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Football, lies, damned lies and statistics
With scientific advancements in football analysis, Aidan Boland looks at what role statistics truly play in understanding the action on and off the pitch
Tag: Football
AFC Asian Cup 2019 – Will the debut nations cause an upset?
Oliver McManus guides us through the debut nations at the 17th edition of the AFC Asian Cup – all you need to know to impress your friends at the next pub quiz.
Globalisation and the changing face of football fandom
Takudzwa Chikonzo believes that as football continues to scale the global landscape through its increasing accessibility, the definition of what it means to be a true football supporter has changed.
Podcast: Liam Miller sell-out, Premier League injections and where have all the Irish gone?
There’s Premier League chat, social media faux pas and Irish football doom and gloom.
Is the future of football coverage online? An interview with Football Daily’s Zac Djellab
With numerous YouTube channels drawing in views in the millions, does football coverage’s future lay online? George Hartley chats to Football Daily’s Zac Djellab.
Are expectations too high for football’s youngsters?
Jonathan Roberts believes that comparisons between young emerging football players and stars of the past is creating unnecessary pressure and expectations.
Are Napoli potential underdogs for the Serie A title?
Napoli have been one of Italy’s most entertaining sides in recent seasons but can they now take the next step and claim a Serie A title?
Defying the odds – Celebrating Europe’s underdogs
Often derided as qualification whipping-boys, the minnows of Europe offer much more than just an easy three points, writes Dan Davis.
Bridging the gap – UEFA president suggests salary caps for Europe’s biggest clubs
As the wages of Europe’s top footballers continue to increase, Dan Davis looks into the UEFA president’s arguments for a salary cap.
Feyenoord’s Eredivisie victory rounds off an exciting season in Dutch football
After Feyenoord’s long-awaited Eredivisie triumph, Jon Massingham looks back on an exciting season in Dutch football.