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October 2022 - Royal postponements, timewasting, Swansea, youth hotbeds
Features
Managed decline Scott Parker’s sacking was down to more than a 9-0 defeat; Graham Potter leaves Brighton fans with a bitter taste
Stand accused A sense of perspective is needed for those who stew on referee grievances
Match of the month Harmonious times at Luton Town as the Hatters welcome Wigan Athletic
Minute taker Time wasting has been elevated to art
Object lessons A team photo of a mysterious Rovers
Baller bearings Why some areas are football hotbeds
Team spirit: Swansea The three men who sum up the Swans; a rollercoaster club to support
Blackout blind The protected kick-off time is at risk
Regulars
Editorial The authorities’ distrust of fans is royally clear
Sidelines Cambridge United secure their home; the rise of the player-owner; Fort William start climbing the mountain; fans flock to Norwich Market
Shot! A bottom of the table clash in the National League as Altrincham take on Scunthorpe United
Harry Pearson column Spitting with style is something to be celebrated
Focus on Bernd Schuster, who stirred up rivalries in Spain
World view Paul Pogba’s family feud; cross-border support in Bosnia; top-level football returns in Ukraine
Books Revisiting the Charlton brothers; how Scotland shook up Spain 82; keeping up with change in the Middle East
Letters I’m keeping the faith – £150 million is hard to entirely waste…
Season in brief The title that kicked off Manchester City’s 1960s success
