This is a fantasy-fuelled Zoolander moment and it is about Christian Benteke. The reason for this is because he is incredibly over rated at the moment. It seems that so many people expect him to be smashing it at Liverpool, and yet I never thought he would. He is still the most picked striker in
The arithmetic involved in UEFA’s coefficient may be boring to many, but to some it is starting to worry. Another week of under-achievement in the Champions League for English clubs has bred concern that Italy, with their coefficient at 61.105, can catch up to England’s 65.284 and in doing so would limit the Premier League’s
This is a strange one for me because I don’t necessarily think I am right. However, I can not, for the life of me, see the argument suggesting that Ozil is a top player. Five-six years ago when he was playing for Germany in the World Cup, he looked awesome. However, playing for Arsenal I
FIFA (The Fédération Internationale de Football Association) was considered as a non-profit, non-corrupt, yet a holy organisation. But, recent discoveries proved that is was heavily corrupted which not only brought shame to the officials but also destroyed the reputation of the game. It does not mean that football as a game is destroyed, it is
In 2012 the UK’s Football Association launched a plan to make football more inclusive for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and trans people. The plan included a range of initiatives to tackle homophobia and encourage people to enjoy and be involved in football regardless of their sexuality. With no openly gay footballers currently in the top divisions
In a world where most western countries are celebrating and championing diversity, it seems slightly incongruous that professional sport (and football in particular) seems to be almost devoid of gay men. There is some debate on the statistics of what proportion of men are gay – trailblazers such as Freud and Kinsey were probably overstating
All players decline with age no matter how gifted they are. However, some players are able to adapt their play to emphasize technical ability and intelligence over physicality, and are able to make an impact in the best leagues in the world well past their physical peaks. 3. Frank Lampard What Frank Lampard has
Pre-season friendlies are an established part of football’s close season. With the pressure of the various league competitions forcing clubs to be ready to hit the ground running, friendlies play an important role in ensuring players’ fitness and bedding in new signings. Having spent several weeks with little to no physical exertion, footballers can be
Due to the climate in certain countries, the debate surrounding the use of artificial grass has grown ever bigger. Recently, the debate has risen to a higher profile than previously with the Women’s World Cup planned to be carried out on artificial turn in arenas located in Canada. Sparking debates on whether not it should
It took a major medical achievement for Luis Suarez to even play at this summer’s World Cup, pictured in a wheelchair following keyhole surgery after damaging his meniscus in training. Three weeks later he was back, sitting on the bench as Uruguay lost their opening group game to Costa Rica before 5 days later he
Football has long played a huge part in the lives of many people, and football players have left many memories for those who have witnessed their talents. Memories that can be passed on and kept alive for future generations. Having been born in 1995, I’d perhaps be considered part of the last generation to have
Two words that many football fans hate with a passion: international break. Just when it seems your favorite team is gelling and finding their rhythm, here it comes. Suddenly, players are flung around the world where they must acclimate to a completely different team, with a totally different goal. It’s a period of time not
Last night must have been one of the worst of my life. I am a football fan, yes. But on top of everything, I am a staunch, unrepentant supporter of Manchester United and what the club stands for. For almost two decades, I have loved and followed the red devils and long may that remain.
When you think about the world’s most loved sport football, your mind automatically goes to England and then it goes to London where some of the best teams in the world were born. If you’re a sports fanatic then you’ll love the tailored trips that discover some of the world’s best sporting museums and football
Greg Dyke, the relatively new chairman of the FA, has been quite busy this week. As he enters the third month in his position, Dyke has been tasked with setting up a new commission that will be charged with improving the development of future English youngsters as well as overseeing the build-up to the two
The last thing you remember is that you were jumping to head the ball, before the world came crashing down on you. Or maybe, it’s you who came crashing down on a twisted ankle. You don’t know exactly what happened, but you have an excruciating pain in your ankle, a pain so severe that you
Even the rivals can testify that there is something different about Arsenal this new campaign. Predictably, majority would point to the Gunners decision to stick to Arsene Wenger despite the disheartening trophy less run that has gone for 8 years now. And if you are the logical football fan, you can assert it has played its
If there was ever any doubt that football was the most popular sport in the world, the number of new football stadiums and the many proposed stadiums would erase it. Let’s review a handful of the most recent sparkling new professional football fields that are sure to impress fans. Maracana Stadium, Rio de Janeiro,
The Red Devils conceded a massive and jaw-dropping defeat to their neighbours at the Etihad, which highlighted their unconvincing start to the season. Here are my three biggest factors that explain United’s flimsy campaign so far. Ashley Young My biggest problem so far this season is the constant use of Ashley Young. As a
Here’s the greatest news for the football fans. The long wait of three months is over. Football league is back with its spine chilling, nail biting moments. People from all over the world will witness their favorite team along with their favorite player take on other teams and will definitely scream to the end of
This last week has seen the latest round of qualifiers for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil next summer, but it is the one looming nine years in the future that has grasped the main talking points. Not only has new FA chairman Greg Dyke set England the target of winning it, an extraordinary target
With Brendan Rodgers beginning his second term as Liverpool boss, the expectations going to be a lot higher this time around. In his first season, Liverpool fans accepted that Rodgers had to go through a learning period. That, coupled with having to move out some of Kenny Dalglish’s poor signings, meant that Rodgers was allowed
Remember Setanta Sports; the channel that consistently showed Premier League football, without ever securing any of the key, key fixtures. Now if you’re an avid football fan of any club, any Premier League fixture is entertainment, and so we must thank Setanta for making us pay around a tenner a month to catch second rate
Having faced hard times in recent years by going for eight years without winning a single cup, Arsenal still has some greatest moments that fans and players alike will always treasure. Outlined below are top five most memorable and greatest moments in Arsenal history. 1. Arsenal Unbeaten This is one of the most remarkable
Over the years, many star Brazilians have lit up the World Cup. From Garrincha to Pele, Jairzinho to Socrates, Ronaldo to Ronaldinho and many, many more. The greatest international tournament has long been the stage for many boys from Brazil to shine. In recent years, there appears to have been a decline in Brazilian superstars,