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Gill Clark

News editor & writer

Bio: I’m a news writer and editor with almost two decades of experience in sports journalism after graduating with a degree in English in Media. I first joined GOAL all the way back in 2008 and returned for a second stint more recently. In that time I’ve covered almost everything the game has to offer, the good, the bad and the ugly, and consider it a privilege to have built a career following a sport I love.

My Football Story: I grew up watching, playing and generally being obsessed by all things football. One of my earliest memories was going to watch my local team Kidderminster Harriers give West Ham an almighty scare in the fifth round of the FA Cup. I didn’t know it at the time, but a few years later I would play on the hallowed turf of Aggborough for Harriers Women in the FA Cup. And yes, we lost that one too. That was the highlight of a very short playing career but going on to work in football media has been the next best thing. I can also be found on the touchline cheering on my son’s team and enjoying watching another generation develop their love for this beautiful game. 

Areas of Expertise: 

• Premier League

• Champions League

• Match content

• Sourcing & delivering the most interesting stories around

Favourite Footballing Memory: There’s so many but managing to somehow be in the right place at the right time and able to sneak into San Siro to watch Italy take on Wales will take some beating for sheer fun value. A rare chance to watch legends such as Gigi Buffon, Fabio Cannavaro, Alessandro Nesta, Gennaro Gattuso, Alessandro Del Piero and Ryan Giggs up (fairly) close and on the same pitch was pretty special.

Articles by Gill Clark
  1. Rosenior takes responsibility for Chelsea mistakes after Everton loss

    Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior says he is "100%" responsible for the team's defensive mistakes in the wake of Saturday's disappointing 3-0 defeat to Everton in the Premier League. The Blues slipped to a fourth consecutive defeat in all competitions at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, leaving the manager under increasing pressure at Stamford Bridge and facing a battle to qualify for the Champions League.

  2. Rosenior 'didn't say much' to Chelsea players after Everton defeat

    Chelsea star Jorrel Hato has revealed that manager Liam Rosenior didn't have much to say to his players in the wake of Saturday's disappointing 3-0 Premier League defeat to Everton. The result is a fourth straight loss for the Blues in all competitions, putting pressure on the manager at Stamford Bridge. The Blues are also now facing a battle to secure Champions League football for next season.

  3. Wrexham fight back to seal 'one of our best wins' under Parkinson

    Wrexham sealed one of their "best wins" under manager Phil Parkinson after fighting back from a goal down to beat Sheffield United 2-1 in the Championship on Saturday at Bramall Lane. The win keeps the Red Dragons' hopes of making it into the play-offs alive ahead of the final seven games of the season as they sit in seventh place in the table but level on points with Southampton in sixth.

  4. 📽️ | Blundering Sanchez gifts Everton goal with costly mistake

    Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sanchez is in the spotlight again after another erratic performance for the Blues in Saturday's 3-0 defeat to Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadiun. Sanchez allowed a shot from Beto to trickle through his legs as Everton went 2-0 up and closed the gap on Liam Rosenior's side in the Premier League table to just two points with seven games left to play.

  5. 'It hurts a lot' - Slot slams underperforming Liverpool stars

    Liverpool manager Arne Slot has blasted his underperforming players in the wake of Saturday's damaging 2-1 defeat to Brighton in the Premier League. Two goals from Danny Welbeck sealed a win for the Seagulls and condemned the defending champions to their 10th Premier League defeat of the season so far. The result could also prove crucial in the hunt for Champions League places.

  6. Better with age! Welbeck joins Zlatan in elite club

    Brighton striker Danny Welbeck further established his Premier League legacy on Saturday by scoring twice in a 2-1 win for the Seagulls over Liverpool at the Amex Stadium. The former Manchester United man has now joined a unique club that also contains Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Gary McAllister as he continues to shine in the English top flight at the grand old age of 35.

  7. 'If Maradona is God, McTominay is Jesus!'

    Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay has been a huge hit at Napoli since making the switch from Manchester United. The 29-year-old has now been told he is the second most important player in the club's entire history after Diego Maradona by the club legend's own son. McTominay won the Scudetto in his first campaign in Italy and was also named Serie A's player of the season.

  8. 'Not a good look' - Shearer says EPL reffing getting worse

    Former England and Newcastle striker Alan Shearer says refereeing standards in the Premier League are deteriorating due to an overreliance on VAR. Shearer spoke out after VAR came in for more scrutiny after Manchester United's 2-2 draw with Bournemouth. Referee Stuart Attwell angered the Red Devils by refusing to award a penalty for a challenge on Amad Diallo and then giving Bournemouth a spot-kick for a similar challenge by Harry Maguire on Evanilson.

  9. Revealed: When JJ Gabriel could make first Man Utd senior appearance

    Manchester United wonderkid JJ Gabriel has been thrilling fans with his eye-catching performances for Darren Fletcher's Under-18s this season. He's already been called up to training with Michael Carrick's senior squad but is too young to make his first-team debut in the current campaign. However, supporters may not have to wait too much longer to see the talented teenager make his first senior appearance for the Red Devils.

  1. How finishing seventh in the Premier League can secure UCL spot

    Premier League clubs have been given a huge boost as the race to seal a spot in next season's Champions League hots up. It's now been confirmed that there is a possibility the team finishing in seventh place in the English top flight could qualify for Europe's premier club competition. Arsenal, Manchester City, Manchester United and Aston Villa are currently in the top four places, with Liverpool, Chelsea and Brentford next in the table.

  2. Rooney brutally claims Brazil star Neymar was never world class

    Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney says he has never considered Neymar to be world class. The Brazilian superstar has enjoyed a stellar career, winning titles across the globe with Santos, Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain. The forward has also dazzled in Brazil's colours on the international stage but that's not been enough to impress the former England international.

  3. ‘You cannot lose 8-2!’ - Terry slams Chelsea for PSG defeat

    Chelsea legend John Terry has criticised his former club after they were dumped out of the Champions League by defending champions Paris Saint-Germain. The Blues were beaten home and away in the last 16 by Luis Enrique's side, suffering a hefty 8-2 defeat on aggregate. Terry says the scoreline is simply unacceptable and has revealed his frustrations at seeing Chelsea's European dreams ended.

  4. Romero makes blunt admission over Tottenham future

    Tottenham defender Cristian Romero gave little away about his future after the team's Champions League exit at the hands of Atletico Madrid on Wednesday night. Spurs won the second leg of their last-16 tie 3-2 but it was not enough as Diego Simeone's side progressed 7-5 on aggregate to book their spot in the quarter-finals of the competition.

  5. Slot delivers Salah update after Liverpool star asks to be subbed

    Liverpool manager Arne Slot has offered an injury update on Mohamed Salah after he asked to be substituted in the second half of Wednesday's Champions League last 16 second leg against Galatasaray. The Egypt international missed a penalty in the game but redeemed himself by bagging an assist and a wonderful goal as the Reds progressed to the quarter-finals.

  6. Gerrard slams ‘embarrassing’ and ‘pathetic’ Galatasaray

    Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard was highly critical of Galatasaray in the wake of Wednesday's 4-0 win for the Reds at Anfield in the Champions League. Arne Slot's side overcame a 1-0 defeat in the first leg to progress 4-1 on aggregate but Gerrard was not happy with the behaviour of some of the visiting players. Liverpool now go on to face Paris Saint-Germain in the quarter-finals.