Write for Football Paradise – A Call to the Romantics
At Football Paradise, we don’t just see the scoreline. We see the people huddled under floodlights on a rainy Tuesday, the hush in a stadium before a monumental free kick, the tears and laughter shared over decades of devotion. We believe football is art, history, politics, social commentary and identity all rolled into a single, unpredictable dance.
Why We Want Your Voice
We’ve spent years poring over match footage and waxing poetic on a single perfectly weighted pass—but we also know the true magic comes from those who live and breathe the game. Maybe that’s you. Maybe you’ve got a story tucked away—about how your grandfather’s local club tales shaped your childhood, or how a match you caught on holiday forever changed your perspective. We want those stories. We want your angles and insights, whether they’re about tactics, culture, politics, fandom, or the little moments that never make the highlight reel.
What We’re Looking For
- Depth Over Headlines: We love long-form editorials that linger on the nuances of the game—pieces that take time to unearth what’s truly special.
- A Wider Lens: Football might be at the core of your piece, but don’t shy away from discussing art, history, politics, culture, literature, social issues, local traditions or global implications, if they enrich your story.
- Humanity First: You don’t need to follow a big-name club or a mainstream league. If your story brims with passion and depth, we want to read it.
How to Pitch or Submit
Pitch First (Recommended): Send us a short outline at editor@footballparadise.com. Let us know what your topic is, why it matters now, and the angles you plan to explore. If it’s a fit, we’ll give you the green light or offer feedback.
Already Written? If inspiration struck and you have a full draft, skip the pitch. Email us a Google Doc link or file, and use “Article Submission – [Topic]” in your subject line.
Why Join Us?
For years, we’ve nurtured a home where the loudest cheers might come from the terraces, but the deepest echoes resonate in our hearts. We’re a community of dreamers, writers, and fans who see football as far more than a pastime. When you share your work here, you add your voice to a global tapestry of stories—some joyful, some bittersweet, all united by a love for the game that never truly leaves us. If you’ve ever felt your pulse quicken at a last-minute winner, or found yourself pondering how a local rivalry shapes an entire community, you already speak our language. At Football Paradise, we’re not just collecting articles; we’re capturing the heartbeat of football in all its messy, beautiful glory.
We can’t wait to see where you’ll take us next.