He never won a trophy in English football, but the free-kick specialist is fondly remembered at the City Ground for his ability to always find his way out of a tight spot
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Wednesday, May 1st, 2019 - Stories
The judgements made on women coaching in the men’s game are swift and unforgiving – and a reflection of the archaic attitudes that still pervade the game
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Monday, March 11th, 2019 - Stories
Third issue of WSC’s new magazine for young fans aged 7-12 available to buy in stores and online
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Friday, June 1st, 2018 - Stories
Hodder & Stoughton, £20
Reviewed by Mark O’Brien
From WSC 374, March 2018
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Tuesday, April 3rd, 2018 - Book reviews
Mark E Smith, frontman of The Fall, has died aged 60. He was a long-term reader of WSC and left a legacy which included some contributions to the magazine over the years. In WSC 157, March 2000, Mark discussed his football experiences, which included encounters with a goalkeeping plumber and a controversial match against the Icicle Works
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Thursday, January 25th, 2018 - Stories