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Alex Waite

In July 2019 I left a long-term career in teaching to pursue my dream career as a sports writer. 

I have written match reports, live blogs, reaction pieces and opinion articles on some of the biggest sports events including the men's and women's World Cup and Euros, Champions League and Wimbledon. 

In 2024, I worked on the Daily Palace podcast as part of the Global Sports Podcast Network, and hosted weekly episodes related to Crystal Palace news and topics. 

Current and former clients include OneFootball, Flashscore, Reader's Digest and Sportsbeat.

For any enquiries, contact Alex at alexwaite@mail.com

Featured Articles

OneFootball •

What to look out for on Club World Cup 2025 day 4️⃣

The 2025 Club World Cup is in full swing and some big teams are in action on matchday four.Here's what to expect from today's action in the United States.Some of the Club World Cup's big hitters take to the stage on matchday four and Brazilian giants Fluminense take on Borussia Dortmund in the early kick-off.Another South American heavyweight features later in the day, with River Plate facing off against three-time AFC Champions League champions Urawa Red Diamonds.South Korean side Ulsan then pl...

Salah wondergoal helps Liverpool battle back against Brighton | Flashscore.com

Darwin Núñez was one of the eight players rested for Liverpool’s 3-2 EFL Cup triumph at Brighton in midweek, and the forward almost announced his return to the starting XI with an early strike at Anfield.The Uruguayan shrugged off Jack Hinshelwood with ease, cut past Joël Veltman and curled towards the top corner, but was thwarted by Bart Verbruggen’s save.Despite losing to Liverpool on Wednesday, Brighton displayed plenty of confidence, and Ferdi Kadıoğlu extended the Seagulls' scoring streak t...
World Soccer Talk •

Why Premier League clubs clamor for Newcastle's Eddie Howe

Eddie Howe is one of the most in-demand coaches in England. The Newcastle United manager has been linked with several high-profile jobs. The former Bournemouth boss is reportedly a target for Manchester United and Tottenham as well as previously for the England job until Thomas Tuchel got it.


Howe’s popularity may seem surprising. Currently, his only career honor is a Championship title with Bournemouth in 2015. Why then is the 46-year-old near the top of the shortlist for several big clubs?...
SCREENSHOT Media •

Gen Z football fans priced out of the Premier League by sky-high ticket costs

Football fans are up in arms about the skyrocketing prices of Premier League tickets, and young fans are among the hardest hit. 








Watching live football is a cornerstone of English culture, with millions dedicating their life to supporting a single team. For young fans, attending matches can ignite a lifelong passion for the game. Whether you’re already a die-hard supporter or just discovering football, going to matches can stren...
World Soccer Talk •

Slot prepares for youthful exuberance in first Liverpool campaign

Change is afoot at Liverpool FC this season. The curtain drew to a close on Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool last season and Arne Slot has been tasked with guiding the Reds into a new era. Slot’s reign will begin this Saturday as the Reds take on English Premier League new boys, Ipswich Town.


But Ipswich might not be the only Premier League newbies on the pitch at Portman Road. If pre-season tactics, formations and a lack of transfer activity are a guide, we could see more youth among Liverpool start...
The Real EFL •

3 Reasons Why Bromley Can Avoid League Two Relegation - Opinion

Bromley takes a momentous step this Saturday in League Two. The Ravens will make the long trip North for their first-ever English Football League fixture against Harrogate Town.
It’s been a long time in the making for the club from South East London. In their 132-year history, Bromley has always been a non-league side. Just two decades ago, the Ravens were preparing for the 2004/05 season in the Isthmian League Division One.
But Andy Woodman’s side broke into the EFL at the end of last season. T...
Goalkeeper.com •

Krisztián Hegyi Exclusive: Thriving Under Pressure

The pressure on youngster Krisztián Hegyi, on loan at Stevenage from West Ham, to perform in his first season in senior football is something that he's thriving on.

A goalkeeper’s senior debut can be daunting - one where the nerves often get the better of even the most prepared professionals.

But some flourish under that same pressure.

Krisztián Hegyi was handed his first senior start for Stevenage in August 2023 after joining on loan from West Ham. Thrust into first-team action by Steve Evan
Football News, Views & Transfer Rumours | Football •

Will an English player win the Ballon d'Or in 2024?

Will an English player win the Ballon d'Or in 2024? Several English players plying their trade across Europe are at the top of their game and in contention to win football’s prestigious award.

Only four Englishmen have won the Ballon d'Or since 1956. Michael Owen was the most recent to claim the award in 2001, joining former greats Kevin Keegan, Bobby Charlton and Sir Stanley Matthews.

Check out the latest odds and predictions for the leading English candidates for the 2024 Ballon d'Or.

Will
tennis-infinity.com •

Tennis Doping: 4 High Profile Cases That Stunned the Sport

Tennis doping has once again entered professional and public discussion following a week of controversy surrounding WTA player Simona Halep.

After 12 months of provisional suspension, Halep was given a four-year ban from tennis for anti-doping charges. The Romanian tested positive for the banned substance, roxadustat at the 2022 US Open.

Halep's ban was enforced by the International International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA). This is an independent organisation that oversees all cases of ten

Jamie Young: Brisbane, Berkshire, Brendan, And Back

A life in goalkeeping that took one man to the other side of the world and back…

Like many young Australians, Jamie Young loved playing sports. After being raised in a strict Brisbane household by a Scottish father and a Sri Lankan mother, Young had firm boundaries from a young age. There were no house parties and excessive socialising was off the cards. But this firm grounding, along with a love of football, gave Young the focus, determination and diligence to pursue a professional football ca
The Cult of Calcio •

Serie A Transfer Market Stories: Trailblazing Trevor Francis at Samp

Before Trevor Francis and Sampdoria linked up in 1982, very few English players had broken into Serie A football. Francis’ move to the Italian top flight marked an unusual occurrence in European football. But, the Englishman was known for breaking new ground throughout his career.

During the 1970s, Francis broke through the ranks at Birmingham City and went on to win the European Cup at Nottingham Forest twice under Brian Clough. Francis also rose to fame when he became the first £1 million Eng
Football Paradise •

In Search For The Industry, We Lost The Product

Live football has given me some of my most cherished experiences.

I remember my first-ever football match in 1999 – Crystal Palace vs Grimsby on a chilly autumn afternoon at Selhurst Park. Aged eight, I only knew some of the Palace players at the time and, honestly, I don’t even remember the score. What I remember more strikingly is being in absolute awe of my surroundings. As my dad and I climbed the concrete steps to our seats midway up the Main Stand, one of my first observations was one of

Why Are There So Few Female Goalkeeper Coaches?

Over 95% of teams in the top four tiers of English football and the top two in Wales and Scotland last season had male goalkeeper coaches coaching female players.

Jim Hepworth, goalkeeper coach at London Bees and the Women’s Army team looked into the topic as part of his MSc Sports Performance dissertation at Stirling University.

He found that over 95% of teams in the top four tiers of English football and the top two in Wales and Scotland last season had male goalkeeper coaches coaching femal

How Do Different Sports Help Goalkeepers Develop?

Some of the world’s best goalkeepers have benefitted from playing multiple sports to a high standard.

From world-renown names to regional heroes, goalkeepers past and present have drawn on a plethora of different sports to improve their performance, and often excelled in them before or after life in professional football.

The only goalkeeper to win the Ballon d’Or, former Soviet Union player Lev Yashin played bandy and ice hockey for his country. Former Chelsea and Czech Republic goalkeeper Pe
The Cult of Calcio •

Serie A Transfer Market Stories: Zico's Sensational Move to Udinese

In the late 1970s and early 80s, Zico was a global sensation and his move to Udinese in 1983 sparked bewilderment across the globe.

The small Brazilian was a renowned set piece taker, creator, and visionary, often operating in the number 10 role. Referred to as the “White Pele”, Zico made over 200 appearances for Brazilian side Flamengo before moving to Udine. Also, he played at two World Cups and won South American footballer of the year in 1977, 1981, and 1982.

Zico had the world at his feet

Women's boxing in the UK: A brief history - Reader's Digest

Women’s boxing in the UK can be traced back to London in the early 18th century. Informal, bare-knuckle fights often took place on the streets of London in the 1700s and all-female contests were also documented.

The first-ever record of a female boxer was Londoner Elizabeth Wilkinson Stokes, known at the time as the “European Championess” of boxing.

Despite women’s involvement in the sport throughout its history, barriers were eventually created to prevent participation in modern times.

"Info

Coaching, Cage Football And Casual Practice: Exploring Routes Into Goalkeeping

Many urban footballers in the UK develop their technical skills whilst playing casual matches in the local cages and small-sided pitches. Does this hamper goalkeeper development?

These tight spaces, within the high rises and traffic, provide essential footballing areas for players who may not have opportunities to practice elsewhere.

The importance of cage football and casual games in developing the technical skills of outfield players has been well documented in recent years. Some current Pre
The Sporting Blog •

Re-living Canada's 1986 World Cup Campaign —

Reflect on Canada’s World Cup Campaign in 1986 Canada qualified for their only ever football World Cup finals in 1986. Despite initial success and jubilation, the team experienced challenging preparations. The decline of US soccer before the 1986 World Cup in Mexico gave the Canucks a near impossible task to be competitive in the competition. Then, Tony Waiters’ side faced one of the toughest draws in the group stage to further their against-all-odds chances of success.

However, the experience
FanSided •

A new era for stadium food and sustainability

Sports teams are reducing their carbon footprint in the name of sustainability. Changing the food they serve in stadiums is a big piece of the puzzle.

Internationally, millions of sports fans travel to stadiums each year. This season, as the world tries to wrestle back some normality following the Covid-19 pandemic, the numbers of soccer supporters heading to live matches are booming as record-high numbers attended in person.

While there are huge benefits for the entire soccer world when fans
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Featured Articles

OneFootball •

What to look out for on Club World Cup 2025 day 4️⃣

The 2025 Club World Cup is in full swing and some big teams are in action on matchday four.Here's what to expect from today's action in the United States.Some of the Club World Cup's big hitters take to the stage on matchday four and Brazilian giants Fluminense take on Borussia Dortmund in the early kick-off.Another South American heavyweight features later in the day, with River Plate facing off against three-time AFC Champions League champions Urawa Red Diamonds.South Korean side Ulsan then pl...

Salah wondergoal helps Liverpool battle back against Brighton | Flashscore.com

Darwin Núñez was one of the eight players rested for Liverpool’s 3-2 EFL Cup triumph at Brighton in midweek, and the forward almost announced his return to the starting XI with an early strike at Anfield.The Uruguayan shrugged off Jack Hinshelwood with ease, cut past Joël Veltman and curled towards the top corner, but was thwarted by Bart Verbruggen’s save.Despite losing to Liverpool on Wednesday, Brighton displayed plenty of confidence, and Ferdi Kadıoğlu extended the Seagulls' scoring streak t...
World Soccer Talk •

Why Premier League clubs clamor for Newcastle's Eddie Howe

Eddie Howe is one of the most in-demand coaches in England. The Newcastle United manager has been linked with several high-profile jobs. The former Bournemouth boss is reportedly a target for Manchester United and Tottenham as well as previously for the England job until Thomas Tuchel got it.


Howe’s popularity may seem surprising. Currently, his only career honor is a Championship title with Bournemouth in 2015. Why then is the 46-year-old near the top of the shortlist for several big clubs?...
SCREENSHOT Media •

Gen Z football fans priced out of the Premier League by sky-high ticket costs

Football fans are up in arms about the skyrocketing prices of Premier League tickets, and young fans are among the hardest hit. 








Watching live football is a cornerstone of English culture, with millions dedicating their life to supporting a single team. For young fans, attending matches can ignite a lifelong passion for the game. Whether you’re already a die-hard supporter or just discovering football, going to matches can stren...
World Soccer Talk •

Slot prepares for youthful exuberance in first Liverpool campaign

Change is afoot at Liverpool FC this season. The curtain drew to a close on Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool last season and Arne Slot has been tasked with guiding the Reds into a new era. Slot’s reign will begin this Saturday as the Reds take on English Premier League new boys, Ipswich Town.


But Ipswich might not be the only Premier League newbies on the pitch at Portman Road. If pre-season tactics, formations and a lack of transfer activity are a guide, we could see more youth among Liverpool start...
The Real EFL •

3 Reasons Why Bromley Can Avoid League Two Relegation - Opinion

Bromley takes a momentous step this Saturday in League Two. The Ravens will make the long trip North for their first-ever English Football League fixture against Harrogate Town.
It’s been a long time in the making for the club from South East London. In their 132-year history, Bromley has always been a non-league side. Just two decades ago, the Ravens were preparing for the 2004/05 season in the Isthmian League Division One.
But Andy Woodman’s side broke into the EFL at the end of last season. T...
Goalkeeper.com •

Krisztián Hegyi Exclusive: Thriving Under Pressure

The pressure on youngster Krisztián Hegyi, on loan at Stevenage from West Ham, to perform in his first season in senior football is something that he's thriving on.

A goalkeeper’s senior debut can be daunting - one where the nerves often get the better of even the most prepared professionals.

But some flourish under that same pressure.

Krisztián Hegyi was handed his first senior start for Stevenage in August 2023 after joining on loan from West Ham. Thrust into first-team action by Steve Evan
Football News, Views & Transfer Rumours | Football •

Will an English player win the Ballon d'Or in 2024?

Will an English player win the Ballon d'Or in 2024? Several English players plying their trade across Europe are at the top of their game and in contention to win football’s prestigious award.

Only four Englishmen have won the Ballon d'Or since 1956. Michael Owen was the most recent to claim the award in 2001, joining former greats Kevin Keegan, Bobby Charlton and Sir Stanley Matthews.

Check out the latest odds and predictions for the leading English candidates for the 2024 Ballon d'Or.

Will
tennis-infinity.com •

Tennis Doping: 4 High Profile Cases That Stunned the Sport

Tennis doping has once again entered professional and public discussion following a week of controversy surrounding WTA player Simona Halep.

After 12 months of provisional suspension, Halep was given a four-year ban from tennis for anti-doping charges. The Romanian tested positive for the banned substance, roxadustat at the 2022 US Open.

Halep's ban was enforced by the International International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA). This is an independent organisation that oversees all cases of ten

Jamie Young: Brisbane, Berkshire, Brendan, And Back

A life in goalkeeping that took one man to the other side of the world and back…

Like many young Australians, Jamie Young loved playing sports. After being raised in a strict Brisbane household by a Scottish father and a Sri Lankan mother, Young had firm boundaries from a young age. There were no house parties and excessive socialising was off the cards. But this firm grounding, along with a love of football, gave Young the focus, determination and diligence to pursue a professional football ca
The Cult of Calcio •

Serie A Transfer Market Stories: Trailblazing Trevor Francis at Samp

Before Trevor Francis and Sampdoria linked up in 1982, very few English players had broken into Serie A football. Francis’ move to the Italian top flight marked an unusual occurrence in European football. But, the Englishman was known for breaking new ground throughout his career.

During the 1970s, Francis broke through the ranks at Birmingham City and went on to win the European Cup at Nottingham Forest twice under Brian Clough. Francis also rose to fame when he became the first £1 million Eng
Football Paradise •

In Search For The Industry, We Lost The Product

Live football has given me some of my most cherished experiences.

I remember my first-ever football match in 1999 – Crystal Palace vs Grimsby on a chilly autumn afternoon at Selhurst Park. Aged eight, I only knew some of the Palace players at the time and, honestly, I don’t even remember the score. What I remember more strikingly is being in absolute awe of my surroundings. As my dad and I climbed the concrete steps to our seats midway up the Main Stand, one of my first observations was one of

Why Are There So Few Female Goalkeeper Coaches?

Over 95% of teams in the top four tiers of English football and the top two in Wales and Scotland last season had male goalkeeper coaches coaching female players.

Jim Hepworth, goalkeeper coach at London Bees and the Women’s Army team looked into the topic as part of his MSc Sports Performance dissertation at Stirling University.

He found that over 95% of teams in the top four tiers of English football and the top two in Wales and Scotland last season had male goalkeeper coaches coaching femal

How Do Different Sports Help Goalkeepers Develop?

Some of the world’s best goalkeepers have benefitted from playing multiple sports to a high standard.

From world-renown names to regional heroes, goalkeepers past and present have drawn on a plethora of different sports to improve their performance, and often excelled in them before or after life in professional football.

The only goalkeeper to win the Ballon d’Or, former Soviet Union player Lev Yashin played bandy and ice hockey for his country. Former Chelsea and Czech Republic goalkeeper Pe
The Cult of Calcio •

Serie A Transfer Market Stories: Zico's Sensational Move to Udinese

In the late 1970s and early 80s, Zico was a global sensation and his move to Udinese in 1983 sparked bewilderment across the globe.

The small Brazilian was a renowned set piece taker, creator, and visionary, often operating in the number 10 role. Referred to as the “White Pele”, Zico made over 200 appearances for Brazilian side Flamengo before moving to Udine. Also, he played at two World Cups and won South American footballer of the year in 1977, 1981, and 1982.

Zico had the world at his feet

Women's boxing in the UK: A brief history - Reader's Digest

Women’s boxing in the UK can be traced back to London in the early 18th century. Informal, bare-knuckle fights often took place on the streets of London in the 1700s and all-female contests were also documented.

The first-ever record of a female boxer was Londoner Elizabeth Wilkinson Stokes, known at the time as the “European Championess” of boxing.

Despite women’s involvement in the sport throughout its history, barriers were eventually created to prevent participation in modern times.

"Info

Coaching, Cage Football And Casual Practice: Exploring Routes Into Goalkeeping

Many urban footballers in the UK develop their technical skills whilst playing casual matches in the local cages and small-sided pitches. Does this hamper goalkeeper development?

These tight spaces, within the high rises and traffic, provide essential footballing areas for players who may not have opportunities to practice elsewhere.

The importance of cage football and casual games in developing the technical skills of outfield players has been well documented in recent years. Some current Pre
The Sporting Blog •

Re-living Canada's 1986 World Cup Campaign —

Reflect on Canada’s World Cup Campaign in 1986 Canada qualified for their only ever football World Cup finals in 1986. Despite initial success and jubilation, the team experienced challenging preparations. The decline of US soccer before the 1986 World Cup in Mexico gave the Canucks a near impossible task to be competitive in the competition. Then, Tony Waiters’ side faced one of the toughest draws in the group stage to further their against-all-odds chances of success.

However, the experience
FanSided •

A new era for stadium food and sustainability

Sports teams are reducing their carbon footprint in the name of sustainability. Changing the food they serve in stadiums is a big piece of the puzzle.

Internationally, millions of sports fans travel to stadiums each year. This season, as the world tries to wrestle back some normality following the Covid-19 pandemic, the numbers of soccer supporters heading to live matches are booming as record-high numbers attended in person.

While there are huge benefits for the entire soccer world when fans
The Online Rule •

When Eagles Dare: Crystal Palace’s ‘legacy piece’

Every football club has a story to tell. Whether it’s the constant quest for greatness behind the scenes at Pep Guardiola’s Man City, or a painful downward spiral of AFC Sunderland and its impact on the city, the ins and outs of football clubs make for great entertainment.

Many football club stories have been told through the sports docuseries medium in recent seasons. Unprecedented access for camera crews has allowed access to players, coaches, backroom staff and owners from pre-season to the
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