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“Football is based on desperation. All clubs are desperate in one form or another - desperate to succeed, desperate to survive, desperate to stay where they are, desperate that things get no worse, desperate to arrest the slide.”

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Simon Barnes
Simon Barnes

Simon Barnes is a British journalist born in 1951. He is known for his profound insights into nature and outdoor activities, having served as an editor and columnist for several prominent media organizations. more

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