I absolutely adored Radamel Falcao, and I still think he’s one of the most dominant and underrated strikers of his generation. And thankfully, it seems as if many fans still agree with me! How good was Radamel Falcao? The man was a monster. A complete, unbridled, striking monster. From his humble beginnings in Colombia to his illustrious career in Europe, Falcao’s journey through the beautiful… Read More »4 Stunning Radamel Falcao Shirts to Collect
Few players have held themselves with more dignity and class than Henrik Larsson. So much so, that practically everybody loves the guy… unless you’re a Rangers fan (obviously). The Best Henrik Larsson Shirts Henrik Larsson, the Swedish football icon, left an indelible mark on the sport with his exceptional skill, prolific goal-scoring, and unwavering passion for the game. Throughout his illustrious career, Larsson donned numerous… Read More »5 Great Henrik Larsson Shirts to Collect
With EURO 2024 on the horizon, football fans and collectors alike are on the lookout for players who are poised to make a significant impact during the tournament. England’s Chances at EURO 2024 England, a perennial title contender, boasts a talented squad filled with potential stars who could light up the competition, which has been the case since they won the World Cup in 1966.… Read More »4 English Players to Collect Before EURO 2024
From a personal point of view, this incredible collaboration between Ayrton Senna and Corinthians will go down as one of my favourite limited edition kit releases of all time. This unique release not only celebrates Senna’s enduring legacy but also highlights the powerful bond between sport and culture in Brazil. Largely funnelled in by the game of football / ‘futebol’ and other powerful figures from… Read More »Ayrton Senna’s Beautiful Corinthians Shirt Collab (2018/19)
I have and will always have a proper affection for Diego Forlan, even if he wasn’t the best for my own football club, I’m so glad that we got to see the best of what he had to offer. How good was Diego Forlan? In truth, he was very, very good. One of the most honest and explosive strikers of his generation. But unlike a… Read More »Diego Forlan’s Insane Career in Football Shirts (1997-2019)
I might be a bit biased when I say that the 2006 World Cup, held in Germany, was a delight to behold. Mainly because it was the first one I was old enough to fully remember in its wonderful entirety. A Recap of the 2006 World Cup It was a real showstopper of an international tournament. With unforgettable moments, dramatic matches, and standout performances, it… Read More »The Most Collectible Stars from the 2006 World Cup
The whole reason I started Hobby FC was my own love of football cards, which has since grown to encompass the broader world of memorabilia. So, it’s about time I wrote this to be honest! How to preserve Football Cards Much like we discussed in our earlier article on maintaining your football shirts, there are certain habits you need to build into your collectors’ routine… Read More »How to Keep Football Cards in Mint Condition (2024)
Times have gotten a bit tough recently, and so it’s no wonder that the names of certain Everton cult heroes remain on the lips of many fans with their allegiance to the blue section of Merseyside. The Best Everton Cult Heroes There’s no way around this, Everton is a major footballing institution. Perhaps not at the levels of where we used to be, but there’s… Read More »5 Everton Cult Heroes Fans Still Love
Fernando Torres, a name which is always included in the Premier League icon list. The long hair, the headband and the skill. Not to forget those Total 90 boots! How good was Fernando Torres? Really good. No, I mean really, really good. Although we can put to rest this idea that Nemanja Vidic couldn’t handle him (which, on average, he clearly could), there were a lot… Read More »Fernando Torres: A Fiery Career in Football Shirts (1995-2019)
We know that football shirts hold immense sentimental value for fans, representing cherished memories of victories, heroes, and shared experiences. They can also be very expensive, too! How to Store Football Shirts As we’ve explored in articles like this one, football shirts are only going one way. And that’s up in value. Day by day, the clamour for retro jerseys is continuing to increase, with… Read More »How to Keep Football Shirts in Perfect Condition in 2024
