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.

BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 25: Julian Alvarez of Atletico de Madrid celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the Copa del Rey Semi Final match between FC Barcelona and Atletico de Madrid at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on February 25, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona identify 25-year-old La Liga striker as 2026 summer target – Report
FC Barcelona boast one of the most exciting young squads in world football, largely thanks to La Masia’s ever-reliable talent pipeline. With...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 11: Frenkie De Jong of FC Barcelona runs with the ball during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid CF at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on May 11, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Frenkie de Jong hits major milestone with Barcelona surpassing Dutch legend Patrick Kluivert
FC Barcelona have enjoyed a brilliant season under Hansi Flick and many players have stepped up and had solid campaigns. The German...
Barcelona's president Joan Laporta arrives to a training session on the eve of their UEFA Champions League quarter-final second leg football match against Paris SG at the training center in Barcelona on April 15, 2024.
Joan Laporta reveals details behind €180m Barcelona star’s contract renewal talks
Joan Laporta has played a pivotal role in FC Barcelona’s resurgence, and the appointment of Hansi Flick last summer has proven to...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - JULY 25: FC Barcelona President Joan Laporta faces the media during the unveiled of Hansi Flick as new FC Barcelona Coach at Spotify Camp Nou on July 25, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
Joan Laporta provides an update on the renewals of two key first-team Barcelona players
Fresh off clinching a domestic treble, FC Barcelona’s momentum continues off the pitch, with contract talks now taking center stage. Unsurprisingly, club...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - JULY 25: FC Barcelona President Joan Laporta faces the media during the unveiled of Hansi Flick as new FC Barcelona Coach at Spotify Camp Nou on July 25, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
Joan Laporta hints Barcelona could start next season with a run of away games
FC Barcelona have a lot of things to look forward to for the upcoming season. Hansi Flick’s men have played a brilliant...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - JULY 25: FC Barcelona President Joan Laporta faces the media during the unveiled of Hansi Flick as new FC Barcelona Coach at Spotify Camp Nou on July 25, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
‘Nothing is impossible, but’… Joan Laporta keeps the door open for €200m Premier League superstar
Joan Laporta has long been the embodiment of ambition and optimism at FC Barcelona. His ultimate goal remains clear: to restore the...