Archive for the ‘Youth Football’ Category

English coaches must embrace continental ideals

June 14th, 2011

After watching England draw with Switzerland, the Sunday papers were outraged and, predictably, called for manager Fabio Capello’s head. The performance itself was lacklustre and devoid of any spark. Capello cited fitness as the reason behind England’s inability to…Read More

Gareth Southgate’s elite development proposals to face September vote at FA

June 4th, 2011

When England crashed out of the World Cup at the hands of a youthful, exciting and fluid German side last summer, the reaction was universally angry. There was ire reserved for the players who let themselves down so badly,…Read More

Zesh Rehman: more than just a footballing loss for Bradford City?

December 21st, 2010

Zesh Rehman is heading to Thailand for the next stage in his career after helping to pave the way for British Asian players to make a mark in the sport. As Chris Bridger reports, he’s an important community figure…Read More