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.

CAGLIARI, ITALY - APRIL 09: Wojciech Szczesny of Juventus warming up before the race during the Serie A match between Cagliari Calcio v Juventus on April 09, 2022 in Cagliari, Italy. | MADRID, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 25: Inaki Pena of FC Barcelona looks on in the warm up prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between Rayo Vallecano and FC Barcelona at Estadio de Vallecas on November 25, 2023 in Madrid, Spain.
Decoding why Hansi Flick has made Szczęsny his first-choice goalkeeper over the impressive Iñaki Peña
FC Barcelona have been in excellent form since the start of 2025, but the relentless schedule continues for Hansi Flick and his...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - JANUARY 29: Frenkie De Jong of FC Barcelona looks on during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD8 match between FC Barcelona and Atalanta BC at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on January 29, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Has Frenkie de Jong done enough to dethrone 21-year-old midfielder at Barcelona?
FC Barcelona have been in excellent form since the start of 2025, rediscovering their winning touch in La Liga while also delivering...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - AUGUST 31: Eric Garcia of FC Barcelona warms up prior to the La Liga match between FC Barcelona and Real Valladolid CF at Camp Nou on August 31, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
46/47 passes: Fringe Barcelona defender provides game-changing impact against Deportivo Alavés
FC Barcelona may not have conducted any transfer business so far this month and that doesn’t look set to change. However, the...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - JANUARY 29: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona runs with the ball during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD8 match between FC Barcelona and Atalanta BC at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on January 29, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
15/23 ground duels: Barcelona youngster puts up outrageous numbers in scintillating display against Alavés
FC Barcelona have made a strong start to 2025 and remain unbeaten this calendar year. They have delivered several impressive performances across...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 02: Pedri of FC Barcelona looks on during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Deportivo Alaves at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on February 02, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
6/8 long balls: 22-year-old Barcelona midfield star puts on midfield masterclass against Alavés
FC Barcelona may not be La Liga leaders as things stand but in terms of the football that has been on display,...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - JANUARY 29: Frenkie De Jong of FC Barcelona looks on during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD8 match between FC Barcelona and Atalanta BC at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on January 29, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
100% everything: 27-year-old Barcelona star puts in faultless display against Alaves
FC Barcelona did not start off the La Liga encounter against Alaves on the best possible note. Hansi Flick’s men could not...