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.

Gilberto Mora of Tijuana looks on during the 8th round match between Atletico San Luis and Tijuana as part of the Torneo Apertura 2025 Liga MX at Estadio Alfonso Lastras.
Joan Laporta wants to sign 17-year-old Mexican talent for Barcelona – Report
FC Barcelona have always had an eye for young talent. Those who come through La Masia turn out to be success stories...
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 01: Ryan Gravenberch of Liverpool celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the Premier League match between Liverpool and Aston Villa at Anfield on November 01, 2025 in Liverpool, England.
Barcelona have identified 23-year-old Liverpool star as a priority for the upcoming summer – Report
FC Barcelona may not have spent a lot of money in recent transfer windows, but they have still made major moves, such...
PAMPLONA, SPAIN - OCTOBER 26: Ferran Jutgla of Celta Vigo celebrates scoring his team's first goal with teammate Bryan Zaragoza during the LaLiga EA Sports match between CA Osasuna and RC Celta de Vigo at Estadio El Sadar on October 26, 2025 in Pamplona, Spain.
5 former players could line up for Celta Vigo against Barcelona – Report
FC Barcelona are set to make a cross-country trip to Balaídos in the far west of Spain to face Celta Vigo in...
Raphinha of FC Barcelona runs with the ball as he is closed down by Rahim Alhassane of Real Oviedo during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Oviedo and FC Barcelona at Carlos Tartiere.
Barcelona have a problem on the left flank in the absence of injured star – Report
FC Barcelona are set to face Celta Vigo in La Liga later today. Having secured a win against Elche last weekend, Hansi...
Eric Garcia of FC Barcelona (second from left) celebrates scoring his sides first goal with teammates Raphinha and Gerard Martin during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Oviedo and FC Barcelona at Carlos Tartiere.
Hansi Flick could deploy 23-year-old Barcelona defender as a center-back against Vigo amid injury crisis – Report
FC Barcelona face a selection dilemma ahead of the game against Celta Vigo. With numerous injuries in defence, it is up to...
FC Barcelona Sports Director Anderson de Souza Deco is pictured at the Joan Gamper training ground in Sant Joan Despi, near Barcelona, on September 2, 2023.
‘I don’t think‘ — Deco does not expect Barcelona to be active in the winter transfer window
FC Barcelona sporting director Deco has been a polarising figure. Some of his decisions have not gone down well with fans, and...