At Munich-Reim airport ,Liam Whelan replied, “Well, if this is the time, then I’m ready,” as the significant aircraft attempted to take off once more. (Harry’s game) Liam, the fourth of John Whelan’s seven kids, was born on April 1, 1935, at 28 St. Attracta’s Road, Cabra, Dublin. John and Elizabeth Whelan were labourers. Although…
During EURO 2004, Greece did the impossible. They beat the host nation to lift the European Championship for the first time, in a major upset.
William McCrum was born in Ballynahone Beg, Co.Armagh in 1865. He was the son of the linen millionaire Robert Garmany McCrum. William started his studies at The Royal School in Co. Armagh before moving to Trinity College in Co. Dublin. In 1909, he was the High Sheriff of Armagh. William was nicknamed in the community…
The longest away day in football is an incredible amount of distance. Not many football fans would want to make this journey.
Why Do Swansea City & Cardiff City Play In England? These are two of the biggest Welsh clubs, yet they don’t play within their own country.
Pep Guardiola is known as one of the greatest managers of all time. This is due to his adaptability and ingenuity. Here’s the history.
Argentina 6-0 Peru 1978 is regarded as one of the most controversial matches in football history. Rumours of match-fixing have shrouded the game.
This is the story of the tragedy of Superga, an air disaster that killed 31 people, including members of Torino’s best-ever side.
The Bradford City Fire was a tragedy that took the lives of 56 fans. It is often forgotten, or in some cases, people are unaware it happened.
Have you ever wondered why there are sectarian banners regarding the Republic of Ireland in the crowd or why the tricolour flag is flown at Celtic Park during every Celtic game you watch on TV or attend? Since 1888, there has been a strong connection between the Emerald Isle and the Scottish club, both on…
