A Plus Tard – Rachael As a scholar, French language class proved somewhat problematic. In a forlorn attempt to conceal his inadequacies; vowels were adorned with...
The Hitman and Hearns Throughout a truly remarkable career – spanning well-nigh three decades, he fought them all. A veritable who’s who of the finest pound-for-pound...
Howe do you solve a problem like Newcastle? He’s the talk-of-the Toon is Eddie. The freshly-appointed Newcastle United Head Coach was formally introduced (to an expectant...
Clough Times Ahead Unashamedly forthright; his footballing achievements were shape-shifting. A product of North Yorkshire; Brian Clough rose to prominence with Middlesbrough FC – in the...
The One and Only – Jack Nicklaus A native of Columbus Ohio; Jack’s formative years were spent within Upper Arlington High School. Nicknamed the ‘Golden Bears’,...
Joe Harper: Gold-Star Striker As was customary; the Monday evening training-session concluded with the centre-spot challenge. Mindful of their surroundings, the youngsters (in-turn), attempted a dead-ball-strike...
Saturday Night Fervour For longer than one can remember, it’s been a Saturday-night staple. Characterised by the instantly-recognisable theme-tune (courtesy of Barry Stoller), Match of the...
Triomphe de la réalité To paraphrase Ms Thunberg; – ‘loose talk costs lives’. Therefore, a collective display of intent, seems long overdue. Leave that automobile at home,...
The Trailblazers 30 December 1978, Old Trafford, Manchester. In-form West Bromwich Albion take the field intent on maintaining their upward trajectory; whilst hosts Manchester United seek...
The Long-Arm of the Law As United await the return of their soldier-of-fortune; spare a thought for The Lawman. Well-nigh six decades have passed since his...