Category: Centre-Backs
When you think about Newcastle’s rise in the football world, you might notice that Sven Botman often flies under the radar. Despite his crucial role in strengthening the club’s …
Known affectionately as “Dioppy,” Issa Diop comes from a distinguished football lineage. His grandfather, Lybasse Diop, was a trailblazer as the first Senegalese player in Ligue 1, having played …
The story of Toti Gomes is a fascinating journey of transformation and perseverance. As a child, Toti was deeply immersed in rugby, showing promise as a young player. In …
If you ask Pau Torres about Aston Villa before his move, he’d admit he didn’t know much about the club. His primary motivation was to work under Unai Emery. …
Walker Zimmerman’s journey from a young soccer enthusiast to a key figure in USA soccer’s defense is a remarkable story of faith and sporting perseverance. Born with a deep …
Naomi Girma’s story is one of dedication, family support, and achieving a father’s dream. Born in San Jose, California, to Ethiopian immigrants Girma Aweke and Seble Demissie, Naomi grew …
When we think of footballers who have experienced the loss of a loved one at a crucial moment in their careers, Jan Paul van Hecke and Conor Bradley come …
On the eve of the new millennium, Ebere Bassey Etim and Kingsley Ikenna Ughelumba welcomed a son named Calvin Bassey, who would later become a celebrated footballer. However, after …
Nikola Milenkovic’s story begins with his mother, Nadežda Milenković, a dedicated schoolteacher who made numerous sacrifices to support her son’s football dreams. As a child, Nikola faced significant challenges, …
Nicknamed ‘The Rock,’ this article tells the story of Wesley Fofana, a footballer and a hardcore Chelsea fan since childhood. Born in Marseille, France, Fofana’s father is Ivorian, and …