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.

NOTTINGHAM, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 10: Alexander Isak of Newcastle United celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the Premier League match between Nottingham Forest FC and Newcastle United FC at City Ground on November 10, 2024 in Nottingham, England.
Barcelona have made €75m Newcastle United player a priority target for 2025
FC Barcelona, after an impressive start to the La Liga season, have squandered their momentum, securing only one point from their last...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 30: Raphinha of FC Barcelona scores his team's first goal during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and UD Las Palmas at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on November 30, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
Only one Barcelona player showed signs of believing in a comeback vs Las Palmas – Report
The recent struggles of FC Barcelona in La Liga continued as they failed to secure a victory in their third consecutive match,...
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 could deploy Barcelona Golden Boy duo in a double pivot against Las Palmas
FC Barcelona are set to take on Las Palmas in La Liga later today in what will be an important game for...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 26: Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's third goal with teammates during 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.
Barcelona Director Deco’s two candidates to replace Lewandowski – Report
FC Barcelona are privileged to have one of the greatest strikers of his generation leading their attack. Robert Lewandowski has been exceptional...
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - AUGUST 25: Mohamed Salah of Liverpool looks on before the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Brentford FC at Anfield on August 25, 2024 in Liverpool, England.
The reason why Barcelona are steering clear of Mohamed Salah’s potential free transfer
In recent years, driven more by necessity than desire, Barcelona have increasingly relied on the free-agent market to bolster their squad. To...
BELGRADE, SERBIA - NOVEMBER 6: Robert Lewandowski (C) of Barcelona celebrates after scoring a goal with Frenkie de Jong (R) and Jules Kounde (L) during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD4 match between FK Crvena Zvezda and FC Barcelona at Stadium Rajko Mitic on November 6, 2024 in Belgrade, Serbia.
Three players who could be shown the exit door at Barcelona in the upcoming summer – Report
FC Barcelona under Hansi Flick has been one of the best teams in Europe so far this season. Barring a couple of...