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From optimism to obscurity – what went wrong at Malaga?
With apparent unlimited wealth and ambition to match, Malaga looked on track to challenge the La Liga status quo, Jordan James takes a look at what went wrong in Andalusia.
Tag: La Liga
1997–2000: Louis van Gaal and the ‘Dutchification’ of Barcelona
Daniel Law takes an in depth look at Spanish giants Barcelona and how their style of play evolved by following the successful Dutch model.
La Liga preview – Barca and Madrid set to battle for title
John Dillon looks ahead to the restart of La Liga with plenty to play for at the top and bottom of the table.
Predictions for the 2020/21 football season
With uncertainty around the conclusion of the current football season, it gives time to look ahead at what may come next.
Can resurgent Real Madrid end Barçelona’s era of La Liga dominance?
Mark Sochon looks ahead to next week’s blockbuster clash between Real Madrid and Barcelona, a game with plenty on the line.
The curious case of Gareth Bale – From Welsh icon to Madrid liability
From being the world’s costliest player in 2013 to being a liability for Real Madrid, Aniket Kar takes a look at the winger’s journey from Cardiff all the way to Madrid.
Only European glory for Barcelona will be enough to silence Valverde’s critics
With the La Liga title wrapped up, Paul Little discusses the importance of the upcoming Champions League semi-final for Barcelona manager Ernesto Valverde.
Why don’t Spanish fans travel?
Zach Rees looks at Spanish football culture and puts forward some of the reasons behind the lack of away fans at La Liga games.
Major restoration needed at the Bernabeu for Real Madrid
With the chance of silverware resting again on the Champions League, Paul Little predicts major restoration needed at the Bernabeu for Real Madrid.
Three reasons why Spurs should push for an Eriksen swap deal for Coutinho
Could a summer swap involving Tottenham Hotspur’s Christian Eriksen and Philippe Coutinho of Barcelona be a great deal for all parties?