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Beyond preseason, Andreas Pereira must stay true to his talents
With fleeting glimpses of his talent in pre-season, Andreas Pereira must push on stay true to his talents, writes Stefan Reyners.
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Title cry too soon for Manchester United
Manchester United still need to address some fundamental issues if they are to challenge for the Premier League title next season, writes Oli Baise.
Far from sole sentimentality: The return of Joe Cole
Ciaran Kelly casts an eye over Joe Cole’s move back to Upton Park.
If ‘Arry met the FAI: A look at life after Trap
Ciaran Kelly ponders what comes next for the Republic of Ireland when Giovanni Trapattoni’s tenure comes to an end.
Doing the dirty work: The holding midfielder
Daniel Rhodes takes an in depth look at what has become one of the most important roles in the modern game.
Giovanni Trapattoni: Dissecting the achievements of the ‘lucky’ manager
In another fantastically researched and put together article, Ciaran Kelly looks at the career of Ireland boss Giovanni Trapattoni.
45 Years of Hurt: What does England’s future hold?
Ciaran Kelly breaks down the England national side and looks ahead to what could be a bright future for ‘them across the water’.
2011-2020: The Republic of Ireland’s defining decade
Ciaran Kelly takes an in depth look at an important decade ahead for Irish international football.
Carlos Tévez’s Itchy Feet: Déjà Vu For El Apache?
Ciaran Kelly looks at the Carlos Tevez fiasco and reminds us that we’ve been here before…more than once.
2011/2012: Arsène Wenger’s Defining Season
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.