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Journey to the Centre of the Europa League - The Final

Journey to the Centre of the Europa League – The Final

August 21, 2020 by Jonathan O'Shea

Jonathan O’Shea previews an intriguing UEFA Europa League Final between Sevilla and Inter Milan in Cologne.

Pep's Barcelona vs Sacchi's Milan - Clash of the titans

Pep’s Barcelona vs Sacchi’s Milan – Clash of the titans

April 9, 2012 by Fergie's Hairdryer

A fantastic in depth look at arguably Europe’s two best sides over the past 20 years.

Brian Clough and Peter Taylor: The Unlikely Duo

Brian Clough and Peter Taylor: The Unlikely Duo

February 7, 2012 by Ciaran Kelly

This week, Ciaran Kelly writes about Brian Clough and Peter Taylor.

Top 50 Players in the World 2011: #1 Lionel Messi

Top 50 Players in the World 2011: #1 Lionel Messi

January 27, 2012 by Ciaran Kelly

The Top 50 is complete. Here is the best player of 2011, according to you. There was only going to be on winner. Introducing Lionel Messi.

Maldini and Milan: The Perfect Partnership

Maldini and Milan: The Perfect Partnership

January 16, 2012 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly hails Italian and AC Milan legend Paolo Maldini.

Ancelotti’s arrival at PSG: A clear statement of intent

Ancelotti’s arrival at PSG: A clear statement of intent

January 10, 2012 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly shares his thoughts on the decision by Paris St Germain to install Carlo Ancelotti as their new boss.

Giovanni Trapattoni: Dissecting the achievements of the ‘lucky' manager

Giovanni Trapattoni: Dissecting the achievements of the ‘lucky’ manager

November 22, 2011 by Ciaran Kelly

In another fantastically researched and put together article, Ciaran Kelly looks at the career of Ireland boss Giovanni Trapattoni.

Sven-Göran Eriksson's Career: The Fortunate Rise and the Inevitable Fall

Sven-Göran Eriksson’s Career: The Fortunate Rise and the Inevitable Fall

November 1, 2011 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly looks at the weird and wonderful career of former Lazio and England boss Sven-Göran Eriksson.

Gianfranco Zola – Chelsea’s Greatest Player of All-Time

Gianfranco Zola – Chelsea’s Greatest Player of All-Time

July 5, 2011 by Ciaran Kelly

Gianfranco Zola turns 45 today and Ciaran Kelly pays tribute to the Chelsea legend.

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