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.

LAS PALMAS, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 22: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on during the LaLiga match between UD Las Palmas and FC Barcelona at Estadio Gran Canaria on February 22, 2025 in Las Palmas, Spain.
Barcelona vs Real Sociedad: Three major talking points before the clash
FC Barcelona are set to face Real Sociedad in La Liga later today as they look to continue their good form in...
LAS PALMAS, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 22: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on during the LaLiga match between UD Las Palmas and FC Barcelona at Estadio Gran Canaria on February 22, 2025 in Las Palmas, Spain.
Hansi Flick clarifies why he selects either Frenkie de Jong or Marc Casadó in Barcelona midfield
FC Barcelona are set to face Real Sociedad in the La Liga tomorrow in an important game. The Catalan club will benefit...
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - DECEMBER 07: Relebohile Mofokeng of Orlando Pirates and Akram Elhagrasi of AL Ahly FC during the CAF Champions League match between Orlando Pirates and Al Ahly SC at Orlando Stadium on December 07, 2024 in Johannesburg, South Africa.
South African football legend Doctor Khumalo urges Mofokeng to embrace potential Barcelona move
Over the past couple of years, FC Barcelona have significantly expanded their scouting network in Africa, broadening their horizons and bringing in...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 14: Andreas Christensen of FC Barcelona looks on during the LaLiga Santander match between RCD Espanyol and FC Barcelona at RCDE Stadium on May 14, 2023 in Barcelona, Spain.
Hansi Flick reveals Barcelona defender has suffered an injury relapse in training
In the last few seasons, FC Barcelona have nailed their free-agent centre-back signings with the players turning out to be resounding successes....
BARCELONA, SPAIN - AUGUST 12: Vitor Roque of FC Barcelona looks on prior to the Joan Gamper Trophy match between FC Barcelona and AS Monaco at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on August 12, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona will not compute losses with the sale of 20-year-old forward to Palmeiras – Report
FC Barcelona have had a hit-or-miss record with transfers in recent history. Although the positive trends have improved immensely in recent years,...
VALENCIA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 06: Ferran Torres of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's fourth goal to complete his hat-trick during the Copa del Rey quarter-final match between Valencia CF and FC Barcelona at the Estadio Mestalla on February 06, 2025 in Valencia, Spain.
Barcelona set asking price for 24-year-old player amid interest from four European giants – Report
FC Barcelona have a well-rounded squad in most positions, especially with Hansi Flick taking it upon himself to improve a number of...