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Roberto Carlos on the free kick that changed his career

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst20 Apr 2026 · 1 min read

Said El Mala is wanted by Brighton

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

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst21 Feb 2026 · 4 min read

The Cristian Chivu blueprint: How Inter Milan moved on from Simone Inzaghi to dominate Serie A

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst19 Feb 2026 · 4 min read

Casemiro is set to leave Man United

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

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst18 Feb 2026 · 5 min read

CAF president Patrice Motsepe after Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania won the AFCON 2027 bid

AFCON 2027: Why Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania’s historic bid will defy the sceptics

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst14 Feb 2026 · 4 min read

Jhon Duran signed for Zenit

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

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst12 Feb 2026 · 3 min read

Honest Ahanor and Giorgio Scalvini

Giorgio Scalvini and Honest Ahanor: The data behind Serie A’s newest defensive wall

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst11 Feb 2026 · 3 min read

Casemiro's replacement is taking the Bundesliga by storm

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

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst9 Feb 2026 · 3 min read

Santi Cazorla slams La Liga's standards

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

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst9 Feb 2026 · 2 min read

Ranked: The 10 best Premier League wonderkids of 2026

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst7 Feb 2026 · 6 min read

Man United wonderkid JJ Gabriel. Image || Getty

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

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst6 Feb 2026 · 2 min read

Cristiano Ronaldo. Image || GETTY

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

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst5 Feb 2026 · 3 min read

Arsenal signed the Quintero twins to their academy

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

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst5 Feb 2026 · 4 min read

Spanish pedigree and Xabi Alonso WhatsApp group: Who is new Eintracht Frankfurt coach Albert Riera?

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst4 Feb 2026 · 4 min read

Who is new Arsenal defender Jaden Dixon?

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

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst4 Feb 2026 · 3 min read

Unai Emery has been linked with Real Madrid job

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

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst2 Feb 2026 · 4 min read

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

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst1 Feb 2026 · 2 min read

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

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

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst31 Jan 2026 · 4 min read

Max Dowaman of Arsenal. Getty Images

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

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst31 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

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

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

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst29 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

Harry Maguire is in the last 6 months of his Man United contract

5 reasons why Manchester United might extend Harry Maguire’s contract with six months remaining

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst28 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

Christian Norgaard has struggled for gametime at Arsenal. Image || Arsenal.com

Why Arsenal shouldn’t sell Christian Norgaard in January amid Ajax interest

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst28 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

Jurgen Klopp, Sami Khedira join forces to launch new U21 league and save German talent

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst28 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Trey Nyoni of Liverpool.

Liverpool decide Trey Nyoni transfer stance in January amid loan interest

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst27 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Man United's Kobbie Mainoo

Manchester United make Kobbie Mainoo transfer decision following revival under Michael Carrick

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst27 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Adam Wharton has been linked to Liverpool. Image || GETTY

What Liverpool sources are saying about signing Adam Wharton from Crystal Palace

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst26 Jan 2026 · 1 min read

Amad Diallo brutally trolled Arsenal folliowing Man United's 3-2 win at Emirates. Image || Getty

Amad Diallo aims brutal dig at Arsenal after Manchester United’s 3-2 win at Emirates

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst26 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Ethan Nwaneri had a debut to remember for Marseille || Getty

Stats behind Ethan Nwaneri’s stunning Marseille debut as he shows Arsenal what they’re missing

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst26 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Michael Carrick embraces Matheus Cunha after Man United's win over Arsenal.

Has Michael Carrick done enough to warrant full-time Manchester United job after Man City and Arsenal wins?

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst26 Jan 2026 · 4 min read

Arsenal are monitoring Real Madrid's Victor Valdepenas. Image || GETTY

Victor Valdepenas: Who is the Real Madrid defender wanted by Arsenal?

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst26 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Manchester United beat Arsenal 3-2 at the Emirate Stadium on Sunday

Arsenal 2-3 Manchester United: Talking points as Gunners suffer massive Premier League title blow

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst25 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

Viktor Gyokeres' goal against Inter Milan was his 9th for Arsenal. Image || GETTY

Analysis: 5 ways Arsenal can finally unlock Viktor Gyokeres

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst25 Jan 2026 · 4 min read

Lumumba Vea, AFCON 2025, Jeep, DR Congo

DR Congo superfan receives multi-million gift, national honors after heroic ‘Lumumba’ AFCON gesture

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst23 Jan 2026 · 1 min read

Ranking the 10 richest clubs in the world

10 richest football clubs in the world: Where do Arsenal, Man United, Liverpool sit?

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst23 Jan 2026 · 6 min read

Ranking the top 10 players at AFCON 2025

Ranking the top 10 players at AFCON 2025: where do Mane, Salah and Osimhen sit?

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst21 Jan 2026 · 4 min read

Senegal and Morocco players argue during the AFCON final in Rabat.

AFCON 2025 Final: Why Morocco is filing legal action with CAF, FIFA over Senegal chaos

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst21 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Senegal Referee Anger, Mane’s Leadership, Diaz’s Woeful Penalty : 7 Talking Points as Senegal Shock Morocco to Lift AFCON 2025

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst19 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

Senegal, Sadio Mane, Ballon d'Or, AFCON 2025

Senegal Teammate Insists Sadio Mane Was “Robbed” of Ballon D’Or Title Ahead of Forward’s “Last” AFCON Final

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst18 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

AFCON 2025, Nigeria, Egypt

Egypt vs Nigeria: AFCON 2025 Third-Place Playoff Preview as Super Eagles, Pharaohs Seek to End on High

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst17 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

5 Tactical Mistakes: Why Mo Salah’s Egypt Fell to Sadio Mane’s Senegal in AFCON 2025

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst16 Jan 2026 · 4 min read

Analysis: How Morocco Tactically Dominated Nigeria in AFCON 2025 Semi Final

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst16 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

Senegal, Egypt, Morocco, Nigeria, Salah, Mane, AFCON 2025

Sadio Mane’s Senegal Break Mo Salah,Egypt’s Hearts and More: 3 Memorable AFCON 2025 Semi Final Moments

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst16 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Aubameyang, Panthers, AFCON 2025

5 Critical Steps Gabon Government Outlined After Lifting Aubameyang, National Team Ban Following AFCON Disaster

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst14 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

AFCON 2025, Mali, Sinayogo

Fraudulent Marabout Who Promised Mali AFCON 2025 Glory Arrested Over €33,500 Scam

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst14 Jan 2026 · 1 min read

AFCON 2025, Nene Dorgeles, Mali, Fenerbache

How Mali Star Nene Dorgeles Went From Mali AFCON 2025 Heartbreak to Lifting Trophy With Galatasaray Within 2 Days

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst13 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Bright Osayi-Samuel, Nigeria, AFCON 2025, Super Eagles

‘A lot of People Sleep on Me, Which Is Still Okay’ – Nigeria Star Bright Osayi-Samuel Hungry For AFCON 2025 Triumph

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst12 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

Nigeria, Super Eagles, Semi Ajayi, AFCON 2025

Nigeria’s Semi Ajayi Sends Morocco Stellar Warning Ahead of AFCON 2025 Clash

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst12 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Victor Osimhen, Rashidi Yekini, Super Eagles, AFCON

‘It Doesn’t Matter’ – Victor Osimhen Downplays Breaking Rashid Yekini’s Record Amid AFCON Chase

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst11 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

AFCON 2025 Egypt, Nigeria, Mo Salah, Victor Osimhen

Osimhen Dominates Algeria as Mo Salah Makes History With Ivory Coast Goal: 5 Memorable Moments From AFCON 2025 Day 20

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst11 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

AFCON 2025, Brahim Diaz, Mali, Morocco, Senegal

Brahim Diaz Scores Again & Mali’s Luck Runs Out: 5 Memorable Moments From AFCON 2025 Day 19 Action

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst10 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

Sadio Mane, Mane mother

How Sadio Mane Signed for French Outfit Metz Without Mother’s Knowledge

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst9 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

AFCON 2025, Morocco, Cameroon, Referee

Referee Controversy Overshadows Anticipated Morocco-Cameroon AFCON 2025 Quarter Final Showdown

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst9 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Patrice Lumumba, DR Congo, AFCON 2025, Mohamed Amoura

Algeria Star Amoura Apologizes Over Mocking “Statue” DR Congo Fan During AFCON Win

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst8 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Antoine Semenyo, Bournemouth, Manchester City

From Academy Rejection By Arsenal, Spurs and Palace to £65 Million Man City Move: The Rise of Antoine Semenyo

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst7 Jan 2026 · 4 min read

AFCON 2025,

Ivory Coast Take on Egypt, Nigeria Face Algeria: Confirmed AFCON 2025 Quarter Final Fixtures

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst7 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

AFCON 2025, Victor Osimhen, Amad Diallo

Victor Osimhen Drama, Incredible Amad Diallo & More: 5 Memorable AFCON 2025 Day 16 Moments

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst7 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, AFCON 2025

REVEALED: Why Victor Osimhen Threatened to Quit Nigeria Despite Confirming AFCON 2025 Quater Final Slot

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst6 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

AFCON 2025, AFCON, Super Eagles, Pharaohs

Nigeria’s Attacking Masterclass and Resilient Egypt: 5 Memorable Moments From AFCON 2025 Day 15

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst6 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

Jason Wilcox, Manchester United

Jason Wilcox’s Man United Role Under Scrutiny as INEOS ‘In Favor’ of Appointing New Director Following Amorim Sack

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst6 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

AFCON 2025 Ruben Amorim Manchester United

7 Mistakes that Got Ruben Amorim Sacked by Man United

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst5 Jan 2026 · 4 min read

AFCON 2025, Brahim Diaz

Brahim Díaz Shines for Morocco, South Africa’s Late Push Fails – 5 Key AFCON 2025 Day 14 Moments

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst5 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

AFCON 2025, Mali, Senegal

AFCON 2025 Day 13: PSG Wonderkid Makes History as 10-Man Mali Shock Tunisia

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst4 Jan 2026 · 2 min read

AFCON 2025

Zidane, Mbappe Attend Games, Tanzania’s Historic Achievement & More: 5 Unforgettable AFCON 2025 Group Stage Moments

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst3 Jan 2026 · 4 min read

Aubameyang Ageing Like Fine Wine, Zidane Makes History & More: 5 Records Broken at the Ongoing AFCON 2025 in Morocco

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst1 Jan 2026 · 3 min read

South Africa Survive Late Zimbabwe Scare & Beautiful El Kaabi Bicycle Kick: 4 Memorable Day 8 Moments at AFCON 2025

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst30 Dec 2025 · 3 min read

Officiating Drama, Fortunate Cameroon & Fantastic Amad Diallo: 5 Memorable Moments From AFCON 2025 Day 7

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst29 Dec 2025 · 4 min read

Nigeria Survive Tunisia Scare & Botswana Sent Packing: 4 Memorable Moments From Day 6 of AFCON 2025

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst28 Dec 2025 · 3 min read

Mo Salah, AFCON 2025

VAR Controversy Overshadows South Africa-Egypt Clash & Has Mo Salah Rediscovered His Form? Memorable Moments From AFCON 2025 Day 5

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst27 Dec 2025 · 4 min read

DR Congo, AFCON 2025, Manchester United, West Ham United

Aaron Wan-Bissaka: From Idolising Samuel Eto’o to Targeting AFCON 2025 With DR Congo

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst27 Dec 2025 · 2 min read

Ousmane Dembele. Achraf Hakimi, Kylian Mbappe, PSG, AFCON 2025

Kylian Mbappé Attends AFCON 2025 in Morocco to Support Achraf Hakimi at Morocco vs Mali

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst26 Dec 2025 · 4 min read

Georgi Minoungou: From Near Blindness in 2023 to Burkina Faso’s AFCON 2025 Hero

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst26 Dec 2025 · 2 min read

Riyad Mahrez, AFCON 2025

Riyad Mahrez Makes History, Amad Diallo Rescues Ivory Coast and More: Five Memorable Moments of AFCON Day 4

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst25 Dec 2025 · 3 min read

Cameroon Nationa Football Team, AFCON 2025, Gabon, Indomitable Lions

AFCON 2025: Karl Eyong on target as Cameroon grind out 1-0 victory against Gabon

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst24 Dec 2025 · 2 min read

AFCON, AFCON 2025, Senegal, Nicolas Jackson, Super Eagles

Tanzania Nearly Shock Super Eagles, Vintage Senegal & Dominant Tunisia: 5 Talking Points From AFCON 2025 Day 3

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst24 Dec 2025 · 4 min read

AFCON 2025, Uganda Cranes, Tunisia

Two goals by Elias Achouri helped Tunisia end their 12-year wait for victory at Afcon with a commanding Group C win over Uganda

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst23 Dec 2025 · 2 min read

Mo Salah, Omar Marmoush, AFCON 2025

Salah, Marmoush Magic,Daka Rescues Zambia & Ruthless Bafana: 3 Moments of AFCON 2025 Day 2

By Mark KinyanjuiTactical analyst23 Dec 2025 · 3 min read