When Jose Mourinho arrived at AS Roma in the summer, it was seen as a coup. The Giallorossi are a big club, but have not really shown any propensity for winning projects or trophies in much of the last decade-plus. Indeed, the club was often charged with ‘wasting’ the final years of Francesco Totti and… Continue reading
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Chelsea facing injury crisis ahead of winter game runs
It is not often that Chelsea get sympathy from other clubs. The Blues have long been harassed for having a large academy and loan setup, with many players heading out the door temporarily each summer. However, with the current build-up of injuries, it would take a heart of stone to not see why Chelsea might… Continue reading
Lorenzo Insigne MLS rumours branded as ‘completely fake’
As one of the most intelligent and creative players of his generation, football fans in Italy love to watch Lorenzo Insigne. The playmaker has come through the Napoli system, playing for his hometown club, and captaining them. However, the player has been linked with an exit from Naples in 2022, with his contract set to… Continue reading
Andrea Radrizzani makes ambitious claim about Leeds United future
For many people, one of the most exciting things about the modern Leeds United project has been the people in charge. Having gotten sadly used to people who could talk a big game but then fail to deliver, Leeds fans have grown used to seeing mistakes made at the highest levels of the club. However,… Continue reading
Saul struggling for early form at Chelsea
As a major midfield name of the last several years, Atletico Madrid utility man Saul Niguez has many fans in the game. An all-action style that is the very definition of a Diego Simeone player, Saul has enjoyed a stellar career. However, his versatile nature has seen the player pick up just about every position… Continue reading
Diego Simeone backs returning hero to win over boo-boys
When you play for Diego Simeone, you give everything. The Atletico Madrid coach is comfortably one of the most demanding coaches in the world – a coach who gets absolutely everything out of his charges. Antoine Griezmann knows this better than most, having been transformed from an enigmatic wide forward to one of the most… Continue reading
Tottenham rage at Argentine duo for breaking protocol
As one of the largest international football games in the world, Argentina facing off against Brazil is ‘the one’ for any Argentine. Being able to take to the field against the Seleção is a famous moment for any player – to do so for the Albiceleste, though, is unique. And to have the chance to… Continue reading
Ronald Koeman offers opportunity to Brazilian outcast
Having made a huge splash to sign Philippe Coutinho from Liverpool, it is fair to say that Barcelona might regret the choice. They chased the player, believed to be the long-term heir to the position that Andres Iniesta occupied in the team. However, despite an impressive first half-season with the club, Coutinho failed to win… Continue reading
Iranian football team moves closer to 2022 World Cup qualification
As one of the top teams in the Asian football scene, Iran has long been a regional powerhouse. Regular performances at the top level of the regional game, including the Asian Cup, has seen Iran establish itself alongside the likes of Japan and South Korea as the strongest teams within the continent. However, the Persian… Continue reading
Leeds United linked with yet another exciting young winger
In what feels like the recurring story of the summer window, Leeds United are being linked with yet another exciting winger. Names as varied as Noa Lang and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia have been linked, showing the club are casting the net wide to find a new wide option. However, one name who has now arrived as… Continue reading