From a financial perspective, the Premier League is what matters. But to Britain, what matters is our various leagues including those in regions of our United Kingdom. I don’t disagree with anything in this article but add to it as a supporter of an English club in our fifth division.
But it is this comment that most resonates.
We are starting to think the same about the IPL, there is nothing that brings countries together like professional sport . Here is the fabulous report in the FT from its editorial board.
Like many of the readers of this, I was listening to the radio to the last minute of Tottenham v Everton wondering if Tottenham or West Ham could stay up, whether Sunderland and Brighton would make it to Europe. What would happen to Chelsea if they didn’t!
But for me, the highlight of the season was the battle between York and Rochdale for places in the EFL. In the end both did and justice was done. Today my fingers are crossed for Partick Thistle who deserve their place alongside St Johnston as promoted to the Scottish Premiership. I am of course selective, my choice of teams extends down the various pyramids and include my childhood town; – Shaftesbury FC
🚨 Shaftesbury FC Appoints New First Team Management Team 🚨
We are pleased to announce our new First Team management team for the 2026/27 campaign, with Josh Staunton appointed as First Team Manager.
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— Shaftesbury F.C (@SFC1888) May 21, 2026
