Football Media

A time of crisis is also a time of opportunity – what happens today is a result of what happened two years ago, and what happens two years from now will be influenced by what we do today. With that in mind, we are moving not only to secure our present status and fend off [...]

Posted by: Ahmed Bilal Posted under: Football Blogging, Football Business Comments: 9

The English Premier League is fond of saying that it’s strong demand makes it immune from the current financial meltdown and they might be right – the league as an institution continues to enjoy strong international demand and with two European champions and four consecutive European final appearances by English clubs in the last four [...]

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Yesterday we announced the winners of the 2008 Soccerlens Awards – some of our favourite sites made it, some didn’t but overall the best sites were right up there. Have a look and feel free to suggest your own nominations / changes to the awards categories for next year. (more…)

Posted by: Ahmed Bilal Posted under: Football Blogging Comments: 0

Interviewing is an essential skill for a blogger, journalist, or writer. I would like to discuss 10 key concepts in the interviewing process with an emphasis on the new media and freelance journalists. 1. The Initial Approach Be specific in your request: When you approach your target and/or their media relations representative, provide a detailed plan. “I [...]

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In recent years a proliferation of football podcasts has emerged. Many are associated with media outlets: The Times, The BBC, The Guardian, etc. Some are podcasts produced and distributed by football clubs or leagues. Examples of this include the weekly Chelsea podcast or the Bundesliga report. Others are homespun efforts produced by fans for fans. If [...]

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