Category: Centre-Backs

If you’re getting to know Jannik Vestergaard, you’ll quickly spot him on the pitch—he’s likely to be one of the tallest players you’ll see. Known as the “Big Dane,” …

Michael Keane might not be the most famous name in football, but the underappreciated English defender has an inspiring story. Much like Kalvin Phillips, Michael Keane was born as …

Bravery is essential for any footballer, and when it comes to those who displayed early courage in their childhood, Matthijs de Ligt stands out. Known as the son of …

When Goncalo Inacio was a child, he dreamt of becoming a goalkeeper, but his father had other ideas. Recognizing his son’s talent with his left foot, Goncalo’s dad advised …

Tosin Adarabioyo’s account begins in the heart of London. At St Mary’s Hospital in Paddington, where he was born just three miles away from Stamford Bridge, the iconic home …

Chris Smalling, the son of Theresa Smalling and Lloyd Smalling, comes from a family deeply rooted in Jamaican heritage. For Chris and his younger brother Jason, education was always …

If you know Mason Holgate on the field, you’ve likely seen his knack for controlled aggression and adaptability in defense. But at home, he’s simply “Masey”—the grounded, last-born son …

If you’re interested in a compelling father-son football story, the Blinds are a perfect example. It’s well-known that Daley is the son of Dutch football legend Danny Blind. This …

To the ordinary football fan, the French defender is known simply as Dayot. However, those who know him more personally call him by his full name, Dayotchanculle, which is …

Growing up in Tang Hall, Godfrey was deeply influenced by the area’s rich cultural diversity. With Jamaican roots from his paternal grandfather, he developed a unique blend of ethnic …