The Lonely Goalpost

A nil-nil draw with Swanage, a clean sheet for the first game of the season, and then a night out with the boys from Swanage, Cobham, and Ham Rec It wasn't just football; it was community.

Technical attackers often beat defenders, even when the defender knows the move. Football evolves, but skill finds a way. It's cyclical.

Under 17, just finished GCSEs.

My manager suggested Allendale for goalkeeper. I'd just missed out on signing with Yeovil Town, thinking I was better.

I was actually nervous in goal, but confident I could play. Allendale aimed for promotion in Dorset Division One.

Football is about the fans, not the suits at the top. Lose touch with the people who watch, spend, and buy, and it's a slippery slope. Maybe FIFA shouldn't exist.

Pep Guardiola is the pinnacle of coaching, but his blueprint is leading everyone to try the same tactics. Even young coaches get hooked by his methods.

Trying to enjoy the World Cup, but when England struggled, the phone came out to vent. It's fascinating how different industries work, even watching football.

Beach trip with a classic raspberry jam sandwich, white bread, crusts off, cut into triangles. Takes you right back to the 80s!

✨⚽ WHERE HAVE ALL THE FLAIR PLAYERS GONE?

Well… Rayan Cherki might have something to say about that! 👀🔥

Running riot for Manchester City against Crystal Palace — skill, confidence, individuality and that little bit of magic we all want to see.

Even Phil Foden got involved with a cheeky assist! 👏

Ian Webber will be happy after our recent discussion about wanting to see MORE flair players in modern football!

👇 Is Cherki exactly the type of player football needs more of?

Let me know in the comments!

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