Raphinha penalty could spring life back into Leeds season
by Having taken the Premier League by storm last year, Leeds United fans were keen for the 21-22 season to start. What has unfolded so far, …
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Newcastle United set to give Arsenal outcast a second chance
For Arsenal fans, the news that Matteo Guendouzi is back in the France squad will seem perplexing. Remember, this was the player who last was …
Liverpool set for a test of squad depth during November run
Just as players start to return from injury, someone else joins the list. For Liverpool, the constant in-out nature of injuries so far means that …
Joe Cole praises Chelsea academy boy for midfield presence
The UEFA Champions League group stages are an intriguing place, often giving coaches the chance to rotate their squads. Given the makeup of the modern …
The quiet brilliance of Ricardo Carvalho
by Portugal have produced an abundance of flair footballers who have wowed fans of the beautiful game playing for Europe’s biggest clubs over the past two …
Why we will never see another manager repeat Brian Clough’s achievements
by When Brian Clough was appointed Derby County manager in the summer of 1967, the club had just finished 17th in the Second Division. They had …
Callum Hudson-Odoi suggested as left winger moving forward
When Thomas Tuchel first arrived at Chelsea, the German tactician spent time giving a range of players chjances in new positions. One player who was …
Gonzalo Higuain considering retirement amid MLS failure
Having once been a star at clubs like Real Madrid and SSC Napoli, as well as Juventus, Gonzalo Higuain was rated as a top class …
The Magic of Garrincha: The Angel With Twisted Legs Who Won Brazilian Hearts
by On a recent wander in Rio de Janeiro I was approached by someone – a senior citizen – who recognised me from appearances on Brazilian …