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As a freelance writer, I have had the privilege of crafting numerous sports and non-sports stories for various digital and print publications across different nations, writing in French and English. From live coverage of the UEFA Champions League to the Swiss League, my experience spans a diverse spectrum of sporting events. I take pride in my ability to seamlessly transition between in-depth feature writing and detailed match reports, bringing passion and precision to every piece I undertake.

My Latest Work

Khadija Shaw: Two Goals, A Salute, and a Stand Against Racism.

In a country that prides itself on multiculturalism, racism in football often mirrors wider societal challenges. England’s footballing authorities have repeatedly condemned such behaviours, yet incidents persist, reflecting the deep-rooted nature of the issue. Players of diverse backgrounds, from grassroots to elite levels, continue to endure abuse that should have no place in the modern game.The rise of social media has exacerbated the problem. Platforms like ‘X’ and Instagram have become hotbe...

The Unexpected Heir: How Dembélé Became PSG’s Post-Mbappé Icon

Early in the season, Luis Enrique found himself asked how Paris Saint-Germain would cope with the departure of Kylian Mbappé to Real Madrid. His playful answer reworked the famous French proverb associated with the Three Musketeers: “Un pour tous et tous pour un” (“one for all and all for one”). With a smirk, he modified it to “one for all and four for one.” Many believed PSG would struggle to find the net without their former talisman, but the coach saw things differently. From the moment he ar...

Match Report: Burnley 2–0 Hull City

Burnley delivered a commanding performance at Turf Moor, securing a 2–0 victory over Hull City.The Clarets wasted no time in making their mark, finding the back of the net just three minutes into the game.Connor Roberts launched a pinpoint cross-field ball from the right to the left, picking out Lyle Foster in space. Foster, showing great awareness, squared it into the center for the onrushing Bashir Humphreys, who struck a low-driven shot past Ivor Pandur. Turf Moor erupted as Burnley took an e...

The floodlights at the John Smith’s Stadium shone down on a game that saw Huddersfield Town assert their authority over Sheffield United.

From the first whistle, the Terriers set the tone, forcing their opponents onto the back foot.
Barely four minutes in, Peter Thomas sparked the first real moment of chaos with a brilliant interception, launching a swift counter-attack with Freddie Ladapo and Conor Falls. The move culminated in a Michael Stone strike that rattled the crossbar — an early warning sign for the Blades, who were in for a long evening.
That warning turned into reality just two minutes later. Neo Eccleston whipped in a...

Lost in the Spotlight–The Rise, The Fall, and Future of Kylian Mbappé

When Kylian Mbappé burst onto the scene in 2017, the footballing world was captivated by his electric pace, dazzling footwork, and infectious energy. At just 18, he was a fearless winger, terrorising defences with a combination of raw speed and technical flair. Though not yet the clinical finisher he would become, his potential was undeniable, and opposing defenders quickly learned to keep a close watch.Upon arriving at PSG, Mbappé displayed a maturity beyond his years, stating: “I was trained i...

NAOMI LUYET: L’ASCENSION FULGURANTE D’UN TALENT SUISSE

Alors que le football féminin gagne en visibilité en Suisse, une jeune joueuse a récemment marqué esprits: Naomi Luyet. Rencontre avec une jeune femme simple et ambitieuse.
C’est la 54e minute au Stade de Genève. L’équipe suisse, séduisante et déterminée, fait face à une France remaniée. Entrée à la mi-temps pour remplacer Meriam Terchoun (Dijon FCO), la jeune Iman Beney des Young Boys n’a pas tardé à se faire remarquer. Après un duel intense, elle parvient à glisser tant bien que mal le ballon à Smilla Vallotto (Hammarby IF), elle aussi fraîchement entrée sur le terrain. D’une passe précise, Vallotto trouve Naomi Luyet, lancée comme une flèche sur le flanc gauche.

Game Changers: How New Competitions Could Change Track and Field

In tennis, it would be unthinkable for a fit Novak Djokovic to opt out of a Grand Slam, as these tournaments demand the presence of every top player. Tennis and sports like golf have built systems where premier events — the Grand Slams and Majors — reliably gather the best, creating recurrent rivalry and global fan engagement. However, in track and field, only the Olympics currently offer such a platform, with the world’s best uniting just once every four years. This long gap leaves a void for f...

BALLET A PRIS TOUT LE MONDE À CONTRE-PIED

Fin janvier 2024, surprise à Winterthur: le brillant Samuel Ballet quitte le club zurichois pour rejoindre l’Italie et la Serie B. Il s'engage avec Côme, un club aux ambitions croissantes, qui a déboursé près de 2 millions de francs suisses pour s'offrir l'ailier helvète d'origine camerounaise. Après plusieurs mois de calvaire, l’ancien junior des Young Boys a pris la décision de revenir en Suisse, au FC Zurich. Dans une interview pour Corner Magazine, il évoque cette période compliquée de sa carrière.

Key takeaways from Sarina Wiegman press conference

On the eve of England’s highly anticipated clash against Germany, Sarina Wiegman and Leah Williamson took to the stage for a lively press conference at Wembley Stadium. With a crowd of 54,000 expected for tonight’s game—a slight dip from previous matches—the atmosphere was still one of excitement and positivity. Wiegman and Williamson discussed their recent successes, the journey of women’s football, and the upcoming challenge posed by a strong German side.
 
For Wiegman, memories of the euphori...

Arsenal: The Team PSG Can’t Match but Secretly Want to Be

BY JERRY MOREL TAKOU NGUELO
 
Day two of the new Swiss-format Champions League is set to light up on Tuesday night, with an array of exciting matchups. While fixtures like Leverkusen vs Milan promise thrills, the spotlight is firmly on Arsenal taking on Paris Saint-Germain. This is not a fixture we see often, with their last encounters dating back to the 2016-2017 season, when both clubs were drawn into Group A. In those meetings, neither team could get the better of the other, with both matches...

Champions League: Will Young Boys Spoil Aston Villa’s Party at Wankdorf?

The Champions League is back. One of football’s most prestigious competitions kicks off this week with a new format: the traditional group stage is gone, replaced by a “Swiss Format” model and “League Phase” that UEFA promises will bring more variety and more matches full of competitive tension. Each team will face a different set of challenges on their journey to glory, making this season’s competition one of intrigue. There are multiple subplots to pay attention to in the 2024–25 Champions Lea...

Farid Alfa-Ruprecht and Justin Oboavwoduo each netted twice as Manchester City demolished Everton 5-0 at Joie Stadium.

BY JERRY MOREL
Coming off the back of a thrilling 3-2 victory over Derby the previous weekend, the Sky Blues were aiming for their second consecutive league win, and they certainly delivered in style.
 
From the outset, City dominated. The opening 15 minutes saw Emilio Lawrence electrify the left wing, dazzling with his footwork and creativity. Despite his best efforts, Lawrence couldn’t convert several promising chances set up by Benjamin Wilkinson’s well-drilled side.
 
City’s breakthrough ca...

What makes Lenny Yoro so impressive?

Yet, amid all this talent, the player earning the most headlines during this transfer window is Lille’s Leny Yoro. Although he has attracted interest from several top European clubs, including Paris Saint-Germain, Real Madrid, and Liverpool, it looks as if he’ll be headed to Manchester United this summer. Recent reports from David Ornstein at The Athletic say Lille have accepted a €63 million bid for the young centre-back, whose contract expires in June 2025. While his talent is widely recognise...

Clockwork Swiss vs English Gamble: Euros Battle of Unpredictables.

England will face Switzerland today in Düsseldorf for a place in the Euros semi-finals. While England has struggled with consistency throughout the competition, Switzerland has demonstrated tactical brilliance and strong team chemistry, which were highlighted in their victory over reigning champion Italy in the previous round.From their opening match, Murat Yakin’s Swiss team has displayed everything England has yet to achieve in this tournament. Their domination of Italy and near-group-topping...

Football: Ryan Fosso rêve de bonne fortune à Sittard

Cette trêve estivale revêtait cependant une saveur particulière pour Fosso, car elle fut sa dernière en tant que joueur du club liechtensteinois. Le milieu de terrain vient de parapher un contrat de deux saisons (plus une optionnelle) avec le club néerlandais du Fortuna Sittard, qui évolue en Eredivisie. Les négociations entre le Sorensois de 22 ans et son ancien club se sont déroulées rapidement et sans accroc. Il nous explique: «Il y avait eu des discussions depuis mars et nous nous étions mis

FEATURE | Vitinha - PSG's player of the season and the missing link in Portugal's midfield?

Last month, Vitinha was named in the Ligue 1 Team of the Year. It was worthy recognition for a player that arguably became Paris Saint-Germain’s most consistent and important player last season. It has been a remarkable season for the native of Santo Tirso (a town in the north of Portugal near Porto). Not only has he improved, but he has also become a key piece in the smooth running of the Parisian team. The question remains: how did he turn the situation around after a difficult debut campaign?

FEATURE | Was the LFP's decision to create an 18-team Ligue 1 a success?

overwhelmingly voted for Ligue 1 to transition from 20 to 18 teams for the 2023-2024 season. Fast forward and the first 18-team Ligue 1 season has reached its conclusion. Paris Saint-Germain secured their twelfth French title, while Clermont and Lorient were relegated, and Metz battle in play-out games against the of Ligue 2 in a relegation playoff. Now, with the season over, it’s time to assess: Did the move to an 18-team championship meet expectations?

Historically, Ligue 1 has fluctuated bet

PSG: Life after Mbappé

It’s been reveald that Kylian Mbappé, the illustrious French talent, is poised to bid adieu to Paris Saint-Germain at the end of this season, with his sights set on a new chapter at the prestigious club Real Madrid, sealing the deal on a free transfer as his contract expire in June 2024. In the football world, Mbappé’s prowess is no clandestine affair; his departure would undoubtedly reverberate as a seismic blow for any squad, given the sheer magnitude of his talents.

Let’s delve into the inva

PSG & the Parc des Princes - a struggle between tradition and ambition

“ “, literally meaning the Prince’s Park, is the famous name of the home of Paris Saint Germain since the advent of the French club in 1970. The stadium was named as such because, from the 18th century onwards, the location was used as a place to relax, hunt and stroll, a favourite haunt of kings and royal princes.

Therefore, no other name was more suitable than the Parc des Princes. The years have passed, with the iconic stadium seeing many different “ ” throughout its history. From Raí, an em

Danny Ormerod: The Boy on fire.

We often hear stories of academy prospects struggling after being released by a club’s academy, but Danny Ormerod is not giving up on his dream to play in the Premier League one day. The 17-year-old was dropped from Blackpool’s academy but has risen to teenage sensation status after a post-Christmas tally of seven goals and four assists for AFC Fylde. He pointed to his mindset, which allowed him to recover from the devastating experience of being released by ‘Pool.

He said: “After that, my head

Get to know Ben Mclnerey

First of all, what inspired you to pursue a career in performance coaching, particularly within football?

This is twofold really, firstly, the failed (not even close) footballer route. In hindsight I was no way near good enough, but nonetheless went to Myerscough College to take part in their Football Studies course, we had lessons every morning and trained every afternoon. After being made team captain, and playing well enough in games, I came up against a player who was physically bigger, str

Ramadan in Football with Zeki Amdouni.

On March 11, Ramadan started for Muslims across the country, with Burnley forward Zeki Amdouni having to balance fasting and football.

Burnley paid £15million to secure

the services of the Swiss striker Zeki Amdouni from Basel in Switzerland, who comes from a Tunisian background and has been religious since birth.

During the month of fasting, Vincent Kompany’s outfit allows the 23-year-old more flexibility to observe the tradition.

He said: “My schedule is actually not that much different fr
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