Sir Alex Ferguson is continually refining the role of midfield general and who the manager will sign in this key area is the big question for the Premier League champions-elect. … At the start of the season many United followers looked at the central midfield department and felt concern. A potentially fatal lack of depth […]
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The Next Alonso?
… but it remains interesting that Alonso’s possible departure worries the madridista press far more than the identity of the next coach. They have reason to be worried too, but it was equally interesting to see who the possible ‘clone’ might be – from the list of players that are allegedly on Pérez’ shopping-list. And even before we […]
All in the mind – Is the brain the new frontier in football training?
Today’s soccer professionals have a battery of physios, fitness trainers and doctors all striving to fine-tune their players’ physique for optimum performance. But are football clubs missing a trick in overlooking dedicated training for the most important organ of all — the brain? Scientists at London’s Brunel University believe the game’s top talents, such as […]
Mata, Oscar, Cech, Torres – Interviews
Chelsea stars were speaking at the new adiads campain: “Its Blue, what else matters” – a preview to next year’s kit. It offers fans a chance to buy the kit without seeing it. Mata, Cech, Oscar and Torres interviews. Juan Mata: Midfielder is being compared to Gianfranco Zola and reaching the same heights is the aim […]
Manchester City will come again. We are not a flash in the pan
The England goalkeeper has drawn criticism from Roy Keane and Roberto Mancini this season but he is ready to fight back. “We have not fallen away. People will say it’s a massive backwards step not winning it,” he says of the club’s faltering title defence. “But it’s not that. We are still the side to beat, […]
Di Canio – the Manager or Mussolini admirer?
From @afansopinion I’m a 25yr old Dad of 2 boys. Enjoy writing about various football topics when I have some free time. Non biased Villa fan. In love with Andi Weimann. I’m no expert, these are just my thoughts, just a fans opinion, on the latest goings on, in the sometimes, not so beautiful game. […]
Real Madrid under investigation amid allegations of illegal state aid
FFP implications as Real Madrid alleged to have colluded with city council over price of land around Bernabeu (Getty) Real Madrid are the subject of a European Commission investigation following allegations they have received illegal state aid, the decision on which is overdue and will be of great interest to the likes of Manchester City […]
What now for Man City?
…With experience of a title-winning campaign to their name, and unmatchable resources, more of the same was expected from City. Somewhere along the line, they lost their way. Tactics have been strange, while star players have underperformed. Despite not losing a Premier League game until the first Manchester derby of the season on December […]
Why Benítez could yet end up as manager of the year
In the wake of guiding Chelsea past Manchester United and into the FA Cup semi-finals, Rafael Benítez was asked whether he’d like a little recognition for his efforts. “I don’t need credit,” came the deadpan reply. “The players and staff were happy and the fans were pleased. I’m quite happy with that.” Benítez has his […]
From Paris To Barcelona – The Transfer That Sparked A Revolution
It can be all too easy to forget Ronaldinho’s role in the creation of today’s Barcelona. Shepherded swiftly towards the exit door by incoming coach Pep Guardiola in the summer of 2008, the brilliant Brazilian would play no part in a team which would go on to become the world’s finest footballing side and be […]
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