Allan Oliveira is a 29 year old Australian of Brazilian and Portuguese heritage.
He has played at a first division level for several years with a local club in the amateur league but since welcoming fatherhood nearly two years ago, only plays at a purely social level whenever he gets the chance (usually every weekend!).

He also plays in an indoor league with work colleagues but outdoor is his real passion. “I’ve always been a wide player, whether in attack or defence, the flanks is where I love to be.”

Apart from when the World Cup rolls around, the league that catches Allan’s attention the most is Serie A. The pace isn’t as fast as EPL but he enjoys the technical nature and watching the creative players break down some really tough defences.

Allan has his own blog, 18 Yards, which is well worth a visit.