Nicholas Thompson

  • The Cult: Ledley King

    Ledley King possessed immense footballing ability, but the sacrifices he made to wear a Spurs shirt each weekend are what elevate him to a place in The Cult.

  • ​Every Other Colour Is The New Black: The Evolution of Football Boots

    Modern football boots come in a wide range of elaborate colours and synthetic casings. It began in 1970, when Alan Ball wore a pair of white Hummels – and nothing has been quite the same since.

  • We Need to Talk About Joe Cole

    Forget about the Thai orgies and the shit designer shoes, Joe Cole is a throwback to the type of lad who just wants to play. That's why he's still going strong at Coventry City.