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.

Joaquin Panichelli poses with Barcelona icon Lionel Messi before his Argentina Debut.
23-year-old Barcelona transfer target makes national team debut
FC Barcelona have been linked with a host of no. 9s for a potential move next summer. Replacing Robert Lewandowski is an...
Barcelona defenders Alejandro Balde and Jules Kounde celebrating after winning Copa Del Rey.
Barcelona expect more from defensive duo after underwhelming start to the season – Report
FC Barcelona had an excellent 2024/25 season across all fronts. They lifted the domestic treble in Hansi Flick’s first season in charge...
MADRID, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 04: Julian Alvarez of Atletico de Madrid celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD4 match between Atletico de Madrid and R. Union Saint-Gilloise at Estadio Metropolitano on November 04, 2025 in Madrid, Spain.
Barcelona ready to prepare €120m bid to sign 26-year-old Julian Alvarez alternative next summer – Report
FC Barcelona know they have a major task this summer to replace Robert Lewandowski. The ageing Pole is in the final year...
HAMBURG, GERMANY - AUGUST 23: Serhou Guirassy of Dortmund in action during the Bundesliga match between FC St. Pauli and Borussia Dortmund at Millerntor Stadium on August 23, 2025 in Hamburg, Germany.
Saudi clubs step up chase for 29-year-old Barcelona transfer target – Report
FC Barcelona have been linked with a number of potential new strikers to replace Robert Lewandowski as the no. 9 in the...
Picture shows FC Barcelona's badge displayed on a wall of the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona.
Barcelona analyse €20m proposal in bid to land 27-year-old La Liga right-back — Report
The right-back position has been a cause for concern for FC Barcelona this season. Last year, Jules Kounde put his hand up...
Eric Garcia of FC Barcelona warms up prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Oviedo and FC Barcelona at Carlos Tartiere.
PSG miss out as 24-year-old player opts for renewal with Barcelona – Report
FFC Barcelona may not have enjoyed the start they wanted to the 2025/26 season. Injuries have prevented Hansi Flick from fielding his...