“Jogo Bonito”. The Beautiful Game. That’s the term that the great Brazilian master Pele popularized when he spoke of Football and Soccer in decades past. But it was more of an encouragement, yearning and urging than an assessment of the state of the sport. Surely, at its purest form, Football and Soccer are an endless
Manchester United spurned a chance to keep afloat their hopes of qualifying for the Champions League after they only recently and reluctantly lost to Arsenal in the Premier League. Jose Mourinho had from the onset claimed the encounter was not as auspicious since it was more as a formality rather than the usual season highlight:
A 3-0 defeat to champions-elect Chelsea mathematically confirmed Middlesbrough’s relegation from the Premier League in their first season back in England’s top flight. The performance on the night was a damning indictment of the inefficiencies which have seen the Teesiders slip into the relegation mire, with goals simply too hard to come by for a
Sensational reports in Spain have emerged, and they concern a certain Galactico. The man who is perpetually linked to Manchester United, Gareth Bale. Diario Gol, a Spanish outlet, have reported that Bale has agreed to join Manchester United if the Red Devils qualify for Champions League football next season. It comes are rumours circulate surrounding
Following the performance crisis last season, Chelsea FC is finally on the verge of securing their sixth Premier League title this time under the management of Antonio Conte. His well-executed 3-4-3 system team not only allowed Blues to find their way to another trophy but also helped their individual players to perform to the best
Claudio Ranieri’s dismissal was one of the low points of the Premier League season for almost everyone who follows English football. The Italian’s stupendous work as he guided the unfancied Foxes to the league title last term will live long in the memory, yet it is hard to argue that choosing to dismiss him wasn’t
The dream of promotion is over for Fleetwood Town, But they should hold their heads up high - and not wear a frown. They played well all season, and almost won promotion, They played with True Grit, showing such devotion. Now they can take a holiday and recharge their batteries, Looking forward to the new
On the 28th September 2004, the Red Devils’ wonder boy Wayne Rooney launched his Manchester United debut match with a hat trick against Fenerbache. The 31 year old player is the Manchester United’s all time leading goal scorer. Rooney has scored over 250 goals for United. Some of his achievements with the club are; an
It’s an old saying - but patience really is a virtue. In modern football, patience is arguably more important than ever for squad players. Take Cesc Fabregas at Chelsea, Daniel Sturridge at Liverpool or even Lucas Perez at Arsenal. All three will no doubt be frustrated at a lack of game time this season. And
Manchester United’s unbeaten run comes to an end at the Emirates Stadium as Arsene Wenger breaks his curse against Jose Mourinho. This was Arsene Wenger’s first Premier League win against Mourinho in the last 13 attempts. Clearly a historical step forward as Arsenal aim to narrow down the gap to the top four. Sitting six
Chelsea FC will now be crowned champions, Of the English Premier League, as it now happens. They’ve played brilliant all through the season, They’ve shown True Grit, and sheer determination. It seems they cannot now be caught, But, it is really just a mere thought? Spurs and Liverpool have done their best, They tried to
If one tried to come up with superlatives to describe the passionate man captured above they would probably fail to find a single term. Such is the influence that Gianluigi ‘Gigi’ Buffon has on his current team Juventus and the Italian national team, not to mention the clubs he has represented before notably FC Parma
The Critics Laugh After spending two years with Paris Saint-Germain and becoming the most expensive defender of all time for a record-breaking £50 million deal, Luiz came back to Chelsea. The Blues back line was weak, and they failed to land their top targets. Those against Chelsea and Luiz described the £32m deal as ‘embarrassing’
It feels a bit hollow. It feels a bit wrong. Manchester United visit Arsenal on Sunday afternoon and all that is at stake is a top four finish. Champions League football is a big prize, granted, but it still feels like something is missing. Both teams went into the season with title ambitions, but saw
Monaco has stunned Manchester United by demanding a £100 million fee for starlet Kylian Mbappe. The Guardian understand that the Red Devils had a transfer of £72 million rejected last week, rebuffing the offer and stating they wouldn’t part with their prodigy for less than a world-record fee. It also comes as a surprise for
What have you been taking Manchester City? You slay that strategy on Crystal Palace! Playing with someone you subconsciously believe dominates, One knock down, becomes the comfort zone or the safe place. The fear on Crystal, quite visible, couldn’t cover what needed to be covered. The smile on Guardiola vibes, “slay boys this is a
When someone mentions the Brazilian talent on show at Anfield, thoughts immediately turn to Philippe Coutinho and Roberto Firmino. Unstoppable at their best, the creative duo have largely mesmerised this season, with Jurgen Klopp’s eye-catching Liverpool side far from the same team without them. Coutinho provides the skill to change any game, having scored 11
After 22 years, it finally happened. Banners saying “St. Totteringham’s Day: CANCELLED” and “Arsene Wenger we want you to stay” filled everything but the away section at White Hart Lane. The North London Derby finished 2-0 to the hosts as Arsenal’s hopes for Champion’s League football crumbled and the fight for the Premier League crown
It certainly isn’t uncommon to welcome back a recently-relegated club back to the Premier League, especially after only spending one season down in the Championship, Newcastle United are one of the few teams to have accomplished this. It’s not even their first time: having done it back in 2009/10 as well behind the unstoppable force
Tottenham are eyeing up Bournemouth hot-shot Joshua King, according to The Mirror. The Norwegian striker has been in scintillating form since the turn of the year, netting 17 goals in 2017 – his goals have contributed to another year of survival for Eddie Howe’s team. His tally in 2017 has been beaten only by Harry
Friday night’s Premier League offering is a London derby that could have huge ramifications for the title race with Tottenham Hotspur making their first trip to West Ham’s London Stadium. The Hammers are all but safe now and have little to play for in their remaining games, whilst Pochettino’s Spurs are looking to build on
On the last day of April, Chelsea consolidated their four point lead ahead of Tottenham Hotspur by ending Everton’s nine home games unbeaten run. Looking back at the month of April, Chelsea players and fans alike will feel it has been a good month for the team leading the league with four games to go,
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I am a fan of La Liga, but even I must admit that the Premier League is the finest league around. It stands out as the most competitive league in top flight. Critics will say La Liga is a noncompetitive, easy league because of both Real Madrid and Barcelona’s domination. Atletico has proven however, that
I am a famous footballer and I suffer with my health, But I can get some help - because I do have so much wealth. My club I will not name - but they do all care for me, I suffer from an illness which is invisible, I really want to be FREE. My focus