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A recent university graduate with a passion for football.

I’ll be focusing mainly on international football on here, mainly on the Three Lions as an avid but realistic supporter.

A couple of my regular pieces are on England's past games and historical record against their next opponent, see here for the latest: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/234133-holland-vs-england-the-history

I also preview upcoming England squad annoucements and have a look at who might be in or out with varying degrees of success, see here for the latest: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/265156-england-squad-preview-final-world-cup-qualifiers

I’m also looking to branch out into the French and Portuguese national teams as particular interests.

I’m also the first winner of the Bleacher Report EPL Fantasy Football title on the fantasy.premierleague.com website. Oh yes. Looking forward to defending my title already.

Matt's Recent Articles

LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 14: England Manager Fabio Capello looks on prior to the FIFA 2010 World Cup Qualifying Group 6 match between England and Belarus at Wembley Stadium on October 14, 2009 in London, England. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

England Squad Preview: Capello Faces Injury Crisis Ahead of Brazil Test

Published 1 day ago
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PARIS - NOVEMBER 19: Patrick Vieira of France passes the ball during the International Friendly between France and Uruguay at the Stade de France on November 19, 2008 in Paris, France. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images)

France Squad for Irish Playoff Test Has No Room for Vieira

Published 2 days ago
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PARIS - SEPTEMBER 10: Thierry Henry of France during the FIFA 2010 Group Seven World Cup Qualifying match between France and Serbia at the Stade de France on September 10, 2008 in Paris, France. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)

Republic of Ireland Matched Up with France in World Cup Playoff Draw

Published 19 days ago
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BUENOS AIRES, BUENOS AIRES - MARCH 28: Argentine manager Diego Maradona waves to the fans prior to the 2010 FIFA World Cup South African qualifier match between Argentina and Venezuela at River Plate Stadium on March 28, 2009 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. (Photo by Photogamma/Getty Images)

FIFA World Rankings, October '09: Argentina Rise Again

Published 22 days ago
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Barney responded to a comment on Roma Become First Non-English UWCC Champions with Win Over Fulham
Barney responded to a comment on Roma Become First Non-English UWCC Champions with Win Over Fulham
Keith Griffin responded to a comment on Dunga Calls Up Foreign Based Players For England and Oman Friendlies
Keith Griffin responded to a comment on Dunga Calls Up Foreign Based Players For England and Oman Friendlies
Matt S commented on Michael Owen Can Expect Frosty Anfield Reception

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by S
11 days ago

A list that may interest a certain Italian coach

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/279554-dunga-calls-up-24-foreign-based-players-for-england-friendly
by S
11 days ago

A list that may interest a certain Italian coach

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/279554-dunga-calls-up-24-foreign-based-players-for-england-friendly
by Andrew
22 days ago

Hey Matt, 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
by Farooq
2 months ago

Arsene Wenger's Message To Philippe Senderos, Time To Step Up.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/249864-arsene-wengers-message-to-philippe-senderos-time-to-step-up/show_full
by Andrew
2 months ago

Hey Matt, I just wrote this article about Fabio Capello staying with the English national team past the 2010 World Cup.

Please tell me what you think of it.

Thanks

Andrew

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/248698-will-fabio-capello-remain-manager-of-england-after-the-2010-world-cup
by Ricky
2 months ago

Will 2010 Be England's Last Chance To Win The World Cup For A Decade?

Check out the latest article, and be sure to leave an opinion! :)

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/236460-2010-will-be-englands-last-chance-to-win-the-world-cup-for-a-decade

Rick :)
by Farooq
2 months ago

Who Will Arsene Wenger Sign Before The Transfer Window Closes?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/235517-who-will-arsene-wenger-sign-before-the-transfer-window-closes?just_published=1#page/1

Thanks.
by tumang
2 months ago

thanks for the add fan.:-)
by Owen
3 months ago

Haha...basically my friend is an editor on Goal.com and is looking for someone in Liverpool to work for them, so I thought if you were from around there I would put you forward (after taking a look @ some of your articles)

But nevermind =)
by Patrick
3 months ago

Are sports heroes really dead? Find out in my latest article whenever you get a moment. Thanks.

Patrick

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/232245-no-more-heroes-whatever-happened-to-just-plain-amazing
by Owen
3 months ago

Hi Matt, where about in the UK are you based? Call it a curiosity...
by Salaar
3 months ago

Hey,

Has the lack of football in the summer, gotten the better of you?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/230153-brace-yourselves-my-brethren-the-action-begins-again

Give it a read, I hope you won't be disappointed.
Thanks,
SS
by Barney
3 months ago

Hey,

I've just written a special tribute to one of the greatest coaches in English football history and one of the greatest characters in the game who passed away earlier today: Sir Bobby Robson. If you've got time, can you check it out?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/227855-a-tribute-tosir-bobby-robson

Cheers,
Barney
by Rob
3 months ago

No problem Matt, glad I can help!
by David 'MITB'
3 months ago

Hey,

I've finally gotten round to writing a football article! It's about players with huge potential who never quite achieved what they should have.

I think it will prove an interesting read. Let me know what you think.

Please spread the word!!!

Cheers

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/219106-top-10-footballers-who-failed-to-realise-their-potential

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