Neil Goulding

Neil Goulding

Senior Sports Reporter

248 Articles

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 in Coventry

Boxing

Exclusive: Family Heartache Driving Shakan Pitters to Become European Champion

Shakan Pitters is determined to become European champion in honor of his late father, who passed away last month. Pitters remains focused on winning the title and dedicating it to his dad's boxing legacy. He shares his emotional journey exclusively with SportsBoom and reflects on his father's influence on his career and values.

Neil Goulding

2025-02-06

Aston Villa Unveil New Signing

Football

Exclusive: Man Utd Legend McIlroy "Flabbergasted" at the "Downfall" of Marcus Rashford

Man Utd legend Sammy McIlroy expresses shock at Marcus Rashford's move to Aston Villa. Amorim's criticism of lack of professionalism believed to be the cause. McIlroy reflects on the situation and the impact on the club.

Neil Goulding

2025-02-06

Manchester United v Rangers FC - UEFA Europa League 2024/25 League Phase MD7

Football

Exclusive: Amorim Right Not to Bow to Pressure Says Ex-Man Utd Star Higginbotham

Former Man Utd star Danny Higginbotham supports Ruben Amorim for sticking to his principles, despite criticisms. He believes Amorim is on a fact-finding mission to assess players and will make significant changes in the summer for improvement.

Neil Goulding

2025-02-06

Andy Ellis - Major League Rugby

Rugby

Exclusive: Andy Ellis ‘the Frank Sinatra of Rugby League’ Refuses to Call It a Day

Rugby league veteran Andy Ellis, often compared to 'Frank Sinatra', continues to shine at age 40. After multiple retirements and comebacks, Ellis now plays for Goole Vikings, making headlines with a Challenge Cup win over London Broncos. With plans to join Betfred League One in 2025, Ellis and his experienced teammates are ready for bigger challenges ahead.

Neil Goulding

2025-02-01

Teofimo Lopez Jr. v Jamaine Ortiz

Boxing

Exclusive: Jack Catterall’s Camp Demands Teofimo Lopez Decision on Super Lightweight Future

Teofimo Lopez, WBO champion, must decide on his super lightweight future before a final eliminator fight between Jack Catterall and Arnold Barboza Jr. Catterall's trainer issues ultimatum for a definitive answer. The upcoming bout is crucial for Catterall's shot at the world title.

Neil Goulding

2025-02-02

Smith v Ouizza Fight Night

Boxing

Exclusive: From Youth Detention to British Champion Conah Walker’s Story of Redemption

Conah Walker reflects on his British title win, his tough journey in boxing, and his belief that he can reach the top after shocking Harry Scarff in a dramatic comeback victory.

Neil Goulding

2025-02-02

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.