The intimate relationship between certain managers and their agents represents a conflict of interests, but it is difficult to see how the authorities can intervene.
Gavin Hamilton
Germany are the stand-out favourites ahead of Euro 2012
Posted 96 days ago
Gavin Hamilton argues that Joachim Low’s Germany have improved since the World Cup two years ago and will be the team to avoid in next month’s Euro 2012 finals draw.
Gavin Hamilton: APOEL are a rare break from the Champions League norm
Posted 126 days ago
APOEL Nicosia’s strong start to their Champions League campaign, has come as a breath of fresh air in an otherwise predictable competition.
Gavin Hamilton: A hollow victory for pub landlady in the European Court
Posted 142 days ago
Gavin Hamilton believes that the ultimate beneficiary of today’s landmark court ruling on broadcasting rights will be the armchair viewer.
Gavin Hamilton: Man City’s academy plan sets alarm bells ringing
Posted 149 days ago
Will Manchester City’s new footballing academy produce homegrown players, or will the club’s desire for short term success result in them buying youngsters from other clubs.
Gavin Hamilton: Matthaus is the latest great player to struggle as a coach
Posted 156 days ago
Lothar Matthaus’s coaching career appears to confirm the rule that great players do not make great coaches.
Euro 2012: preparations
Posted 190 days ago
With 12 months to go before Euro 2012, there is still much work to be done.
Gavin Hamilton: The winners and losers from the World Cup draw
Posted 207 days ago
Gavin Hamilton looks at the 2014 World Cup draw and identifies the groups that will grab the headlines when the qualifiers kick off.
Gavin Hamilton: Bin Hammam bribery story will run and run
Posted 210 days ago
At the 2014 World Cup draw in Rio de Janeiro this Saturday, Sepp Blatter will find it hard to resist the opportunity to take centre stage. Blatter loves the spotlight, especially when there are celebs to rub shoulders with.
Gavin Hamilton: Mexico offer England a lesson in how talented youngsters can benefit club and country
Posted 224 days ago
Javier Hernandez’s progress at Manchester United offers proof that international youth football can provide players with the perfect platform to launch successful club careers.
