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The Empanada King of Madrid doesn’t conform to the Argentinian stereotype of brash personalities. Where he does conform to his nation’s stereotypes is with his physical defence. This guy loves a challenge! Whether it be in the air, where he is imperious, or on the ground, where he’s rarely inaccurate with a slide tackle, Gonzalo […]

The Mexican Pirlo has grown out his luscious, thick curly black hair to add some gravitas to his grumpy, sultry demeanour. Spraying passes, breaking hearts – it’s what he does. EQ has an extensive passing range and is two-footed enough to try to take corners with his left foot.  Interesting fact about EQ: Shocked everyone […]

The older of the Majid brothers trains how he plays… without compromise. A convivial and urbane presence away from the pitch, Omar is a terror on it. He uses his reputation to great effect as FCB’s treasurer and chief debt collector. Interesting fact about Omar: Owns an imports business which he never mentions. It’s probably […]