Five players who shone for Ireland in the Toulon Tournament
Ireland’s u21 team had some star performers during their impressive run in the preeminent youth football competition, the Toulon Tournament. A few years ago…
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Under the microscope – All five of Real Madrid’s big money summer signings
Real Madrid have reacted to a disappointing season in the Spanish capital in typical Real Madrid style, with an aggressive foray into the transfer market and…
Five players we’d love see move to the Premier League this summer
The summer transfer window is here, with the whirlwind frenzy of speculation likely to continue until it’s closure in early August. Premier League clubs…
Why Chelsea’s pursuit of Lampard may be misguided for both parties
Amidst speculation about the ownership, a transfer ban and the departure of their best player; it now appears it’s only a matter of time…
Five top players retiring from football this summer
There comes a time when every player has to close the curtain on their career, when the legs just don’t work like they used to…
A perfect signing for each top six Premier League club
The summer transfer window is officially open, with fans eagerly anticipating the bi-annual scramble to secure the players to take their side to the…
The five favourites to become Chelsea’s next manager
Maurizio Sarri seems almost certain to leave Chelsea this summer, with the Italian set for a return to Serie A after just one season in…
Ireland need a solution to the Glenn Whelan problem
Veteran midfielder Glenn Whelan plays an important role for Ireland, but he is stymying the progress of Mick McCarthy’s team. Only eight players have…
Michael Owen – 10 most stupid quotes
Having quickly developed a reputation in absolute contrast to that of his playing career, we look at some of Michael Owen’s most stupid quotes…
The all-time French Premier League XI
The Premier League has opened its doors to foreign imports ever since its inception in 1992. Few nations, if any, have had a greater…
Wasters: The players who missed the most ‘big chances’ in the Premier League 2018/19
‘It was easier to score!’ Is there anything more frustrating than watching a player miss a gilt-edged chance? Well, the players on this list…
Arsenal still counting the cost of defeat to Chelsea in the Europa League Final
Their eighth major European final will not linger for long in the memories of Arsenal fans. A crushing 4-1 defeat to London rivals Chelsea,…
The Bombonera Baby, Daniel James’ new dog, and salty Seamus Coleman – Tweets of the Week
The funniest and best football-related tweets, featuring a Boca Juniors baby, Daniel James and his new dog, Seamus Coleman biting back at the Danes,…
The five favourites to win the 2019 Ballon d’Or
The Ballon d’Or remains the most prestigious individual honour in football, presented to the player deemed to be the world’s best. Real Madrid star…
The five players to score in Champions League and Europa League finals
Scoring in a major final is one of the ultimate individual achievements for a player. In European club football, the Champions League remains the…
Five of the best Premier players released by their clubs this summer
Premier League clubs have announced their released and retained lists, with several big names heading for the exit door, meaning they are now available…
Denmark 1-1 Ireland – Players Ratings
Ireland secured a massive point in their quest for Euro 2020 qualification after drawing 1-1 with Denmark tonight in Copenhagen. Mick McCarthy’s side were…
Power ranking the Women’s World Cup jerseys from best to worst
The kits on display in this summer’s World Cup are sensational, but which one comes in first and, more importantly, last place? The Fifa…