Andy Rojas and Joseth Peraza: Costa Rica’s Emerging Football Stars
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Andy Rojas and Joseth Peraza: Costa Rica’s Emerging Football Stars

Costa Rica is no stranger to producing footballing talent, but even the most passionate fans were pleasantly surprised to see two familiar names alongside the likes of Kobbie Mainoo, Lamine Yamal, Jorrel Hato, and Archie Gray on the CIES Football Observatory’s list of teenagers with the most senior minutes worldwide. Among global football’s emerging stars,…

James Scanlon: Man United’s Gibraltarian Gem Ready to Shine
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James Scanlon: Man United’s Gibraltarian Gem Ready to Shine

When it comes to producing young talent, Manchester United’s academy remains one of the most prolific in England. Even as the club faces turbulent times, it has continued to nurture young players and offer them chances on the grand stage. With a remarkable history of academy graduates like Marcus Rashford, the focus on developing players…

FC Romania fans
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Rooted in Pride, Driven by Passion: FC Romania

In 2006, a small group of Romanian friends in London formed FC Romania with little more than a football and a shared dream. What started as a weekend hobby soon grew into something bigger—a beacon of pride for the Romanian community in the UK, a lifeline to their homeland, and an unexpected journey up the…

Frans Hoek GoalPlayer van Gaal
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Frans Hoek’s GoalPlayer: Revolutionising Goalkeeping

Football is no stranger to transformation, and one of its most notable evolutions has emerged from a position that often goes unnoticed until it saves the day: the goalkeeper. Traditionally the last line of defence, the goalkeeper’s role has significantly shifted in recent decades. And much of that shift can be attributed to the pioneering…

Toby Collyer: Manchester United’s Next Hot Prospect
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Toby Collyer: Manchester United’s Next Hot Prospect

Manchester United midfielder Toby Collyer has recently signed a new contract with the Red Devils, taking him up to 2027 with an option of a further year if the club wish to do so. Collyer joined the club in 2022 from Brighton and Hove Albion and has impressed for the under-18s and 21s teams under Travis Binnion.

Sverre Nypan
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Sverre Halseth Nypan: Norway’s Next Star

Football Manager players will smile when they see the name Sverre Halseth Nypan. An all-time great within the video game is the Norwegian, and he has the talent to match that up on the pitch too. The 17-year-old got to showcase that on Monday against Manchester United, as he glided through the midfield of a…

Why Archie Gray Is The Perfect Signing For Spurs
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Why Archie Gray Is The Perfect Signing For Spurs

“”He is, without any doubt, one of the biggest talents in his age group in this country,” “ Daniel Farke, Leeds United Manager. There’s no hiding the fact that Archie Gray has been one of the most exciting talents in both the English setup and within Leeds United for many years. One might wonder, however: How…

England’s 2008 generation—the talent offering a glimpse into the three lions’ future
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England’s 2008 generation—the talent offering a glimpse into the three lions’ future

England, as a footballing nation, has never struggled to produce some of the world’s leading talent. The question has always remained: is there enough at any given time to form a competitive outfit, and if so, can they put club rivalries aside for cohesion’s sake? In this multi-part series, I set out to highlight some…