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Kamory Doumbia: Brest’s African Superstar Ready for European Football
It’s likely been an odd summer for Kamory Doumbia. He ended last season in remarkable fashion, playing all 90 minutes and assisting the opener in Brest’s 3-0 away victory at Toulouse to secure what was perhaps the most unforeseen UEFA Champions League qualification in all European leagues – even in a season that saw…
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The Rise and Fall of Girondins de Bordeaux
It was the 30th of March, 2010. Girondins de Bordeaux had a date with destiny, a chance to make their second ever Champions League semi final and their first in 25 years. Juventus had been the team to deny them a final appearance on that occasion in 1985, beating them 3-0 in the first leg…
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Willian Pacho: The Ecuadorian Youngster Making a Name for Himself at PSG
There is a new hotspot for scouts to turn their eyes to in South America, and it’s not the regular suspects. It’s not Brazil, Argentina or Uruguay; the big three, but rather the market disruptors; Ecuador. While many will only remember Carlos Tenorio, Hugo Rodallega, Antonio Valencia and probably Enner Valencia, the world has committed…
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Willian Pacho: PSG’s Newest Defensive Dynamo
Name: Willian Joel Pacho Tenorio Date of Birth: October 16 2001 Place of Birth: Quinindé, Ecuador Country: Ecuador (18 caps) Willian Pacho’s rapid rise from the streets of Ecuador to the bright lights of Paris is a testament to his immense talent and dedication. In just a few short years, the Ecuadorian defender has…
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New-Look Brest Up for Deviated Season
The new Champions League season is upon us with all its anonymity. To begin with, all 36 participants will be ranked altogether in place of the old group stage format. This means we’ll be treated to fixtures rarely played in Europe’s premier competition. And that starts with the first matchday. As UEFA reserved the…
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Theo Bair: The Unexpected Motherwell Hero
During the summer transfer window, Theo Bair left Motherwell to join newly promoted Ligue 1 side AJ Auxerre on a four-year deal for an undisclosed fee, rumoured to be around £1.25 million plus add ons. The Canadian international signed for the Steelman last season as a free agent from St Johnstone and had a successful…
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Christian Mawissa: As Modern as They Come
Christian Mawissa, a product of the esteemed Toulouse academy, has emerged as a promising young defender with a versatile skillset. The French-Congolese player, born in 2005, has showcased his adaptability by playing both fullback positions and even at center-back, demonstrating his potential in a market where there is high demand for such qualities. Mawissa’s versatility…
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Marseille Daring to Dream Under De Zerbi
The last time Olympique de Marseille celebrated a Ligue 1 championship, Paris Saint Germain had two league titles, Real Madrid were still in pursuit of La Decima, and each of their forwards in Sepe Elye Wahi, Mason Greenwood and Faris Moumbagna were 10 years old and under. A lot has changed since. They may…
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Alidu Seidu: From the Rough Streets of Kumasi to the French Footballing Elite
In the world of professional football, there are players who make their mark on the game through their lightning-fast pace, their pinpoint accuracy, or their jaw-dropping goalscoring ability. But for Alidu Seidu, it’s his unshakeable determination and unwavering commitment to defense that has earned him the reputation as one of the good defenders in the…
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A Talent Strangled by Triangles: The Tanguy Ndombele Conundrum
Forgive my Nigerian colloquial touch, but I was merely in primary school when I first encountered the phrase, “to me, to you,” bellowed by my teacher as he watched us play. This expression, known globally as “give and go,” “one-two,” or “Toco y me voy,” encapsulates the essence of football’s rhythmic dance: the seamless act…
