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.

SEVILLE, SPAIN - APRIL 26: Ferran Torres of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the Copa del Rey Final match between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid at Estadio de La Cartuja on April 26, 2025 in Seville, Spain.
Aston Villa are not preparing an offer for €28m Barcelona attacker – Report
FC Barcelona have enjoyed a resurgent season under Hansi Flick, securing a domestic treble and coming within minutes of a Champions League...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - OCTOBER 29: Ivan Rakitic of FC Barcelona plays the ball during the La Liga match between FC Barcelona and Real Valladolid CF at Camp Nou stadium on October 29, 2019 in Barcelona, Spain.
Ivan Rakitic hints one current Barcelona star would have found a place in Luis Enrique’s super team
Over the past month, FC Barcelona’s teenage prodigy Lamine Yamal has captured the footballing world’s attention. With dazzling displays in two El...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 26: Inaki Pena of FC Barcelona looks on in warm ups prior to the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD5 match between FC Barcelona and Stade Brestois 29 at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on November 26, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
Celta Vigo set sights on 26-year-old Barcelona player to replace Vicente Guaita – Report
FC Barcelona may not need a major overhaul this summer, with the core of Hansi Flick’s squad firmly in place. However, a...
MADRID, SPAIN - OCTOBER 23: Lucas Chevalier of LOSC Lille celebrates after teammate Jonathan David (not pictured) scores his team's third goal during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD3 match between Atletico de Madrid and LOSC Lille at Estadio Civitas Metropolitano on October 23, 2024 in Madrid, Spain.
Deco identifies 23-year-old Ligue 1 goalkeeper as ideal reinforcement for Barcelona – Report
In football, peak years vary significantly by position. While outfield players often hit their prime in their mid-to-late 20s, goalkeepers traditionally develop...
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - JULY 14: Julian Alvarez of Argentina gestures during the CONMEBOL Copa America 2024 Final match between Argentina and Colombia at Hard Rock Stadium on July 14, 2024 in Miami Gardens, Florida.
Atletico Madrid stay calm over €90m star’s future despite multiple interest including Barcelona – Report
FC Barcelona have long thrived by leaning on the world-class pipeline of talent produced at La Masia, often minimizing the need to...
Hansi Flick calls up two La Masia talents to train with Barcelona first team before Athletic clash
FC Barcelona are set to close out their La Liga campaign with a visit to Athletic Bilbao, a match that holds no...