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The Tyne and Wear derby is a historical fixture in English football, 12 miles, 13 stops on the metro and one change is the only thing that connects the two sides whose hatred for each other is a staple in the North East. It may only be seen as a game of football to […]
With Sunderland successfully returning to the Premier League and Newcastle competing in the Champions League, can Middlesbrough be the third north-east club to return to the promised land. It’s been 17 years since the clubs where all in the topflight together. All three clubs have had good years so far such as Newcastle making it to the round […]
Seaham Town Council have awarded £2,000 to TFT MMA as a good will gesture, recognising the work and contribution to the community. TFT MMA are a well-known gym in the North East area, providing some of the best talent that the area has produced in the last ten years. Run by UK MMA veteran Andrew […]
From matchdays at the Stadium of Light to the rhythms of everyday life, Sunderland AFC is more than just a football club – it’s the beating heart of the city. Most cities in England have a football team, some even have two, but few can claim a club as deeply woven into the fabric of […]
They may be the most famous non-league football club but Blyth Spartans face reaching their lowest ebb for over 40 years. Senior figures around the club discuss whether the Blyth spirit can rise again? From FA Cup upsets and Senior Cup triumphs, Croft Park has showcased the best of non-league football. But after two turbulent […]
Join Arjun Mistry in exploring how the Hindu festival of Holi has shifted from being deeply rooted in religion to an inclusive, unifying celebration of love. There are explosions of vibrant colours amongst the crowd, frenzies of pink, blue and purple hues shooting across the scene. The sun’s radiant rays stretch across the vast […]
Tucked behind the headstones, the Friends of Hebburn Cemetery are going above and beyond for the small town of Hebburn. From tearooms to drop-in sessions this volunteer led charity have proven that even in the darkest moments someone is always there. At first glance the concept of a charity in a cemetery may seem crazy. […]
On a muddy pitch in front of a few thousand fans, there isn’t a team of specialists waiting when a player goes down, just one physio and their kit bag. While Premier League clubs manage around 50 injuries a season with entire medical departments, the real strain of English football is felt further down the […]
With the rise of social media in the sporting world, Tammi Fairbairn looks at how photography is the perfect way to encapsulate those special moments. Photography is a form of storytelling. However, photography in sport means so much more. The art of photography is essential for documenting high-stakes moments that can be used for marketing, […]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5GqSyXhxHc With the introduction of the likes of inverted full backs, set-piece routines and pressing systems. The shift of the tactical element of football has evolved massively. But why has this changed? Formulating tactics on a board (Credit: Adam Bell) In the sport itself, everything is now done with a measured risk, in terms […]
