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Tag: Chris Smalling

Journey to the centre of the Europa League - Back on the road

Journey to the centre of the Europa League – Back on the road

June 24, 2020 by Jonathan O'Shea

With the details of the re-start now agreed, Jonathan O’Shea discusses the 2019/2020 UEFA Europa League in a Covid-19 World

Manchester United's defensive trio - an assessment

Manchester United’s defensive trio – an assessment

February 13, 2015 by Oli Baise

Oli Baise provides an assessment of Manchester United defenders Jonny Evans, Chris Smalling and Phil Jones.

How big a loss is Nemanja Vidić?

How big a loss is Nemanja Vidić?

February 9, 2014 by Jake Hinton

Jake Hinton on the news that Manchester United are set to lose one of their defensive stalwarts.

(S)lumbering giants

(S)lumbering giants

February 3, 2014 by Pavan Mano

Pavan Mano muses about Manchester United and its players quality in the aftermath of the Stoke defeat.

One final shot at redemption for Terry

One final shot at redemption for Terry

May 2, 2013 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly discusses John Terry as the former England skipper looks to prolong his international career.

Daniel Sturridge: Chelsea’s Future Number Nine

Daniel Sturridge: Chelsea’s Future Number Nine

December 19, 2011 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly takes a look at Chelsea young gun Daniel Sturridge whose progress could be crucial to the Enlish national team.

45 Years of Hurt: What does England's future hold?

45 Years of Hurt: What does England’s future hold?

September 7, 2011 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly breaks down the England national side and looks ahead to what could be a bright future for ‘them across the water’.

2011/2012: Arsène Wenger’s Defining Season

2011/2012: Arsène Wenger’s Defining Season

June 15, 2011 by Ciaran Kelly

After another trophyless season at the Emirates, this summer and the 2011/12 campaign will define Arsene Wenger’s tenure at the club writes Ciaran Kelly.

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