The rivalry between Manchester United and Manchester City is nothing novel; after all, it has lasted for 100+ years. The banter typically is instigated with City fans indicating that United is not from Manchester, referring to the circumstances surrounding the location of the stadium (Old Trafford). United fans,…
One World Futbol And Chevrolet – Bringing The Game Closer To The Less Fortunate
Somewhere in Hammanskraal, South Africa, a group of girls from the Mabu-a-tlou Primary School are enjoying a game of football thanks to the Chevrolet branded One World Futbol’s, today. A few weeks ago, this school, which houses the Mabu-a-tlou Lebala La Metshameko (“Mabu-a-tlou Playground”), was the venue where…
Cristiano Ronaldo And His Softer Side
Tsunami 2004: A 9-yr-old Acehnese boy called Martunis, was swept a mile away from his home by an onslaught of massive waves that hit the region, which eventually was triggered by an earthquake. For 19 lonely days, he survived on wild berries, dried noodles and water from rain…
Manchester United And Their Pre-Game Stunt
Though Manchester United went down fighting in their home game opener last night, it was clear that there were few interesting elements to the event. Firstly, the much talked about appointment of Van Gaal, did not reap the benefit (thinking immediate response) that the Manchester United fans were…
Chevrolet FC and Manchester United Play For A Worthy Cause
It would sound obvious to say that Manchester United is by far the most significant of all clubs which is well endowed with fan support all across the globe. However, with the blessing of its multi million dollar sponsorship with Chevrolet, the club has gained a certain uniqueness…
The Right To Play – Made Perfect By A 14-yr-old
The act of charity is not one of that derives itself from an exhaustive process of rational thinking. It is visionary, sort of a sensation, that intrinsic feeling of doing good, really. Yet simple thoughts can change the way we think or open us up to the act…
Strengthening Communities through Football – Love.fútbol
The “Land of Eternal Springtime” Guatemala has approximately 14,500 street children out of a population of just about 15 Million. Many of them, due to a soaring level of poverty and lack of social support program’s end up working as a child labor; purely as a means of…