Supporting the England football team should come with a health warning. There have been so many near moments as teams aim to end England's trophy drought. From Gazza's tears in 1990 through to penalty heartbreak once again under the Wembley arch. It's Coming Home (Probably) is one man's many years of hurt.
The narrative explores the author's unexpected battle with mental health issues that spiraled out of control, leading to a profound transformation in their life. The journey reflects the confusion and fear associated with losing control over one's mind. Ultimately, the author emphasizes resilience and the importance of taking action, offering hope and encouragement to others facing similar struggles. This personal account serves as a testament to recovery and the possibility of regaining one's life amidst mental health challenges.
Although the footballing world is littered with superstar players, some take it upon themselves to drag their respective teams to glory. From Lionel Messi to Maradona, Cristiano Ronaldo to the original Ronaldo, 'Il Fenomeno', this is the story of those special players. Relive the past glories of players and teams from different eras and cultures.
An Ode to Four Four Two examines how coaches in Europe, and particularly England, settled on the 4-4-2 formation to build iconic teams which would dominate both domestically and in Europe. Some of the biggest clubs in world football used the system to devastating effect; while smaller clubs employed the formation to outperform expectations.