Matthew Smith

Contributing Writer

Graduating from the University of Lincoln in 2008, majoring in Journalism, minoring in Politics, Matthew Smith writes passionately about his two loves: the world of sport and the world of music. Come and enjoy his musings from the touchline at Old Trafford to the fields of Glastonbury.

Latest Articles

Contador's Ban May Give Schleck His Seldom Tour Victory
Alberto Contador has been retro-actively banned for his positive drugs test, but his arch-rival Andy Schleck must not take this opportunity for granted.
Feb 8, 2012 - Matthew Smith
Scholes and Henry Make A Window For Comebacks
While millions of pounds are spent every Premiership transfer window, two of the league's biggest clubs may prove that a big cheque book isn't always needed
Jan 11, 2012 - Matthew Smith
EURO 2012: Capello's Belief In Group D Success
The draw for Euro 2012 brought hope for England manager Fabio Capello, who believes that the quarter finals should be the minimum requirement next summer.
Dec 5, 2011 - Matthew Smith
Ed Miliband: Labour's Leader for Transition
Ed Miliband became leader of the opposition after Gordon Brown's election defeat, but his party still look far from moving into the hot seat of Government.
Nov 20, 2011 - Matthew Smith
White Christmas? Not a Chance after the Tan-Tastic October
We were bombarded with a white Christmas in 2010, but experts say the chances are small for 2011 after the recent Indian summer.
Nov 14, 2011 - Matthew Smith
Does Christmas Come Too Early?
As the adverts hit TV screens and shop fronts are decorated with tinsel, retailers' attempts to beat the recession have begun. But is this what we want?
Nov 14, 2011 - Matthew Smith
BBC Sports Personality: Is Mark Cavendish the Favourite?
Mark Cavendish has won almost everything there is to win in professional cycling, but when will the recognition of the British public reward his success?
Oct 29, 2011 - Matthew Smith
Ash Rock the Ritz in Manchester
Irish rockers Ash return to tour their number one album "Free All Angels," ten years after the making, with a little help from an old friend.
Oct 24, 2011 - Matthew Smith
Ash announce UK Tour and 'Best of...' Album
Irish rockers announce UK tour, 'Best of' album and the return of an old friend this autumn.
Aug 19, 2011 - Matthew Smith
Tour of Spain 2011: La Vuelta Preview
After one of the greatest Tours in years this July, excitement is still fresh some four weeks later as the cycling circus travels to Spain.
Aug 19, 2011 - Matthew Smith