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Author: John McMahon

Sportswriter and self-proclaimed football boot aficionado. John McMahon hails from Co. Laois and covers domestic and European football.
Has xG gone too far? Why over-analysis has drowned out the detail

Has xG gone too far? Why over-analysis has drowned out the detail

January 11, 2022 by John McMahon

John McMahon discusses the obsession with statistics that has become more prevalent when discussing football in recent years.

How should we judge the Irish women’s team?

How should we judge the Irish women’s team?

October 26, 2021 by John McMahon

John McMahon discussions the Irish women’s team and why recent publicity could create a newfound expectation.

The curious case of Aaron Connolly - why this season is make or break for the Galwayman.

The curious case of Aaron Connolly – why this season is make or break for the Galwayman.

September 2, 2021 by John McMahon

John McMahon believes this season is a big one for Aaron Connolly as he looks to build on the early promise shown for club and country.

Sergio Ramos - a man seeking revenge

Sergio Ramos – a man seeking revenge

August 2, 2021 by John McMahon

Why the Real Madrid legend may be Paris Saint-Germain’s most important signing yet and what will drive him on to achieve his fifth Champions League title.

The fate of the Ajax trio and the legacy of Tulip Mania

The fate of the Ajax trio and the legacy of Tulip Mania

June 12, 2021 by John McMahon

Why the breakout stars of Ajax’s 2018 Champions League run need a coming of age performance this summer.

Jack Grealish and the struggle of the English maestro

Jack Grealish and the struggle of the English maestro

May 25, 2021 by John McMahon

Despite so much competition for a starting berth in England’s attack, Gareth Southgate would be foolish to overlook the attacking talents of Jack Grealish, writes John McMahon.

Hollywood Jose and the cult of the Special One

Hollywood Jose and the cult of the Special One

April 19, 2021 by John McMahon

How hubris and nostalgia ruined the world’s most famous football manager.

With Vera Pauw, Ireland's women's team have legitimate World Cup ambitions

With Vera Pauw, Ireland’s women’s team have legitimate World Cup ambitions

April 14, 2021 by John McMahon

With two impressive performances under their belts, the Ireland Women’s football team can be confident of World Cup qualification, writes John McMahon.

Controversy, consistency and cult status - how Karim Benzema has lasted as Real Madrid striker for 12 years

Controversy, consistency and cult status – how Karim Benzema has lasted as Real Madrid striker for 12 years

April 8, 2021 by John McMahon

And why the four-time Champions League winner may have one last dance with Los Blancos.

Why Gavin Bazunu needs to stay in goals if Stephen Kenny is to succeed as Ireland manager

Why Gavin Bazunu needs to stay in goals if Stephen Kenny is to succeed as Ireland manager

March 31, 2021 by John McMahon

John McMahon writes about how the Man City prospect will become the future foundation of the Irish National Team.

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