The origins of Young Boys can be traced back to 1898, staking their claim on their patch at Stadion Wankdorf in Switzerland. Not exactly circumnavigating the globe, but a fair trot from the comfort of the east end of Glasgow.
With a squad of 34 lads, each at about the tender age of 24, Young Boys currently weigh in with a total market value around £55m. These are not my musings, but rather those of the good folks at Transfermarkt. A sensible resource for those interested in such shenanigans.
The Swiss outfit enjoys a bit of romp in various sporting arenas. This season alone, they’ve tipped their hat in four competition categories. Casting a glance at the Super League, they currently find themselves occupying a 4th position. Not too shabby on its own, though some would say you can forget about the laurels when there are three others panting on the podium.
Next, Young Boys managed to turn heads in the Coupe de Suisse, making quite a jaunt to the Semi-finals. Not whether they will lift the cup or not still hangs in the balance. Awaiting confirmation, as they say.
There was also a foray into the Champions League Qualifiers, ending in the play-off stage. A criminal cliffhanger if there ever was one. And let's not forget, they also took part in the League Phase of the prestigious Champions League. The ever-spinning footballing globe never stops, does it?
