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.

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 01: Marcus Rashford of Manchester United, acknowledges the fans, following the teams defeat to Liverpool after the Premier League match between Manchester United FC and Liverpool FC at Old Trafford on September 01, 2024 in Manchester, England.
Can Marcus Rashford Be a Hit at Barcelona?
FC Barcelona have reportedly made the decision to move on from other forward targets to put their focus on exploring a potential...
Laporta Hands Lamine Yamal the Legendary No. 10 Jersey at Barcelona.
Opinion: The torch is passed – Lamine Yamal begins new No.10 chapter at Barcelona
The handing of the torch is one of the most iconic traditions in the Olympic Games: a ceremonial gesture that transcends generations,...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 02: Marc Casado of FC Barcelona celebrates with teammates after scoring his team's second goal during the La Liga EA match between FC Barcelona and Real Sociedad at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on March 02, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona reject €20m plus variables Leverkusen bid for 21-year-old midfielder, want €50m – Report
FC Barcelona have had a mixed summer so far. It started off very well with the club snapping up Joan Garcia from...
Picture shows FC Barcelona's badge displayed on a wall of the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona.
Barcelona set €130m demand as PSG eye summer swoop for two home-grown midfielders – Report
FC Barcelona have begun preparing for the 2025/26 season, with training taking place yesterday and set to continue through the week. Hansi...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - APRIL 30: Ferran Torres of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's second goal with teammate Lamine Yamal during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Semi Final First Leg match between FC Barcelona and FC Internazionale Milano at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on April 30, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona postpone contract renewal plans of key attacking star – Report
FC Barcelona had a brilliant 2024/25 season under Hansi Flick. The German coach rejuvenated the squad, got them playing an exciting brand...
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 16: Luis Diaz of Liverpool in action during the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Wolverhampton Wanderers FC at Anfield on February 16, 2025 in Liverpool, England.
€90 million-rated Real Madrid player could prove to be key for Barcelona to sign Luis Diaz
FC Barcelona have made it no secret of their intention to sign a new left-winger this summer. It initially looked like Nico...