Ahmed Shooble

London

Senior Writer at VERSUS UK

“It’s either football or hospital rude boy” | Senior Writer @vsrsus | Formerly @TheAthleticFC | Views mine.

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Sky Sports Will Broadcast The Women’s Championship For The First Time Ever

2 weeks ago | versus.uk.com | Ahmed Shooble

Sky Sports will broadcast the title-deciding match in the Women’s Championship live – the first time a game from the second tier will be screened live on the platform. The game between London City Lionesses and Birmingham City Ladies will take place on Sunday, May 4 where the winning team will be promoted to the Women’s Super League. It will be the first time Sky Sports has ever broadcast a second-tier women’s game live on its channels.
The FA Is Banning Transgender Women From Women’s Football

2 weeks ago | versus.uk.com | Ahmed Shooble

The FA has announced transgender women will no longer be allowed to play women’s football at any level in England. This change will come into effect on June 1, following the UK Supreme Court’s ruling that the legal definition of a woman is based on biological sex. English football’s governing body initially updated its guidance in April, applying a stricter eligibility criteria for transgender women to continue playing in the women’s game. But this new ruling has taken that off the table.
Netflix Is Dropping a Vinícius Jr Documentary: ‘Baila, Viní’

4 weeks ago | versus.uk.com | Ahmed Shooble

Netflix has announced the release date for its highly anticipated Vinícius Jr documentary, ‘Baila, Viní’ — May 15th. The documentary — which name translates to ‘Dance, Viní’ — was first announced in November 2024, and promises an intimate look into the life and career of the Real Madrid superstar.
What Mohamed Salah’s Greatness Means to Muslim Football Fans

1 month ago | versus.uk.com | Ahmed Shooble

I’ve been watching football for as long as I can remember. It feels like I’ve witnessed and read about pretty much everything that could possibly happen in the game. And not once did I ever think I could relate to a Premier League GOAT on a spiritual level. I have Salah to thank for changing that. Last month was Ramadan, a time for reflection, self-improvement and strengthening spiritual bonds.
We Need to Protect African NWSL Players From the USA's Immigration Policies

1 month ago | versus.uk.com | Ahmed Shooble

African players in the NWSL shouldn’t pay the price for the Trump administration’s xenophobia. Zambia chose to remove four players from their latest women’s squad due to fears new immigration policy could make it harder for their US-based players to re-enter the country at the end of international break. In recent months, the US government has withdrawn visas from several foreign nationals, while increased border security has resulted in reports of tourists and legal migrants being detained.
London Will Host Ghana, Nigeria, Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago in the Unity Cup

1 month ago | versus.uk.com | Ahmed Shooble

Ghana, Nigeria, Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago will face off in a men’s football tournament in London in May 2025. The competition, known as the Unity Cup, has been confirmed by the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and is set to begin right after the domestic European season ends. The two Caribbean teams will compete in the first semi-final on May 27, while the two west African sides are scheduled to play the day after.
Gotham FC Have Banned The Fan Who Abused Barbra Banda

1 month ago | versus.uk.com | Ahmed Shooble

Gotham FC have banned and revoked season tickets from a fan who engaged in hateful language towards Barbra Banda. The incident took place when Gotham FC hosted Banda’s Orlando Pride at the Sports Illustrated Stadium in New Jersey in March 2025. When the incident was reported during the match, stadium security addressed the individual and continued to monitor the situation for the rest of the game, Gotham said in a statement.
Brighton Women are Exploring Pitches That Reduce the Risk of Injuries

1 month ago | versus.uk.com | Ahmed Shooble

Brighton women are exploring the possibility of installing “a different type of pitch” in their new stadium to reduce the risk of injuries. The club's chief executive, Paul Barber, says they're looking into the safety of various surfaces as part of plans for a purpose-built stadium for the women’s team. Barber believes pitches built for men’s football are a contributing factor to the long-term injuries female players suffer and has called for more research into this issue.
Tyrone Mings is Joining the Euro 2028 Board of Directors

1 month ago | versus.uk.com | Ahmed Shooble

Aston Villa centre-back Tyrone Mings is reportedly set to land a massive role on the board of directors for Euro 2028. The 32-year-old will combine playing Premier League football with helping to organise the tournament, which will take place in England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. In this role, Mings is set to become the most high-profile baller to hold this position while still playing.
PFA Launches First-Ever Study Into Neurodiversity

2 months ago | versus.uk.com | Ahmed Shooble

A new research study by the Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA) is investigating the prevalence of neurodiversity in current footballers in England. Neurodiversity is yet to be extensively researched in the professional game. The PFA’s study is the first of its kind in professional football and seeks to help establish a better understanding of neurodivergent experiences at the elite level.