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The auction gives you the rare opportunity to purchase football artworks at affordable prices
Charles Cundall’s A Cup match at Crystal Palace, which depicts the 1926 FA Cup tie between Corinthians and Manchester City, is expected to fetch £100,000-£150,000 A lot of money is made from sports memorabilia. Think of Michael Jordan’s Nikes, which sold for $1.4 million, or Diego Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ shirt ($9 million). It also … Read more
What are the biggest football matches that have never happened?
“What are the ‘biggest’ (competitive) international and club matches that have never taken place, i.e. the teams that have never played against each other competitively?” asks David Mills. Pete Tomlin kicks things off for us with the kind of researched answer that could put us out of a job. “I looked at international matches and … Read more
Darwin Núñez trades chaos for control, but needs an explanation that shows this
The first touch is a bit heavy. Yet he retains possession of the ball and drives into the right channel at an undulating pace. Is tackled by Nathan Aké. Wiggles around theatrically on the turf for a while, grimaces and holds his ankle. Has a little argument with the referee. Chases a long ball as … Read more
10 things to watch out for this weekend
Haaland and Salah top the list for the weekend Is Erling Haaland fit? He thinks so. Which of these gladiator candidates will follow a higher line? Could there be sideline antics from Pep Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp? And which of the Premier League leaders and second-placed side will come out on top? As far as … Read more