The Life of Harry Winks: An English Baller with Spanish Heritage
Footballers often dream of grand achievements, but for Harry Winks, his dream was simpler yet profound: to play for the England national team. Born to Anita and Gary, and …
Category: Midfielders
The Story Behind the ‘Little Leader’: His Name is Lucas Torreira
Once upon a time, Lucas Torreira was making headlines when he famously outperformed Cristiano Ronaldo during the 2018 FIFA World Cup. You might be wondering what happened to him …
He Never Experienced Puberty: Uncovering Tomas Soucek’s Roots
Football fans have every reason to be proud of Tomas Soucek, an energetic midfielder known for his relentless fighting spirit. Those who knew him back home can attest to …
The Story of Charles De Ketelaere: Kevin De Bruyne’s Belgium Heir
Charles De Ketelaere could have been a Tennis star probably the next Rafa Nadal rather than a footballer. When Charles De Ketelaere switched to soccer, a few people (including …
The Early Life and Football Journey of Tijjani Reijnders: A Baller Named After Tijani Babangida
Born to Angelina and Martin Reijnders, Tijjani was named in honor of the former Nigerian winger, Tijjani Babangida, who spent part of his early career playing in the Netherlands. …
An Odd One in His Judo Family: Youri Tielemans’ Untold Beginnings
Before he became a central midfielder known for his attacking role and long-range goal-scoring abilities, young Youri Tielemans was often seen as different in his family. This was because …
Cultural Pride & Family Love: Julia Grosso’s Path to Success
This memoir delves into the remarkable journey of Julia Grosso, a rising football star whose story is as unique as it is inspiring. Julia was once labelled a “weirdo” …
The Story Behind Kyra Cooney-Cross’ Childhood & Ball Success
This football piece captures the inspiring journey of Kyra Cooney-Cross, a rising star in women’s football. From a young age, Kyra was drawn to the sport, largely influenced by …
A Deep Dive into Lindsey Horan’s Early Years and Career Growth
When discussing underrated female soccer players from the U.S., Lindsey Horan is a name that often comes up. Born in Golden, Colorado, to Linda and Mark Horan, Lindsey’s story …
How Fran Kirby Evolved: A Football Story Shaped by Loss & Grit
When you visit Reading, England, and ask about the town’s football hero, Fran Kirby is a name that quickly comes to mind. Known as one of the city’s most …