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New Balance Designer Dave Gall Talks Sadio Mané Furon v5 'Maagum'

The new Furon v5 ‘Maagum’ provides Sadio Mané with a signature style that’s entwined with his own personal and unique story, as New Balance honour their key asset with his second special edition boot. The impressive design celebrates his Senegalese heritage while also incorporating nods to the Liverpool attacker’s footballing journey so far.

Ellie Carpenter & Caitlin Foord Talk Matildas, World Cup & Portland

Ellie Carpenter and Caitlin Foord are summer ready. At just 19 and 24 years old most players of similar age would be arriving at the World Cup with blurry eyes and nervous legs, but not these two. Club teammates at Portland Thorns in the USA and international teammates with Australia, Carpenter & Foord are on the same journey, they've travelled the world and ended up in France hoping to conquer it.

Moise Kean For SoccerBible Magazine Issue 12

Seated opposite Moise Kean, it’s clear that we’re in the presence of someone special, his calm persona exuding a confidence that belies his age. On set of his cover shoot for SoccerBible Magazine Issue 12 'Coming Thru' edition this is a player that is ready, has made this breakthrough, and is set for a huge 2019/20 season.

Toni Duggan Talks Barcelona Life & World Cup Expectations

A Lioness on the hunt for trophies, Toni Duggan is ready to take on the world this summer. Ahead of England's 2019 World Cup group opener in Nice this weekend we caught up with Duggan in Barcelona as she talked us through embracing the Spanish culture, her World Cup preparation, and her nation's expectations in France this summer.

Asif Kapadia On His Latest Film 'Diego Maradona'

Asif Kapadia is fast carving a reputation as one of the great English filmmakers of his generation, turning the lens onto inspirational characters and tragic tales, peeling back the layers to reveal a different perspective on stories and characters that the public think they know. With critical success on his previous films ‘Senna’ and ‘Amy’, the Academy Award-winning director has now turned his attention on to the enigma that is Diego Maradona.

Umbro's Head Of Global Brand Marketing Talks Jamaica 2019 WWC Kits

The stars seem to have aligned this year, with an increasing appetite for the women’s game combining with the World Cup for something of a perfect storm of hype and global attention. It’s the perfect platform for creatives of all kinds to express themselves, not least designers, with numerous unique kits being released. And Umbro are revelling in this arena, thrusting upon the world a stunning new kit for Jamaica ahead of the tournament that encompasses the DNA of the nation.

Ellen White On England, The World Cup & The Women's Game

Set to once again spearhead England’s attacks in France this summer, Ellen White has been round the game long enough to have a fine understanding its intricacies. We recently caught up with the Manchester City Striker to talk all about the upcoming World Cup, the rise of the women’s game and which box sets she'll be watching. Focused on success, she’s clearly looking forward to the challenge ahead, just don’t call her a veteran…

Millie Bright On England, World Cup & International Memories

Millie Bright has enjoyed a strong few seasons in the WSL, establishing herself as a regular in the England setup. With her seat on the plane to France secured for her first involvement in a World Cup, we sat down with the Chelsea defender to talk in depth about England and the World Cup, as well as what drives her as a player.

Caroline Weir Talks 2019 World Cup At StockX Shoot

Having just missed out on the 2019 WSL title, Manchester City Women capped off their season by adding the FA Women’s Cup to the FA WSL Continental Cup for a nice domestic double. Caroline Weir, who joined the club from Liverpool to challenge for trophies, fulfilled her aim and then some and she now looks forward to a maiden World Cup with Scotland.

Diogo Dalot For SoccerBible Magazine Issue 12

In youth football, coaches often talk about the “sink or swim” moment, when a promising young player is given the chance to perform on the biggest stage of their life so far, the pressure ratcheted up to levels beyond anything they’ve experienced before. For 19-year-old Diogo Dalot, that moment has arrived.

Christie Murray Talks Scotland, Liverpool And New Balance

With over 60 caps for her country, Liverpool’s Christie Murray embodies the grit and determination of an exciting Scotland team that are set to head to France this summer for their first-ever World Cup tournament.

Angel Gomes For SoccerBible Magazine Issue 12

Born an Angel, raised a Devil, Angel Gomes embodies the true spirit of Manchester United. Having first honed his skills on the streets of Salford, the diminutive midfielder made his debut at 16 following a decade of tuition at United’s academy, his graduation ceremony seeing him subbed on for Wayne Rooney. Eyes on the prize with a strong appreciation for style, we sit down with him 2 years after his debut for SoccerBible Magazine Issue 12.

Jordan Nobbs Talks 2019 World Cup at StockX Shoot

Football can be a cruel old game. But with every door that closes, another opens, as Arsenal’s Jordan Nobbs has discovered recently. For despite the heartbreak of missing out on actually playing in the World Cup in France this summer, she’ll still be there, taking her place in front of the camera as part of the BBC’s pundit team.

Jess Kohl At The 2019 Women's UCL Final In Budapest

The rapid growth of women’s football is opening avenues to people who otherwise may never have found a connection with the game. One such person is Jess Kohl, a creative mind who likes to put the focus on those who may not usually garner such attention.

Serge Gnabry For SoccerBible Magazine Issue 12

It was all so unexpected. Not the fact that Serge Gnabry attended his first press conference in July 2018 as a Bayern Munich player. Nor the fact that the forward had torn up the Bundesliga the season before at Werder Bremen, having previously failed to break into a West Brom team under Tony Pulis. “He just hasn’t been, for me, at that level to play the games,” said Pulis in 2015. Gnabry returned to the Emirates early, in Jan 2016, after a total of 12 Prem minutes and two League Cup games.

adidas Design Director Inigo Turner Talks Juventus 2019/20 Home Shirt

Embracing the tradition of a club while implementing a fresh slice of modern movement, all while trying to appease fans, players and club officials alike? That’s the challenge that was faced by the adidas design team when reinventing the iconic Juventus bianconeri shirt for the 2019/20 season.