa Chikonzo

Takudzwa Chikonzo looks back at the FA Cup fifth round tie between Wigan Athletic and Manchester City, and believes that the competition continues to be an avenue for success for those that see its importance.

Crème de la crème: Introducing Ligue 1’s very own "top four" in a one-sided season

Crème de la crème: Introducing Ligue 1’s very own “top four” in a one-sided season

February 14, 2018 by Takudzwa Chikonzo

Paris Saint-Germain may have won the war, but there is a battle for the second Champions League spot, and a potential Ligue 1 top four emerging that should not go unnoticed, writes Takudzwa Chikonzo.

Aubameyang adds goal-scoring quality to a stellar international cast

Aubameyang adds goal-scoring quality to a stellar international cast

February 9, 2018 by Takudzwa Chikonzo

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has hit the ground running at Arsenal, and Takudzwa Chikonzo believes that the Gabonese captain will not look out of place in the Premier League.

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