Brazil's flick-of-a-switch style under Carlo Ancelotti worked against Haiti, Scotland and Japan, but Haaland and Norway exposed their defensive flaws. For @worldfootball.bsky.social worldfootballindex.com/2026/07/braz...

Brazil World Cup review: old problems return as questions about the future begin to be asked By @louissmith22.bsky.social worldfootballindex.com/2026/07/braz...

My story of how football led me to the other side of the world and made me fall in love with Paraguay. 🇵🇾⚽ @worldfootball.bsky.social worldfootballindex.com/2026/06/how-...

My story of how football led me to the other side of the world and made me fall in love with Paraguay. 🇵🇾⚽ @worldfootball.bsky.social worldfootballindex.com/2026/06/how-...

A reflection on my World Cup memories and why the tournament means so much more than just four weeks of football. It's about memories, friendships, travel, community and conversations that last a lifetime. For @worldfootball.bsky.social worldfootballindex.com/2026/06/grow...

My World Cup special for the GBE Expert Hub, I preview each CONMEBOL side, covering the mood in the country/local media, the make-or-break player, a potential breakout star and a prediction. www.gbeexperthub.com/p/the-gbe-ex...

Growing up every four years: The World Cup isn't just a tournament; it's the timeline for a lifetime of football. ✍️ @louissmith22.bsky.social worldfootballindex.com/2026/06/grow...

Jhon Arias scored a brace last night as Colombia beat Jordan 2-0 in their final World Cup warm-up. I spoke to Arias for @worldfootball.bsky.social last month about Colombia’s World Cup hopes, his journey and more. worldfootballindex.com/2026/05/excl...

Copa Libertadores 2026 Last 16 Draw: The Road To Montevideo Is Set worldfootballindex.com/2026/06/copa...

The Copa Libertadores Group Stage reaches its conclusion this week. Here’s all you need to know ahead of the final round of fixtures. For @worldfootball.bsky.social 👇 worldfootballindex.com/2026/05/copa...

Like the Copa Libertadores, the final group matches of the Copa Sudamericana will also take place this week. I have put together all you need to know ahead of the final matchweek. A lot of effort went into trying to work out what could happen in Group G. worldfootballindex.com/2026/05/copa...

A scout report of Venezuela’s rising goalkeeper, Frankarlos Benítez, by @louissmith22.bsky.social worldfootballindex.com/2026/05/fran...

When Carlo Ancelotti named his 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, one of the first questions many had was: where is João Pedro? 🇧🇷 So, I decided to look into the possible tactical reasons why he was left out. For @worldfootball.bsky.social. worldfootballindex.com/2026/05/braz...

When Carlo Ancelotti named his 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, one of the first questions many had was: where is João Pedro? 🇧🇷 So, I decided to look into the possible tactical reasons why he was left out. For @WorldFootballi worldfootballindex.com/2026/05/braz...

🚨Exclusive: In my latest interview for @worldfootball.bsky.social , I caught up with Palmeiras' Colombian international Jhon Arias, who spoke about his early career, unique route through youth football, lifting the Libertadores, and much more. worldfootballindex.com/2026/05/excl...

Exclusive Jhon Arias interview: The journey from Quibdó to the world stage. By @louissmith22.bsky.social worldfootballindex.com/2026/05/excl...

I am pleased to announce that I have passed my PFSA Level 2 Talent Identification course, as well as officially registering as a scout. It’s something I had been wanting to do for a while, so I’m happy to have finally done it.

From Valley Parade, as Bolton book their place in the League One play-off final with a victory over Bradford. For @worldfootball.bsky.social worldfootballindex.com/2026/05/bolt...

Last year, I created my own site (Brasileirão Breakdown), and despite not really having the time to work on it this year, it’s still continuing to generate visitors even during its downtime. Today, it’s back as I preview Coritiba vs Internacional. brasileiraobreakdown.com/2026/05/09/b...

Copa Libertadores 2026: Group stage review at the halfway point, by @louissmith22.bsky.social worldfootballindex.com/2026/05/copa...

We're halfway through the group stages of the Copa Libertadores, so here's a group-by-group review of what's gone on. For @worldfootball.bsky.social worldfootballindex.com/2026/05/copa...

Brazil impress with perfect FIFA Series campaign ahead of 2027 World Cup, by @louissmith22.bsky.social worldfootballindex.com/2026/04/braz...

South America’s premier competition returns tonight as the 2026 Copa Libertadores group stage gets underway. In my latest piece for @worldfootball.bsky.social, I take a deep dive into the favourites, the outsiders and the ones to watch. worldfootballindex.com/2026/04/the-...

The road to Montevideo, 2026 Copa Libertadores group stage preview, by @louissmith22.bsky.social worldfootballindex.com/2026/04/the-...

Arthur Elias named his Brazil Squad for next month's FIFA Series 2026, making 15 changes to his previous side. They play three matches in Cuiabá as they continue preparations for a home World Cup in 2027. worldfootballindex.com/2026/03/arth... For @worldfootball.bsky.social. #SeleçãoFeminina

Arthur Elias names his squad for 2026 FIFA Series as Brazil continue World Cup preparations. ✍️ @louissmith22.bsky.social worldfootballindex.com/2026/03/arth...

Conmebol internationals preview: all South American teams in action as Bolivia chase World Cup qualification. ✍️ @louissmith22.bsky.social worldfootballindex.com/2026/03/conm...

Five talking points from this weekend's action in the Brasileirao. For Striver www.striver.football/tite-sacked-...

The Brasileirao returned to action following State Championship drama. Jardim faced his former club, Vasco beat Palmeiras for the first time since 2015, and Sao Paulo went top. Check out my full round-up of round five for Striver. www.striver.football/winning-star...

🧵 Today marks #InternationalWomensDay, so it gives me a great excuse to share some of the women’s football stories and interviews I’ve had the privilege of working on for @worldfootball.bsky.social over the past couple of years.

Today marks #InternationalWomensDay, so I decided to take a deep dive into the growth of women’s football in South America. A really interesting piece to work on. For @worldfootball.bsky.social. worldfootballindex.com/2026/03/wome... #IWD2026

Women's football on the rise in South America ahead of 2027 Brazil World Cup. ✍️ @louissmith22.bsky.social worldfootballindex.com/2026/03/wome...

🚨Episode 475 is out and available NOW! @jpuccello.bsky.social and @robertorojas97.bsky.social thank all our listeners for their continued support! Trivia 4:50 Opening Thoughts/#WorldCup2026 5:50 #ChampionsLeague 22:40 Match of the Week/Trivia 38:40 open.spotify.com/episode/60Js...

Leonardo Jardim faces a tricky start to his Flamengo tenure... A Rio derby final against Fluminense awaits the Portuguese coach. I take a look at the challenge ahead as Flamengo enter a new era. www.striver.football/leonardo-jar...

The call to sack Filipe Luis was clearly made before their win last night. But Why? I try to make sense of why Flamengo chose to sack Luis despite winning the Brasileirao and South America's top prize just over three months ago.

Brazil's build-up to a World Cup on home soil begins with tests against Costa Rica, Venezuela, and Mexico. ✍️ @louissmith22.bsky.social worldfootballindex.com/2026/02/braz...

Brazil begin their 2026 campaign this week as they prepare for a World Cup on home soil. www.striver.football/brazil-begin...

Copa Libertadores winners Flamengo meet Copa Sudamericana winners Lanus in a good old two-legged cup final. @worldfootball.bsky.social worldfootballindex.com/2026/02/reco...

Check out my preview for today's Brasileirao clash between Athletico Paranaense and Corinthians. www.striver.football/brasileirao-...

Recopa Sudamericana preview: Lanús face Flamengo in the battle of continental champions. ✍️ @louissmith22.bsky.social worldfootballindex.com/2026/02/reco...

History made for Juventud and 2 de Mayo in the Copa Libertadores. Here’s my round-up of Stage One of the qualifiers. worldfootballindex.com/2026/02/copa...

Copa Libertadores 2026 roundup: Delight for debutants as newcomers make history. By @louissmith22.bsky.social worldfootballindex.com/2026/02/copa...

Another action-packed week in the Brasileirao with six-goal thrillers, late drama and a managerial sacking. Check out my Round Three round-up for @joinstriver. #Brasileirao2026 www.striver.football/six-goal-thi...

Why Florian Wirtz was Liverpool’s creative heart long before the goals arrived www.striver.football/why-florian-...

My round-up of the first legs from last week's stage one Copa Libertadores qualifers with a look towards this week's action. For @worldfootball.bsky.social worldfootballindex.com/2026/02/all-...

Last week, Steven Gerrard said about Hugo Ekitike, "He reminds me of Fernando Torres every time I watch him." So I took a deep dive into Ekitike and Torres at Liverpool to see how real the comparison actually is. www.striver.football/the-evidence...

All still to play for as Copa Libertadores stage one qualifiers enter second legs worldfootballindex.com/2026/02/all-...

Vinícius Eutrópio: from coaching World Cup hosts to promotions and great escapes. An interview for WFi, by @louissmith22.bsky.social worldfootballindex.com/2026/02/vini...

Check out my latest interview for @worldfootball.bsky.social with Brazilian Manager Vinícius Eutrópio who spoke about his role as Assistant Manager with South Africa at the 2010 World Cup, his coaching career and his current role in Bahrain. worldfootballindex.com/2026/02/vini...

Grêmio come out on top in a thriller, Palmeiras Thrash Vitória & Flamengo Frustrated By Inter. Check out my review of week two in the Brasileirão. www.striver.football/eight-goal-t...