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.

Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona is presented to the fans prior to the Joan Gamper Trophy match between FC Barcelona and Como1907 at Estadi Johan Cruyff.
No €400m bid on the table as Barcelona deem Lamine Yamal untouchable – Report
FC Barcelona made a massive move this summer when they renewed Lamine Yamal’s contract, extending it until 2031 and making him one...
Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona celebrates his teams second goal scored by Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona (not pictured) during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Real Sociedad at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys.
Al-Hilal submit €400 million offer to sign Barcelona star – Report
Lamine Yamal has been the blue-eyed boy of the FC Barcelona academy in recent seasons. There has not been a bigger talent...
Barcelona loanee Ansu Fati celebrating after scoring a gaol for AS Monaco.
Newcastle United and Crystal Palace among clubs eyeing move for in-form Barcelona loanee – Report
La Masia has produced many gems in recent years, but the player who kick-started it all a few seasons ago was Ansu...
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 30: Marc Guiu of Chelsea looks on during a pitch inspection prior to the Carabao Cup Fourth Round match between Newcastle United and Chelsea at St James' Park on October 30, 2024 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.
‘I would have liked‘ — 19-year-old forward reveals regret over lack of contact from Hansi Flick before Barcelona exit
Back when he was rising through the academy ranks, Marc Guiu was seen as one of the most exciting attacking prospects of...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - AUGUST 10: Marc-Andre Ter Stegen of FC Barcelona is presented to the fans prior to the Joan Gamper Trophy match between FC Barcelona and Como1907 at Estadi Johan Cruyff on August 10, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Three factors that could determine Barcelona outcast’s move to Newcastle United – Report
FC Barcelona captain Marc-Andre ter Stegen is currently recovering from back surgery. Even once he returns, it feels as though his career...
Eric Garcia of FC Barcelona warms up prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Oviedo and FC Barcelona at Carlos Tartiere.
From nearly gone to backbone: €25m Barcelona star’s inspiring comeback story
Had someone told us a year ago that Eric Garcia would be the starting centre-back of FC Barcelona against PSG in a...