Golazo Merchants: Darren Anderton and his wand of a right peg
If there were ever any doubts raised about the consistency of Darren Anderton, then one need not look further than his head of hair. …
Legends
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Legends
How Juninho overcame the ‘monstrous cold’ to become a Boro legend
There was fervent excitement among the throngs of supporters who greeted Juninho upon his arrival to the tropical north east of England. Thousands of…
Remembering Gary Speed: A unique and gifted everyman
When looking back on Gary Speed’s extensive and distinguished career four traits particularly stand out. There was his longevity of course; playing into his…
Patrik Berger: The highs and lows of Liverpool’s Czech mate
When Euro 2021 finally starts, it will be 25 years since Patrik Berger graced Anfield for the first time in a national shirt. The…
Thug, big game player and… leader? Dennis Wise’s complicated legacy
The reputation of Dennis Wise would have him pegged as a violent thug, a pure breed shithouse with an unquenchable thirst for blood –…
A year of darkness: The pain of losing three Aston Villa legends in 12 months
I do not set my life at a pin’s fee; And, for my soul, what can it do to that, Being a thing…
Golazo Merchants: Nottingham Forest legend Stuart ‘Pyscho’ Pearce
Our Golazo Merchants series has included some stellar attacking talents to date but the latest in our collection revisits the story of a no-nonsense…
Appreciating just how lethal Ruud van Nistelrooy was in his five years at Manchester United
When asked to discuss the greatest goalscorers of the Premier League era the same familiar names often crop up in conversation, but one name…
Golazo Merchants: Southampton’s saviour Matt Le Tissier
Our latest series has looked back and celebrated some top talents so far, but no feature on the Premier League’s greatest Golazo Merchants would…
The resurrection of Gary McAllister at Liverpool
Mediocrity beckoned and Gary McAllister was ready to embrace it. Lifting the First Division title with Leeds United in 1992 – prior to the…
Chris Waddle: The easy going showstopper with continental class
The paceless late-bloomer who possessed limitless levels of skill and was once the third-most expensive player of all-time. The understated show off was a class…
How QPR shaped Sir Les: ‘The secret to having it all is knowing that you already do.’
Every time Ian Holloway goes to the toilet at home he is reminded of Les Ferdinand. Hanging proudly on the wall is a plaque…
Peter Ndlovu: The first ever African footballer in the Premier League
In the early 1990’s, the Zimbabwean national team had a squad dubbed the “Dream Team” who fans and pundits believed would earn the country…
The Everton cult hero who subbed himself on in an FA Cup semi-final – and scored twice
This week we inducted Everton cult hero Daniel Amokachi into our 90’s Football Hall of Fame, a player who is still remembered fondly on…
Nothing wrong with loving Ian Wright: A tribute to a remarkable human
“Many are called and few are chosen”. That’s what Ian Wright’s mother said to her precociously talented, angry young son. Her words were not…
Glenn Hoddle: The preacher who lost his starting place in the game
The football world took a collective step back when news filtered through that Glenn Hoddle had fallen ill on his 61st birthday. He was…
Fabregas, the Spanish artist who found his muse in the Premier League
Cesc Fabregas isn’t quite a legend at any of his clubs, always just a level below world class. But he was bloody marvellous nonetheless.…
Robin van Persie – Premier League Legend
The Flying Dutchman lit up the Premier League for 11 seasons, first at Arsenal, then at Manchester United. One of the greatest forwards of…