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Mixed results for Thai owners of teams in England
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 18/06/2022
» Exciting though the past football season was, it has also served as a reminder for Thai owners that it is definitely not all honey and roses running an English club.
Fulham are back, but can they stay there?
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 23/04/2022
» Life is definitely never boring for Fulham football fans. Three promotions and two relegations in the last five seasons sounds like value for money.
Wembley play-offs not for weaklings
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 01/06/2019
» Aside from suffering relegation, a play-off final is probably the most stressful experience for any football fan. The very fact they are in the play-offs means the club has experienced a decent season, but everything comes down to one game and a defeat means it's just a wasted year, so near and yet so far. It's the hope that kills you.
Mixed fortunes for Thai-owned clubs
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 18/05/2019
» Reports that Thaksin Shinawatra has been in talks with Crystal Palace concerning a takeover bid have been denied by the club, according to the Evening Standard.
Samrith makes a move up the Thames
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 03/03/2018
» One of the more surprising news items of the week was the report that Thai businessman Samrith Thanakhamjanasuth has become the new owner of Oxford United, currently struggling in League One of the English Football League.
Tough going for clubs from Nottingham
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 26/03/2016
» The city of Nottingham is perhaps best known in Thailand for the legendary tale of Robin Hood and his exploits in and around Sherwood Forest. But the city is also home to two football clubs with proud histories, although they are currently not experiencing the best of times.
Shrewsbury long for a touch of Cup magic
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 20/02/2016
» While tomorrow’s clash between Chelsea and Manchester City at Stamford Bridge is likely to grab the headlines in the fifth round of the FA Cup this weekend, it is the match at the little-known New Meadow ground that will stir the emotions of dedicated Cup fans.
Rovers bid farewell after 94 years
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 09/05/2015
» As Chelsea celebrate their league title, it might be time to spare a thought for a team at the other end of the spectrum, Tranmere Rovers, who have been relegated to the Conference after 94-years in the Football League.
It's mostly doom and gloom at Stadium of Light
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 28/09/2013
» Sunderland is a city without a cathedral. But there's no doubting where its spiritual home is: the Stadium of Light, sitting high on a ridge overlooking the River Wear and the city.