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Tia Thorne

I’m a football writer fortunate enough to follow my beloved Arsenal home and away, as well as across Europe. Alongside my passion for the men’s game, I also freelance within the Women's Super League and closely follow the top two divisions of women’s football in England and help them produce written digital content for their website and now new app. I hold a First Class Honours degree in Football Business & Media from UCFB.

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Women’s World Cup 2027: Qualified Teams, Play-Off Battles and the Road to Brazil

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 10 Aug 2026

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UWCL Qualifiers Round-Up: 11 Teams Reach Third Round After Dramatic Week Across Europe

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 9 Aug 2026

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By Tia Thorne · Writer · 7 Aug 2026

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By Tia Thorne · Writer · 6 Aug 2026

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By Tia Thorne · Writer · 6 Aug 2026

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By Tia Thorne · Writer · 5 Aug 2026

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Who Is Eva Olid? Manchester United Women Appoint Former Hearts Boss As Head Coach

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 5 Aug 2026

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By Tia Thorne · Writer · 5 Aug 2026

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UEFA Women’s Champions League Qualifying: Key Fixtures And Teams To Watch

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 4 Aug 2026

Marc Skinner Leaves Manchester United Women By Mutual Consent After Five Years

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 3 Aug 2026

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Chelsea Sign Giulia Dragoni: Italy Wonderkid Joins From Barcelona On Four-Year Deal

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 1 Aug 2026

2026-27 Women’s FA Cup: Early Round Draws Confirmed As Road To Wembley Begins

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 31 Jul 2026

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By Tia Thorne · Writer · 30 Jul 2026

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Why England’s 1966 World Cup Winners Never Saw Themselves As Superstars

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 30 Jul 2026

Could England Boycott The 2030 World Cup? FIFA’s New Proposal Sparks Major Backlash

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 29 Jul 2026

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Police Seize £18.5m Of Fake Football Shirts In UK Counterfeit Crackdown

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 29 Jul 2026

Hannah Hampton Signs New Chelsea Contract Until 2028

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 28 Jul 2026

Chloe Kelly Opens Up On Arsenal Return And Fresh Start Ahead Of New Season

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 28 Jul 2026

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How One StriveAid Surprise Created A Football Memory That Will Last A Lifetime

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 27 Jul 2026

FIFA U-15 World Cup

Azerbaijan Steps Up Preparations To Host FIFA’s First U-15 World Cup

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 27 Jul 2026

How England vs Mexico Created One of the 2026 World Cup’s Most Heartwarming Stories

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 11 Jul 2026

Arsenal Sign Spain International Ona Batlle From Barcelona

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 10 Jul 2026

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Worthing Ready To Make National League History As Opening Fixtures Are Confirmed

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 10 Jul 2026

Real Madrid Legend Set For Emotional Return Under Jose Mourinho

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 10 Jul 2026

Why Everton’s Academy Restructure Could Define The Club’s Long-Term Future

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 10 Jul 2026

The Biggest Transfers You May Have Missed During The FIFA World Cup 2026

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 10 Jul 2026

Why Landon Donovan Thinks US Soccer Is Losing Future Stars

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 9 Jul 2026

UEFA Set To Oppose Russia’s Return Despite FIFA Suspension Review

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 9 Jul 2026

Gothia Cup

From Gothia Cup Dreams To Designing Its Future: Felicia Schroder And Monica Jusu Bah’s Full-Circle Journey

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 9 Jul 2026

Why England Fans Believe Football Could Finally Be Coming Home

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 9 Jul 2026

Real Madrid, Liverpool And PSG Battle For Wolfsburg Midfielder Ella Peddemors

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 8 Jul 2026

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How Unna Chantawongwiriya Is Paving The Way For Thai Women’s Football

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 8 Jul 2026

Real Madrid’s Long-Term Goalkeeper Plan After Thibaut Courtois Revealed

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 7 Jul 2026

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Why Durham’s Jade Pennock Signing Could Be One Of WSL 2’s Smartest Moves

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 7 Jul 2026

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How England’s World Cup Win Turned Classrooms Across the Country Into Football Stadiums

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 6 Jul 2026

Beyond Haaland and Odegaard: Four Norway Stars England Must Stop to Reach the World Cup Semi-Finals

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 6 Jul 2026

Why England’s Win Over Mexico Could Go Down as Their Greatest World Cup Victory Since 1966

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 6 Jul 2026

Jordan Henderson’s Toughest Tackle? An Advertising Board After England’s World Cup Win

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 6 Jul 2026

Kai Rooney and Jacey Carrick Sign Manchester United Scholarships as Famous Football Families Continue Their Journey

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 5 Jul 2026

Mexico Fans Set Off Fireworks Outside England Hotel Before World Cup Last-16 Clash

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 5 Jul 2026

Real Madrid Complete Denzel Dumfries Signing From Inter After €20m Deal

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 5 Jul 2026

Why Real Madrid Are Tracking Wolfsburg Defender Janou Levels

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 5 Jul 2026

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World Cup Superstitions: From Tuchel’s Lucky Trainers to Kane’s ‘Ghana Curse’

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 2 Jul 2026

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From Gothia Cup To Global Glory: The Football Icons Who Started Their Journey In Sweden

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 2 Jul 2026

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‘You Felt Part of It’: How StriveAid Turned One Family’s Football Day Into a Lasting Memory

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 2 Jul 2026

London City Lionesses Sign Germany International Nicole Anyomi on Four-Year Deal

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 2 Jul 2026

England Fans Face Logistical Nightmare Ahead of World Cup Clash With Mexico

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 1 Jul 2026

Why Austria vs Algeria’s World Cup Draw Sparked Match-Fixing Claims

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 1 Jul 2026

Manchester United Confirm Hannah Blundell Departure After Five Years

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 1 Jul 2026

How Norway’s Viking Row Became The Defining Fan Tradition Of World Cup 2026

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 1 Jul 2026

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Why The Kanga Cup Is One Of Youth Football’s Most Important Tournaments

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 30 Jun 2026

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Barcelona Femeni Close In On Ajax Wonderkid Renee van Asten

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 30 Jun 2026

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Why The Last Stand Is Keeping Street Football Alive Through Community

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 29 Jun 2026

Why Rico Lewis Believes Football Can Change More Than Results

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 29 Jun 2026

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Why Grassroots Clubs Like Steyning Town Are The Heart Of Football

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 29 Jun 2026

Jordan vs Argentina World Cup 2026: The Wonderkids Who Could Decide Group J’s Final Standings

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 27 Jun 2026

Algeria vs Austria World Cup 2026: The Wonderkids Who Could Decide Group J’s Final Standings

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 27 Jun 2026

England’s World Cup 2026 Route Explained: The Teams Standing Between The Three Lions And Glory

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 27 Jun 2026

Club vs Country: Why Football Fans Will Never Agree on the Ultimate Loyalty Debate

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 26 Jun 2026

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World Cup 2026 Sets New Attendance Record As Tournament Becomes Most-Watched In History

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 26 Jun 2026

DR Congo vs Uzbekistan World Cup 2026: The Wonderkids Who Could Define A Fascinating Group Stage Clash

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 26 Jun 2026

Panama vs England World Cup 2026: The Talented Young Players Ready To Shape Group L’s Final Standings

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 26 Jun 2026

Why Omar Marmoush Is Becoming One Of Striver’s Most Talked-About Players

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 25 Jun 2026

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Why StriveAid Is More Than A Charity Football Match

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 25 Jun 2026

Why Real Madrid Broke The Women’s Transfer Record For Teenage Goal Machine Felicia Schroder

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 25 Jun 2026

Senegal vs Iraq World Cup 2026

Senegal vs Iraq World Cup 2026: The Wonderkids Who Could Decide Group G’s Final Standings

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 24 Jun 2026

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Durham Women FC’s Future Is Secure: Why Club Stability Matters For The Growth Of Women’s Football

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 24 Jun 2026

Is The World Cup Ball Causing Goalkeeping Errors? What Young Keepers Can Learn From The Trionda Debate

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 23 Jun 2026

Alexia Putellas’ Next Move Could Shape The Future Of Women’s Football

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 23 Jun 2026

Curacao vs Ivory Coast World Cup 2026: The Young Stars Ready To Decide Group G

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 23 Jun 2026

Alex Iwobi Project 17

Football, Family And Community: What Made Project 17’s HomeGrown Event More Than A Tournament

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 22 Jun 2026

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‘There Was No Trouble’: England Fan Shares Dallas World Cup Experience

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 22 Jun 2026

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Alex Iwobi’s Project 17: Using Football To Change Lives Beyond The Pitch

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 22 Jun 2026

Ecuador vs Germany World Cup 2026

Ecuador vs Germany World Cup 2026: The Rising Stars Ready to Shape Group E

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 22 Jun 2026

Paraguay vs Australia World Cup 2026

Paraguay vs Australia World Cup 2026: The Talented Wonderkids Ready to Shape Group D

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 22 Jun 2026

England vs Ghana World Cup 2026

England vs Ghana World Cup 2026: The Young Stars Ready To Shine In Group L

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 20 Jun 2026

Scotland vs Brazil World Cup 2026

Scotland vs Brazil World Cup 2026: The Young Stars Who Could Steal The Show

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 20 Jun 2026

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Turkey’s World Cup Is Over, But The Next Chapter Is Already Beginning

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 20 Jun 2026

Why Are Football Fans Still Calling Players ‘Traitors’ For Changing Clubs?

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 20 Jun 2026

Portugal vs Uzbekistan World Cup 2026

Portugal vs Uzbekistan World Cup 2026: The Next Generation Ready To Shine

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 19 Jun 2026

Norway vs Senegal World Cup 2026

Norway vs Senegal World Cup 2026: The Rising Stars Ready To Shape Group I

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 19 Jun 2026

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Alex Iwobi’s P17 Cup Is Using Football To Make A Difference Beyond The Pitch

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 19 Jun 2026

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Why Do England Fans Feel Targeted At World Cup 2026?

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 19 Jun 2026

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Are England Fans Being Unfairly Stereotyped At World Cup 2026?

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 18 Jun 2026

New Zealand vs Egypt World Cup 2026: The Young Stars Ready To Make Their Mark

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 18 Jun 2026

England Learn 2027 Women’s World Cup Play-Off Path As Greece Await In First Round

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 18 Jun 2026

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By Tia Thorne · Writer · 17 Jun 2026

The World Cup Creates Something Club Football Never Can

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 17 Jun 2026

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“I Went Back To College Like A Normal Kid”: Levi Samuels Reflects On His Life-Changing StriveAid Experience

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 17 Jun 2026

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Netherlands vs Sweden World Cup 2026: Which Young Stars Could Shape The Future?

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 17 Jun 2026

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Mexico vs South Korea: The Young Stars Ready To Shine At World Cup 2026

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 16 Jun 2026

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England vs Croatia World Cup 2026: The Young Stars Ready To Shine On Football’s Biggest Stage

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 16 Jun 2026

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Thierry Henry’s Social Media Stand Still Matters Five Years Later

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 16 Jun 2026

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Ali Al-Hamadi: From Refugee Family To Iraq’s World Cup Dream

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 16 Jun 2026

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The Hidden Side Of Football: Why Dr Karli Richards Is Trying To Change How Players Think About Injuries

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 16 Jun 2026

Beth Mead Reveals Why Joining Manchester City Was a ‘No-Brainer’ After Arsenal Exit

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 15 Jun 2026

France vs Senegal World Cup 2026: Which Next-Generation Stars Could Own the Stage?

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 15 Jun 2026

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Belgium vs Egypt FIFA World Cup 2026: Can The Next Generation Step Out Of The Shadows?

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 13 Jun 2026

Netherlands vs Japan FIFA World Cup 2026

Netherlands vs Japan FIFA World Cup 2026: The Young Stars Ready to Shape Football’s Future

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 13 Jun 2026

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From Showcase Star to Roberto Carlos’ Replacement: The Levi Samuels Story

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 12 Jun 2026

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Beth Mead Joins Manchester City: A Transfer That Could Reshape the WSL

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 12 Jun 2026

Striver Fans Name the Young Stars Most Unlucky to Miss the 2026 FIFA World Cup

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 10 Jun 2026

Why Durham Women’s Survival Fight Matters for the Future of Women’s Football in the North East

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 10 Jun 2026

How the 2025-26 Season Changed Women’s European Football Forever

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 10 Jun 2026

Argentina’s World Cup Crossroads: Defending Glory While Building the Future

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 10 Jun 2026

Could Mexico’s Altitude Be the Biggest Home Advantage at the 2026 World Cup?

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 9 Jun 2026

From Wembley to the Back Garden: Dario Vidosic’s Message to Young Footballers

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 8 Jun 2026

Does Winning The World Cup Guarantee The Ballon d’Or? What History Really Says

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 8 Jun 2026

Unna Chantawongwiriya

Thailand’s Unna Chantawongwiriya Makes History With West Ham United U18 Move

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 8 Jun 2026

Are London City Lionesses the Blueprint for Women’s Football’s Future?

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 5 Jun 2026

England Can Qualify for the 2027 Women’s World Cup Against Spain

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 5 Jun 2026

Why June Is Grassroots Football’s Biggest Month

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 5 Jun 2026

“I’ve Had to Console a Nine-Year-Old”: What Plymouth Argyle Women Meant To Young Fans

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 4 Jun 2026

Argentina’s Next Generation: 3 Young Players Ready to Shine at the 2026 World Cup

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 4 Jun 2026

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From the Streets to the World Stage: How Young Players Develop in Argentina

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 3 Jun 2026

England’s 2026 World Cup Chances Revealed: What the Supercomputer Predicts

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 3 Jun 2026

More Than a Transfer: Why Katie McCabe’s Chelsea Move Hurts Arsenal Supporters

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 3 Jun 2026

What Football Means in Argentina: More Than a Game, It’s Part of the Nation

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 2 Jun 2026

Rodri Responds to Real Madrid Interest as Manchester City Contract Uncertainty Continues

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 2 Jun 2026

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Women’s Football in England Did Not Begin in 2022 – It Survived 50 Years of Erasure

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 23 May 2026

Southampton’s Play-Off Appeal Rejected as EFL Uphold Spying Scandal Punishment

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 21 May 2026

The WSL’s Real Breakthrough Is Not Revenue – It’s Control of Women’s Football

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 21 May 2026

Ajax Risk Missing European Football for First Time Since 1991 Amid Play-Off Chaos

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 20 May 2026

Raphinha Opens Up on ‘Younger Brother’ Bond With Lamine Yamal at Barcelona

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 20 May 2026

Freiburg vs Aston Villa Europa League Final Preview: Team News, Lineups and Prediction

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 19 May 2026

Newcastle United Attract US Investment Interest as PIF Explore Partial Sale

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 19 May 2026

Why Georgia Stanway Could Be Arsenal’s Most Important Signing of the Summer

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 18 May 2026

Arsenal Women Are Outdrawing Several Premier League Clubs at the Emirates

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 18 May 2026

FIFA Confirm Shakira, Madonna and BTS for 2026 World Cup Final Halftime Show

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 14 May 2026

Manchester United Increasingly Favour Michael Carrick for Permanent Manager Role

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 13 May 2026

Premier League Youth Awards: The Next Generation Takes Centre Stage in Landmark Season

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 13 May 2026

Arsenal Women Confirm All WSL Home Games Will Again Be Played at Emirates Stadium

By Tia Thorne · Writer · 12 May 2026