02/12/2007
The Perils of Platini – Part 3.
If Michel Platini has learned anything from his first year in office as President of UEFA, it will be about … Read More “The Perils of Platini – Part 3.”
26/11/2007
World Cup Draw Review
This is the view of the draw for Africa, CONCACAF, and Asia. Starting with the African groups, as these are … Read More “World Cup Draw Review”
Alleged Robbery
Gloucestershire Police are today investigating a claim from a Mr Wise, originally a cockney barrow boy, but now giving his … Read More “Alleged Robbery”
21/11/2007
Whose Club? My Club?
With many new owners coming into the English game, either on a strictly for profit plan (such as the American … Read More “Whose Club? My Club?”
The Perils of Platini – Part 2.
After the World Cup draw, we wait another week for the next big draw for the finals of Euro … Read More “The Perils of Platini – Part 2.”
13/11/2007
Trust in Dreams?
As we approach the second AGM of the Robins Trust, it is time to take stock of the project. Not … Read More “Trust in Dreams?”
11/11/2007
Cheltenham in the Cup – The Early Years
The first mention I can find of Cheltenham Town in the FA Cup results was for the 1914-5 tournament. However, … Read More “Cheltenham in the Cup – The Early Years”
Croke Park – The Irish Dream
There are few places where the line between Sports and Politics is more blurred than in the republic of Ireland. … Read More “Croke Park – The Irish Dream”
25/10/2007
How Low Can You Get?
About 9 Metres Below Sea-Level Flevoland is the newest province of the Netherlands, indeed it is literally one of the … Read More “How Low Can You Get?”
15/10/2007
The Perils of Platini (part 1)
Michel Platini was elected as UEFA President back in January, and it has taken him until the summer to make … Read More “The Perils of Platini (part 1)”