Tag: championship

Neil Warnock and the art of turning things around

WHEN NOTTINGHAM FOREST boss Mark Warburton raged at Cardiff’s style of play and persistent time wasting, it was nothing new for Bluebirds boss Neil Warnock. Warburton, who had seen his side lose…

The fans finding their voices against oppressive ownership

As the hours on match day ebb by, kick-off slowly drawing ever closer, terraced streets surrounding countless football stadiums across the country buzz with activity as supporters seek to reach their sacred…

The story of Southampton’s dramatic fall and rebirth

ON 28 APRIL 2012, Southampton completed their rapid leap to the top tier of English football after slaughtering Coventry at St Mary’s stadium. Whenever there has been a piece regarding this extraordinary journey…

Kevin Nicholson: geared to coach

IT’S JUST AFTER LUNCHTIME WHEN WE FINALLY GET CHATTING, and Kevin Nicholson seems eager to get stuck in. Intelligent, assertive and approachable – three traits that have helped him become one of the…