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- January 08, 2021
In 2020 the world of football has been greatly impacted by COVID-19 and the restrictions governments have in place. Within this blog post we are going to look into how the Premier League teams, players and fans have been impacted by the restrictions in place. And will also investigate how these changes have impacted the performance of the squads by comparing their season-to-season stats.
Changes to Scheduling and Spectators
The Premier League has seen two seasons in total impacted by the COVID-19 restrictions which lead to an alteration in scheduling as well as spectators. In this section of the article, we are going to look into how these two important elements of the football season have been adjusted accordingly.
In March 2020 England went into a full lockdown which saw a stay-at-home order in place. This was constantly extended
- March 20, 2020
Euro 2020 cancelled, the Premier League football across Europe suspended with no certainty of the season being concluded. Who could have predicted this is the situation we would find ourselves in in twenty-twenty? Of course, in comparison to the global situation the cancellation of some football games isn’t that important. But it does have a wider implication not only for the sport itself, but for the economy, for businesses who rely on football to make a living as well as on the mental health of players, coaches, technical and admin staff as well as supporters around the world.
How Coronavirus Has Impacted Football
Massive disruption, and countrywide shut-downs are happening around the world, to prevent further spread of Covid-19. Covid-19 commonly referred to as Coronavirus originated in China in December 2019, has spread to every continent since. Coronavirus is a viral infection, that causes a range of symptoms primarily in the respiratory system that can range from
- February 05, 2020
Marcus Rashford is currently the top scorer for Manchester United and he holds a top 5 position for goals in the Premier League and Carabao Cup for the 2019/20 season. In his fifth season playing professional topflight soccer with Manchester United, we are going to look back on his journey from youth soccer to the first team as well as comparing his performance over the years.
Here are the basics of Rashford’s personal and player profile, keep reading to find out more about his journey through the years:
- DOB – 31st October 1997
- Height – 1.8m
- Weight – 69.8kg
- Nationality – English
- Signed – 1st July 2015
- Position - Forward
Rashford’s Youth Career
Born on the 31st October 1997, Marcus grew up in Manchester which meant that his connections with the local club were strong from an early age. In fact, the first soccer game he ever saw was hosted at Old Trafford. He
- January 29, 2020
This week the two Manchester based football teams go head to head in the Carabao Cup. These two clubs are the closest of rivals as they split allegiance. Within this article we are going to explore the performance of each of the team’s so far within the Carabao Cup tournament as well as their history of head to head matches. With this information we are going to try and predict the outcome of the match which is taking place on the 29th January. So, if you want to find out more about this upcoming match, then keep on reading.
Manchester United’s Performance
First, we are going to delve into the performance of Manchester United now. Most well-known for the distinctive red colouring of the Manchester United home shirt, this soccer team has gained the love and support from fans worldwide in recent years. They have
- April 16, 2019
Recently we have looked into the impressive careers of footballers through time and how they transformed their career from the pitch to a managerial position. And one of the most significant managers of Premier League history is Sir Alex Ferguson, with his knighthoods and outstanding track record of club success; within this article we are going to explore the managerial career of the Red Devils figurehead.
Although he is now retired from his position, we will acknowledge the evolution of his career in the football world along with the awards and trophies he has gained thanks to his managing expertise. So if you want to find out more about Sir Alex Ferguson, then keep on reading this post!
His Early Years
Born on the 31st December 1941, Alex Ferguson first started his career on the pitch at only 16 years old. At this age he played with Queen’s Park in the striker position and during his first match he helped the squad achieve their 2-1 win against Stranraer.
- April 02, 2019
Since the early 90s, David Beckham has become a household name in the soccer community and has taken Europe and the USA by storm. From his expertise on the pitch playing for a range of Premier League, LA Liga, Serie A and Ligue 1 squads, to shaping the football scene over in the States, he is possibly one of the most popular and well-known figures of the 21st Century.
Within this article we are going to take a look into the impressive career of Beckham on and off the pitch. So if you want to find out more about this significant soccer player, then keep on reading!
David Beckham’s Position as Midfielder
Ever since he was a young boy, David Beckham has always wanted to play professional football when he grew up. During an interview in 2007 Beckham said “At school, whenever the teachers asked, ‘What
- November 29, 2018
Struggling to find the ideal gift for the MUFC fan in your life this Christmas? Worry no further! This article has been put together covering a range of price budgets to suit your preferences. Whether you are looking for small stocking fillers or main presents, we have explored all of these types within. Be sure to take a look through all of the categories listed below and shop the stock over on our online store Soccer Box, but act fast as sizes are very limited on these must-have football kits and accessories!
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- November 04, 2018
Many young children love football, some are brought up to play from a very young age in local teams and some start later on, maybe during school years.
Nowadays there are so many options in school for children to play soccer, most schools now teach football as an actual physical education activity.
The majority of children love this and get the chance to bring in their kids soccer jerseys to show off who they support! You can find a large range of soccer kit from many online stores around the World.
Children will be brought up differently, some children get a choice in who they support but unfortunately some don't and are persuaded to support a team their parents do.
It is fair that children should get the right to choose who they want to support.
There are a wide variety of football teams to support, - October 16, 2018
Soccer has taken over the world and is one of the largest sports that is publicised. But while you have been donning your team’s latest jersey or attending a flash new stadium, have you ever taken into consideration how much this has an impact on the environment? And it is not just down to loyal fans which contribute to the environmental effects of football, it is also the managers/players themselves and the sports brands too.
So within this article we will take an in-depth look into all of the ways that soccer negatively effects the environment. And we can also review the strategies, innovative campaigns and designs which companies and football clubs are adopting to make a difference. First we take a look at some of the negative impacts on the environment, then we will go on to look at some examples of where football clubs and kit manufacturers are trying to reduce their foot-print and promote sustainable ideas and renewable energy where possible.
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- October 02, 2018
Along with the ongoing tournaments such as the Premier League, Serie A, La Liga, Bundesliga, Primeria, the Champions League is also in progress. This league incorporates a range of clubs from all of the leagues across Europe and is a widely celebrated by fans worldwide as they cheer on their favourite soccer team once more. Currently in the group stages, the Champions League is where clubs across the globe compete on the soccer field to eventually lift the trophy at the end of the games – thus gaining Champions status.
Within this blog post we will take a look at how the tournament is panning out at the moment and what we can expect from the clubs in the coming weeks. From looking at how the matches have been scheduled and the groups picked, to the highest scoring player and team, you will find out all about this here.
How are the Teams Grouped?
After the initial play-offs had taken place prior to the scheduled group matches, the teams were whittled down to the