The fact that grassroots football across the UK is chronically underfunded is now common knowledge. This isn’t just a problem for the sport of football; it is a problem for society in general. And despite several initiatives and funded projects to improve the situation, the FA, the Premier League and the various organisations involved have barely scratched the surface. So...

While there are many very good footballers currently plying their trade around the world, only a handful can be considered as truly ‘great’. These are the players who - week in, week out - deliver consistent, game-changing performances that win matches and tournaments almost single-handedly. But what makes a footballer great? Is it a natural aptitude for the game? Is...