Geoff Brown

Freelance football journalist for the UK national press, I simply love football!

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Today is the release of my co-authored book, Architects of Glory: The Greatest Coaches in the History of the World Cup, available on Amazon.
An extract I wrote has been published in the Guardian, which can be viewed here: https://t.co/LGDVkxpaoY....
As this article suggests, the book goes beyond just recounting “how they won the World Cup” stories. It offers a deeper exploration of the human spirit, delving into the personal traumas, formative experiences, obsessions, and quiet philosophies of these coaches. It reveals how greatness is often forged not on the training pitch, but in the fire of life’s harshest personal tests.
Whether you are a football fan or intrigued by leadership under pressure, I hope you find this a thoroughly engaging read.
Massive thanks to my co-author Jon Reeves, our publishers at Sona Books, and everyone who contributed to bringing this project to life. Would love to hear your thoughts once you dive into the book...

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Nuno vs Dyche - after Forest lose at Leeds yesterday, may the relegation battle commence!

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Carlo Ancelotti for Man Utd (before he extends contract with Brazil)?

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Why noy Antonio Conte for Man United this summer?

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Man Utd vs Man City Watchalong. Saturday at 12,30pm UK time. Michael Carrick vs pep Guardiola. If United win, they overtake Liverpool to move into the Top 4. If City win, they will be 3 points behind Arsenal!
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Mason Greenwood topping scoring charts for 2nd season running. de Zerbi:... https://t.co/9LpUhXXNIt via @YouTube

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Mason Greenwood smashing goalscoring charts for 2nd season running: "Fut... https://t.co/9D5NYK8Y0t via @YouTube

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Kevin Keegan, Faustino Asprilla, David Ginola, Keith Gillespie, Les Ferd... https://t.co/5j9t2p7Llr via @YouTube

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7 January 2026
Cesc Fabregas has been overlooked by Chelsea, Man Utd, and possibly West Ham if Nuno doesn’t survive. Fabregas, currently the manager of Como, sitting 6th in Serie A, just behind Roma and Juventus; Como have a game in hand. If they win, Como jump into 4th and the Champions League places.
Key results for Fabregas so far:
Atalanta 1-1 Como (Atalanta are 5th in the Champions League table!)
Juventus 0 Como 2 Napoli 0 Como 0 Goalless draw away to Antonio Conte
Torino 1 Como 5
Last 3 games:
Lecce 0 Como 3 Como 1
Udinese 0 Pisa 0 Como 3
Fabregas is an elite manager, originally from Barcelona’s La Masia, like Arteta, like Guardiola.
Fabregas has even won 2 league titles with Chelsea, a league title with Barcelona, yet Premier League owners sacking their managers - of which there have been many this season - have overlooked Fabregas. Not even a mention! If Nuno doesn't survive at West Ham, will they at least entertain a conversation with Fabregas??

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Diogo Jota remembered. Wirtz scores! Ollie Watkins back! Pep's 'energy' ... https://t.co/mc687SW7ny via @YouTube

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Sunday Times journalist of the year believes Ronaldo will émulation Messi, talks about Premier League 3-horse race, Luis Enrique's Champions League chances, and Ancelotti's chances with Brazil.

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World Renowned Journalist John Cross on PL Race, CL Race and Next Year's... https://t.co/f21IhnmaSh via @YouTube - check out FootballManagersWorld on Youtube channel.

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World Renowned Journalist John Cross on Arsenal, Champions League and World Cup: https://t.co/SgPFY0sgsn via @YouTube

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World Renowned Journalist John Cross on PL Race, CL Race and Next Year's... https://t.co/2JsftmbPfZ via @YouTube

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World Renowned Journalist John Cross on PL Race, CL Race and Next Year's... https://t.co/Sx8W2dmFzJ via @YouTube

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World Renowned Journalist John Cross on PL Race, CL Race and Next Year's World Cup... https://t.co/Sx8W2dmFzJ via @YouTube

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Rare Interview with Senior Italian Football Expert https://t.co/rhIPiSiYIY via @YouTube

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