Ruslan Malinovskyi: Euro 2020’s form player?
Ukraine are one of Euro 2020’s lesser known sides. In Ruslan Malinovskyi however, they possess Europe’s in form midfielder, and a lethal dangerman.
Andreas Skov Olsen: The Danish Dynamo made in Nordsjælland
Andreas Skov Olsen was not supposed to be a winger. In fact, he was not even supposed to be a footballer, but this year he can be a star at … Continue Reading Andreas Skov Olsen: The Danish Dynamo made in Nordsjælland
The American Barcelona: Inside the Barca Residency programme
Soccer continues to rise in USA with a growing influence from Barcelona and the club’s ancient La Masia traditions. 9,000 kilometres west of La Masia, Barcelona are cultivating another crop … Continue Reading The American Barcelona: Inside the Barca Residency programme
The next generation of great Serie A centre backs from Inter, Juventus and Atalanta
Italian football has always been associated with great defensive talent. Here we profile three exceptional centre backs, and their claim to the Serie A throne.
Brennan Johnson: The Nottingham Forest star in Dele Alli’s footsteps
Brennan Johnson has set League One alight this season, FTF spoke to Lincoln City boss Michael Appleton about the talented Welsh sensation. FA Cup third round ties, barring the odd … Continue Reading Brennan Johnson: The Nottingham Forest star in Dele Alli’s footsteps
Borna Sosa: The ‘new David Beckham’ from Dinamo Zagreb
Borna Sosa sent shockwaves around Croatia and Germany with his recent Die Mannschaft debacle. FTF delves into his unique talent and potential. Former Dinamo Zagreb and Croatian technical director, Romeo … Continue Reading Borna Sosa: The ‘new David Beckham’ from Dinamo Zagreb
Crazy Crotone and the surprising rise of Simy
Crotone may be thirteen points adrift of safety at the bottom of Serie A, but the combination of manager Serse Cosmi and Simy Nwankwo has proven joyous, writes Wilf MacDonnell.
Scouting the Balkans: Finding the next Vidic, Modric and Dzeko
The Balkan regions has a great proficiency when it comes to producing elite talent on a regular basis, FTF explored eleven players worth keeping an eye on. For decades they … Continue Reading Scouting the Balkans: Finding the next Vidic, Modric and Dzeko
Unai Emery’s CF Villarreal: Drilled hard to tackle Europe
Villarreal set their priorities straight in hiring Unai Emery. They were now keen to trouble European competition, and have proven to do so this yea in a fascinating maiden campaign together.
Inside GNK Dinamo Zagreb: The club of Modric, Kovacic and Olmo
When it comes to player development, Dinamo Zagreb are among Europe’s elite. FTF spoke to Dinamo’s former technical director Romeo Jozak to find out why. To Romeo’s left, to Romeo’s … Continue Reading Inside GNK Dinamo Zagreb: The club of Modric, Kovacic and Olmo
Andre Silva: Portugal’s EURO 2020 wildcard and a man in demand
Andre Silva is a man in demand. Firing on all cylinders for Frankfurt this season, the Portuguese international is ready to be unleashed at the Euros. Andre Silva was enjoying … Continue Reading Andre Silva: Portugal’s EURO 2020 wildcard and a man in demand
Succeeding Mourinho: profiling the next Tottenham manager
Having parted ways with ‘the special one’, Tottenham are now searching for their next manager. Will they turn to another marquee name, or think more towards the long term?
Pedri: The jewel in a weathered Spanish crown
Pedri has taken to life as a Barcelona player in an exceptional way. His performances beg the question of what impact he could have at the Euros this summer.
Scouting by the numbers – Finding the next Morata, Pedri, and Merino in the Segunda Division
Spain’s underrated second division continues producing excellent talent year in year out. By the time that Borussia Dortmund had decided to pick up Mikel Merino from the Segunda Division, he … Continue Reading Scouting by the numbers – Finding the next Morata, Pedri, and Merino in the Segunda Division
Beyond Brenner: Five exciting MLS transfers to watch in 2021
The arrival of Brenner has created a seismic shift in Major League Soccer. FTF explores five new MLS stars to watch. America is no longer just for Europe’s ageing stars … Continue Reading Beyond Brenner: Five exciting MLS transfers to watch in 2021
Succeeding Hasenhüttl: Finding the next Southampton manager
The highs and lows of Ralph Hasenhüttl and Southampton’s marriage have made it anything but dull. Were he to leave St Mary’s in the coming years, who should replace his work and character?