August 4, 2015
The Michel Platini juggernaut seems unstoppable
In the absence of a credible challenger to Michel Platini, the Uefa president is on course to become football's most powerful man.
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Brian Glanville
Britain’s most respected football writer, Brian Glanville remains a unique and distinctive voice in the world of football journalism. Brian has written for World Soccer since 1962 and is the author of a number of books, including The Story of the World Cup.
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July 29, 2015
Football needs a new leader, but is Michel Platini up to the task?
As Michel Platini appears set to confirm he will stand for the Fifa presidency, Brian Glanville asks whether he is the right man for the job.
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July 28, 2015
Malky Mackay and David Elleray: a tale of two racists…
FA fudge the issues of Malky Mackay and David Elleray.
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July 14, 2015
Claudio Ranieri is a decent man but not necessarily the right person for Leicester
Brian Glanville's head is left reeling by another eventful week in the Premier League.
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July 9, 2015
Nigel Pearson: a rough diamond, but still a diamond
Brian Glanville questions Leicester City's decision to fire Nigel Pearson.
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July 8, 2015
Is English football a basket case?
Is English football a basket case? Brian Glanville says that if we believe success for the women's team can atone for the failure of the men, then it might be.
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July 1, 2015
Whatever the age group, England always seem to disappoint
Brian Glanville questions the wisdom of playing so many age group international tournaments.
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June 30, 2015
Brazil World Cup was a fiasco for the hosts both on and off the pitch
Brian Glanville on the white elephants that litter Brazil in the wake of the 2014 World Cup.
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June 23, 2015
An imaginative choice for Rangers, plus some thoughts on the Women’s World Cup
Brian Glanville on Rangers' new coach, plus a personal view of the Women's World Cup.
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June 16, 2015
England’s misuse of Jack Wilshere risks wasting a vital talent
Brian Glanville believes that Jack Wilshere, a rare beacon of creativity for England, is wasted as deep lying midfielder.
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June 9, 2015
FIFA scandal gets curiouser and curiouser
Brian Glanville reflects on another week of revelations from football's governing body.
