With the FIFA Women’s World Cup starting in less than three days, players, supporters and football fans alike are at the ready to take on the heat in France this summer. The international competition has been held every four years since 1991 and this year, home to an exquisite selection of cheeses and fine red … Continue Reading →
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Can you name the 50 most expensive Old Firm transfers??
I’ve seen a good few of these ‘name the X most expensive transfers from X club’ recently, so, I’ve decided to jump on the bandwagon for two reasons: It’s unlikely anyone else will do an Old Firm quiz They’re fun Below you’ll find the clubs that these players signed from, and the fees (adjusted for … Continue Reading →
The 10 Most Expensive January Transfers
The most expensive January Transfer Window transfers ever Any football fan worth his salt will be able to tell you the most expensive transfers – it’s general knowledge in the football world. However, when it comes to signings made only in the January transfer window, the top 10 looks a little different. The biggest transfers … Continue Reading →
The Most Productive Day Off
The story of how a policeman from Gibraltar put a European giant to the sword For a hard working policeman, a day off seems like the perfect opportunity to relax, put your feet up and recharge the batteries. This is exactly what Gibraltarian law man Lee Casciaro did with his day off on July 12th, … Continue Reading →
Where to find the best football stadiums in the UK
I’ve been to many football stadiums in my time. All over Britain. All over Europe! And this is great, as, not only is it fulfilling an important pastime of mine, it’s also allowed me to travel and experience some of the greatest buildings on the planet. Well, in my opinion anyway. So, let’s have a … Continue Reading →
Why The Old Firm Fans Are The Worst Fans In The World
It’s July 1690. A battle between a Dutch monarch and an English King takes place on the East coast of Ireland. Over 326 years later, and I can’t get my pizza delivered as a result. Saturday the 10th of September 2016 was a busy night in Glasgow, with it marking the first league meeting between … Continue Reading →
What Is The Most Expensive Team Of All Time?
Paul Pogba’s world record breaking move back to Manchester United was just one broken record of the latest transfer window. We also saw the fees paid for a striker and defender being broken by Gonzalo Higuain and John Stones respectively. This started a trend where sports media sites were churning out these ‘most expensive teams … Continue Reading →
The Ultimate Football Quiz
Think you know football? Prove it. Have a go at Spend It Like Beckham’s Ultimate Football Quiz and see how you do. Loading The Ultimate Football Quiz
The Value of Euro 2016
Euro 2016 is currently taking place in France. The tournament is the most prestigious prize in European football, and one of the highest profile sporting events in the world. It is also one of the most lucrative. Modern football is inherently commercial in its nature and produces massive revenues through mediums such as television broadcast deals, … Continue Reading →
Leicester City – The Movie!!
The world loves an underdog story. Especially in film. Whether it’s the Cool Runnings, Rocky, Eddie The Eagle, or Bad News Bears, we love to see the little guy (or guys) come up against the major players and win. Or sometimes lose. As we all know, Leicester City has been having their very own Cinderella … Continue Reading →
