Kieran Beckles's Sportswriter Profile

Kieran Beckles joined August 2009

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About Kieran »

I am a 20-year-old student currently studying Legal Science and Italian in Galway. However upon completion of my BA degree I wish to pursue a career in journalism. I grew up in Hampshire but have lived in the motherland for the past 10 years. A loyal Liverpool fan since a toddler, I must admit to having a soft spot for my local side Southampton. I try to go to Galway United games as often as possible, weather permitting of course. An avid football fan, in addition I enjoy watching tennis, rugby, cricket and athletics. As an ex rower sporting heroes include Sir Steve Redgrave, Sir Matthew Pinsent and James Cracknell. Football wise Steven Gerrard, Jamie Carragher and Fernando Torres are all inspirational to watch. I also have a keen interest in the fortunes of Andy Murray. Finally hope England reclaim the Ashes!

While on erasmus for a year in Bologna (Italy), a mate and I set up www.thesportreview.com which I also write for and check it out if you have time.

Finally it's been a long summer without football so I'm glad it's back!

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Favorite Athletes

Steven Gerrard, Fernando Torres, Jamie Carragher, Mark Noble, Stephen Ireland, Paul O'Connell, Johnny Wilkinson, Sir Matthew Pinsent, James Cracknell
Favorite Sports Teams

Liverpool, Southampton, Galway United.
Favorite Coaches

Rafa Benitez, Roy Hodgson, Arsene Wenger, Sir Bobby Robson, Brian Clough.
All Time Sports Moment

Istanbul 2005.
Most Memorable Game Attended

Italy V Ireland, Bari March 2009.
Most Unbreakable Sports Record
Ruth or Mays?
Unitas or Montana?
Jordan or Russell?
Gretzky or Orr?
Pele or Maradona?

Can I say neither?
Federer or Sampras?

Federer
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Tiger
Petty or Earnhardt?
Schumacher or Senna?

Schumacher
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

Latest Articles »

The Battle For Fourth Place?

11/20/2009

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France-Ireland: William Gallas Snatches a French Victory in World Cup Qualifier

11/19/2009

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Sir Alex Ferguson Forced to End BBC Silent Treatment

11/16/2009

207 reads 9 comments 3 likes

Rest in Peace, Robert Enke: Bidding Farewell to a True Professional

11/11/2009

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Hey,

Following up yesterday's great debate is the one I've been waiting to write for a long time, and the one I think may be the best debate yet and a must-read for any football fan! Should video technology be introduced into football? Would doing so take away from the 'magic' that makes the game so great? And would it help or hinder the referees? Have your say in the Great Debate!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/294886-the-great-debate-should-video-technology-be-introduced-in-football

Cheers,
Barney

13 hours ago

Barney said...

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Hey,

Henry's handball has got the whole football world talking. What better time for another Great Debate? Should Henry have owned up? Is he a cheat? Should FIFA have allowed a replay? Have your say in the great debate!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/294359-the-great-debate-should-fifa-allow-ireland-vs-france-to-be-replayed

Cheers,
Barney

1 day ago

Andrew Jordan said...

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Kieran, after the Henry handball yesterday, I have decided that replay must be implemented in the beautiful game somehow. Please tell me your reaction.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/293561-why-football-needs-replay-now-and-how-it-could-be-used

2 days ago

Andrew Jordan said...

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Hey Kieran, here is a World Football roundtable on the upcoming UEFA World Cup qualifying playoff.

Hope you enjoy!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/287569-uefa-world-cup-qualifying-playoff-roundtable

11 days ago

Andrew Jordan said...

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Who do you have winning the "Battle of England?"

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/285952-man-united-and-chelsea-meet-at-stamford-bridge-in-battle-of-epls-best

14 days ago

Salaar Shamsi said...

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Hey mate,

I've started a bit of a column, here's the first, The Bottom Corner, paying tribute to a real legend.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/285521-the-bottom-corner-how-do-you-find-another-ryan-giggs

Be sure to have a look at it.

Thanks.
SS.

15 days ago

Farooq Ahmed said...

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Will Arsenal's Defence Define Their Season?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/285323-will-arsenals-defence-define-their-season

15 days ago

Salaar Shamsi said...

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Hey!

I'm back after a rather long layoff.

Liverpool are in all sorts of trouble and I've set out to investigate why?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/276340-liverpool-in-dire-straits-with-only-themselves-to-blame

Have a look!

Thanks
SS.

31 days ago

Andrew Jordan said...

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Hey Kieran, here is my own preview to the Champions League for Matchday Three

Andrew

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/274751-champions-league-matchday-three-preview

33 days ago

Andrew Jordan said...

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Hey Kieran, I just made a slideshow over what are the ten best international football rivalries. I would appreciate it if you could give me your reaction.

Thanks, Andrew

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/272899-ten-best-rivalries-in-international-football

36 days ago

Salomon Gonzales said...

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Hey man. Denmark finally qualified for South Africa.. Have a look!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/270626-drama-in-scandiniva-as-denmark-qualify-and-sweden-lose-their-coach?just_published=1

40 days ago

Erik Frenz said...

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Today, the Daily WTF looks at the Ted Williams situation, after the release of the book "Frozen" which was written by a former employee of Alcor. Your comments are greatly appreciated!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/266204-the-daily-wtf-teds-dead-head

48 days ago

Nabeel Khokhar said...

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Nice article on the Fiorentina game! Liked it a lot.

Nabeel

52 days ago

Naveed Tariq said...

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Hey Kieren, in what I hope to be a new feature to the site, I've written a comprehensive biography of Juve and France Legend Michel Platini, it's long so I can understand if you don't have the time to look at it but otherwise I'd really appreciate your opinion on it.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/262769-legends-revisited-the-life-and-times-of-michel-platini

54 days ago

Salaar Shamsi said...

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A Look at Life In The Big League For The New Boys!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/262179-a-look-at-life-in-the-big-league-for-the-new-boys

Have a look.

Thanks.

SAS

55 days ago

Barney said...

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A Look at Life In The Big League For The New Boys!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/262179-a-look-at-life-in-the-big-league-for-the-new-boys

Have a look.

Thanks.

SAS

55 days ago

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