Favourite Football Team
Man Utd
Favourite Footballer
Eric Cantona
Favourite Football Ground
Old Trafford
Favourite Sporting Memory
1999 Champions League Final
Favourite Sports Movie
Seven Deadly Sins: My pursuit of Lance Armstrong
Fun Fact
I like my toast buttered on all four corners
Neil has been a journalist for longer than he'd care to remember, having written for national newspapers and respected publications for over 25 years. For the last three years he has worked freelance for BBC Sport, working on the production desk as a sub-editor and also as a writer, covering a whole range of sports.
Latest Articles by Neil Goulding
Boxing
Exclusive: Smith Ready to Bring the 'Thunder' in Title Fight with Ouizza
Unbeaten boxer Dalton Smith, nicknamed 'Thunder', is set to fight for the European super-lightweight title against Walid Ouizza. Smith aims to follow the traditional route to a world title by adding the EBU belt to his honours. With a growing list of victories, Smith is focused on a statement performance and potentially facing champion Alberto Puello. He is on a collision course with rising star Adam Azim but remains committed to his chosen path.
Neil Goulding
2025-01-21
Football
Exclusive: Mason Holgate Targets Promotion with West Brom Amid Expiring Everton Deal
Everton defender Mason Holgate is on loan at West Brom and aiming for a fairytale return to the Premier League. After injury setbacks and relegation woes, he dreams of helping West Brom secure promotion, eager to play regular football and relish the opportunity.
Neil Goulding
2025-01-18
Boxing
Exclusive: Moore Predicts Fury will Return for £500million Payday
UK trainer Jamie Moore predicts £500 million could lure Tyson Fury back to the ring despite retirement announcement. Fury teased huge payday for potential Anthony Joshua fight. Moore believes Saudi Arabia's boxing impact could make it happen.
Neil Goulding
2025-01-17
Football
Exclusive: Paul Parker Slams Manchester United's Lack of Quality and Urges January Reinforcements
Former Manchester United player Paul Parker is concerned about the lack of quality in the team hindering their Premier League success. He urges the club to strengthen in the transfer window to restore glory. Parker reflects on previous success under Sir Alex Ferguson and criticizes recent struggles with managers and leadership.
Neil Goulding
2025-01-15
Football
Exclusive: Spanish Striker Mateo Joseph Backing Leeds to Win Premier League Promotion
Spanish striker Mateo Joseph is determined to help Leeds United secure promotion to the Premier League. He praises coach Daniel Farke for improving the team's performance, expressing confidence in his ability to score more goals and become a fan favorite at Elland Road.
Neil Goulding
2025-01-15
Football
Exclusive: Emile Heskey Hails Salah as ‘Irreplaceable,’ and Calls for Urgent Liverpool Contract Talks
Liverpool legend Emile Heskey urges the club to secure new deals for top players including Mo Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Trent Alexander-Arnold. Heskey emphasizes the importance of retaining key players for future success. New boss Arne Slot has impressed, leading Liverpool to the top of the Premier League.
Neil Goulding
2025-01-15
Neil Goulding
Neil is a regular football contributor for the Daily Mirror, including a host of other mainstream publications including the Daily Mail, Daily Express, Daily Star and The Sun, as well as a string of Sunday titles such as The Sunday Mirror, Sunday Express, Star on Sunday and Mail on Sunday. He has also worked in PR throughout his career, whether that being as a press officer or for leading PR firms representing clients from various sporting backgrounds.