2021 FA Cup Third Round Sunday: Scenes and Stories
Since we love the FA Cup Third Round here at Groundhopper Guides, we decided to gather up some scenes and stories from this weekend, when Championship and Premier League clubs…
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Paul’s Soccer Stories
Author Paul Gerald shares his adventures from seeing more than 100 games all over England.
FA Cup Third Round Saturday: Scenes and Stories
As I watched the FA Cup Third Round ties on Saturday, I came across some interesting things that show why I think this weekend is one of the best in…
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I Took an Englishman to a Tennessee Vols Football Game
Before I started helping (mostly) Americans see soccer games in England, I was a sportswriter and a travel writer. One of my stories from that time is when I took…
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My Five Favorite Crowd Reaction Videos
I always say, when you have a choice about where to sit at a game, try to get a good view of the away fans. For that matter, try to…
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Chichester City at Tranmere Rovers in the FA Cup: What It’s All About
I go all over England, seeing the games, meeting the people, checking out the towns, looking for … something. Sure, I’m adding clubs to my list, researching places for my…
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Spanish Side Trip: Seeing a Game at FC Barcelona
I realize this is an English soccer blog, and I realize — especially because my trip there was sandwiched between games at Luton Town and Oldham Athletic — that Barcelona…
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English Soccer Connections: When I Met a Sober Millwall Fan
Among the great traditions of my English soccer trips is meeting friends of friends on arrival in London. My first night in London, mostly to stay awake, but also to…
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Vanishing Tradition: Talking Footy at UK Customs
I’m starting to really miss going through customs in the UK. The new kiosks are screwing everything up — and making life simpler and smoother. Whatever. Other than the excitement…
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English Soccer Trip: Flying Business Class
English Soccer Trip: Flying Business Class For the first time in my life, I got to board an international flight — and turn left. (Disclaimer: Some of the links below…
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Groundhopping Adventures: From London to Birmingham, Feeling at Home
As I get a little better at these football trips, I find myself getting into the groove with UK transit. For example, second morning of this trip, it’s off to Birmingham…
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