World Football Top Writers

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Choose Football. Choose a team. Choose a vocation. Choose a family. Choose a stadium, choose bad catering, no leg room, whingeing glory seekers and cynical die-hards. Choose wing wizardry, midfield dynamos, and twenty a season strikers. Choose fixed interest season ticket repayments. Choose your seat. Choose your friends. Choose over-priced replica kits and matching accessories. Choose a reserve team striker on loan from a range of bigger clubs. Choose going out on the lash after the game and wondering who the hell you are on a Sunday morning. Choose sitting on that couch watching mind-numbing, spirit-crushing grand slam Sundays, stuffing junk food into your mouth. Choose going home and away til the end of it all, pishing your last on a miserable terrace, nothing more than an embarrassm...

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As the passion became a career quest, I realized I lost some innocence and spark to my writing. With that being decided upon, my mission has reverted back. I no longer write as a career goal, simply for the love of writing and the love of the sport. Simply a husband, a Dad and a passionate Sox fan who loves to write. I like it better like this.

At the end of the game, the kings and the pawns go in the same box. However, if I have the choice, I'd prefer to be a king.

I hope you enjoy my four picks of the day stories:
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/235767-joe-niekro-daddys-little-girl-knuckles-up-for-aneurysm-research
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/135507-the-man-with-the-golden-touch
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/132265-born-and-bred-red-sox-red
http://bleacherrep...

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SAMIR NASRI IS BACK

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I have been here now for seven months, and I finally will write a proper bio (somewhat).

I originally became a sports fan by watching some major sporting events without realizing it (1998 World Cup final, 1999 Champions League final, 1999 MLB Playoffs etc), and from the excitement that I got from watching these games, I started to take a deeper interest into many different types of sports all throughout the world.

Around six months ago, I was searching Google when I came across an article that criticized Federico Macheda after he scored the winning goal for Manchester United over Aston Villa that Sunday, which was on this site. After seeing it and reading it, I realized that I could write something better than that, and that caused me to start my career here on B/R.

During my ...

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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, ta...

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Hi!

I'm Barney Corkhill, the Liverpool Community Leader for Bleacher Report! Obviously that means I'm a Liverpool fan and I look forward to celebrating the league title finally coming home this season! Other than football, I like playing and watching rugby, cricket, tennis and any other sports really!

In terms of music, The Beatles are by far the greatest band of all time (fact), and it just so happens that they come from the greatest city of all time as well (fact)! I play drums and can play a lot of the Beatles songs on the piano! Anyway, this is a sports site not a music site so I'll stop there! My favourite film is Green Street - It was good enough to almost turn me into a West Ham fan for an hour and it certainly had "I'm forever blowing bubbles" in my head rather ...

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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 En...

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I have been an avid fan of both Juventus and Italian Football since childhood. Always followed as closely as possible, reading as much as I can about the league, its players, coaches, teams and fans.

Bleacher Report gives me a chance to indulge my passion, and write my opinion on all things Calcio.

I follow other sports, particularly Tennis, Basketball and Formula One (forza la Scuderia!), but usually confine my writing to Football as I feel at my best writing about subjects I understand.

I hope my articles engage their readers, spark debate &amp; most importantly, are enjoyed!

Adam

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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/287620-brazil-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/285241-england-squad-preview-capello-faces-injury-crisis-ahead-of-brazil-test

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

I’m also the first winner of ...

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I’ve been here on B/R for quite some time and it’s time I put up a somewhat proper bio.

First of all, I’m originally from Bangladesh and not Italy (although I to take that as a compliment considering I simply love that country and almost everything to do with it), but I live in Stockholm, Sweden.

I’m currently studying for my Bachelor’s in business administration and I’m doing surprisingly well despite the fact that football usually takes up most of my time. I’m a passionate Juventusfan, but here on B/R I try to write about everything concerning Serie A :)

Apart from football and various obligations I’m also taking Italian classes and during the next football season I’m planning to watch my beloved Juventus live for the first time (I know, shame on me it’s taken so long, but I...

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It's a hockey night, in Pittsburgh!

Alongside Sergei Miledin, I write for a hockey website, www.fromrussiawithglove.com, which focuses on the Russian takeover of the NHL. Also, if you have an interest in that other league, the KHL, be sure to check us out.

Born in St. Petersburg, Russia; Currently reside in Pittsburgh, PA.
I am the Zenit St. Petersburg Community Leader.
http://bleacherreport.com/zenit-st-petersburg

It's pronounced "Zee-koff".

I was a 4-year starter on my high school varsity tennis team, and I also played RW for our club hockey team. I've had 5 career hat tricks and I scored 7 points in a game (4G, 3A) on 1/20/07. I use the same stick as Pavel Datsyuk for those wondering.

"Play without fear. And I'll meet you at center ice." - Mario...

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Was born and bred in Sunderland...but don't hold it against me.

My main job is working for the NHS as a Management Trainee in Finance. Alongside my articles on BR I work as a Web Correspondent for Goal.com UK.

You can catch me on www.facebook.com/osgwatson

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Hey,
I am Samrin but most of my family members call me Twinkle- that's my nickname. I am 16 and am a Germany supporter. Bayern and Arsenal are my favourite clubs but Werder and Gladbach have a place in my heart too..I love watching Tennis alongside football and am an admirer of both Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray. I cannot stand Roger Federer!
Otherwise, I am also an admirer of Miro Klose. I have a whole lot of other favourite players as well though.....
Well, that's about it!

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If nothing else works, a total pig-headed unwillingness to look facts in the face will see us through.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/132394-was-2008-the-year-of-the-tiger

http://sports.espn.go.com/espnmag/story?id=3888482

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/284692-hull-city-and-an-uncertain-future

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/288755-hull-citys-ian-ashbee-unsung-hero-of-english-football

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On May 16, 2009, I took a walk on to a stage and was given a green degree case (still waiting for the actual piece of paper in the mail, by the way) that signified the end of a five-year journey. I can now say I am a graduate of Humboldt State University. I was a member of the HSU men's soccer team for two seasons while manning the pipes for the Jacks (even though I never officially got in a game).

I am one of the community leaders for two great sections: San Francisco Giants and Serie A.

I am a baseball purist and root for my beloved San Francisco Giants every day of the year, no matter how they are doing in the standings. You challenge that? Check my wardrobe.

I do pray to Saint Lincecum every fifth day.

We like to establish our dominance with a fastball. We pitch inside w...

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The Charge Of The Light Brigade
by Alfred, Lord Tennyson

Memorializing Events in the Battle of Balaclava, October 25, 1854
Written 1854

Half a league half a league,
Half a league onward,
All in the valley of Death
Rode the six hundred:
'Forward, the Light Brigade!
Charge for the guns' he said:
Into the valley of Death
Rode the six hundred.

'Forward, the Light Brigade!'
Was there a man dismay'd ?
Not tho' the soldier knew
Some one had blunder'd:
Theirs not to make reply,
Theirs not to reason why,
Theirs but to do &amp; die,
Into the valley of Death
Rode the six hundred.

Cannon to right of them,
Cannon to left of them,
Cannon in front of them
Volley'd &amp; thunder'd;
Storm'd at with shot and shell,
Boldly they rode and well...

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I am a long time soccer fan who grew up travelling the country watching Coventry City in the 70's. Now living in the U.S. I am still as passionate about soccer as I was when I was a kid.

It's an honor to the a senior writer at Bleacher Report and I hope to entertain, educate and challenge you with my posts.

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Michelle Angelica Alves

Is that my name? Maybe, maybe not.

I am me, I am a person, a human being. Created for a reason. A reason I have no idea about. How sure am I ? I'm sure I'm me but I can't guarantee how human I am.

So far my life is as normal as it gets, but things change. My life could be a lie, maybe I don't exist. Maybe I am a figment of your imagination. How would you know?

What else can I tell you about myself. My life is normal...but am I? No would be the right answer.

I don't have a Y chromosome, but my brain feels different. I look like a girl, but I act different. I'm attracted to certain kinds of people, but they are never attracted to me.

I'm just a bit weird, just a bit crazy, just a bit wild. A whole nothing. A jack of trades, a queen of nothing.

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I'm taking a bit of a time out, guys. I'll be back soon, I hope.

BELIEVE. That's all you've gotta do.

I've been on B/R for the better part of almost two years now and have focused most of my time towards the development of my beloved World Football Community!

Welcome to Bleacher Report folks!

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I am on a break,cause i have no idea what to write about except Reviews and Previews,as soon i'll find something interesting i'll be back

If you wanna connect to me you can connect me from the following.
My E-mail;omerjawed@aol.com
facebook;www.facebook.com/omerjawed

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A die hard sports fan with too many opinions and a little experience writing. I follow just about every sport with a strong passion for the US soccer's men's national team.

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B/R World Football Writer of the Year 2008.
Former B/R Staff Editor
Now B/R World Football Team Leader

I am both a history (BA) and journalism (MA) graduate, which is only impressive when you consider they are just about the only combination of degrees that guarantee you won't get a job in the current economic climate.

Nevertheless, I hope to one day make it as a sports journalist of the highest level. If nothing else, a man can dream.

I spent over a year as a Staff Editor here at Bleacher Report, responsible for editing contributions and polishing articles for the World Football and Cricket sections of the site. I'm now Team Leader for the World Football section, trying to assist the ever-growing ranks of Featured Columnists with article ideas and advice.

I am trying to m...

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Born and raised in the Philippines, Kat moved to the United States after graduating from college and has established a career in new media advertising. Her passion, though, lies in soccer.

A defender ever since she started playing the sport, she was recently told by her doctor not to run around playing soccer anymore. The stubborn person that she is, she found a loophole by switching to goalkeeping. She has since realized that this new position is the most mentally challenging and physically demanding position she's ever played (this includes the time when she tried to take up wrestling as a kid because she thought the WWF looked fun). But hey, she loves a good challenge.

She follows the WPS, the Premiere League, the Champions League, and the US national teams. Her most favorite ...

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Hi, I'm Alex. I'm a some-time writer, most-time editor on this site. I'm a training journalist, whose keen eye for sporting detail and debate means that I have naturally found myself here at b/r.

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I'm a die hard FC Barcelona fan but I can appreciate RM. Wanna know why? Because I just love to bet and so far they haven't disappointed me ;)

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But then, Paston saved it.
Again, it was euphoria, more hugging strangers, dancing, and hoarse-throated chanting of unintelligible lyrics.
Injury time seemed to drag into an eternity before those magical peeps were heard from the officials whistle, like a Bacchian symphony signalling the dawn of an ancient mythical festival, the signal for the crowd to roar the triumph to the ends of the country.
We trooped out of the ground and into the night, elation in our eyes, smiles on our faces, and a warmth in our hearts that not even the coldest and strongest Wellington wind could blow away.

New Zealand are going to the World Cup for the second time ever and no matter what happens at the tournament, we have already won our final.

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I'm Arsenal Adam. I like Arsenal and you should too.

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Hi. I am 23 years old and have just completed my fourth and final year at the University of Durham, England where I achieved a 2:1 B.A degree in French, Spanish and Catalan.

Having done work experience as a write for a local newspaper recently, I am due to start a full-time NCTJ newspaper course in Wimbledon, during which time I hope to learn a lot about my skills, my writing and my career of choice.

After this, I have hopes of becoming an outstanding sports, food or travel writer at The Independent, The Guardian or another prestigious national newspaper or broadcasting corporation either in England or in Europe.

Please feel free to leave your thoughts, whether positive or negative, on my profile or under my articles - especially if you disagree with something I have typed. . ...

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Andrew has been around on Bleacher virtually from the start and a community leader for around 2 years in the World Football section. He is a former professional footballer in the South African lower leagues with a love for very much everything football.

24 year old Andrew spent the last 3 months of the 2008/09 season as a Setanta football reporter for http://www.setanta.com/uk in the Scottish Premier League section. He writes match reports, gives out player ratings and covers the post match interviews every weekend from an SPL ground.

Sadly, the demise of Setanta means he will be looking for new employment during his final year of his BA Journalism degree at university but has something in the pipeline. He'll keep you all posted.

For anyone checking out this site it is importa...

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I am 28-year-old bubblehead world football lover. I am studying communications full-time at the University here in the city (SF) for another year before I systematically conquer the world (in an alternate universe) while I slowly fade away into obscurity (in this one).

I play a lot of soccer because I am comfortable expressing myself that way and I am good enough at it to be so.

If you want to read objective match reports, there are plenty of sites for that, and we all know and use them. However, there's only one person who sees the game as I do; that's me, and there's only one person who can express it; also me.

If you use the term "whilst", you may get a word from me.

My blog is dioforce.blogspot.com. I can be e-mailed at Dioforce@gmail.

If you are an America...

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I am a young Lebanese-Canadian writer who has great passion for football. I am the co-community leader for Serie A alongside my friend Daniel Penza on Bleacher Report.

I enjoy watching, talking, playing, reading and obviously writing about football. I am a huge fan of Serie A football and my big, impersonal mission on B/R is to hype Serie A and help B/R continue on growing.

My favorite kinds of writing include sarcastic humor which is best-flavored with a good story as a background for an article in order for the humor to have a clear objective which is to criticize a flow and try to provide a motive to bring change.

I hold rebellious ideas in the world of politics. Yet these tendencies are covered up with a modernized mentality and yet some classical beliefs that are essentia...

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Hi, I'm Eric Gomez. Currently, I'm a Television, Film and New Media Major attending San Diego State University in (you guessed it) San Diego, California. Aside from writing and enjoying sports, I design websites in my spare time and wonder why the San Diego Padres haven't had a pitcher throw a no-hitter or a batter hit for the cycle.

I'm a co-Community Leader for the San Diego Chargers section on B/R, as well as the Community Leader for the San Diego Padres. I'm also a somewhat prolific soccer writer, and I've been lucky enough to have four soccer articles published on foxsports.com:

http://msn.foxsports.com/soccer/story/9174862/Why-Real-won%5C%27t-be-signing-any-stars-soon
http://msn.foxsports.com/other/story/9070192/What-have-you-done-for-me-lately
http://msn.foxsports.com/soc...

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Soccer Soap Box is online therapy for a pensive US Soccer fan. Be it MLS, the USA National Team or general topics on international soccer I hope that this page can offer some unique perspectives of news from around the soccer world. Please add your thoughts and constructive criticism.

As for your author, I like to say that my (non work related) priorities are family, friends and footy. Yes, in that order. Yes, they are best when combined.

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Finished uni in 2007 and then spent some months travelling Thailand, Singapore, Austalia, New Zealand and Japan. I'm back home (near London) and freelance as a football reporter - mainly for Southampton, Brighton and Aldershot home games - for a publication called The League Paper.

I'd like to become a full-time sports journalist but jobs are currently limited so I'll be using BR to develop my writing in the mean time.

I'm an Arsenal fan but I'll try to be as impartial as possible and write from a reporter's perspective.

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I am a 16-year old student living in Oxfordshire, England with a deep passion for football. I play for an under 17's side called Cumnor Minors and I am a massive supporter of Liverpool - though I always try and do my best not to be biased when writing about them!

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I am a life long Liverpool fan whose days of supporting the club start from the era of Kevin Keegan. Needless to say, I've lived through some great and some not so great times at Liverpool FC. However for me, there is no other football club in the world like it and like all Liverpool fans hope that there are more great times on the horizon.

I also enjoy pretty much most other sports. I won’t attempt to list them all, but just a few would include, tennis, cricket, golf, athletics, F1, rugby and so on.............

I hope that I can add something to the website and in particular to its Liverpool section. Since I started contributing to Bleacher, I've had an article featured on Foxsports.com

Thanks for stopping by and reading my articles and comments. Happy reading and to all you ...

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My name is Austin Lindberg, I graduated from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota with a degree in print journalism. I primarily focus on world football/soccer, mostly the English Premiership and La Liga but have quite a passion for baseball, hockey and motorcycle racing as well.

Growing up in Minnesota, hockey is in my blood but after briefly living in West London, soccer became my passion. You can look forward to (or not, that's your business) pieces on the transfer window, the US Men's National Team, Chelsea, the Twins and the Wild.

I hope some of you enjoy my work, if you would like to get in touch with me I can be reached at lindberg.austin@gmail.com and I'm on facebook. After a fair bit of hesitance, I finally joined twitter. You can follow me there at htt...

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Shadlee Rahman is a 19 year old university student from Dhaka,Bangladesh. He is currently studying Economics at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada. An avid Manchester United fan, he has contributed to different websites for the last 3 years as a football writer. He started watching football in 1998 during the World Cup while in Singapore and was enthralled with the thrilling run by tiny Croatia ..His hobbies include writing English essays, reading books and magazines ,watching football and cricket and sprinting at the speed of light. The closest he has ever come to being picked for the Bangladesh national soccer team is actually watching them on television...

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In the Photo: A legend with a legend in the making. Both are awesome at their full back positions and way more awesomer in the center!

GREATEST PLAYER TO EVER WALK THE SURFACE OF THE EARTH: SERGIO RAMOS—NO ONE CAN ATTACK &amp; DEFEND THE WAY HE CAN!
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Hey everyone, I am the Community Leader of Real Madrid, and I am here to help, so if you need any help, drop a post on my Bulletin Board below, I'll be glad to help, regardless of the club you support

I have been supporting Real Madrid for a long time now (10 years), and have recently (2 years) started supporting Arsenal.

I try to shine some light on the less known and obviously underestimated Real Madrid Cantera—The youth academy of Real Madrid by ...

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Aside from being a sports fan like the rest of your here on b/r, J.R. writes on Women's Professional Soccer and the Los Angeles Sol here on b/r. J.R. is a proud alumnus of Cal State Long Beach, after already earning a couple AA degrees at Long Beach City College. Currently, he is working towards a couple of Master's Degrees at Keller Graduate School of Management at DeVry University.

J.R. follows a number of pro/semi-pro/amateur clubs: Los Angeles Galaxy, Los Angeles Sol, Long Beach State (all teams), Los Angeles Angels, Long Beach Armada, Belmont Shore RFC, Los Angeles Lakers, LA Sparks, Chelsea FC, Melbourne Victory, Saskatchewan Roughriders, Belmont Shore RFC, FC Tokyo, and AFC Wimbledon.

J.R. has been an anime and manga enthusiast since August 1995. He volunteers his time as a...

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I am a Real Madrid fan . i am also a Spain and Argentina supporter, i have been reading and following my teams whenever i can, and i love to share my thoughts and writing about them with everyone.

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Hi. I'm David Jacobs. Or, for those of you who know me for my parodies - Weird Dave Stankovic.

I live in England. Currently studying for A-levels at King Solomon High School. I'm 18 years old and a devoted fan of Tottenham Hotspur FC.

Admittedly, I went through the alternating stages of 'Like football' and 'Don't like football'. Now I continue to like football so it's all good now :)

Started off by watching Manchester United in the Champions' League every week.
Then my uncle took me to my first Tottenham Hotspur match when I was 5 or 6.
4-0 against Watford. Ginola swivelling in and out of the Watford players like they were training cones.

I think it took off from there - I had officially become a Spurs fan.

As strange as it may seem though, some of my family are Arsenal...

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I'm a thirteen year old guy who loves sports, especially football (soccer). I love Bleacher Report because for a long time I've wanted to voice my opinions but haven't been able to. Bleacher Report allows me to do that. Although I'm a straight A student, I want to become a pro soccer player. Someday I would definitely love for some club in Europe, but representing the USA (my country) would be the greatest honor.

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I'm a massive F1 fan. I have been a McLaren fan for over 10 years, but also have a liking for Williams, and the other independent teams.

I also love tennis, with two of my favourite players still playing being Roger Federer and Kim Clijsters.

Arsenal are my soccer team, London Wasps my rugby union team, while Middlesex, and Durham are my English county cricket teams.

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I am currently finishing up my Bachelor of Arts degree in Politics and History at the University of New South Wales in Sydney, Australia. Contrary to popular belief, I have no interest in AFL, Rugby League/Union or Cricket. My only love is football and I live and breathe this game every day. I never shy from giving a controversial opinion and love to stir up debates in anything related to this beautiful game. My initial skepticism of this community has given way to a belief that this site can transform into a place for 'serious journalism.'

I have contributed to numerous publications in Australia and Singapore. I try never to rewrite my lines as like Arundhati Roy, I believe that a writing style is deeply personal and subjective. It is a true reflection of how an individual feels a...

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I watch sports, and often have reactions which I wish to share.