Pranav Kannan

Pranav Kannan

Pranav Kannan is a data scientist by day and a football enthusiast by night. His journey into the beautiful game was ignited by the mesmerizing play of Lionel Messi, whose unparalleled skill transformed him into a lifelong Barcelona fan. Writing about football has become a source of joy for Pranav, akin to the thrill of witnessing the unforgettable 6-1 comeback live. Through his work, he aims to connect with fellow fans, sharing a fresh perspective and celebrating the excitement of the game.

LISBON, PORTUGAL - MARCH 05: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on from the dugout prior to the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 first Leg match between SL Benfica and FC Barcelona at Estadio da Luz on March 05, 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal.
Three crucial talking points as Barcelona face Benfica in UCL
FC Barcelona are set to take on Benfica in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 second leg as they look to...
LISBON, PORTUGAL - MARCH 05: Evangelos Pavlidis of SL Benfica is challenged by Pau Cubarsi of FC Barcelona which results in Match Referee Felix Zwayer (not pictured) showing a red card to Pau Cubarsi of FC Barcelona during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 first Leg match between SL Benfica and FC Barcelona at Estadio da Luz on March 05, 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal.
Barcelona win over Benfica was a step in the right direction – Analysis
Red cards happen in football. Sometimes, they are the right decision. Sometimes, you just get hard done by. However, just like goals,...
LISBON, PORTUGAL - MARCH 05: Raphinha of FC Barcelona acknowledges the fans with teammates Jules Kounde, Frenkie de Jong and Lamine Yamal after the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 first Leg match between SL Benfica and FC Barcelona at Estadio da Luz on March 05, 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal.
Three key takeaways as Barcelona grind out 1-0 win over Benfica
It is not often that a 1-0 win for a club of the standard of FC Barcelona gets described as remarkable but...
SALVADOR, BRAZIL - NOVEMBER 19: Bruno Guimaraes of Brazil lines up prior to the South American FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier match between Brazil and Uruguay at Arena Fonte Nova on November 19, 2024 in Salvador, Brazil.
Barcelona believe now is the ‘right time’ to step up pursuit of 27-year-old Brazilian midfielder
FC Barcelona have one of the best young and talented squads in the world and look primed to dominate football for many...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 02: Marc Casado of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the La Liga EA match between FC Barcelona and Real Sociedad at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on March 02, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
21-year-old Barcelona midfielder on Manchester United wishlist as Red Devils plan major move
There seems to be some sort of strange connection between Manchester United and FC Barcelona midfielders. Transfer window after transfer window, the...
VITORIA-GASTEIZ, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 03: Vitor Roque of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Deportivo Alaves and FC Barcelona at Estadio de Mendizorroza on February 03, 2024 in Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain.
Where did it go wrong? Analyzing Vitor Roque’s failed Barcelona stint
When FC Barcelona announced the signing of Vitor Roque, it was widely assumed that they had secured the signature of Brazil’s biggest...