Alex Brotherton

Alex Brotherton

Writer

Born and raised in Manchester, UK, Alex lives and breathes football at all levels and has a particular interest in fan culture. From the Premier League to non-league, Women's Super League to La Liga, Serie A and beyond, if he can get there, or if it's on TV, then he'll watch it. Alex joined GOAL as a freelance writer in 2023 and has worked for publications including the Manchester Evening News and BBC Sport.

Articles by Alex Brotherton

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Manchester United M. Rashford
Which football team does darts sensation Luke Littler support?
Luke Littler has taken the darts world by storm but he is also a keen football fan - GOAL takes a look at who he supports and his favourite players.
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A. Russo L. Williamson
Russo and Williamson link up with Beckham at Paris NBA
Leah Williamson and Alessia Russo linked up with David Beckham as the great and good of world football attended the NBA Paris event.
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L. Messi Inter Miami CF
Messi shows off gym gains in photo with wife Antonela
Lionel Messi has sent an ominous message to his rivals as his preparations for the 2024 MLS season with Inter Miami have already begun.
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England WSL
Chloe Kelly confirms wedding preparations underway
Chloe Kelly has confirmed that preparations for her wedding in 2024 are already well underway.
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Wrexham League Two
Golf star Max Homa blasts McElhenney for 'killing' his joke
Wrexham co-owner Rob McElhenney ruined Max Homa's joke by showing off his golf skills at the Farmers Insurance Open this week.
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A. Lehmann Aston Villa
Lehmann & Luiz appear to confirm relationship with special photo
Aston Villa duo Alisha Lehmann and Douglas Luiz appear to have confirmed their reunion a year after breaking up over a reported calendar dispute.
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H. Kane Tottenham Hotspur
Shearer's priceless response to potential Spurs return for Kane
Alan Shearer has given a priceless response to the idea of Harry Kane one day returning to Tottenham from Bayern Munich.
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D. Rice Arsenal
Rice plays golf with Mcllroy to forget Arsenal struggles
Declan Rice has escaped Arsenal's mid-seasons struggles by linking up with superstar golfer Rory Mcllroy in Dubai.
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J. Bellingham Real Madrid
Bellingham reveals hilarious gift he gave his dad
Jude Bellingham has shared what he got up to over Christmas, along with the hilarious gift he bought for his dad.
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J. Lingard Manchester United
Lingard promises 'revival mode' as club search continues
Former Manchester United star Jesse Lingard has vowed to revive his career in 2024 as his search for a new club goes on.

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D. Beckham Inter Miami CF
What is Beckham eating?? Miami chief gorges on bizarre dish
Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham has shared photos of himself enjoying his "favourite" Spanish delicacy, but fans have no idea what it is.
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V. Coufal West Ham United
Czech Republic send Coufal home after nightclub visit
West Ham star Vladimir Coufal has been sent home in disgrace after reportedly visiting a nightclub while on international duty.
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L. Modric Real Madrid
Modric makes Saudi decision amid Real Madrid struggles
Luka Modric is set to switch Real Madrid for Saudi Arabia after seeing his gametime diminish this season.
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Z. Ibrahimovic AC Milan
Ibrahimovic reveals Ferrari collection at Las Vegas Grand Prix
Zlatan Ibrahimovic took the opportunity to boast about his Ferrari collection during the inaugural Las Vegas Grand Prix.
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N. Ake Manchester City
Ake sends Guardiola tribute after father's death
Nathan Ake has thanked Pep Guardiola for the way the Man City boss dealt with the death of the defender's father.
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B. Fernandes Manchester United
Fernandes addresses Saudi transfer rumours
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has insisted he is happy at the club despite reports linking him with a move to Saudi Arabia.
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Wrexham League Two
Wrexham boast more followers than SEVEN Premier League clubs
Despite playing in League Two, it turns out that Wrexham have more Instagram followers than over a third of Premier League clubs.
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D. de Gea C. Ronaldo
De Gea rejects Ronaldo reunion amid Inter Miami interest
David de Gea has reportedly turned down a reunion with Cristiano Ronaldo amid rumours he could join Lionel Messi at Inter Miami.
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G. Berhalter USA
Berhalter eyeing USMNT World Cup triumph
Gregg Berhalter has challenged the USMNT to win the 2026 World Cup, and has explained how his team can do it.
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K. Mbappe D. Deschamps
France boss mocks Enrique over Mbappe criticism
France boss Didier Deschamps hit back at Luis Enrique's criticism of Kylian Mbappe after the striker captained Les Bleus to a record win.

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