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Had a sit down with the Scanlon brothers - Man United’s James and Burnley’s Luca - discuss sibling rivalry and international football as teenagers.
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
The Scanlon brothers: from a Midlands primary football side to Gibraltar teammates
James is at Manchester United, Luca with Burnley and both are making a mark on the international stage as teenagers
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October 8, 2025 at 7:06 AM
Had a sit down with the Scanlon brothers - Man United’s James and Burnley’s Luca - discuss sibling rivalry and international football as teenagers.
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
Our latest database update
September 29, 2025 at 3:36 PM
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#SeasonReview Tristan Holden
The Dover Athletic Academy captain has spent time with Margate youth, Ramsgate Athletic and finally Lydd Town on loan this season, with 14 games for Lydd as they successfully made a late push for survival from SCEFL Premier relegation.
The Dover Athletic Academy captain has spent time with Margate youth, Ramsgate Athletic and finally Lydd Town on loan this season, with 14 games for Lydd as they successfully made a late push for survival from SCEFL Premier relegation.
June 5, 2025 at 8:10 AM
#SeasonReview Tristan Holden
The Dover Athletic Academy captain has spent time with Margate youth, Ramsgate Athletic and finally Lydd Town on loan this season, with 14 games for Lydd as they successfully made a late push for survival from SCEFL Premier relegation.
The Dover Athletic Academy captain has spent time with Margate youth, Ramsgate Athletic and finally Lydd Town on loan this season, with 14 games for Lydd as they successfully made a late push for survival from SCEFL Premier relegation.
#SeasonReview Reece Styche
Starting the season back at AFC Telford United, Styche moved to Bromsgrove Sporting in midseason, although as he winds down his career the veteran has mainly been utilised as a sub, totalling 3 goals in 29 league games across both clubs.
Starting the season back at AFC Telford United, Styche moved to Bromsgrove Sporting in midseason, although as he winds down his career the veteran has mainly been utilised as a sub, totalling 3 goals in 29 league games across both clubs.
June 4, 2025 at 1:34 PM
#SeasonReview Reece Styche
Starting the season back at AFC Telford United, Styche moved to Bromsgrove Sporting in midseason, although as he winds down his career the veteran has mainly been utilised as a sub, totalling 3 goals in 29 league games across both clubs.
Starting the season back at AFC Telford United, Styche moved to Bromsgrove Sporting in midseason, although as he winds down his career the veteran has mainly been utilised as a sub, totalling 3 goals in 29 league games across both clubs.
#SeasonReview Jesse Gomez
After leaving Algeciras in the summer to study in the UK, Gomez joined McClafferty at Blyth Spartans in March but didn't play. The majority of his season was spend with Whitley Bay Res (5 goals 9 games) and the successful Northumbria University team.
After leaving Algeciras in the summer to study in the UK, Gomez joined McClafferty at Blyth Spartans in March but didn't play. The majority of his season was spend with Whitley Bay Res (5 goals 9 games) and the successful Northumbria University team.
June 4, 2025 at 1:32 PM
#SeasonReview Jesse Gomez
After leaving Algeciras in the summer to study in the UK, Gomez joined McClafferty at Blyth Spartans in March but didn't play. The majority of his season was spend with Whitley Bay Res (5 goals 9 games) and the successful Northumbria University team.
After leaving Algeciras in the summer to study in the UK, Gomez joined McClafferty at Blyth Spartans in March but didn't play. The majority of his season was spend with Whitley Bay Res (5 goals 9 games) and the successful Northumbria University team.
#SeasonReview Paddy McClafferty
A late addition to the doomed Blyth Spartans campaign, McClafferty was one of the stand-out performers in a poor end to the club's campaign, playing 7 games. Along with this BUCS campaign for Northumbria he got his international debut in March.
A late addition to the doomed Blyth Spartans campaign, McClafferty was one of the stand-out performers in a poor end to the club's campaign, playing 7 games. Along with this BUCS campaign for Northumbria he got his international debut in March.
June 4, 2025 at 1:32 PM
#SeasonReview Paddy McClafferty
A late addition to the doomed Blyth Spartans campaign, McClafferty was one of the stand-out performers in a poor end to the club's campaign, playing 7 games. Along with this BUCS campaign for Northumbria he got his international debut in March.
A late addition to the doomed Blyth Spartans campaign, McClafferty was one of the stand-out performers in a poor end to the club's campaign, playing 7 games. Along with this BUCS campaign for Northumbria he got his international debut in March.
#SeasonReview Kian Ronan
Although he initially struggled for game time this season, not helped by a bad head injury early on, Ronan played his way back into the starting 11 with a few key goals in King's Lynn Town's unsuccessful promotion push. 29 league games, 3 goals.
Although he initially struggled for game time this season, not helped by a bad head injury early on, Ronan played his way back into the starting 11 with a few key goals in King's Lynn Town's unsuccessful promotion push. 29 league games, 3 goals.
June 4, 2025 at 1:31 PM
#SeasonReview Kian Ronan
Although he initially struggled for game time this season, not helped by a bad head injury early on, Ronan played his way back into the starting 11 with a few key goals in King's Lynn Town's unsuccessful promotion push. 29 league games, 3 goals.
Although he initially struggled for game time this season, not helped by a bad head injury early on, Ronan played his way back into the starting 11 with a few key goals in King's Lynn Town's unsuccessful promotion push. 29 league games, 3 goals.
#SeasonReview Carlos Richards
After his release by Derby County in the summer, Richards spent time with Dorking Wanderers this season, playing twice for their B team. He scored on his debut and then in a crucial penalty shootout win in the league cup, while also earning his first international caps
After his release by Derby County in the summer, Richards spent time with Dorking Wanderers this season, playing twice for their B team. He scored on his debut and then in a crucial penalty shootout win in the league cup, while also earning his first international caps
June 4, 2025 at 1:29 PM
#SeasonReview Carlos Richards
After his release by Derby County in the summer, Richards spent time with Dorking Wanderers this season, playing twice for their B team. He scored on his debut and then in a crucial penalty shootout win in the league cup, while also earning his first international caps
After his release by Derby County in the summer, Richards spent time with Dorking Wanderers this season, playing twice for their B team. He scored on his debut and then in a crucial penalty shootout win in the league cup, while also earning his first international caps
#SeasonReview James Stevens
One we were unaware of before this season, Stevens is the third Llanito at Wealdstone but unfortunately saw his season ended early by injury. He had made 5 appearances for the U19s until that point.
One we were unaware of before this season, Stevens is the third Llanito at Wealdstone but unfortunately saw his season ended early by injury. He had made 5 appearances for the U19s until that point.
June 4, 2025 at 1:26 PM
#SeasonReview James Stevens
One we were unaware of before this season, Stevens is the third Llanito at Wealdstone but unfortunately saw his season ended early by injury. He had made 5 appearances for the U19s until that point.
One we were unaware of before this season, Stevens is the third Llanito at Wealdstone but unfortunately saw his season ended early by injury. He had made 5 appearances for the U19s until that point.
#SeasonReview Kaleem Smith
Along with Bartolo, Smith has been a regular in the Wealdstone youth sides with 3 goals in 12 games for the U23s and 1 in 18 for the U19s plus one appearance for Spartans Youth. He's attracting interest from elsewhere so one to watch this summer.
Along with Bartolo, Smith has been a regular in the Wealdstone youth sides with 3 goals in 12 games for the U23s and 1 in 18 for the U19s plus one appearance for Spartans Youth. He's attracting interest from elsewhere so one to watch this summer.
June 2, 2025 at 2:12 PM
#SeasonReview Kaleem Smith
Along with Bartolo, Smith has been a regular in the Wealdstone youth sides with 3 goals in 12 games for the U23s and 1 in 18 for the U19s plus one appearance for Spartans Youth. He's attracting interest from elsewhere so one to watch this summer.
Along with Bartolo, Smith has been a regular in the Wealdstone youth sides with 3 goals in 12 games for the U23s and 1 in 18 for the U19s plus one appearance for Spartans Youth. He's attracting interest from elsewhere so one to watch this summer.
#SeasonReview Kai Bartolo
Another season of development for Kai in the Wealdstone youth sides, 3 goals in 6 U23 games and 2 in 17 for the U19s along with youth international caps for Malta, although he still remains eligible for Gibraltar.
Another season of development for Kai in the Wealdstone youth sides, 3 goals in 6 U23 games and 2 in 17 for the U19s along with youth international caps for Malta, although he still remains eligible for Gibraltar.
June 2, 2025 at 2:05 PM
#SeasonReview Kai Bartolo
Another season of development for Kai in the Wealdstone youth sides, 3 goals in 6 U23 games and 2 in 17 for the U19s along with youth international caps for Malta, although he still remains eligible for Gibraltar.
Another season of development for Kai in the Wealdstone youth sides, 3 goals in 6 U23 games and 2 in 17 for the U19s along with youth international caps for Malta, although he still remains eligible for Gibraltar.
#SeasonReview Michael Charvetto Parody and Jay Coombes
Details are scarce regarding the duo as not all of their games received coverage, and we only know of two that both played in as the Sutton United College U19s endured a difficult season in the Youth Development League
Details are scarce regarding the duo as not all of their games received coverage, and we only know of two that both played in as the Sutton United College U19s endured a difficult season in the Youth Development League
June 2, 2025 at 2:03 PM
#SeasonReview Michael Charvetto Parody and Jay Coombes
Details are scarce regarding the duo as not all of their games received coverage, and we only know of two that both played in as the Sutton United College U19s endured a difficult season in the Youth Development League
Details are scarce regarding the duo as not all of their games received coverage, and we only know of two that both played in as the Sutton United College U19s endured a difficult season in the Youth Development League
#SeasonReview Louie Annesley
After an injury plagued spell in Ireland, Annesley was everpresent for Braintree Town this season, playing in 42 of their 46 league games and scoring twice as they stayed in the National League.
After an injury plagued spell in Ireland, Annesley was everpresent for Braintree Town this season, playing in 42 of their 46 league games and scoring twice as they stayed in the National League.
June 1, 2025 at 11:23 PM
#SeasonReview Louie Annesley
After an injury plagued spell in Ireland, Annesley was everpresent for Braintree Town this season, playing in 42 of their 46 league games and scoring twice as they stayed in the National League.
After an injury plagued spell in Ireland, Annesley was everpresent for Braintree Town this season, playing in 42 of their 46 league games and scoring twice as they stayed in the National League.
#SeasonReview Lee Chipolina
The third Llanito at @chesterfieldfc.bsky.social, Chipolina was a late addition to the Spireites youth set up. He scored once in 3 NYFL games for their U23s.
The third Llanito at @chesterfieldfc.bsky.social, Chipolina was a late addition to the Spireites youth set up. He scored once in 3 NYFL games for their U23s.
June 1, 2025 at 11:22 PM
#SeasonReview Lee Chipolina
The third Llanito at @chesterfieldfc.bsky.social, Chipolina was a late addition to the Spireites youth set up. He scored once in 3 NYFL games for their U23s.
The third Llanito at @chesterfieldfc.bsky.social, Chipolina was a late addition to the Spireites youth set up. He scored once in 3 NYFL games for their U23s.
#SeasonReview Michael Borja Sanchez
Sanchez claims Gib nationality so we're including the new @chesterfieldfc.bsky.social recruit who joined in January. He scored once in 7 NYFL appearances for their U23s, along with 9 apps for @sheffieldfc.bsky.social and a handful for @wombwelltownfc.bsky.social
Sanchez claims Gib nationality so we're including the new @chesterfieldfc.bsky.social recruit who joined in January. He scored once in 7 NYFL appearances for their U23s, along with 9 apps for @sheffieldfc.bsky.social and a handful for @wombwelltownfc.bsky.social
June 1, 2025 at 11:21 PM
#SeasonReview Michael Borja Sanchez
Sanchez claims Gib nationality so we're including the new @chesterfieldfc.bsky.social recruit who joined in January. He scored once in 7 NYFL appearances for their U23s, along with 9 apps for @sheffieldfc.bsky.social and a handful for @wombwelltownfc.bsky.social
Sanchez claims Gib nationality so we're including the new @chesterfieldfc.bsky.social recruit who joined in January. He scored once in 7 NYFL appearances for their U23s, along with 9 apps for @sheffieldfc.bsky.social and a handful for @wombwelltownfc.bsky.social
#SeasonReview Liam Jessop
Another young talent making his EFL bow this season, Jessop made a couple of appearances for @chesterfieldfc.bsky.social before heading on loan to @worksoptownfc.bsky.social, where he scored once in 10 league appearances to aid their promotion charge.
Another young talent making his EFL bow this season, Jessop made a couple of appearances for @chesterfieldfc.bsky.social before heading on loan to @worksoptownfc.bsky.social, where he scored once in 10 league appearances to aid their promotion charge.
June 1, 2025 at 11:20 PM
#SeasonReview Liam Jessop
Another young talent making his EFL bow this season, Jessop made a couple of appearances for @chesterfieldfc.bsky.social before heading on loan to @worksoptownfc.bsky.social, where he scored once in 10 league appearances to aid their promotion charge.
Another young talent making his EFL bow this season, Jessop made a couple of appearances for @chesterfieldfc.bsky.social before heading on loan to @worksoptownfc.bsky.social, where he scored once in 10 league appearances to aid their promotion charge.
#SeasonReview Jaiden Bartolo
It's been a tough introduction to professional football for Jaiden Bartolo - with a handful of appearances at Wycombe Wanderers, loans to Weymouth and @sloughtownfc.bsky.social were productive learning experiences, producing one memorable goal while at Weymouth.
It's been a tough introduction to professional football for Jaiden Bartolo - with a handful of appearances at Wycombe Wanderers, loans to Weymouth and @sloughtownfc.bsky.social were productive learning experiences, producing one memorable goal while at Weymouth.
June 1, 2025 at 11:19 PM
#SeasonReview Jaiden Bartolo
It's been a tough introduction to professional football for Jaiden Bartolo - with a handful of appearances at Wycombe Wanderers, loans to Weymouth and @sloughtownfc.bsky.social were productive learning experiences, producing one memorable goal while at Weymouth.
It's been a tough introduction to professional football for Jaiden Bartolo - with a handful of appearances at Wycombe Wanderers, loans to Weymouth and @sloughtownfc.bsky.social were productive learning experiences, producing one memorable goal while at Weymouth.
#SeasonReview Lyndon Turrell
Aside from his Gibraltar U17 appearances in October, details are somewhat scarce on young Turrell's progress at Leicester City, and at just 15 it's unlikely we'll get more details until he breaks through at U18 level for his club.
Aside from his Gibraltar U17 appearances in October, details are somewhat scarce on young Turrell's progress at Leicester City, and at just 15 it's unlikely we'll get more details until he breaks through at U18 level for his club.
June 1, 2025 at 11:14 PM
#SeasonReview Lyndon Turrell
Aside from his Gibraltar U17 appearances in October, details are somewhat scarce on young Turrell's progress at Leicester City, and at just 15 it's unlikely we'll get more details until he breaks through at U18 level for his club.
Aside from his Gibraltar U17 appearances in October, details are somewhat scarce on young Turrell's progress at Leicester City, and at just 15 it's unlikely we'll get more details until he breaks through at U18 level for his club.
#SeasonReview Luca Scanlon
The younger Scanlon brother had a positive start to the season with Manchester United U16s but made the bold choice to move to Burnley in early 2025, and has already made his U21 debut at just 15 years old.
The younger Scanlon brother had a positive start to the season with Manchester United U16s but made the bold choice to move to Burnley in early 2025, and has already made his U21 debut at just 15 years old.
June 1, 2025 at 11:13 PM
#SeasonReview Luca Scanlon
The younger Scanlon brother had a positive start to the season with Manchester United U16s but made the bold choice to move to Burnley in early 2025, and has already made his U21 debut at just 15 years old.
The younger Scanlon brother had a positive start to the season with Manchester United U16s but made the bold choice to move to Burnley in early 2025, and has already made his U21 debut at just 15 years old.
#SeasonReview James Scanlon
Starting off with arguably Gibraltar's brightest talent at the moment, the Manchester United youngster has gone from strength to strength this season with 23 goals across their youth sides. There are high hopes of him making his senior breakthrough soon.
Starting off with arguably Gibraltar's brightest talent at the moment, the Manchester United youngster has gone from strength to strength this season with 23 goals across their youth sides. There are high hopes of him making his senior breakthrough soon.
June 1, 2025 at 11:12 PM
#SeasonReview James Scanlon
Starting off with arguably Gibraltar's brightest talent at the moment, the Manchester United youngster has gone from strength to strength this season with 23 goals across their youth sides. There are high hopes of him making his senior breakthrough soon.
Starting off with arguably Gibraltar's brightest talent at the moment, the Manchester United youngster has gone from strength to strength this season with 23 goals across their youth sides. There are high hopes of him making his senior breakthrough soon.
Update:
Paddy McClafferty has since been announced at Blyth Spartans, making his debut yesterday.
Paddy McClafferty has since been announced at Blyth Spartans, making his debut yesterday.
Scott Wiseman names his first preliminary squad as interim boss of Gibraltar's men's team. 12 potential debutants with players currently in England, Spain, Australia, Morocco and the United States as well as Gibraltar.
March 9, 2025 at 11:29 AM
Update:
Paddy McClafferty has since been announced at Blyth Spartans, making his debut yesterday.
Paddy McClafferty has since been announced at Blyth Spartans, making his debut yesterday.
Scott Wiseman names his first preliminary squad as interim boss of Gibraltar's men's team. 12 potential debutants with players currently in England, Spain, Australia, Morocco and the United States as well as Gibraltar.
March 7, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Scott Wiseman names his first preliminary squad as interim boss of Gibraltar's men's team. 12 potential debutants with players currently in England, Spain, Australia, Morocco and the United States as well as Gibraltar.
Two new moves to 🇦🇺 Australia to announce today, both in the Illawarra Premier League (tier 5):
Heading to Coniston FC from FCB Magpies is Jamie Coombes
Meanwhile Jack Sergeant has joined Cringila Lions from Lincoln Red Imps.
Season begins 8 March.
Heading to Coniston FC from FCB Magpies is Jamie Coombes
Meanwhile Jack Sergeant has joined Cringila Lions from Lincoln Red Imps.
Season begins 8 March.
February 27, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Two new moves to 🇦🇺 Australia to announce today, both in the Illawarra Premier League (tier 5):
Heading to Coniston FC from FCB Magpies is Jamie Coombes
Meanwhile Jack Sergeant has joined Cringila Lions from Lincoln Red Imps.
Season begins 8 March.
Heading to Coniston FC from FCB Magpies is Jamie Coombes
Meanwhile Jack Sergeant has joined Cringila Lions from Lincoln Red Imps.
Season begins 8 March.
Huge news regarding the men's national team as Julio Ribas has stepped down today.
A new head coach for Gibraltar is expected shortly.
A new head coach for Gibraltar is expected shortly.
Official Statement: Julio Ribas
The Gibraltar Football Association can today confirm that Gibraltar Men's National Team Head Coach, Julio Ribas, has stepped down from his...
www.gibraltarfa.com
February 26, 2025 at 12:48 PM
Huge news regarding the men's national team as Julio Ribas has stepped down today.
A new head coach for Gibraltar is expected shortly.
A new head coach for Gibraltar is expected shortly.
Just one domestic player (Caitlin Robba of Gibraltar Wave) starts today in Gibraltar's UWNL debut
Ambrosio, Salah, Talia & Joelle Gilbert and Shania Robba of Linense FCB
Viagas and Victor of @cadizcf.com
Schilling of Estepoa
Chapman of @tnsfc.bsky.social
Pizzarello unknown/unattached
Ambrosio, Salah, Talia & Joelle Gilbert and Shania Robba of Linense FCB
Viagas and Victor of @cadizcf.com
Schilling of Estepoa
Chapman of @tnsfc.bsky.social
Pizzarello unknown/unattached
February 21, 2025 at 1:24 PM
Just one domestic player (Caitlin Robba of Gibraltar Wave) starts today in Gibraltar's UWNL debut
Ambrosio, Salah, Talia & Joelle Gilbert and Shania Robba of Linense FCB
Viagas and Victor of @cadizcf.com
Schilling of Estepoa
Chapman of @tnsfc.bsky.social
Pizzarello unknown/unattached
Ambrosio, Salah, Talia & Joelle Gilbert and Shania Robba of Linense FCB
Viagas and Victor of @cadizcf.com
Schilling of Estepoa
Chapman of @tnsfc.bsky.social
Pizzarello unknown/unattached