Hi Everyone,

I’m Kristian Russell

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And here’s a little about me.

History has always been my passion. While I earned my degree in War, I’ve always been drawn to the history of football. It didn’t take long for me to realize I wanted to explore the bigger picture of the sport that goes beyond what happens on the field. My first VHS on the history of Liverpool marked a major turning point, sparking a lifelong curiosity. Since then, I have immersed myself in studying football and analyzing its details.

Sleepwalking to a Super League is my effort to share insights with fans who want to understand the evolving practices and policies shaping the game. The book highlights how the soul of football is gradually being lost to financial greed. It took me seven years to write this book, and there’s much more I hope to share. You can expect to see more of my work in the near future.

Stories From Outside the Ground

6 Hard Truths the Pandemic Exposed About Modern Football

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The European Super League (ESL) Made Football’s Power Struggle Go Public

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Why Football’s Real History Still Matters Today?

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