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Mason Greenwood Talks Breaking Through, Teammates & FIFA 20

Manchester United fans have every right to be excited about Mason Greenwood. Thirteen of his eighteen years on this planet have been spent at the club, progressing through the youth teams before stepping into the bright spotlights of Old Trafford, made brighter by his exciting performances on one of football's most daunting stages. As we tick into a new decade Greenwood has been unveiled as an EA SPORTS FIFA 20 Future Star, and sits in front of us as the club's youngest ever goalscorer in Europe

Tiggs Da Author Talks Music, Football & Falling In Love With Man United

A Tanzanian-born, London-bred Manchester United fan. Ticks a lot of the boxes for people screaming about plastic fandom. But when you’re a young boy growing up in Africa and you love football, the local choices are limited. And so it was that for Tiggs Da Author who had free reign to fall in love with Eric Cantona and the Red Devils.

Fabinho On Liverpool's Relentless Form at the Predator 20+ Mutator Event

After a season of grit, determination and extraordinary endeavour, Liverpool lost the Champions League final of 2018 to Real Madrid. The circumstances of that loss will live long in the memory of Reds, but it was quickly followed up by the unexpected announcement that Liverpool had signed one of the most coveted talents in European football. Fábio Henrique Tavares, better known as Fabinho, arrived on Merseyside on 1 July 2018, and neither club nor player have looked back since.

Harry Winks On England, Spurs & His Love Of The adidas Predator

Over the last couple of seasons Harry Winks has established himself as a regular in the Tottenham line-up, while his performances in an England shirt will certainly give Gareth Southgate something to think about ahead of his EURO 2020 squad selection. And from the very beginning he’s had an ongoing affinity for the Predator, something that continues to this day.

adidas Football Design Director Ben Herath Talks Predator 20 Mutator

After weeks of teasing, the Predator 20+ Mutator has finally arrived, and with it came the return of rubber in what is a demonic reimagining of the classic silo. But as one of the most iconic boots of all time, what’s the thought process behind its recreation? That’s what we wanted to find out when we sat down with adidas Football Design Director Ben Herath.

Call Me Loop Talks Chelsea Memories, Music & Retro CFC Kit

Going behind the scenes at the photoshoot of the Nike Chelsea 2019/20 Anniversary Kit to be worn in the FA Cup Third Round we caught up with 'Call Me Loop'. The musician, who grew up near Chelsea's Cobham Training Ground, finds herself exactly there as we sit down with her to talk about her Chelsea upbringing, her music and how she was drafted in to help launch the new kit.

Callum Hudson-Odoi & Reece James On The Rise of Chelsea Youth & Retro Shirts

Under Frank Lampard, Chelsea are embracing youth, and it points towards a bright future. But it’s the past that's currently in focus, after the club released a special commemorative shirt to celebrate the 50-year anniversary of their FA Cup triumph in 1970.

Stylist Natalie Armin Offers Her Take On The Football To Fashion Crossover

The crossover between football and fashion has continuously evolved over the last few years, to the point where it’s now not at all surprising to see football-infused creations displayed on catwalks at fashion shows. But what’s the view on this ever-increasing phenomenon from the other side?

Lionel Messi For SoccerBible Magazine Issue 13

The sheer scale of Leo Messi’s achievements at Barcelona is dizzying. Ten La Liga titles. Six Copa del Reys. Eight Spanish Supercups. Four Champions Leagues. Four European Supercups. Three Club World Cups. Six Ballon d’Ors. Over 600 goals. All in the space of 15 seasons.

Dominic Calvert-Lewin For SoccerBible Magazine Issue 13

In the career of a footballer, we’re told, the four years between the ages of 19 and 23 are vital. It’s the time when a promising academy talent has the chance to develop into a first-team regular, the narrow window of opportunity for any young player to really make their name.

Chase & Status For SoccerBible Magazine Issue 13

How time flies. It’s now over a decade since London duo Chase & Status supercharged the UK’s electronic music scene with the deconstruction of genres that was their 2008 studio debut, More Than Alot. For context, around the same time, David Bentley was scoring that outrageous lobbed volley for Spurs in the famous 4-4 draw with Arsenal, and Liverpool were bringing on Sami Hyypia to secure a 1-0 win at Stamford Bridge against Luiz Felipe Scolari’s Chelsea.

Ramz For SoccerBible Magazine Issue 13

Imagine you’ve released a track that overnight has sent your profile through the sky. It’s a gamechanger, a complex situation that can flip your life upside down. UK rapper Ramz knows all too well the lows that come with the highs.

Declan Rice Talks Mental Strength, England, & Revenge On Mason Mount

From being rejected by Chelsea’s academy to now being an established Premier League player with West Ham and a regular in the England senior squad, it's fair to say that at only 20 years old Declan Rice’s journey in the game has already been an eventful one.

Christopher Nkunku For SoccerBible Magazine Issue 13

Our French readership apart – hello France – if you’ve heard of Lagny-sur-Marne in a footballing sense, it’s most likely in reference to Paul Pogba. He was born there, after all, and often credits the skills he learnt on its streets as having been vital to his success. But he’s not the only player to have been produced by the historic district 16 miles east of central Paris.

Kit Graham Talks Ahead Of The North London Derby

Kit Graham has been making waves in the Women’s Super League since her move to Spurs from Charlton, and now she faces up to the prospect of playing in the North London Derby at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Becky Spencer Talks Injuries, Comebacks & Playing At The Tottenham Stadium

Having been through the lows of long-term injury, Becky Spencer now faces the high of being involved with the Tottenham Hotspur Women’s side as they walk out at the club’s new stadium for the first time in a North London derby against bitter rivals Arsenal.