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Tag: Besiktas

Life outside the 'Big Five' - the race for title glory

Life outside the ‘Big Five’ – the race for title glory

July 3, 2020 by Jonathan O'Shea

Jonathan O’Shea takes us around Europe for updates on the state of play in some of the continents biggest leagues.zx

Below expectations - three struggling sides across Europe

Below expectations – three struggling sides across Europe

October 5, 2019 by George Cannon

George Cannon discusses three teams from top European Leagues who have gotten off to poor starts this season.

Journey to the centre of the UEFA Europa League - Matchday Two

Journey to the centre of the UEFA Europa League – Matchday Two

October 3, 2019 by Jonathan O'Shea

Jonathan O’Shea previews the upcoming action in Matchday Two’s round of UEFA Europa League fixtures.

The power shift in Turkish football

The power shift in Turkish football

December 20, 2018 by Andrew Delaney

Andrew Delaney takes us to Turkey where the traditional powerhouses are being given a run for their money in the title race.

Russian football's European performances suggest a new commitment to fitness foundations

Russian football’s European performances suggest a new commitment to fitness foundations

October 27, 2015 by Alan Moore

After years of neglect, European performances suggest that Russian football is finally committed to fitness, writes Alan Moore.

Why Slaven Bilić will fail to succeed at West Ham

Why Slaven Bilić will fail to succeed at West Ham

August 13, 2015 by Thomas Wyer

An explanation of why Slaven Bilić is unable to succeed at West Ham, based on his past record coupled with the unreasonable standards expected of him.

Turkey has stalled - but there's a potential heavyweight on the edge of Europe

Turkey has stalled – but there’s a potential heavyweight on the edge of Europe

August 10, 2015 by Thomas Wyer

Thomas Wyer looks at the state of play in Turkey and explains some of the challenges that must be overcome for clubs to thrive.

West Ham-mered, buyer beware!

West Ham-mered, buyer beware!

June 11, 2015 by Alan Moore

Alan Moore puts some perspective on West Ham United’s decision to appoint Slaven Bilic as their new manager.

Champions League play-offs: five things we learned from the first legs

Champions League play-offs: five things we learned from the first legs

August 22, 2014 by Matt Gault

Matt Gault picks out some of the talking points from the first legs of the Champions League play-offs.

Arsenal will face tough test in Turkey against Bilic's Besiktas

Arsenal will face tough test in Turkey against Bilic’s Besiktas

August 10, 2014 by Matt Gault

Matt Gault discusses the draw for the Champions League qualifiers which has pitted Arsenal against Besiktas.

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