We kick off issue 4 by catching up with two imposing figures of the European game: in-demand Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly and Rangers manager Steven Gerrard. The Liverpool legend talks frankly with Graham Hunter about his transition into coaching, while the Senegalese international opens up on life in Naples, the art of defending in Italy and growing up in France. Weve also got interviews with Jrgen Klinsmann, Jrme Boateng, Paulo Dybala and Thomas Tuchel, and celebrate Paris Saint-Germains 50th birthday with a look back at a season that defined Frances powerhouse club.
As well as great writing, we showcase eye-catching photography from the Getty Images archive, filling the void left by the postponement of this seasons showpiece with classic fan images that capture the hope and, for some, glory that comes with attending a final. Weve also got more artwork than ever, from our first illustrated covers by Louise Cobbold and Dan Evans, to Osvaldo Casanovas take on Dejan Savievis brilliant goal in the 1994 final and Raj Dhunnas recreation of the coin toss that decided a 1965 European Cup tie between Liverpool and FC Kln.
Thats all given us a lift during a difficult time, but of course the pandemic has overshadowed everything weve been doing. As such, Simon Hart reflects on a period when for once, and rightly, football has taken a back seat. A pause for thought before it all starts up again in August.
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