Six months in Japan had seen Trebor Mahtal successfully steer Gamba Osaka well clear of any relegation concerns while flooding some of the club's promising youngsters. His big challenge now was to strengthen the squad to compete with Japan's best.
Alphabet Challenge | Part 44, Club 22 | Standing Firm In Japanese Relegation Battle
Unexpected Premier League success with Fulham meant Trebor Mahtal was on the move quicker than expected. The 79-year-old Zambian went in search of his 22nd club fresh from ticking off the 19th letter from his Alphabet Challenge. That meant the letters now eluding him were: C, D, G, H, I, K and X. Upon resigning,... Continue Reading →
Cornish Crusade | Part 13 | A New Era At Truro City
Over the last 12 seasons, Truro City had risen from the Vanarama National League South to being one penalty kick away from the Premier League. Ultimately, a couple of missed penalties were their downfall, and they settled for a fifth season in the SkyBet Championship.
Alphabet Challenge | Part 43, Club 21 | Fulham Shock England’s Elite
Fulham enjoyed a solid start under Trebor Mahtal, finishing the 2061/62 season strongly to come home 9th in the Premier League. But the Zambian's savvy transfer business delivered delayed benefits ahead of his second campaign at London's oldest club. Indeed, Fulham turned a £709m profit in the current FFP period and a £194m profit over... Continue Reading →
Alphabet Challenge | Part 42, Club 21 | A Slightly Overzealous Firesale
A four-year stint in Scotland ended with Trebor Mahtal leading an exciting young Queen's Park team to their first domestic title in 194 years of existence. That left Mahtal with just nine more letters to tick off in his Alphabet Challenge: C, D, F, G, H, I, K and X.
Cornish Crusade | Part 12 | Truro’s Club Record Finish Streak Ends
Truro City recorded an 11th successive club record high finish under local hero Perran Trevelyan as they finished 9th in the SkyBet Championship in 2034. But the summer looked set to be one of change as the manager looked to further strengthen his young squad.
Alphabet Challenge | Part 41, Club 20 | 17-Year-Old Superstar Inspires Historic Season
Zambian manager Trebor Mahtal wasn't getting any younger, so a long stay in Scotland wasn't exactly at the top of his list of objectives as he aimed to tick off the 18th letter of his Alphabet Challenge. Yet, for just the second time in his career, the 76-year-old began a fourth season at a club as he extended his stay at Scotland's oldest club Queen's Park.
Alphabet Challenge | Part 40, Club 20 | Queen’s Park’s First European Football After 192 Years
For the first time in its 192-year history, Zambian manager Trebor Mahtal led Scotland's oldest club Queen's Park to European qualification in 2059.
Cornish Crusade | Part 11 | Celebrating A Decade Of Upsetting The Odds At Truro
Ten years ago, in 2023, the city of Truro was only really known for its traditional tin mining. Fast-forward to 2033 and the city's football team, Truro City FC, was one of the big talking points amongst national commentators and supporters. People across the UK were adopting the club as their second team as The Tinners continued to defy the odds.
Alphabet Challenge | Part 39, Club 20 | Potential Homegrown Superstars
Queen's Park recorded the best league finish in club history as Trebor Mahtal led them to 5th place in the cinch Premiership in 2058. However, they only managed to get 6 points out of 48 against Scotland's big four sides, Aberdeen, Celtic, Hibernian and Rangers.
