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As we're now in the post-Michael Jackson era, to anyone who dislikes MJ, Yoosof says: Beat It. Anyway...

First of all, Yoosof is a 17-year old half-Irish, half-useful Iranian (according to legendary sports journalist Christopher Rowlands) who is currently a student at a delightful sixth-form college/school/thingy in the Republic of Medway, Kent, United Kingdom. He is studying for A-levels in English Literature, Psychology, Spanish, and Physical Education, as well as a Level 2 Community Sports Leader award. He aspires to be a sports journalist in the future.

Yoosof ‘The Destroyer’ (or Henry if you prefer) Farah, or Egginator 3000 as he is known to most, is an avid sports fan who enjoys participating in several sports, such as football, table tennis, table tennis, and of course, table tennis. When not playing for his local football team, Yoosof/The Destroyer/Egginator 3000 can be found at his local table tennis club, where he often likes to participate in activities such as swearing at the umpire who dared to say the ball was out and did not clip the edge of the table (when of course it did).

As well as participating in sport, Yoosof also likes to watch the professionals and see how they do it (although of course we all know Yoosof is the best, better than any other sportsperson in any sport in the world ever). He enjoys watching the beautiful game, but only watches football of the highest quality, hence why he has a season ticket with Gillingham FC. He also enjoys watching high quality table tennis, and follows the mighty Royal Ville Charleroi and their exploits in the Table Tennis European Champions League.

Yoosof joined Bleacher Report because he wanted to show the world his amazing skills in analysis of sporting events (although just between me and you, the real reason was that after seeing an advert on Facebook that demanded he write for B/R, Yoosof was too scared that the words on the advert would jump out of the screen and kill him, so he immediately signed up). On B/R, Yoosof is trying to promote Gillingham FC, and the club which he is currently Community Leader of, Aston Villa. And yes, Yoosof is blissfully unaware that these two sides met on Sunday 4th January 2009, in the FA Cup Third Round (sponsored by E.ON don’t forget) at the KRBS Priestfield Stadium.

Finally, Yoosof is going to scrap the last paragraph from the previous bio (in order to save on words, and tell you some important information). Perhaps his best journalistic achievement to date, Yoosof has had his first ever article published on Fox Sports. Here's the link:
http://msn.foxsports.com/soccer/story/9217684/Another-year-at-Old-Trafford-for-United-legend. You best read this article, or else...
*Talking about yourself in the third person doesn't mean you're mentally retarded, despite talk of the contrary. If you don't believe me, just ask Cristiano Ronaldo.

Yoosof's Recent Articles

LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 04: Zavon Hines (L) of West Ham contests with Richard Dunne of Aston Villa during the Barclays Premier League match between West Ham United and Aston Villa at Upton Park on November 4, 2009 in London, England. (Photo by Hamish Blair/Getty Images)

Aston Villa Look To Bounce Back Against Bolton Wanderers

Published 1 day ago
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MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 03: Paul Scholes of Manchester United scores his team's second goal during the UEFA Champions League Group B match between Manchester United and CSKA Moscow at Old Trafford on November 3, 2009 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Manchester United and CSKA Moscow Poor in Old Trafford Thriller

Published 3 days ago
388 reads 12 comments

ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - OCTOBER 29: (Back row L-R) Jarno Trulli of Italy and Toyota and Adrian Sutil of Germany and Force India, (Front row L-R) Kimi Raikkonen of Finland and Ferrari and Fernando Alonso of Spain and Renault attend the drivers press conference during previews to the Abu Dhabi Formula One Grand Prix at the Yas Marina Circuit on October 29, 2009 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Ker Robertson/Getty Images)

Adrian Sutil vs. Jarno Trulli: Fight Night Round Two

Published 9 days ago
100 reads 3 comments

LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 14: David Beckham of England crosses the ball during 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 Phil Cole/Getty Images)

England v Belarus at Wembley: Much Better than on the TV

Published 23 days ago
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Yoosof Farah responded to a comment on Roma Become First Non-English UWCC Champions with Win Over Fulham
Yoosof Farah responded to a comment on Roma Become First Non-English UWCC Champions with Win Over Fulham
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Michelle Alves responded to a comment on Is Alonso's Exit the Reason for Liverpool's Downfall?
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Yoosof Farah responded to a comment on Marlon King Doesn't Deserve Another Chance

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Favorite Athletes

Andrew Crofts, Nicky Southall, Kevin Pietersen, Lewis Hamilton, Cristiano Ronaldo, Ryan Giggs, Michael Schumacher, Roger Federer, Rafael 'The Matador' Nadal, Pete Sampras, Robert Key, Martin Van Jaarsveld, Sir Bobby Charlton, Alfredo Di Stefano, Ali Daei, Tiger Woods, Padraig Harrington, Jack Nicklaus, Michael Phelps, Aryton Senna, Michael Jordan, Usain Bolt, Laleh Seddigh, Rubens Barrichello, Ali Karimi, Hossein Kaabi, Javad Nekounam, Medhi Mahdavakia, Vahid Hashemian, Gabriel Agbonlahor, John Carew, Ashley Young, Gareth Barry, Nigel Reo-Coker
Favorite Sports Teams

Gillingham, Manchester United, Royal Ville Chaleroi, Kent CCC, Persepolis, Esteghlal, Hull City, Gretna, FC Barcelona (más que un club), McLaren Mercedes, Aston Villa, England (football, rugby, cricket and table tennis), Ireland (football, rugby, cricket and table tennis), Iran (football, rugby, volleyball, weightlifting, and table tennis)
Favorite Coaches

Sir Alex Ferguson, Mark Stimson, Graham Ford, Jose Mourinho
All Time Sports Moment

The last corner of the last lap of the Formula One 2008 Brazilian Grand Prix at the Interlagos circuit in Sao Paulo
Most Memorable Game Attended

I've been lucky enough to go to several amazing games including a UEFA Champions League final, but for me the 2009 Carling Cup Final was my most memorable.
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

All of Michael Phelps records: he is the king of swimming
Ruth or Mays?

George Herman Ruth, Jr.
Unitas or Montana?

Joe Montana
Jordan or Russell?

Michael Jordan
Gretzky or Orr?

Wayne Gretzky
Pele or Maradona?

Alfredo Di Stefano
Federer or Sampras?

Rafael 'The Matador' Nadal
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Padraig Harrington
Petty or Earnhardt?

Lee Arnold Petty
Schumacher or Senna?

Lewis Hamilton
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

Mmmm... a Big 12 sounds real nice. I want one.

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by Andrew
about 12 hours ago

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
by Salaar
1 day ago

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.
by Farooq
1 day ago

Will Arsenal's Defence Define Their Season?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/285323-will-arsenals-defence-define-their-season
by Carolina
2 days ago

I've finally got around to writing something about the Tiger's current plight. Take a look for me and see what you think.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/284692-hull-city-and-an-uncertain-future
by Robert
3 days ago

Hello Buddy, I would like you to take a look at this important article. it will most likely be my last on bleacher report. Feel free to pass it around. God Bless and thank you.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/283900-you-are-not-a-unique-snowflake
by Dann
8 days ago

Hey mate. Wrote a piece that has so far been appreciated a lot. Wouls like to know your thoughts.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/281043-the-coin-the-woman-and-the-great-game-of-cricket

Thanks, Dann
by David
8 days ago

I'm consoling Rafa Benitez. Here's how:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/280469-parodies-hey-there-benitez

Enjoy.
by Andrew
22 days ago

Hey Yoosof, 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 Emma
26 days ago

Hey Yoosof - Scotland's youth football culture, and the problems within it. Please check it out, if you've got a minute :-)

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/270669-untrained-and-unqualified-scotlands-youth-football-coaches
by Canadian
28 days ago

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/269572-the-canadian-kid-challenge Check It out
by Bela
about 1 month ago

Hey man, here's my latest.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/268333-roman-remains-committed-to-blues-says-buck
by S
about 1 month ago

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/267959-fifa-u-20-world-cup-alex-teixeira-is-on-fire

Have another look at today's stars.
Forget old news stars.
by David
about 1 month ago

Hey Yoo, fair result for Villa against Man City.

Keeping the Spurs where they belong,
me liiike, me liiike ;)

How disgusting is it that sponsors are stamping their name all over football and the fact that England can't watch the England away match this weekend!?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/267535-naming-rights-theyre-just-wrong

This is my rant. enjoy.

Weird Dave-jan Stankovic ;)
by Andrew
about 1 month ago

Hey Yoosof, I recently wrote an article about if it's possible to beat Manchester United.

If you could read it and tell me what you think about it, I would really appreciate it!

Thanks
Andrew

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/264808-how-do-you-beat-manchester-united
by Naveed
about 1 month ago

Hey Yoosof, in what I hope to be a new feature to the site, I've written a comprehensive biography of 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

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Manchester United and CSKA Moscow Poor in Old Trafford Thriller

Adrian Sutil vs. Jarno Trulli: Fight Night Round Two

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