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FC Porto, The Big Five and the death of European club competition
Richard Pike takes a look at Europe’s premier club competitions and the increasing domination of clubs from ‘The Big Five’
Category: Analysis
Manchester United and the underappreciated Fellaini role
As Manchester United struggle to keep chase with the leaders in the Premier League, Aidan Boland defends one of the club’s much maligned figures.
Richarlison – Everton’s kite flyer
This summer, Everton splashed out close to £50 million for young Brazilian forward Richarlison and they may now have a real gem on their hands.
The financial cracks in the foundations of German football
Aidan Boland discusses the challenges facing Germany’s top teams as they struggle to compete financially with Europe’s elite.
Make, break or Burnley? A Premier League table preview
A Premier League preview looking at how the season will play out – the race for silverware, the battle for survival, and the teams desperate to be more like Burnley.
Odsonne Edouard must be Celtic’s key talisman this season
It will be crucial for Brendan Rodgers to find a go-to goalscorer at Celtic Park, as Rangers will look to make a big title charge this upcoming season, writes Cameron O’Mara.
Arrogance at the heart of Germany’s World Cup failure
As Germany return home early from the World Cup, Rob Jones examines the arrogance at the heart of the reigning champion’s failure.
Sampaoli saga highlights contrasting approaches to international management
Ahead of today’s World Cup last 16 clash with France, Gian Chansrichawla looks at how Argentina’s Jorge Sampaoli matches up to his opposite number.
Evaluating foreign player restrictions in Asian football
Gian Chansrichawla looks at the consequences of foreign player restrictions on Asian football leagues.
In defence of Video Assisted Refereeing
Much maligned as another step on the ‘ruining’ of football, Gian Chansrichawla believes that football fans should embrace Video Assisted Refereeing.