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.

VITORIA-GASTEIZ, SPAIN - OCTOBER 06: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on during the LaLiga match between Deportivo Alaves and FC Barcelona at Estadio de Mendizorroza on October 06, 2024 in Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain.
Hansi Flick punished one Barcelona player by dropping him against Athletic Club
FC Barcelona are set to take on Athletic Bilbao in the Spanish Super Cup semifinals, as both teams aim to outwit each...
JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - JANUARY 08: The FC Barcelona team pose for a photo prior to the Spanish Super Cup Semi-Final match between Athletic Club de Bilbao and FC Barcelona at King Abdullah Sports City on January 08, 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Official: Barcelona starting XI against Athletic Club | Spanish Super Cup
FC Barcelona are set to take on Athletic Club in the Spanish Super Cup semi-final as the Catalan club looks to register...
SAN SEBASTIAN, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 14: Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid reacts during the LaLiga match between Real Sociedad and Real Madrid CF at Reale Arena on September 14, 2024 in San Sebastian, Spain.
Barcelona left frustrated with Real Madrid star’s rather easy let-off – Report
FC Barcelona have long been on the receiving end of unfavorable refereeing decisions in La Liga. The Catalan club have often witnessed...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 25: Head Coach Hansi Flick of FC Barcelona looks on during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Getafe CF at Estadi Lluis Companys on September 25, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
Hansi Flick should really start €7.5m Barcelona youngster against Athletic Club — Opinion
FC Barcelona are set to face Athletic Club in the Spanish Super Cup semi-final tonight, and a victory could secure them a...
VITORIA GASTEIZ, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 3: sports director Deco of FC Barcelona during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Deportivo Alaves v FC Barcelona at the Mendizorroza Stadium on February 3, 2024 in Vitoria Gasteiz Spain.
Barcelona have already finalized a key signing to replace exit-linked €55m player – Report
FC Barcelona has been a strong proponent of the free-agent market in recent seasons. While some may argue that this strategy was...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - DECEMBER 15: Alejandro Balde of FC Barcelona looks dejected during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and CD Leganes at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on December 15, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona are willing to let 21-year-old La Masia graduate leave for €55m – Report
FC Barcelona have depended a lot on La Masia starlet in recent seasons. While it might have come about due to the...