John Stones has evolved into this beloved cult figure at Manchester City despite never really being a player locked in to start every single match. The 30-year-old centre-back is now a veteran in the squad having joined them in 2016 and his path has been quite different to the likes of Kyle Walker or Kevin …
Move over Wrexham; there’s a new celebrity takeover on the horizon—and this one has a bit more sparkle. Imagine Rihanna, yes, that Rihanna, at a cold, rainy game in League Two, cheering on Tranmere Rovers. It might sound like the wildest football crossover since David Beckham’s James Bond debut, but if the rumours are true, …
Tottenham Hotspur. An institution that is often renowned for its fair share of luck and experience with the art of “bottling,” or throwing in the towel, at vital moments. While many may find this harsh, spurs have always been associated with terms like that of a “yo-yo” club, who might have a good patch of …
Scott McTominay might just be the greatest cult hero to ever exist in football. Wherever the Scotsman goes, he does not fail to achieve a cult-like following among people and the community. While many have doubted the 27-year-old’s natural ability on the ball, his goal-scoring abilities and work ethic on and off the pitch have …
There once roamed the fields of Old Trafford a man whose lungs seemed endless, a tireless warrior who could outrun, outlast, and outthink the best. Ji-Sung Park, known as “Three-Lung Park,” was more than just a footballer—he was Manchester United‘s unsung hero, the relentless engine that never seemed to tire. Renowned for his unmatched lung …
Vinicius Jr. at the age of just 24 is one of the most experienced members of the Real Madrid squad with 276 appearances under his belt. Whether that’s wing play on the left or on the right, Vini Jr. is a menace for defenders on either flank and he has become one of the core …
The Real Madrid of yesteryear was a force to be reckoned with, a team brimming with some of the world’s greatest footballers. Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema, Sergio Ramos, Gareth Bale, and Marcelo were part of a talented squad that could consistently churn out trophies. What this group of players also had was team chemistry, and …
Romelu Lukaku is currently plying his trade in the Italian top flight, Serie A, where he is enjoying a terrific start to the season. It is the third club he has joined in the country after spells at Inter Milan and AS Roma in the recent past, while it is for a second time that …
Chelsea forward Cole Palmer is in the form of his life on the pitch. Not very long ago, he scored four goals in the first half of a Premier League clash against Brighton & Hove Albion and in just nine appearances in all competitions this season, he has nine strikes and four assists to his …
As we hit the 10 game mark in the Championship season, the league table starts to take true shape with the consistent performers stabilizing themselves at the top of the table. One of those sides is Sunderland who currently sit in first with 18 points from 9 games. The Black Cats hade a tumultuous 23/24 …
Cole Palmer might just be the truth, you know. If last season was nothing but a testament to the 22-year old’s unique and precious talent and skill set in football, it firmly established him amongst the best young players in the world. Some would argue he is the best young player in the world right now, …
Liverpool’s Dominik Szoboszlai enjoyed a stellar outing for his country at the UEFA Nations League this international break, as Hungary defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0, with Liverpool’s No. 8 being on the scoresheet twice this Tuesday. This is following a robust and spirited draw against international football giants the Netherlands, wherein his club companion and …
Liverpool look to maintain their surging run in the 2024/25 Premier League when they host a rejuvenated Chelsea side at Anfield on Sunday (20 October). The Reds have won more matches than any other team in England’s top flight in this campaign and consistency is the name of the game for the ambitious Arne Slot. …
Wojciech Szczesny joining Barcelona might come off as the most random transfer ever, but it actually ended up happening due to an emergency. After the La Liga giants witnessed their captain Marc-Andre ter Stegen suffer a season-ending injury, they desperately needed an experienced goalkeeper to compete with no.2 Inaki Pena. Szczesny had actually retired from …
Liverpool managed to sign one of Chelsea‘s brightest academy talents recently, Rio Ngumoha, a move that was not welcomed favourably by the Blues, who have consequently barred the Reds’ scouts from entering Cobham to watch any more of their young and promising players. The move by Chelsea goes on to explain just how seismic they …
The international break has come to an end and we return to club football action in the Premier League on Saturday. One of the fixtures to lookout for over the weekend is that of Manchester United facing off against Brentford. Amid speculation over Ten Hag’s job during the international break, the looming threat of being …
Aston Villa continue to extend their rich vein of form after their recent heroics in the Champions League against Bayern Munich, as they look to face a resilient and strong Fulham side at Craven Cottage this Saturday. Unai Emery’s side, although they were met with a stalemate last game week in a 0-0 draw against …