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1997–2000: Louis van Gaal and the ‘Dutchification’ of Barcelona

June 19, 2020 by Daniel Law

Daniel Law takes an in depth look at Spanish giants Barcelona and how their style of play evolved by following the successful Dutch model.

Exclusive extract of José Mourinho: The Special Paradox

September 12, 2012 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly gives us an extract from Chapter Four of his latest Kindle, José Mourinho: The Special Paradox.

Ciaran Kelly – Author of Johan Cruyff: The Total Voetballer

May 10, 2012 by Ciaran Kelly

BackPageFootball regular Ciaran Kelly talks about his first full publication and provides us with an exclusive extract from the Johan Cruyff biography.

Ronaldo Luís Nazário de Lima: A Tribute to O Fenômeno

April 16, 2012 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly looks at the career of one of the all time great strikers.

2011/2012: The season Napoli finally emerged from Diego Maradona’s shadow

October 26, 2011 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly looks at Serie A club Napoli who have enjoyed something of a resurgence over the past 12 months or so.