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A selection of FirstTouch's best football writing, brought to you by emerging journalists, collaborators, and fans.
The rebirth of Ghana’s Jeffrey Schlupp
Upon becoming the Premier League champions in the 2015/16 season, Leicester City released the Ghanaian fullback to Crystal Palace. After months of playing second fiddle to many players, Schlupp has cemented his place in Palace’s midfield, courtesy of Roy Hodgson’s faith in the 26-year-old.
Africans on the move and what they bring to their respective clubs
The 2019 January transfer window is now history. African players were once again on the move, from the Premier League, Turkish Super League, La Liga only to mention a few. In this piece you will find three of them as well as what their impact could be at their new clubs.
Kevin Prince Boateng’s shocking move to Barcelona explained
After completing a shock January transfer switch to Barcelona, there is no questioning what the Ghanaian international can actually bring to the La Liga. After featuring for over 10 of Europe’s top clubs, playing in all sorts of positions - versatility and experience is what he is all about.
We argue Real Madrid could be fixed in two Senegalese signatures
Adding strength and dynamism to Real Madrid may not be rocket science after all. In Sadio Mane and Kalidou Koulibaly, Senegal might just be the answer to the 3-peat UEFA Champions League winners’ ills. Los Blancos are struggling to keep up with La Liga bitter rivals, Barcelona.
Will Ivory Coast’s Jean Seri be enough for Fulham?
Ivorian, Seri is yet to hit his OGC Nice form in the Premier League. Fulham currently sit bottom of the EPL standings with a single win in 12 matches. How important will be the 27-year-old in Fulham and Claduio Ranieri’s turnaround strategy.
Zimbabwean teen signs Burnley deal
Zimbabwean teenager, Tinashe Chakwana has been thriving in Burnley’s youth teams, outscoring everyone. He might soon make a debut appearance in the English Premier League.
Abroad: Latest instalment of the Salah show, a dozen club accolades
"I always try to score to help the team to get the points"
Abroad: Harry Kane desperate to beat Salah to the golden boot
Can Salah edge out Kane for EPL's golden boot?
Sanchez's Manchester United Career Off to a Mixed Start
Alexis Sanchez taking time to settle in Manchester
Batman in Town!
This short piece takes a look at the arrival of Pierre Emerick Aubameyang in the English Premier League and how he can light up the league. It also gives mention to the contribution of fellow African players who have been performing well in the past few years.
The Legacy of African Football
In this blog, we explore the lives of household names in African football such as Didier Drogba, Michael Essien and Nwako Kanu in bid to learn what they are or will always be remembered for on the continent. Something other than bossing the field of play.