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Tite sacked & derby drama: Five major talking points from the Brasileirao matchday

For the first time in this Brasileirao campaign, Round 6 fixtures took place across the weekend, and as always, there was no shortage of drama. Derbies, late moments, and even mana...

Louis SmithMarch 17, 2026

Why Flamengo sacked Filipe Luis in the midst of perfection

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Why Flamengo sacked Filipe Luis in the midst of perfection

There cannot be many managers in world football at any level who have been dismissed after a victory, let alone after an 8-0 win. Yet that is exactly what happened to Flamengo mana...

Louis SmithMarch 3, 2026

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John Terry vs Virgil van Dijk: Is longevity or peak performance the ultimate measure of a Premier League great?

Last week, Jermaine Pennant sparked a nationwide debate on who is better, Virgil van Dijk or John Terry. While both defenders played in different eras and had to adapt to different...

Louis SmithFebruary 25, 2026

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Brighton’s data-led approach has been a mixed bag recently, but can they get it right with Said El Mala?

Brighton & Hove Albion are at a crossroads in their eighth consecutive year as a Premier League team. In the period they have defied all odds to cement themselves as an established...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 21, 2026

Geovany Quenda: Where will he play for Chelsea under Liam Rosenior?

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Geovany Quenda: Where will he play for Chelsea under Liam Rosenior?

Chelsea completed the signing of Geovany Quenda in March 2025. He will become a Blues player in July 2026, more than a year after the transfer was agreed. The youngster has played...

Jonathan BlackFebruary 19, 2026

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Life after Casemiro: Scouring Europe for Manchester United’s next great midfielder

In January, Manchester United officially confirmed that Casemiro will depart Old Trafford this summer after four years at the club. The Brazilian veteran has been a polarising figu...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 18, 2026

Hale End magic: Why Marli Salmon is already playing for Arsenal first team at 16

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Hale End magic: Why Marli Salmon is already playing for Arsenal first team at 16

There was excitement around the Emirates Stadium when Marli Ellis Salmon came on as a substitute for his home debut in the game against Wigan Athletic in the FA Cup, with the resul...

Tomi IgelekeFebruary 17, 2026

Why the biggest clubs in the world are tracking Vasilije Kostov

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Why the biggest clubs in the world are tracking Vasilije Kostov

The biggest clubs are all starting to talk about Crvena Zvezda star Vasilije Kostov. The latest Kostov transfer news has scouts flooding into Belgrade, eager to see the teenager li...

Tomi IgelekeFebruary 16, 2026

Milos Kerkez: Analyzing the left-back’s explosive 2026 form at Liverpool

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Milos Kerkez: Analyzing the left-back’s explosive 2026 form at Liverpool

Milos Kerkez is fast becoming the player Liverpool believed they were signing in the summer of 2025. His start to life at Anfield came with plenty of criticism. This was largely be...

Louis SmithFebruary 16, 2026

Six goal thrillers, late drama and a sacking: Brasileirao matchweek three round up

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Six goal thrillers, late drama and a sacking: Brasileirao matchweek three round up

With each passing matchweek, the Brasileirao continues to grow in drama and intensity. The latest round delivered once again, serving up epic fightbacks, late equalisers, and a ret...

Louis SmithFebruary 13, 2026

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Why Jhon Duran’s 13-month whistle-stop tour is the ultimate cautionary tale for young footballers

In October 2024, Jhon Duran was the name causing waves of excitement across European football. He had just lobbed Manuel Neuer from distance to secure a historic UEFA Champions Lea...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 12, 2026

London calling? Why Arsenal and Chelsea want midfield sensation Aleksandar Stankovic

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London calling? Why Arsenal and Chelsea want midfield sensation Aleksandar Stankovic

Arsenal and Chelsea have both moved early in the race for Aleksandar Stankovic. Official contact has already been made with Club Brugge as the two London clubs try to get ahead of...

Tomi IgelekeFebruary 11, 2026

Why Florian Wirtz was Liverpool’s creative heart long before the goals arrived

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Why Florian Wirtz was Liverpool’s creative heart long before the goals arrived

Florian Wirtz’s start to life at Liverpool, on paper, may not look spectacular. However, the £100 million signing from Bayer Leverkusen has made a far stronger impression than the...

Louis SmithFebruary 11, 2026

Life after Thomas Frank: Who Tottenham Hotspur could appoint to breathe new life into the club

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Life after Thomas Frank: Who Tottenham Hotspur could appoint to breathe new life into the club

Tottenham Hotspur are back to the drawing board as Thomas Frank has been sacked after their 2-1 defeat to Newcastle United saw them slip to 16th in the Premier League standings. Fr...

Vishal SubramanianFebruary 11, 2026

The evidence behind the Hugo Ekitike and Fernando Torres comparison

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The evidence behind the Hugo Ekitike and Fernando Torres comparison

Liverpool may not be enjoying the best of times on the pitch and are enduring a difficult season by their usual standards. However, one encouraging aspect has been the emerging lin...

Louis SmithFebruary 10, 2026

Casemiro's replacement is taking the Bundesliga by storm

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Manchester United’s perfect Casemiro successor is ripping up the Bundesliga- and his stats are eye-watering

With Manchester United officially confirming that Casemiro will depart Old Trafford this summer after four years, the hunt for a successor is already on. With players like Adam Wha...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 9, 2026

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Santi Cazorla says La Liga is light years behind the Premier League – but what does he actually mean?

Spanish football is currently weathering a storm after legendary former Spain midfielder Santi Cazorla openly criticised the standards of the country’s top-flight league. Following...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 9, 2026

Roots in Brazil, made in Cobham: Thiago Silva’s son Iago called up by England U-15s

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Roots in Brazil, made in Cobham: Thiago Silva’s son Iago called up by England U-15s

After lifting trophies and earning 113 caps for Brazil, Thiago Silva is watching from the sidelines as his 14-year-old son Iago Silva takes his own first steps in an England shirt....

Tomi IgelekeFebruary 9, 2026

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Ranked: The 10 best Premier League wonderkids of 2026

The golden age of Premier League football is here. More and more exciting wonderkids are being churned out by several Premier League teams, epitomising the fans’ excitement. In 202...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 7, 2026

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Why JJ Gabriel cannot debut for Manchester United this season despite Michael Carrick call-up

Manchester United fans are buzzing after 15-year-old sensation JJ Gabriel was spotted training with the first team for a second consecutive day. Despite rubbing shoulders with seni...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 6, 2026

How Liverpool are future-proofing their defence with Jeremy Jacquet capture

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How Liverpool are future-proofing their defence with Jeremy Jacquet capture

Jeremy Jacquet has agreed to join Liverpool in the summer of 2026. The deal was completed for a rumoured £55m excluding add-ons between Liverpool and Rennes. Jacquet, a 20-year-old...

Jonathan BlackFebruary 6, 2026

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PIF betrayal, secret release clause and more: Inside Cristiano Ronaldo’s strike at Al Nassr

The football world has been rocked as Cristiano Ronaldo has effectively gone on strike at his club Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League. Despite earning a staggering £175 million annua...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 5, 2026

More than a loanee: Why Luka Vuskovic has outgrown Hamburg – and maybe Tottenham Hotspur

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More than a loanee: Why Luka Vuskovic has outgrown Hamburg – and maybe Tottenham Hotspur

Tottenham Hotspur defender Luka Vuskovic has impressed tremendously in his loan spell with Bundesliga side Hamburg. The 18-year-old is one of the most exciting talents in European...

Tom MaydewFebruary 5, 2026

Eclipsing legends: Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike shatter long-standing Liverpool records

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Eclipsing legends: Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike shatter long-standing Liverpool records

Liverpool’s 2025-26 campaign hasn’t gone as planned as they continue to falter in the Premier League. Arne Slot’s side are 14 points behind league leaders Arsenal and have won just...

Vishal SubramanianFebruary 5, 2026

Bruno Fernandes is on fire for Manchester United – but can he break the assist record?

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Bruno Fernandes is on fire for Manchester United – but can he break the assist record?

Bruno Fernandes has somehow become even more influential in an unstable Manchester United side. The Portuguese playmaker is the heart of the team. Even when United have been incons...

Tomi IgelekeFebruary 5, 2026

Lewis Miley could help ease Elliot Anderson pain for Newcastle United as rapid rise continues

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Lewis Miley could help ease Elliot Anderson pain for Newcastle United as rapid rise continues

The sale of Elliot Anderson to Nottingham Forest in 2024 still sits heavily at Newcastle United. It was a deal shaped by PSR pressure, and Eddie Howe has never hidden how painful i...

Tomi IgelekeFebruary 5, 2026

Arsenal signed the Quintero twins to their academy

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Inside Arsenal’s youth recruitment strategy: Mertesacker exit, the Quintero twins and the James Ellis reform

At Arsenal’s famed Hale End academy, work is ongoing to transform the setup in the same way the first team has under Mikel Arteta’s leadership. Led by Technical Director James Elli...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 5, 2026

Liverpool, Manchester United or Man City: Where does Elliot Anderson end up?

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Liverpool, Manchester United or Man City: Where does Elliot Anderson end up?

The game against Crystal Palace was one of those nights where things were never going to be easy. In the middle of all that chaos, Elliot Anderson helped Nottingham Forest stay ste...

Tomi IgelekeFebruary 4, 2026

Could the summer of 2026 be the end of the road for Mohamed Salah at Liverpool?

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Could the summer of 2026 be the end of the road for Mohamed Salah at Liverpool?

It’s safe to say the 2025-26 season hasn’t gone as planned for Liverpool and their talismanic forward Mohamed Salah. The Reds’ Premier League title defense has continued to falter...

Vishal SubramanianFebruary 4, 2026

Who is new Arsenal defender Jaden Dixon?

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Tottenham roots, versatility and more: Everything you need to know about new Arsenal wonderkid Jaden Dixon

Premier League leaders Arsenal pulled off a fascinating piece of late-window business when they secured the signature of 18-year-old defender Jaden Dixon from Stoke City. Dixon is...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 4, 2026

Dominik Szoboszlai has shown this season that he’s a future Liverpool captain in the waiting

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Dominik Szoboszlai has shown this season that he’s a future Liverpool captain in the waiting

Liverpool’s Dominik Szoboszlai has been one of the few shining stars in an otherwise subpar side this season. The Hungarian has played as an attacking midfielder and a defensive mi...

Tom MaydewFebruary 3, 2026

Arsenal could turn to familiar face on a short-term deal after Mikel Merino injury

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Arsenal could turn to familiar face on a short-term deal after Mikel Merino injury

With Mikel Merino expected to miss the rest of the season with a fractured foot, Arsenal could make a sensational move for one of their former players. The Spaniard chipped in with...

Tom MaydewFebruary 3, 2026

Unai Emery has been linked with Real Madrid job

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Is Aston Villa coach Unai Emery a sensible fit for Real Madrid’s star-studded squad?

“I have nothing to say.” Unai Emery responded when asked about the possibility of accepting the Real Madrid job in the future after Aston Villa sealed a place in the UEFA Europa Le...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 2, 2026

Kees Smit: Who is the Dutch sensation attracting interest from Liverpool and Real Madrid?

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Kees Smit: Who is the Dutch sensation attracting interest from Liverpool and Real Madrid?

Kees Smit is currently one of the hottest properties in European football, playing for AZ Alkmaar in the Eredivisie. The ball-playing central midfielder has attracted interest from...

Tom MaydewFebruary 2, 2026

Why Liam Rosenior prioritised Mamadou Sarr over Aaron Anselmino at Chelsea

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Why Liam Rosenior prioritised Mamadou Sarr over Aaron Anselmino at Chelsea

Chelsea’s initial plan for the January transfer window was to sign a new center-back. Levi Colwill’s long-term setback and Tosin Adarabioyo’s ongoing injury were too difficult to i...

Tomi IgelekeFebruary 2, 2026

Why Real Madrid’s Endrick is finally reborn at Lyon

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Why Real Madrid’s Endrick is finally reborn at Lyon

“I have my smile back,” said Endrick in delight after scoring the winning goal for Lyon in a Coupe de France match against Lille on his debut for the French club. It was an early s...

Louis SmithFebruary 1, 2026

Kader Meite snubs Premier League advances for Saudi Arabia as familiar trend emerges

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Kader Meite snubs Premier League advances for Saudi Arabia as familiar trend emerges

Kader Meite has made the bold decision to leave French football for Al Hilal in Saudi Arabia, ending speculation linking him with a move to Manchester United. Meite, who is conside...

Mark KinyanjuiFebruary 1, 2026

Marcus Rashford has gone from an outcast at Man United to a hero at Barcelona

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From Manchester United outcast to Barcelona hero: Inside Marcus Rashford’s revival under Hansi Flick

When Marcus Rashford signed for Barcelona on loan from Man United in July 2025, many viewed it as a desperate attempt to escape the Red Devils’ ‘bomb squad’ under Ruben Amorim. The...

Mark KinyanjuiJanuary 31, 2026

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Fabregas record shattered, Messi comparison and more: Why Max Dowman has the world at his feet at Arsenal

While most 15-year-olds are worrying about GCSE mocks, Max Dowman is busy rewriting history at Arsenal. On Friday, Arsenal officially announced a pre-contract agreement with Dowman...

Mark KinyanjuiJanuary 31, 2026

Josh Abe: Arne Slot calls up 15-year-old sensation to train with Liverpool first team

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Josh Abe: Arne Slot calls up 15-year-old sensation to train with Liverpool first team

Following Liverpool’s 6-0 dismantling of Qarabag in the final UEFA Champions League group-phase game, 15-year-old Josh Abe has trained with the first team. It’s standard for player...

Tom MaydewJanuary 30, 2026

Who is George Hemmings? Meet the 18-year-old making Aston Villa history under Unai Emery

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Who is George Hemmings? Meet the 18-year-old making Aston Villa history under Unai Emery

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery handed George Hemmings his first senior start for the club in their UEFA Europa League match against RB Salzburg on January 29. The 18-year-old midfield...

Tomi IgelekeJanuary 30, 2026

Brasileirão 2026 begins with chaos, comebacks and early statement results

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Brasileirão 2026 begins with chaos, comebacks and early statement results

The 2026 Brasileirão matchweek one delivered plenty of excitement and drama as the season got underway in midweek, earlier than the usual April start. From late equalisers and mome...

Louis SmithJanuary 30, 2026

Arsena; beat Kairat 3-2 to finish top of the Champions League group phase

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5 talking points as history-making Arsenal finish top of UEFA Champions League

Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal have made history by becoming the first ever side to get eight wins from eight in the reformatted UEFA Champions League and finish top of the table. Their 3-...

Mark KinyanjuiJanuary 29, 2026

Why Jorgen Strand Larsen is the Jean-Philippe Mateta replacement Crystal Palace crave

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Why Jorgen Strand Larsen is the Jean-Philippe Mateta replacement Crystal Palace crave

Crystal Palace are braced for a change up top in the coming days as Jorgen Strand Larsen looks set to replace Jean-Philippe Mateta at Selhurst Park. According to Fabrizio Romano, t...

Tom MaydewJanuary 29, 2026