Tom is a primary school teacher turned football writer and has been part of The Real EFL for two years.

Professional Background

Tom has been a teacher for over ten years and has had a passion for sports since childhood. He has written for The Real EFL for two years and has had his work printed in Late Tackle and on Gamers Decide.

For Late Tackle, Tom has written several pieces including recounts of memorable matches, player profiles and a focus on the wonderful summer that was Euro 96.

On the Gamers Decide site, the focus was on Football Manager and several areas such as the best tactics to employ and the best strikers to sign.

Some of Tom’s areas of expertise include predictions, deep dives and analysing data to produce insightful articles.

Role at The Real EFL

Tom’s role at THE Real EFL includes reporting on the latest football news, creating predictions and match previews as well as producing team and stadium information pages.

In the past, he has interviewed figures from the world of football and produced insightful articles alongside. Tom has been able to use data to create a series of work around average points and high-performing players as well as a series documenting his gaming journey.

Tom has written in-depth about topics such as the influx of Irish players to England’s lower leagues, opinion pieces like the three up, three down National League debate and a deep dive into Sheffield Wednesday during their League One days.

Certifications and Education

Aside from writing about football, Tom has gained a number of scouting certificates related to different areas of football. He has achieved certificates in opposition analysis, talent identification and performance analysis.

Personal Insights

From a young age, Tom has had a passion for football. This passion was fuelled by attending live games up and down the footballing pyramid. Often having an opinion on what he had just witnessed, Tom eventually took this passion into writing.

Connect with Tom Green

Tom can be found on X at @hopping_writer and on Linkedin.

Published Articles

Swindon Town Starlet Undecided On His Future

After netting his first senior goal, Botan Ameen admitted he does not yet know where his future lies, as reported by The Swindon Advertiser. The 17-year-old scored Swindon’s fourth goal

‘He Was Ledge!’ – Paul Warne Assesses His MK Dons Squad

Newly installed MK Dons manager Paul Warne has given his initial impressions of some members of his squad following his first game in charge, as reported by MK Citizen. Warne’s

Charlton Athletic Boss Wants More After Playoff Spot Confirmed

Charlton Athletic manager Nathan Jones shared his pride after his side confirmed their participation in the League One playoffs, as reported by News Shopper. The Addicks overcame relegation-threatened Northampton Town

‘Playing Out His Skin’ – Carlisle United Boss Heaps Praise On Goalscorer

Carlisle United manager Mark Hughes has piled praise on striker Georgie Kelly after his goal kept the Blues firmly in touch at the bottom, as reported by the official Carlisle

MK Dons Suffer Blow In Manager Search

MK Dons’ search for a new manager continues after top candidate Paul Warne has decided against taking the role at Stadium MK, according to an MK Citizen report. The club

Colchester United Boss ‘Proud’ As Playoff Hunt Continues

Colchester United manager Danny Cowley was delighted with his side after they left Newport County with all three points and edged ever closer to the League Two playoff places, as

Fleetwood Town Boss Forced Into Late Changes Before Chesterfield Defeat

Fleetwood Town manager Pete Wild revealed that his squad had been hit by illness in the build to their 3-0 defeat at Chesterfield, as reported by the Derbyshire Times. Wild

‘Some Huge Games Ahead’ – Carlisle United Boss Reacts To Latest Win

Carlisle United manager Mark Hughes was full of praise for his side after they registered a second successive win to move off the bottom of League Two. Hughes spoke to

Burton Albion v Huddersfield Town: Predictions, Lineups & Odds (12/04)

Relegation threatened Burton Albion welcome Huddersfield Town to the Pirelli Stadium with both sides desperate to claim all three points and keep their seasons alive. Our 3 Predictions For Burton

Reading Must Have Right Mentality Insists Boss

Reading must have the right mentality when they face relegation Shrewsbury Town tonight says boss Noel Hunt, as reported by The Reading Chronicle. Hunt believes the Shrewsbury players will be

Coventry City v Portsmouth: Predictions, Lineups & Odds (09/04)

Portsmouth head north to face Coventry City for a contest that will have a huge impact on both ends of the Championship table. Our 3 Predictions For Coventry City v

Colchester United Boss Hails ‘Exceptional’ Players

Danny Cowley was full of praise for his Colchester United side after securing a victory over automatic promotion hopefuls Notts County, as reported by The Daily Gazette. The 1-0 win

‘We’re Not Finished Yet!’ – Carlisle United Boss Speaks After Vital Victory

Carlisle United boss Mark Hughes insists his side aren’t finished in their hunt for survival after a thrilling come-from-behind victory against Newport County, and he spoke to the club’s official

Sheffield United v Millwall: Predictions, Lineups & Odds (08/04)

Sheffield United welcome Millwall to Bramall Lane looking to bounce straight back from a surprise defeat at Oxford United on Saturday. Our 3 Predictions For Sheffield United v Millwall: 1st

Bristol City v Watford: Predictions, Lineups & Odds (05/04)

Watford head to playoff chasing Bristol City with hopes of putting their inconsistent form behind them and mounting a late playoff charge themselves. Our 3 Predictions For Bristol City v

Derby County v Preston North End: Predictions, Lineups & Odds (02/04)

Derby County look to continue their upturn in form against defeated FA Cup quarter finalists Preston North End aiming for a fourth win in a row and to move out

Cardiff City v Sheffield Wednesday: Predictions, Lineups & Odds (29/03)

Cardiff City welcome Sheffield Wednesday to Wales in desperate of three points in their quest to maintain Championship status next season and with the Owls still casting one eye on

Colchester United v Grimsby Town: Predictions, Lineups & Odds (28/03)

Grimsby Town travel to Essex to take on Colchester United in a vitally important clash as they both look to secure a playoff spot. Our 3 Predictions For Colchester United

Swindon Town Midfielder Still Has Playoff Hopes

Swindon Town midfielder Gavin Kilkenny is not ready to give up on the playoffs just yet, despite a disappointing draw with struggling Accrington Stanley, reports The Swindon Advertiser. The Robins

‘You Have To Dream Big’ – Wrexham Striker Speaks After Crucial Win

Wrexham forward Jay Rodriguez is dreaming big as he looks forward to the club’s vital run-in following a 1-0 win over Stockport County, as reported by BBC Sport. The Red