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Who are we?
Founded in 2014, Football Whispers is a leading online sports website that covers thousands of match previews every year and provides expert football betting insight.
Football Whispers’ mission
With decades of experience between our team of dedicated football writers, we aim to give readers the best chance possible of profiting from their football wagers, while providing unique stats and trends not seen anywhere else online.
We also intend to give readers the full picture of all the welcome offers available for football betting so that they can make the best choice for them.
Our team of experts is dedicated to providing the most accurate information possible, breaking down the complexities of the beautiful game in the modern era, while also learning from its rich history.
Through the power of written and visual media, our goal is to accompany readers through their betting journey, whether they are new to football wagering or simply looking for something unique.
Our people
Editors
Barney Corkhill, Editor-In-Chief
With 17 years in the industry, Barney joined Football Whispers as Editor-in-chief to add to a portfolio that includes more than six years as the Editor of Sports Mole. A journalism graduate from the University of Sheffield, Barney firmly believes that there is no such thing as a bad sport, although football stands clear as his number one.
Vladimir Kovacevic, SEO Specialist and Football Sub-Editor
After several years of playing basketball and aspiring to become professional, Vladimir turned to sports writing, branching out into a diverse range of sports over the following years. As well as football and basketball, he is also a tennis writer.
Betting tips writers
Ash Munson, Betting Insights Specialist
Ipswich fan Ash is an experienced sports writer who has an extensive background in data analytics. He maintains our evergreen betting pages, bringing you the hottest tips of tomorrow today, along with his extensive knowledge of the best betting sites on the market.
Adam Clancy, Lead Editorial Features Writer & Betting Tips Writer
A fan of both Arsenal and Wealdstone, Adam joined Football Whispers in September 2023. Adam also follows darts, boxing, cricket and tennis, among many other sports.
Andy Delaney, Editorial Features Writer & Betting Tips Writer
Andy is a freelance Sports Journalist with ten years of experience covering football in the United Kingdom and abroad for various publications including the Manchester Evening News, UtdReport and Football Whispers. Andy also has a keen interest in basketball, cricket, golf and tennis and has covered major sporting events such as the Masters in Augusta.
Lewis Blain, News and Features Writer
Lewis joined Football Whispers in July 2025, having previously held senior roles at Snack Media and GRV Media. A passionate follower of sport, in particular football and golf, as well as a proud Aldershot Town supporter, he brings over six years of experience in the digital sports publishing space.
Kelechi Udoka, Betting Tips Writer
Kelechi is a huge sports fan with over 10 years of betting experience. He has written for a few publications like What Are The Odds, Mighty Tips and Betting Detectives
Akhil Prasad, Betting Tips Writer
With more than five years of journalistic experience, Akhil has journeyed across Europe and beyond crafting stories that resonate with the beautiful game. From covering thrilling derby nights at San Siro to uncovering hidden talents in Luxembourg's top tier as a scout, his versatile background allows him to deliver clear, engaging narratives that capture football's essence.
Adeyeye Oluwapelumi, Betting Tips Writer
Adeyeye Oluwapelumi is a writer with over four years of experience covering football and a range of global sports. A passionate Arsenal fan since 2004, he brings sharp insight and a genuine love for the game to every piece.
Lewis Nolan, Betting Tips Writer
An avid writer and sport fan, Lewis has combined his interests to report on events within the football world. His time at Kings College London saw him earn a BA English degree, as well as a Masters Degree studying Digital Culture and Society. Lewis is a lifelong Liverpool fan - his first ever Anfield game was a 2-0 victory against Tottenham Hotspur - and he has previously contributed for fan websites.
Marvellous Adepoju, Betting Tips Writer
Trading in blueprints for by-lines, Marvellous is an engineering graduate who has found his true calling in sports writing. A firm believer of the notion that there is no 'right way' to play football.
Joshua Cole, Betting Tips Writer
Joshua Cole is a passionate football writer with a keen eye for the game’s biggest stories and hidden gems. He blends sharp analysis with engaging storytelling, covering players, matches, and trends from across the football world.
Saikat Mandal, Betting Tips Writer
Saikat is a freelance Sports Journalist with over ten years of experience covering football (and other sports) for various publications including GRV Media, Rocket Sports Network, Breaking Media, and Football Whispers. Saikat also has a keen interest in F1, cricket, and tennis and has taken face to face interviews of footballers such as Emile Heskey and Robbie Fowler.
Ademola Adediji, Betting Tips Writer
Ademola is a freelance sports writer with experience spanning over a decade and a sports betting expert. While Ademola has degree in Plant Science and a Masters degree in Plant Ecology, his true passion lies in football and sports betting.
Stephen Oladehinde, Betting Tips Writer
Stephen is a dynamic sports journalist, writer, and reporter who brings passion and expertise to the world of sports, captivating audiences with insightful articles and in-depth analysis of the game.
Sebastian Sternik, Betting Tips Writer
Sports writer for Football Whispers and various other titles. After completing a sports journalism degree at Leeds Trinity University, he went on to work for William Hill, Planet Sport, Football365, League Express, Yorkshire Evening Post, Halifax Courier and others.
Sam Varley, Betting Tips Writer
Sam is a sports reporter with over four years of experience covering football across the world. He is a long-suffering Sheffield United fan and lover of most sports, primarily focusing on football and golf.
Byron David, Betting Tips Writer
Byron is a sports journalist based in South Africa. He has a Media degree from the University of Kwa Zulu Natal and has been writing football content since 2019. Byron is also a sports presenter with experience in radio particularly.
Cal Burrowes, Betting Tips Writer
Cal is a dedicated football journalist and lifelong Bristol City supporter, with professional experience working within club media environments and independent sports outlets. Having previously worked with Chesterfield FC and contributed as a journalist in the newsroom, he brings an informed, authentic voice to his coverage.
Joshua Ojele, Betting Tips Writer
Having graduated with a bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering from Nigeria's premier university, Joshua has taken a surprise career shift - trading pipelines for pitchside analysis. Writing about football is not only a passion, but is something he has come to realise will now be the closest he can get his failed childhood dreams of becoming a Ballon d'Or winner.
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Gamble responsibly
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