Kannan

Kannan V is a lifelong football obsessive whose hair seems to turn a little greyer with every sentence written, a small price to pay for a sport that’s been fueling his joy since 1994.

Football appreciation comes instinctively to him now, shaped by years of falling in love with teams across eras: from Brazil’s iconic 1994 World Cup winners to Marcelo Bielsa’s modern-day Leeds United. But if there’s one side that truly made him leap out of his chair, it’s Pep Guardiola’s Barcelona between 2008 and 2012, the benchmark he still measures wonder against.

Today, his work blends football with his other passion, writing, as he creates thoughtful, meaningful pieces that give fans around the world something worth reading.

JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - JANUARY 11: FC Barcelona players throw Ronald Araujo of FC Barcelona in the air following their side's victory in the Spanish Super Cup Final between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid at King Abdullah Sports City Hall Stadium on January 11, 2026 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Barcelona captain showed flashes of his imperious self against Slavia Praha – Report
FC Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo recently earned promotion to first captain following Marc-Andre Ter Stegen’s decision to leave on loan for Girona....
Barcelona Presidential candidate Victor Font.
Victor Font criticises Joan Laporta for the date selected for the Barcelona presidential elections
FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta officially announced yesterday that the next presidential elections will be held on 15 March, which is less...
Picture shows FC Barcelona's badge displayed on a wall of the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona.
What Barcelona need on final matchday to avoid Champions League playoff
FC Barcelona kept their Champions League hopes firmly alive with a crucial 4-2 victory over Slavia Praha, a result that leaves Hansi...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - FC Barcelona President Joan Laporta faces the media at Spotify Camp Nou in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona outline process and dates for presidential elections
FC Barcelona are heading into a decisive institutional period as the club’s presidential elections approach. Joan Laporta is expected to be in...
Eric Garcia of FC Barcelona.
Journalist slams Spanish media for ignoring versatile Barcelona star’s World Cup case
FC Barcelona did not cover themselves in glory defensively against Slavia Praha, conceding two goals from set pieces. They failed to protect...
Picture shows FC Barcelona's badge displayed on a wall of the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona.
Barcelona overtake PSG to rank second in global football revenue rankings – Report
FC Barcelona have not been in the best financial shape in recent years, with the COVID-19 pandemic and years of mismanagement almost...