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
The North American Soccer League (NASL) may have been short-lived, but it boasted an impressive roster of football legends who graced its pitches during its heyday. A Brief Review of the NASL It was absolutely ostentatious for the time. But pretty tame by today’s standards. I suppose we have Saudi Arabia’s silly spending to thank for that – as we’ve covered with the most in-demand… Read More »7 Football Legends Who Played in the NASL
I’ve always ranked football cards among the very top choices of football memorabilia, and there’s enough evidence to show that, if done right, they could become a very decent investment. Are Football Cards an ‘Investment’? Well, let’s defined what an ‘investment’ is, shall we? “An investment is an asset or item that is purchased with the hope that it will generate income or appreciate in value at… Read More »How to Invest in Football Cards in 2024
In a world where football and art intersect, ‘Art of Football‘ (as the name would suggest) is one brand which stands out for their unerring ability to express this throughout their collection. We’ve seen that they’re planning a new release with Wolves of the Premier League also, so we thought it as good a time as any to give the Art of Football team their… Read More »Why We Love Art of Football
In recent years, the football shirt market has changed drastically. From being a simple hobby (and a big reason for starting this site) to its own enterprise for fledgling businesses worldwide. The Football Shirt Market Over the Years The Premier League began in 1992 with teams selling just a replica version of their shirt and for a very reasonable price. Kits during the 90s were… Read More »How has the Football Shirt Market Changed
With the new season of the documentary coming out, we thought it a good time to remember a few Sunderland cult heroes which helps to put a smile on your face. The Best Sunderland Cult Heroes This is a series we’re happy to keep going at Hobby FC. Thus far, we’ve looked at Manchester United and Arsenal, with many more to come. Now it’s Sunderland’s… Read More »4 Sunderland Cult Heroes Fans Still Love
