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The Origin of Yellow and Red Cards

Football lovers would know exactly what the function of yellow cards and red cards are. Besides giving a warning, the yellow and red cards also function as the signs which were directed to the players. Thus, these two cards will at least prevent the brutal actions of football players.

But judging by the initial appearance, do the two cards appear simultaneously with the birth of football? The answer is no. Yellow and red cards have their own history.

The Biography of Jurgen Klopp

Jurgen Norbert Klopp, born on January 26, 1963, in Stuttgart, Germany. He was born to Norbert Klopp and Elisabeth Klopp. The young Klopp grew in the village of Black Forest, Glatten, Germany, along with his two older sisters.

His father is a former amateur footballer. However, he died at the age of 68 because of cancer. Klopp felt very sad because one of his most inspiring people could not see his success as a coach.

The Biography of Steven Gerrard

Steve George Gerrard, born on May 30, 1980, in Whiston, Merseyside. He was born to Paul Gerrard and Julie Ann Gerrard. When he was born, Gerrard had a disability in his leg. His legs were bent and caused him to be difficult to walk. After undergoing a series of treatments, he could return to walk normally.

Little Gerrard started playing football at the age of 5. He has an extraordinary desire to cultivate the ball. At that time, Gerrard really liked Everton. He often played near Goodison Park and took photos several times at the stadium.

The Day When Zlatan Ibrahimovic Made England Speechless

For years, the British public along with the mainstream British media doubted Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s abilities. He was indeed capable of scoring spectacular goals, but he never really became a sharp striker. Until 2012, his record against the English club was only three goals in 15 matches, all of them at Arsenal. Even with the national team, Ibra failed to score any goal against England.

However, everything changed on November 14, 2012. That day, Ibra showed a performance that no one would be able to repeat what he did on the field.

At that time, England’s coach, Roy Hodgson, intended to introduce several young players such as Steven Caulker and Wilfried Zaha. The match also marked the opening of the Friends Arena Stadium. For the Swedish public, this match was expected to start a new era of brighter Swedish football, especially after they finish the caretaker at Euro 2012.

The Biography of Pep Guardiola

Pep Guardiola Sala, born on January 18, 1971, in Santpedor, Spain. This Capricorn man was born to Valenti Guardiola and Dolors Sala Guardiola. Pep has two older sisters and one younger brother.

He did not embrace any trust. Thus, he is an atheist. Although most Spaniards are Catholic, Pep prefers to be part of a quarter of Spanish people who do not believe in Religion.

Since his childhood, Pep has loved football very much. He often played wherever and whenever there was an opportunity to do it. He also channeled his love for football by being a goal boy at local football matches.

The Mystery of Fred: An Inappropriate Player Worth 60 Million Pounds

Fred is the third most expensive player Jose Mourinho has ever bought but he hasn’t won the trust of Mou to appear regularly. How could this happen?

He will appear at Old Trafford every week. His duties include making United’s fans at the stadium always smile. Yep, he is Fred the Red, the official mascot of Manchester United. In the squad, there are also players named Fred. He has a 167-centimeter posture, which makes him look like a lilliput in United’s midfield.

The Biography of Roberto Carlos

Roberto Carlos da Silva Rocha was born on April 10, 1973, in Garca, Sao Paolo, Brazil. He was born to Vera Lucia da Silva and Oscar da Silva. The life of Carlos’s family is very alarming. He lived in a poor and slum environment in Brazil. His family only worked as a farm laborer on a coffee plantation.

Like other Brazilian boys, little Carlos grew up with all his love for football. Whenever and wherever he has time, he always plays football. Even so, Carlos had to help the family economy due to their poverty.

At the age of 12, he worked in a textile factory called Torsao Cardeiro.

The Biography of Ryan Giggs

Ryan Joseph Giggs, born on November 29, 1973, in Canton, Cardiff, Wales. Giggs was born to Danny Wilson and Lynne Giggs. He has a sister named Rodhri.

Giggs was actually born with the name Ryan Joseph Wilson, but based on the explanation of his parents, he changed his name to Ryan Joseph Giggs at the age of 16 years. Little Giggs grew up in Manchester after his mother separated from his father.

Since his childhood, Giggs has been known as a kid who fond of football. There is no wonder if he grew fond of football considering there is an athlete’s blood flowing from his father. His father used to be one of the most popular Rugby players of his time.

The Biography of Andres Iniesta

Andres Iniesta Lujan, born on May 11, 1984, in Fuentealbilla, an ancient village in Spain. He was born to Jose Antonia and Maria Lujan. Iniesta was born to an established family. He lives with all his needs fulfilled.

As it is known, his father is a reliable businessman. Previously, his father did live in various types of uncertainty. He was once a construction worker and even a waiter in a restaurant. But in the end, he became successful as a wine businessman.

[Analysis] How Shaqiri Becomes Coutinho’s Substitute in Liverpool

Philippe Coutinho has been recognized as the witch in the Premier League. His appearance in the Liverpool midfield is considered one of the best in the world today. With the strategy of heavy metal football applied by Jurgen Klopp, Coutinho is increasingly dangerous for the opponent’s defense. Moreover, like the other best players in the world, Coutinho moved to Barcelona. He left Liverpool in January 2018 to pursue his dreams in the world’s biggest club.