Norwich City
Apart, together, apart: The recent past of Norwich City and Stockport County
We all develop a soft spot for other clubs at some point during our football supporting lives. Norwich City supporter Matt Wallace gradually found himself drawn to Stockport County and their current struggle for survival, both on and off the pitch, therefore has an unlikely ally in deepest Norfolk. A superb bit of writing. Enjoy.
I first saw a Stockport County game when they were languishing in the basement of …
Talking point: Will the magic of the FA Cup affect promotion hopefuls?
For Championship promotion candidates, is this the worst season to remain in the FA Cup? QPR, Cardiff City, Norwich City and Leeds United are all out of the competition but the likes of Watford, Swansea City and Nottingham Forest remain. Given how competitive the division is this year, will that prove a help or hindrance?
On one hand, you could argue that momentum is the most important factor of all …
Talking point: Premier League rocking the boat at QPR and Cardiff
In a typically tight division, Queen’s Park Rangers and Cardiff City have been the front-runners so far. QPR led from the front, their unbeaten run stretching deep into the season before Watford stole all three points from Loftus Road, whereas Cardiff have struggled in recent weeks. But now their goal, the Premier League, has interfered.
Both clubs may have to cope without their most effective centre-forwards for the rest of …
Ten for 2010: The best Football League teams of the year
Christmas swiftly approaches. It seems like a fitting time to reflect on the calendar year in the Football League and take a look at the teams that have excelled over the last twelve months. Some of those listed have suffered dips in form at some stage or another, but nearly all have managed notable achievements.
10. Rochdale
Rochdale have struggled to adapt to life in League One following promotion, but …
The 72 interviews: Sky Sports presenter David Jones
When you turn on your television and tune in for some live Football League coverage, the chances are that you will see Sky Sports presenter David Jones beaming back at you. David was kind enough to devote some time to talk, both about his career and the Football League in general, with The Seventy Two…
One of the reasons I set up this site is that I get the sense …