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I struggle to think of too many moments in the current Europa League campaign that have set the footballing world alight. However, Moussa Dembele picking the ball up just outside the area at the Stade De Garland and lashing a low shot into the corner of the Lyon net, putting Spurs into the next knockout phase of the [...]

You always want to get back to your best. A time when you were at the top of your field, feeling invincible, is a time that we all strive to reclaim. This is no more prevalent than at Arsenal, where a trophyless cloud has gathered above the Emirates, waiting for better times to return. It has been [...]

The Emirates breathed a sigh of relief on Saturday as Santi Cazorla coolly slotted home in the dying minutes, to give the Gunners victory over Aston Villa and a much needed boost after the annual Wenger vilifying reared its ugly head with more ferocity than usual this month. However, the Frenchman isn’t out of the spotlight yet; [...]

It’s hard work being a footballer in England. While the financial reward of playing in the Premier League is almost impossible to resist, the pressure that comes with the job is like no other. I suppose dealing with the immense burden is a requirement of the position, but many a star player has failed to produce when [...]

Football fans can be fickle. I include myself in that statement. Far too often, I have been left frustrated with players, shouting at the TV in anger as to why they didn’t pass the ball or take that golden opportunity. Most players who display inconsistencies or lack of talent are eventually found out by fans and labelled as [...]

As Rafa Benitez recorded the first loss of his Chelsea tenure this weekend, after a deserved 3-1 defeat at the hands of London rivals West Ham, the Spaniard’s derisory popularity at the Bridge is set to wane even further. With the Blues supporters seemingly unlikely to have a wonderful Christmas time and Benitez having little time to [...]

As the sun sets on another Chelsea manager’s tenure at Stamford Bridge, a new wave of apprehension concerning the Premier League and its future must be confronted. Roman Abramovich’s decision to prematurely end the Di Matteo era at Chelsea has left Blues fans with a sour taste in their mouths and yet again, illustrates the power of [...]

It seems only a fleeting juncture since the ‘ Arsenal Invincibles’ toured around the country, defeating every opponent with consummate ease. Arsene Wenger’s men stunned the footballing world as they went an entire season unbeaten, a feat that couldn’t have been accomplished without the Gunners’ foreign contingent. 5 years earlier and Manchester United were creating similar shockwaves around the world as [...]

Andre Villas-Boas must be taking a long, deep breath of North London air as the harsh light of the press rears its ugly head from his path and turns towards another, perhaps more important issue at Tottenham and that is the future of Gareth Bale. As Barcelona and Real Madrid come sniffing around the Welshman like a pack of [...]

We all love an underdog story. To see anyone face up to a challenge that seems impossible and yet overcome it provides hope and excitement for everyone. The story of an underdog battle through adversity is no more prevalent than in the Premier League when, on many occasions, a team who is not given a hope of survival, defies [...]

It’s kind to no-one. It can ruin careers. It can make you a laughing stock. Welcome to the cut throat world of the Premier League . The toughest competition in the world. When men from foreign lands seek to try their luck in the English game, an immediate impact must be made in order to survive.For these unfortunate [...]

January 31 st 2013: A date which, outside the footballing world, has little significance. However, take a glance inside the corridors of Premier League clubs around the country and you would witness a flurry of activity as owners and managers frantically search for talent to assist in their domestic campaigns. A cacophony of transfer speculation stems from the back [...]

On the 28th July 2011, Sergio Aguero flew into Manchester and signed a five year deal with Premier League giants Manchester City . On his debut for the club, against Swansea City, the Argentinian scored twice and created an assist. By the end of the season, the 24-year-old had scored 30 goals for the Citizens. This tale is [...]

Liverpool will enter a January battle with AC Milan for Barcelona star Cristian Tello, according to talkSPORT. The Spaniard has been in talks with the Catalan club regarding a new contract but, so far, negotiations have not been successful. Tello has appeared 8 times for Barca this season, netting twice. Liverpool have declared their interest in the 21 [...]

Tottenham are stepping up their chase for Blackpool sensation Tom Ince but will have to pay up to £10 million for his services, according to The Sun . The England u-21 winger has been in sensational form in the Championship this season and has been targeted by several Premier League clubs. Tottenham have sent coaches Les Ferdinand and [...]

Premier League Champions Manchester City have made their moves to sign Crystal Palace wonderkid Wilfred Zaha, in a bid worth £15 million, according to The Sun . Reports are suggesting that Roberto Mancini is willing to offer £12 million up front for the recent England debutant, with a further £3 million in add-ons. City are also hoping to [...]

Former Holland striker Erik Meijer believes that Klaas-Jan Huntelaar will leave Schalke in January, with Arsenal favourites to land him according to The Metro . Meijer, whose agent also represents Huntelaar is quoted as saying, ” According to the information I have, Huntelaar will be gone in the winter,” “Arsenal FC are the favourites to land him.” The 29 year old [...]

Roman Abramovich is ready to launch into a mammoth spending spree this January in an attempt to win back Chelsea fans, with Falcao, Edison Cavani and James Rodriguez all said to be on his wishlist, according to The Evening Standard . The Russian Billionaire has once again upset supporters at Stamford Bridge after the dismissal of Champions League [...]

Aston Villa are locked in a battle with Fiorentina in a bid to sign French U-21 ace Massadio Haidara, according to talkSPORT. The Nancy left-back has gained the attention of a number of top European clubs after impressing for his club at the age of just 19. It was reoprted that Paul Lambert had lined up a [...]

Both Everton and Arsenal are waiting in the wings to find out whether Lewis Holtby will renew his contract with Schalke, according to talkSPORT. The 22 year old midfielder’s deal with the German club expires this summer and negotiations are on-going with a resolution expected in due course.